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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1943
Page
3
Channing R. Mann, Troy public schools director of physical education, notes from a high school questionnaire that most boys choose unsafe swim spots, lack qualified lifeguards, and dive headfirst on first swims. The survey highlights the need to teach breathing, strokes, and safety practices, including wearing visible white on swimsuits for visibility in water.
Agnes McGrath, 2, of 739 Burden Avenue, remains confined to bed after dog bite injuries and will receive further treatment by Dr. John O. Sibbald. All dogs involved were seized by the Humane Society and will be held at Menands Kennels for seven days observation. Nearby victims Lorraine Evans, 10, of 540 Congress Street and Mrs. Joseph Whitman, 2334 Seventeenth Street, were also reported bitten.
Frank P. Mentessi of River Street pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated at arraignment before Judge James F. Byron in Troy Police Court. An adjournment of one week was granted. Mentessi was arrested Sunday night by Patrolmen Clarence Lenmen and Frank Masselli in Second Avenue near 221st Street.
A large Waterford congregation attended Children's Day at First Presbyterian Church with a program of songs and recitations by Church School departments. Rev. Herbert C Willenberg spoke on Building the Church, featuring a model structure and furniture meanings. Various church events and notices follow, including observances at Waterford Methodist and Catholic Daughters of America activities, parish announcements, and local servicemen’s updates from Saratoga County.
Several area men will attend the 24th International Cost Conference of the National Association of Cost Accountants in Boston June 21, 22 and 23. Attendees include L. Paul DeLong of Behr-Manning Corp president of the Albany Chapter. George Getty of EZ Mills Bennington VI. Ben Whitbeck of Mica Insulator Co. Schenectady. and Ronald Olmstead of Rensselaer Valve Co Cohoes, director of employment for the Albany chapter.
The St Lawrence's School closing exercises were held in the school auditorium with Ruth M Hendy delivering the salutatorian address and Joseph A Yurack delivering the valedictory. The program included class histories prophesies music and recitations by grades and the student body. A Children Day rehearsal and a church service picnic are noted along with a pigeon with bands found in a yard.
Sunday events at Pawling Avenue Methodist Church for Children's Day included an organ prelude, opening remarks by Rev. Arthur H. Landmesser, and cradle roll baptisms for Nancy Christiansen Paul Fitchener and Timothy Henry. Recitations and solos followed by groups led by Robert Whitman Judith Pfeiffer William Miller Paul Mahon jan Arlene Nash Williaca Bergenzer Arthur Boyayan and David Beales. Miss Gaul Bonesteel served as flower girl, delivering flowers to each cradle roll member. Benediction preceded a second program featuring Beginners and Primary Departments.
The open season on black bass starts tomorrow in New York with legal fishing through November in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. Elsewhere it runs July 2 to November 30, with exceptions for Chautauqua County July 1 to October 15 and Lake George August 1 to October 31. Daily limit six bass, minimum length ten inches. Frogs open tomorrow through September. Hunting license required if using a gun or long bow. With a fishing license, frogs may be taken by spearing, club, hook, or hands. Hours tomorrow noon to 3 pm, then 7 am to 5 pm.
A large crowd gathered as Sycanor’s Honor Roll honoring 200 fighting men was unveiled by Mrs. George E. Davis widow of a World War II casualty. Dr. Arvie Eldred urged home-front diligence as Daniel Ee introduced Mayor Frank J Hogan and War Council head. A U S band played, flags were raised, and local clergy led prayers and benediction.
Commissioner Samuel R Cooper’s office was decorated with a forty-plant bouquet of giant peonies supplied by Howard Hare, a Hyland Avenue resident and friend. Mary Fitzgibbons arranged the colorful display on Cooper’s desk, drawing admiration from visitors all day.
Lansingburg will host a covered dish supper at 6 30 p m at Memorial Baptist Church followed by a business meeting at 7 30 p m to elect officers. Also noted Mrs Louise Hansen of 537 Eighth Avenue is recovering at Leonard Hospital after surgery. Miss Jean Lindsay of Wilson College Chambersburg Pa named to first honors dean's list for second semester. daughter of Mr and Mrs John Lindsay of 445 Fifth Avenue.
Air raid wardens of Zone 1 including districts south of Canal Avenue will meet in St. Josephs Hall at 7 pm today. Charles La Halle, zone captain, urged all wardens to attend for explanations of air raid signals and demonstrations of new fire extinguishers being distributed.
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