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Newspaper

Troy Record

Location

Troy, New York, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1971

Page

18

Former RPI Professor Succumbs

Russell T. Westbrook, 73, of 161 Pinewoods Ave., a former RPI professor and area engineer, died Friday at Samaritan Hospital after a long illness. He taught WWII navigational math at RPI and designed church facilities. He is survived by his wife Grace, a son, two daughters, and seven grandchildren. Funeral at Earl Memorial Chapel Monday at 11:30 a.m.

Russell T. Westbrook Pinewoods Ave RPI Samaritan Dover N.J Hartford Electric Co James McKinney Co Albany van Rensstelaer Manor Star Woolen Mills O’ Cahoes Oneida Markets Fifty Year Club Theta Xi Rensselaer County Historical Society First United Presbyterian Church of Troy First Presbyterian Church Forme Grace Wager Jack H. Westbrook Ballton Spa Thomas B. Greenman Erie Jane Westbrook Earl Memorial Chapel Oakwood Cemetery George Borthwick First United Presbyterian Church

Bookie Lookie Mobile Library Serves Troy Youth

The Bookie Lookie is a federally funded mobile library unit shared with Albany and staffed by college students. It visits Ninth and Jacob Streets, Camp Hayes, Corliss Park, Martin Luther King Project, and Ahern Apartments, loaning books, showing films, and conducting crafts while aiming to run year round if funding is obtained.

Troy Public Library Troy Housing Authority Upper Hudson Library Federation Albany Ninth and Jacob Streets Camp Hayes Troy Corliss Park Martin Luther King Project Ahern Ninth Bookie Lookie Richard FE. Starkey Upper Hudson Federation van Rensselaer Manor

Cohoes Historical Unit Meeting At Local Bank Branch

The Cohoes Historical and Cultural Society will convene at 7 30 p m Tuesday in the Cohoes branch of Marine Midland Bank. Mrs Mary Rude bush president presiding. Reports on the arts and crafts festival and plans for fall activities to be discussed.

Cohoes

Local church schedules and service times listed

Vischer Ferry and nearby churches list Masses and weekly services. St Edward the Confessor offers mass at 8 9 30 11 and 12 15 daily with confessions Saturday 4 to 5 and 7 to p m Alplaus United Methodist Jonesville United Methodist Amity Reformed Clifton Park Center Baptist Rexford United Rexford Faith Baptist services 11 a m and 6 p m with nursery available.

St. Edward the Confessor Robert B. Scott Alplaus United Methodist Church Dilio E. Mariotti Jonesville United

Obituary notices for Osborn MacLauchlan and others

Obituaries recall George M. Osborn of 122 First St a Whittaker Paper Co veteran who died at Leonard Hospital survivors include wife Clara Wendel funeral at Bryce Funeral Home interment Oakwood Cemetery Also Major J MacLauchlan 84 ex Marshalls Sanitarium worker center Brunswick died at Leonard Hospital services Monday at Mason Funeral Home interment Elmwood Cemetery Schaghticoke Leo F Jackson of Schaghticoke died at Leonard Hospital ex Watervliet Arsenal worker survived by wife Bertha and children funeral 10:30 Monday from Toohey Funeral Home and 11 at St Augustine Church Interment St Johns Cemetery Forrest P Agan 82 Johnsonville retired NY State Highway Dept died Leonard similarly scheduled for 10:30 Tuesday at Howard B Tate and Son Funeral Home interment Millertown Cemetery Myra E Sisson 71 RN Doctor’s Hospital former White Creek resident died in Bennington Vt funeral Monday Jermaine Methodist Church White Creek interment Rosewood Cemetery Harold Weatherwax funeral held Friday West Sand Lake Bearers listed interment Elmwood Cemetery West Sand Lake

George M. Osborn First St Whittaker Paper Co New York City Leonard Hospital Mr. Osborn Troy City Scotia Lodge F&am 480Th Air Squadron U.S. Army Clara Wendel Bryce Funeral Home Pawling Ave Oakwood Cemetery J. MacLauchlan 120Th St Edwards, N.Y Alice Barger MacLauchlan MacLauchlan United Methodist Church Center Brunswick Odd Fellows Lodge Ilium N.Y Leo F. Jackson Chestnut Street Schaghticoke Watervliet Arsenal Mr. Jackson St. Joseph’s School North Troy St. Augustine’s Church St. Agustine’s Forrest P. Agan Johnsonville Tthe New York State Highway Dept Brunswick Howard B. Tate and Son Raymertown Millertown Myra E. Sisson R. N Doctor's Hospital Crescent Manor Bennington Miss Sisson White Creek Hoosick Falls High School Albany Hospital School of Nursing Columbia University Jermaine Methodist Church Harold Weatherwax West Sand Lake Albany Road DeGraaf-Bryce Warren Beaven

Zonta Club names new Saratoga VP

Ballston Spa resident Mrs Catherine Baumgartner is named to succeed Mrs Nancy L'Hommedieu as vice president of the Saratoga County Zonta Club effective Sept 1. L'Hommedieu resigns for business reasons.

Catherine Baumgartner Ballston Spa Nancy L'Hommedieu Greenfield Center Saratoga County Zonta Club L’hommedieu

Graham Clamsteam Named Lansingburgh Rotary Barbecue Chair

F Kenneth Graham of Troy named chairman of Lansingburgh Rotary Club ninth annual barbecue set for September 19 from 1 p.m. at Thonis Grove in Waterford. Proceeds go to Lansingburgh youth programs led by the Lansingburgh Boys Club. Event features games entertainment and pony rides for children. Graham has long civic involvement in Waterford and serves on Rotary Club Athletic Club board and Prospect Hill Community Association leadership.

F. Kenneth Graham Troy Barber Lansingburgh Graham Waterford Rotary Club Athletic Club Prospect Hill Community Association Waterford Citizens Party

Barr to enter Ohio Medical School for MD degree

Michael E. Barr son of Mr and Mrs Edward W Zdanczyk of 496 Baker Ave Cohoes has been accepted at the Medical College of Ohio State University and will begin studies in September to earn an M D degree He is a Keveny Memorial Academy graduate and earned a B S from the University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and is a licensed Ohio pharmacist employed at the Gray Pharmacy in Toledo

Michael E. Barr Edward W. Zdanczyk Baker Ave Cohoes Medical College of Ohio State University Keveny Memorial Academy Barr College of Pharmacy University of Toledo Ohio Gray Pharmacy Toledo

SPAC presents five Stravinsky based ballets by NYC Ballet

The Saratoga Performing Arts Center hosted the New York City Ballet performing five Stravinsky based ballets in tribute to the composer. The Cage and Firebird drew praise while Agon Monumentum Pro Gesuato Movements for Piano and Orchestra challenged the audience with atonal scores. Performers John Clifford Gelsey Kirkland Gloria Govrin Allegra Kent and Kay Mazzo showcased strong technique in multiple works before an audience near 3000.

Stravinsky Saratoga Performing Arts Center New York City Ballet Patrica McBride Firebird Gelsey Kirkland John Clifford Gelsy Kirkland Gloria Govrin Queen Princess Frank Chaman Allegra Kent Miss Kent Kay Mazzo Clifford Miss McBride

37 Killed In French Plane Crash Near Pau Airfield

An Air Force Nord 2501 transport crashed in flames near Pau Azein airfield during a jump exercise, killing 37 aboard including 30 officers four jump masters and three crew. Pau hosts a parachute training center. the aircraft can carry 42 passengers or five tons of cargo.

Pau France Air Force Basque Country Pyrenees Pau-Azein

Better Boating Wake and planing tips for small craft

A sailing and power boat advisory focuses on wake as a measure of efficiency. It explains how overloading, improper weight distribution, hull growth, and parasitic drag reduce planing. Tilt misalignment, bow or stern attitude affect wake, speed, and fuel use. Q and A discuss hull speed limits, planing sailboats, trailer issues, and remedies like wedges or trim tabs. A lure for readers includes a vinyl litterbag as a reader incentive.

California Colum

Boys Club Concludes Camp Week Highlights Awards

The Troy Boys Club Super Summer Day Camp wrapped a week of athletics group games and a Howe Caverns visit. Nick Koidnynsky and Rodney Branch won top camper awards, with multiple swimmers boxers kickballers arts and crafts and sports awards named for many participants. A two week learn to swim program starts Monday for ages 7 14 led by Judy Daus with contact for details.

Troy Boys Club Howe Caverns Nick Koidnnsky Rodney Branch John Gordon Kevin Gordon Harold Ryan Mark Boivin Martin Boivin Brian Elting Bobby Murray Botsey Branch Steve Taylor David McCoy Russell Allen Billy Herald Mark Fitch Craig Jones Bobby White Donald Haynes Duane Mills Jerry Shoemaker Joey Herald Matthew Hallet Bobby Quick Michael Poirier Willie Robins Derrick Herald Tom Herald Curtis Fladger Richard Ruhl Patrick Wilhide Ronny Brown Ricky Branch John Jones Rene Evans Carney Brown Anay Semansco III Gamesroom Jack Hogan Paul Lester Carney Browh Booker Prince Nick Kolidnnsky Richard Quick John Hogan Judy Daus

Four More Named To RPI Dean's List

RPI announced Friday that four area students have been named to the dean's list for the spring semester. The honorees are Douglass Beeson civil engineering, William Cottrell civil engineering, Fred Brazina mechanical engineering, and Kathy Gavin architecture.

RPI Douglass Beeson Breslin Ave Cohoes William Cottrell RFD Hoosick Falls Fred Brazina Bryckwyck Sunset Terrace Troy Kathy Gavin

Police Stop Cyclists Arrests After Malta Stop

Two Massachusetts residents Roxane Guilano and John J. Russell were fined a total of 75 dollars after police stopped 18 motorcyclists en route from Massachusetts to Lake George. Guilano faced a public health violation for prescription drugs and Russell criminal possession of a dangerous instrument a billy club. They appeared before Malta Town Justice Morgan Bloodgood and were released. the group included a U-haul vehicle Improperly registered and even a chicken on a leash. Officers were Troopers D H Arnold and P C Galcik of Malta Station.

Massachusetts Malta Lake George Roxane Guilano Wakefield Mass John J. Russell Medford D. H. Arnold and P. C. Galcik Malta Station

Apollo Diet Candy Bars From Moon Mission Sealed in Helmets

Knox Gelatin prepares 36 apricot bars for NASA with two bars earmarked for Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott and James Irwin during a moon walk. Bars, costing 10 dollars each, are specially designed to resist bacteria while retained in space helmets.

Johnstown Moon Knox Gelatin Co NASA David Scott James Irwin Knox

Three Injured In Route 4 12 Collision Near Stillwater

Three men were injured and treated at Leonard Hospital after a two car crash near the Halfway House on Routes 4 and 12 in Stillwater. Richard King 27 Ballston Spa Angelo Fushchino 44 Ballston Spa Henry Everts 12 Stillwater suffered facial and leg abrasions. King was driving south on Routes 4 and 32 and turned left into Fushchino’s path. Everts was a King car passenger. King received a traffic summons for an improper left turn.

Leonard Hospital Stillwater Richard King Ballston Spa Angelo Fushchino Prospect Street Henry Everts Ferry Lane Malta King Fushchino Everts B. M. Burger

Youth Fined $50 On Drug Charge

A 20 year old Castleton youth, Richard McNamara of 1889 Brookview Rd, Castleton, pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a dangerous drug, sixth degree, before Nassau Justice James Lamb. He was fined $50 after being arrested Sunday night at a Nassau swimming hole off Route 20. Justice Lamb noted it was his first offense. sentencing was postponed to Friday. Trooper William Morris of the East Greenbush substation made the arrest.

Castleton Nassau James Lamb Richard McNamara Brookview Rd

Pollution Report Summary From Rensselaer Area Readings

The Record and Rensselaer County Health Department release a daily air pollution summary for the area. The 24 hour average ending yesterday at 9 p.m. shows readings for Sulphur Dioxide Carbon Monoxide and Soiling with ratings from the local State DEC monitor.

Record Rensselaer County Health Department Rensselaer State Department of Environmental Conservation

Camp Barker Ends Two Week Session With Prizes

The Troy Boys' Club Camp Barker concluded its two week session with numerous awards. Recipients include Gary Ormsbee, Joe Esposito, John Wager, Anthony Pincher, Robert Badger, Leo White and Randy Skaarup for the Order of The Lake. Other honors went to William Luce, Jay Casey, Joe Esposito, Michael Luce and many campers across riflery, archery, arts and crafts, softball, and fishing.

Camp Barker Troy Boys’ Club Andrew Semansco Gary Ormsbee Joe Esposito John Wager Anthony Pincher Robert Badger Leo White Randy Skaarup Davey Crockett William Stata Michael Luce William Raymond Billy Harr Don Dan Crawley Randy Wesley Horan Wayne Cramer Carl Christiensen Gary Rafferty Jay Casey Ce da Ca Yo Men Ca John Gentry Larry Williams Steve Belanger Dan Don Crawley Don Gentry Ethan Evans Chris Robert Dee David Payette Matt Beauregard Darrell Dwaryn Skeeter Robert Tucker Alan Schnapp David Evans Brian Ormsbee Jerry Nelson Billy Ha Bowman Billy and Charles Harr Mike Wilhide Donnie Clickner Billy Stata Chris ‘Skaarup Paul Normand Jim Kennedy Randy Horan

Elks Plan Trip to Mets Dodgers Game at Shea Stadium

The Troy Lodge of Elks committee aims to take members to the August 29 Mets vs Dodgers game at Shea Stadium. Gerry Dolan chairs with several reservations open. calls before August 15 to book. A 9:30 a.m. bus departs from 393 Third St with return after the game. women and children invited.

Troy Lodge of Elks Gerry Dolan Shea Stadium N.Y. Mets L.A. Dodgers 3Rd St

Estate of George Albert probate citation seeks show cause

The People of New York cite Charles Albert and others to show cause why a decree should not be made admitting to probate a 1964 will for George Albert also known as George Alberts. Stanley Albert petitions from 42 River Street Chatham New York to probate a will for George Albert deceased. The Surrogate's Court of Rensselaer County in Troy is set for September 7, 1971 at 10 A.M. The notice explains the right to counsel and that failure to appear implies no objection.

New York Charles Albert Bosque Lula Rosa New Mexico Gladys M. Albert Hurlbert Street Albany Donald H. Albert Lynda Albert Paul G. Albert North Works Street San Fernando Caliornia Mark Albert Harold F. Myers Utica State Hospital Court Street Utica John Myers Sonoma Avenue Sacramento California John Doe Mary Roe George Albert George Alberts Stanley Albert River Street Chatham Rensselaer County County Court House City of Troy County of Rensselaer State of New York Pittstown Rensselaer George “Albert James M. Strang Attorn Martin, Noonon, Hislop & Troue Second Street N.Y

Foreclosure Sale Notice and Town of Schaghticoke land parcels

State Supreme Court in Rensselaer County orders sale by referee of two parcels totaling about 112 acres in Schaghticoke. Auction set August 11 1971 at 10 AM at the county courthouse. Defendants Earl and Margery Brownell named. taxes due and other prior encumbrances to be observed. Separate notices cover Maplewood School roof bids due August 9 1971 and Cahoes assessors’ roll open for inspection with hearings August 17 1971.

Sand Lake Rensselaer Luke Bresnak Nesteel James J. Richard Seoffert Board of Assessors Stillwater Saratoga State OF New York Supreme Court County OF Renssel I Union National Bank ROY Earl Brownell Margery H. Brownell Rensselaer County Congress Second Street Schaghticoke County of Rensselaer Jand New York David Ackartt Peter Y. van Antwerp Hiram Byron Byron John Ackert Enoch F_ Vandenburgh Town of A. F. King A. F. King, 3Rd. C.E Lic Stephen R. Coffey Smith, Pattison Sampson & Jones Cahoes City Hall Cohoes James V. Kellog Thomas Lajeunesse Joan B. Young

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Major J. MacLauchlan Mr. Barr Ohio Medical School SPAC Bill Rice Stan Davies Apollo Fishing Awards Mark ‘Halse Charles Christiensen Brian Luce James Showen Donald Church Gary Duquette Geronimo Cabin William and Charles Horr Richard Christopher Skaarup Edward Kyea Valley Falls Anthony Sala Mary Sala Hill St Elks Shea Matthew M. Dunne TATA Plaintiff Office Post First Street Troy, New York Maplewood Watervliet Board of Trustees E.D.S.T Maplewood School Maplewood District No. 22 Board of Trustees of State of New Michael Spirk Board of Maplewood District No Watervliet, N.Y Troy Savings Bank Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Washington, D.C Whitehall Co-operative Savings and Loan Association Whitehall Federal Deposit Insurance Act State and Second Streets Ihitehall Co-operative Leen Aseneans Main Whitehall York Grafton Lakes State Park P.O Grafton Friedrich C. Hangst Cran. i Asbs A Miles Jody
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