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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1949
Page
6
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Government tests show alcohol water injections can raise gasoline engines to approach 100 octane performance, boosting efficiency up to about 6 percent on long trips. Milner says high compression engines need higher octane fuel, but alcohol from crops could cut fuel use and cost, with farmers benefiting as demand grows for grain and residues. A Peoria project started in 1940 aims to develop practical methods, with trials from Peoria to Memphis showing fuel savings and potential pricing effects.
Noble Callahan Post American Legion outlines June election plans with nominating committees reporting slates at Thursday night meeting. Frank A. Deney and Joseph E. Abbott head regular and opposing slates. The post to elect and install leaders on dates to be set. youth representative to be announced next week. Auxiliary hosts special Sunday at 8 pm. veterans graves decoration scheduled May 28 at 1:30 pm. volunteers urged to sign up. Three new members joined. meeting adjourned in tribute to Medal of Honor recipient Col. William J. O'Brien.
The Detective Bureau investigated two burglaries in Troy overnight. Leo Guerin reported $7405 stolen from a Kennedy Guerin store at 112th Street. Joseph Christopher said his Campbell Avenue shop was hit, with $15 of candy and cigarettes stolen. Entry gained by smashing a rear window.
The Burr M. Mark housing authority faces protests as bids come in for sewer work. Officials review proposals from contractors, weighing costs and compliance before approving funding and timelines.
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