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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1946
Page
2
National commander Paul H. Geifrich of the American Legion condemned a proposal to open immigration by suggesting displaced persons be admitted to compete with homeless and jobless veterans for housing and employment. He spoke Thursday in New York.
Jimes G. McDonald leads an Anglo American inquiry on immigration, calling for a ban on influx until employment is secured. He argues foreigners must assimilate and not threaten American life and security, opposing overs overseas aid while noting 100,000 unhoused Americans. He cites a government estimate that each industrial worker adds 5,000 to wealth and places total damages of pollution at 400 million annually.
A compact score sheet invites readers to predict winners in the great American game. Mark names of Democratic candidates you think will win, then check your predictions. The page notes that names appear after each section header and urges careful listing.
Pasquale Mattello of the city, surety for James Ferrara, is relieved of that responsibility by County Judge Herbert D. Hamm after a court motion. Ferrara, now in Kings County custody on a separate felony charge, and John Sorrento were indicted for posing as law officers and taking money. Both pleaded guilty and were admitted to bail pending the county court term. Ferrara later encountered trouble in Brooklyn and was arrested there.
Round Lake Twenty five attended the sovia at the Womton's Roun Lake Improvement Soriety in Library Hall. The program and refreshments were under the auspices of the literary and entertainment committees. A Halloween party awarded prizes for best costume. Judges were Mrs Edgar F. Collins Miss Lida Lavers and Mrs Willant H. Tuck. The monthly meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary at All Saints Episcopal Church was held at the president's home, Mrs Lawrence F. McKoun. The president made the splitting appointments for work at the full sale in the Library Hall Wednesday Nov 15 2 30 pm Children toys Me Harry Pastor ante Mrs Harold H Gorbin mystery packages Mrs James Te Stevens and Mrs Isaac Baker white elephant Mrs Gatlor Mrs Elmer Clifton Miss Grace Van Deusen miscellaneous Miss Esther Chive Mrs Louis Hayne Mrs John G Heegenan Miss MiLOVE McKean tea table Mrs Ralph O'Brien Mrs Harry O'Brien Miss Betty Corbin food Mrs Lawrence P McKenn Mrs Edward De Garmo Mr Edwin He Van Deusen Mrs Ray Parker Mrs Harold Mosier
Mrs Foster Champoux and Mrs Harry Perking attended the Washington County 4 H Recognition banquet at Argyle Grange Hall. Dr William Montpemnry of Glens Falls Presbyterian Church spoke. Rottskil Grange members may exchange canned goods for tulip bulbs. bring items to Grange Hall next Tuesday between 1 and 4 pm for pickup.
The Greenwich Central School senior class will present Jumping Jewels a mystery comedy with a prologue and net on Nov 15 in the school auditorium under Miss Eileen M Moody. Cast includes Jean Connery Maryand Haas Marilyn Lewis Peggy Dwyer Barbara 3h Mary Paul Lucey trnctr Powell Ralph Trift Harry Paving Chris Feenan Bob Berlin.
Grafton Clarence Jones is ill. Harold Webb and Mire have moved to Wynantskill. Mrs Karl Wagar returned from Samaritan Hospital. Mrs Orvil Schermerhorn was taken to Leonard Hospital for an operation. Mrs Joseph Mahoney and daughter Mary Low visited Mr and Mrs Ebner Jacobs. Mrs Loren Stevens is able to be out after a sprained ankle. The Bushwackers 4-H Club will meet upstairs over the library. Pvt John O’Neil, stationed at Aberdeen Md, visited his parents Mr and Mrs John O’Neil. Mrs William VanAikin returned to her home at Boylet Gor ners after spending the week with Mr and Mrs Anstey Klaus. Mr and Mrs Joseph Wagar entertained her parents. Mr and Mrs Clifford Agan celebrated Mrs Agan’s fifth birthday. Milton Laker and Jessie Ditham of Troyan and Mrs Lonzo Loker of Michigan recently visited Mrs Don DeSibia and Mrs Agnes Moore.
Tatham Ray and B H Burnham will conduct services at Pitts Hose House at 8:49 am tomorrow. The Chichs will host guests of the 150 Club at Newtonville tomorrow at 8 pm. Masses at St Am brose's Church at 7 89 10 and u! m. Calvary Methodist Church W S C 3 business meeting at 2:30 pm after chowder dinner. Mirrams Roberts flew to Atlanta to meet mother Mrs Herbert Roberts and grandmother Mrs James Periam. Church School at Calvary Methodist Church at 9:90 pm tomorrow led by Supt William R Williams. Rev Herbert Roberts speaks at morning worship on Divine Credit. The-led look to the Lord for Light. Junior Fellowship instillation and graduation service tomorrow at 7 pm. Mayes shown on Wheel of Aeros? Youth Fellowship will not meet but attend the service.
The Troy Chapter of the Alumni Association will hold its November meeting at the Troy Club. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by a business session at 8 p.m. Guest speaker Howell A. Jones, treasurer of RPT, discusses the housing situation. Ralph Winslow, head of the Architectural Department, will speak on Tray Housing.
Halfmoon Me and Mrs Charles Clury returned from Schoharie. C F Haley Chemical Co holds meeting Monday at 8 30 p m. The Ladies Guild of the Baptist Church plans a spoil at the home of Mr and Mrs Elia Pauli ner Friday evening Nov 8. The Ladies Auxiliary of Haley Chemical Co will tent Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs Paul Nadewu. Margaret Edwards has gone to Florida for the winter.
A Pravda communtator accused both the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States of using Palestine policy to influence the 1948 elections. It claimed Dewey pushed to limit Jewish immigration to 100,000 while Truman favored higher numbers, framing the issue as a broader strategy to shape Middle East influence and independence for Arabian states.
Legal notice announces preliminary budget for the town for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 148, to be filed with the town clerk and open for inspection. A public hearing before the town board on proposed budget and salaries is scheduled at 8 o clock on November 7, 148, with opportunities to speak for or against any item. Also notes liquor license actions and a retail sale permit under the Alcoholic Beverage Control law with details of license GR-1TH at 72 Fourth Ave, Try, Rensselaar County, New York.
Police investigate a Halloween riot described as a nightmare of hoodlum activity. Reports include gunfire into home windows, vehicles ignited by gasoline, flying objects, and widespread property damage. Victims in Portland Oregon and Los Angeles report vandalism, torn trolley wires, broken windows, and paint splatter amid clashes tied to rival forces.
Neighbors describe decay spreading through properties as shortages threaten windows and siding. Local officials promise action but residents urge rapid repairs to prevent further damage.
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