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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1945
Page
9
A lengthy notice lists parcels on Madison Avenue and adjacent streets facing tax sale, detailing vacant lots, street names, and lot numbers. Names include James A Madden as Treasurer with multiple property listings in New Forspice area and surrounding avenues, noting vacancies and assessed values.
Henry Al Jameson describes London’s encounter with the V-2 rocket threat, detailing civilian fear, destruction, and the eerie quiet of a city under attack. He recalls rockets hitting Chiswick and south of London, killing three and injuring nineteen, with homes levelled and fear permeating daily life.
UNRRA plans to repatriate Yugoslav and Greek refugees from the Middle East. By June 3, 1800, more than 32,000 Greeks and Yugoslavs are set for return to their homelands. Camps near Suez housed families including Dusko Curcina and Zora Butten, who aided a children’s ballet and theater groups awaiting transfer to Split.
The piece argues President Truman seeks unity and cross party appeal while Republicans consider shifting views on foreign and domestic policy. It notes Democratic wounds from class conflict and hints at potential gains for Truman from GOP voters. The report also discusses wartime rockets’ casualties and London bombing aftermath with dramatic details.
Garden guidance praises petunias marigolds and zinnias as annuals that bloom all summer. It outlines varieties like Showstorm Blue Beauty Flaming Violet and Setting Sun for petunias, and recommends Marigold types Guinea Gold Yellow Supremes. stresses sun and air for best zinnias and notes mildew risk. It also mentions dahlias lipuis carnations and other hardy ornamentals for enduring color.
Army private 6GI at Camp Hood’s Infantry Replacement Training Center says he deserves to be addressed “Sir.” His name is Sir Francis Drake, a former farmer and railroad worker who wonders if he was named after the famous Englishman. He notes the name sounds right.
Contest open to residents of Troy Cohoes Waterford Green Island and Waterford. Gardens must be at least 500 square feet with 25 by 20 dimensions or equivalent. Community gardens must be marked for identification by judges. Prizes include War Bonds and stamps worth 330 dollars in face value.
British diplomats bungled the postwar approach after Yalta by delay and note writing. With Roosevelt gone, tensions with Russia risk worsening. The writer urges adopting Dwight Morrow’s personal diplomacy used with Mexico to rebuild relations and avert danger.
Eagle Mills and Lansingsburg social notices report Karen Lee Dixon visiting grandparents Al and Joan Dixon. 4H group Crossstitch Cookies meets after school at Helen Heller’s home. Eagles meet at Mrs Donald Waterfield’s to finish costumes for the Knickerbocker rally Saturday. Additional notes mention Bryant College students Mildred Guthbradt and Beth Methot visiting relatives in New Bedford and Providence. Navy Reserve man Milton Nelson, Sea man Willisey, and other weekend guests.
A fearless pup on the Boston and Maine tracks between Wilmington and Woburn caused a 16 minute delay. Engineer J H Chase spotted the dog and slowed to a crawl as the animal remained in front of the train until Woburn station. Two girls lured the pup away, but the dog stayed inches ahead, delaying the 12 stop run.
Laura Adams of Averill Park visits Miss Dorothy Fieger Jr and Mrs Roy M Hulett’s family in Albany. Fort Sil furlough for Private Hulett. Choir rehearsal at Methodist Church 7 30 pm tomorrow. Senior Youth Fellowship meets at 9 pm on topic Personality led by Mrs Roswell Lee. Eagles and Cross Stitch Cookies attend annual H Really program at Knickerbocker Junior High Lansingburg starting Saturday at 10 15 pm with entertainment until 30 pm. Two 4 H groups attend Steaway Community Hall auction, Shirley Files leads 303 guests in singing. 4 H leaders and husbands attend readers conference at new H campsite near The Women’s Society of Christian Service racomage sale Friday and Saturday in Congress Street store Troy. Contributions should be left at Mrs Stella Bolson’s home before Thursday afternoon. Mrs Henry Fitting hosted surprise birthday party for husband with pink and white cake. Guests include John Fitting Smyder2 Corners, Mrs Warton Gesvasky Trop, Chris Fitting and Joseph Wm Dunjean Sr and family.
Cities across the United States adopt new revenue sources beyond property taxes to fund wartime and municipal needs. Eighty-six cities reported increased total collected revenue from sources such as sales taxes, utility charges, refuse collection fees, amusement taxes, and licensing. Columbus adds a 5 percent utility tax on gas electric telephone and water bills and garbage fees raising substantial funds. Detroit raises revenue via expanded license fees. San Bernardino adopts a 1 percent sales tax. Columbus also collects from non municipal rents and parking licenses. Several cities implement refuse fees. others gain from parking lot incomes and water meter services.
Fort Lewis West. Gaile Bishop, Army basketball standout stationed there, is listed as wanted by Mingo Junction police who plan to display a large photograph in their sports gallery in the city. The letter notes Bishop once scored 62 points in a single game and broke basketball records.
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