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Newspaper

Troy Record

Location

Troy, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1944

Page

16

Voting Machines To Be Installed By Election Day

Seventy six voting machines moved from storage to distribute among fifty district polling places in Troy for election day readiness. Thirty four machines placed for demonstration during registration days start Friday, then secured for official use on Election Day. Machine custodians David S. Larry and Jacob W. Caplan coordinate with Public Works staff on transfer.

Troy Department of Public Works David S. Larry Jacob W.caplan Bupervia Ing

Multiple Obituaries in Cohoes and Nearby Communities

Obituary notices list deaths and funeral details for Rexdon family members, Dewar, Fueller, Gifford, Gottschalk, Luce, Maleary, Meerty, Vandernoef and others. Items include residence addresses, dates, and funeral arrangements at local churches and cemeteries in Cohoes Waterford and Waterford Rural areas.

Rexdon Bih Sorth Halen Eo Sandon Michael Coyne Margaret Mary Thomas Eugene Johm Richard Bendon Thomas H. Bendon Augustine's “Church Augustine's “Church Where 2 Row High Mas Will Be Celebrated. Friends Ree Davitek Aisertient St John's Get IHS M. Gonstar William J. Connor Monica G. Barton Seventh Avenue St Pat- Tic Saurch Oelock & Trquiem St Joseph’s Cemetery Greenwich Dewar Charles Dewar Christina Pondilo William Dewar U. S John Dewar Cohoes Harvey White Mechanicville Edward White Ontario St St John's Episcopal Church Waterford Mildred Stewart Raymond Fuller Joseph H. Petera Russell Z. Stewart Joseph RB Peters Newport Gifford Cohoes ‘Hospital Clara Mar- Shall Morris Gifford Hudgon St Albert Beasttte Northside Elias M. Clo Susan Lovell Josephine Jr Roivin's Chatham Congress George F. SteEivetn First Baptist Church of Gottschalk Bik Ave Emile Berman A. Gottschalk Leo A Fred W. Gottschalk Ind Elmraod Hill Layog Nawinatille Niskayuna Dorothy Frances Sahasten Norman Jean A. Lute 10Th Avenue Watervliet Maleary Liltan J. Bonny Harold T. Ballary Souther Mire Eaward Lafayette A. Donald Menz A. Donald Menz of ‘Troyer of 2 | Betth B.aghley Iown Clark and Blake River Street Gai K Relent Oakweed Seymour Sandford Vanderhof Towers Fentral Bone Friends Wort

Trojan Blood Drive Reaches Tenth Donation Milestone

Albert J. Riker gave his tenth pint at the Troy Mobile Blood Bank event held yesterday at First Baptist Church. The drive saw 272 examined with 38 rejected, aided by groups from Behs Mooring and various Troy firms. Red Cross plans another blood bank in Troy next Monday with appointments via Proctor Building HQ or phone Troy 4730.

Albert J. Riker Tweary-fourte “Street Troy Mobile Blood Bank Riker Edward W. Riker ESN Lenea Etacomed Washington Gertrude Moore Igcal Blood Bank Holland Mr. Riker Frederick O. Cheney Third Avenue Robert Reynolds Christie Street Helen Madill Hoosick Falls Behs-Mooring Corp Watarviel Arsenal Cluett, Peabody & Co Hughes-Autograf Co. Inc Hudson Valley Fuel Corp Albany Corrigated Container Co Proctor Building Troy

Grafton Church School Marks Centenary Observance

The Grafton Methodist Church observed the centennial of its Sunday school with a program led by Mrs. Charles Stamona and Rev. Howard Hiltz. The event recalled the school’s origin in Hemlocks Church with Rev. Peter Stover as first pastor and noted its move to current premises built about seventy years ago. The program featured old and modern Sunday School acts, recitations, century-old costumes, and certificates of merit awarded by Mrs. Simmons.

Grafton Charles Stamona Howard Hiltz Hemlocks Church Peter Stover John Charles Wesler Paul Maitland Grafton Baptist Church Methodist Church James Murphy Simmons Mar Yis Sweet Richard Ellen Ronald Lamphier Rita Sweet Jean Snyder Larry Lemphier Marion Wazar Elsie Wager Aa Modern Connie Eliott Gloria Ven- Deusen Louise Murphy Catherine Snyder

YMCA Shifts Gym Equipment Layout at Troy YMCA

The Troys YMCA reorganizes its physical education facilities under director FH Hodgkins. The first floor exercise room will be eliminated and equipment moved to the lower gym to centralize running track general sum apparatus basketball practice courts and other sports areas. Showers and the swimming pool will be near the new arranged equipment to improve access for all activities.

Troys C. A FH. G. Hodgkins

Man Hurt In Fall At Broadway And Union Street

Bert Ashdown, 88, of 5825 Seventh Avenue, received a laceration over the left eye in a fall at Broadway and Union Street yesterday afternoon. He refused medical attention, according to a Central Police Station report by Patrolman Edward Howard.

Man Hury IV Bert Ashdown Seventh Avenue Broadway Union Street Central Police Edward Howard

Stockholders Vote on Rail Merger and Bonds

Stockholders of the Rensselaer and Saratoga Railroad meet at Waterford town hall to vote on merging with the Delaware and Hudson system. They will also approve a mortgage bond issue valued at 3 pot as part of the merger plan. The railroad, chartered in 1832 and began operations in 1835, runs from Troy northward to Mechanicville and Ballston Spa with tracks owned by the Delaware and Hudson.

Rensselaer. and Saratogs Railroad Tother Stewars and Hudson Railroad Consiter Delaware and Hedren System Waterford Town Flas Rensselaer and Saratoga Wey Railrore Troy Whitehall Rutland Eagle Bridge Sa Iscorporstors Terminala Mechanicville Bailston Spa

Saratoga Cuts $45,000 from County Budget

The Saratoga County board of supervisors heard a draft budget totaling 74,558.79, a reduction of 45,000 from last year’s 3760,911.00. The savings come from Welfare Department cuts, abolishing the War Council, and lower election expenses. a veteran bureau center was urged by Assemblyman Sherman, with a committee to pursue the plan by January 1.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Welfare Department Saratoga County War Council Law and Finance Committee Edgar L. King Northumberland Richard J. Sherman Saratoga Springs American Legion Saratoga Springs Americas Legion Sherman Legion Jeausry

Milkweed Pod Pickers Still Need Bags

War effort program in Rensselaer County calls for more onion bags to store milkweed pods. Lemuel B. Defrance notes 3,996 bags issued. schools and families urged to return unused bags and help with a potential 4,000 bag shortfall. Local schools and individuals named. bag collection and storage details outlined.

Rensselaer County Lemuel B. Defrance Schooigood Mr. Dorrance Donald Hood Schooack Landing Hoosick Fells Sarah MacEchron Hoosick Falls Zisie Hirth North Hoosick School Elizabeth Powers Columbia High School East Indies

Woman Hurt In Hit and Run On Troy Schenectady Road

Mrs. Gwendolyn Lanéry, 36, of Stop 38 Troy Schenectady Road, remained in fair condition at Troy Hospital after a hit and run early Sunday. Police conducted an extensive search for the vehicle and driver involved, with injuries to her head, face and back noted.

Gwendolyn Lanéry Troy-Schenec_tady Troy Schenectady Latham Troy Hospital Suite

Quota Set for Women’s War Chest Drive in Troy Division

A $21 500 quota was announced for the Allied Communities War Chest campaign's women’s division at a division rally in Troy. The drive aims for 72 per seat of the campaign’s goal, with start dates after tomorrow’s joint noon session.

Division of Communities War Chest Allied Communities War Chest Campaign Organization

Garageman Refunds $25 Overcharge

A Troy garage proprietor admitted to the OPA price panel that he overcharged a customer and quickly refunded $25 before the panel. The case arose after the customer submitted the bill noting repairs and ceiling-price excess. The panel accepted restitution and a hearing followed. The OPA survey of eateries began to check posted ceiling prices at grills and restaurants.

Troy OPA

Supreme Court upholds Niskayuna man suit over denied theater seat

Robert W. Christie of Niskayuna sues 46th Street Theater New York City after being refused admission to Paname Hattie on May 27 1984 The Supreme Court in Washington sustains the verdict awarding 554 damages Christie challenged a New York tax and equal protection claim The theater had offered a refund of the ticket price

Robert W. Christie Niskeyuna 46Th Street New York City Supreme Court Washington Christie New York Dhesier Company Theater Scherectady County Christi

War Prisoners Aid receives Trojan support this year

War Prisoners Aid, a Trojans member agency of the National War Fund allied communities war chest, seeks local support as 55 prisoners in German camps and other Allied wards rely on parcels gifts and programs including seeds music and libraries. The fund drives morale and links families to loved ones behind barbed wire, with Axis cooperation noted as possible.

War and Navy Departments Ares Reid Wither Gertian Jan Lee Vie Globe Saliona Ihar Asl Owith Agons Siso Far East War Prisoners Ait Na- Siotal War Fund Allied Communities War Chest

Prices on Fresh Fish Rise Under OPA Ceiling Rules

The OPA allows higher prices for fresh fish with most items up except certain summer level retainers. Increases range from 1.7 cents to 7 cents per pound with filets bearing the largest jumps. Dressed hake and codfish fillets rise by 7 and 5 cents per pound respectively, effective immediately and posted in stores. Temple Shrine to Meet in Albany with Priestess Minnie A. Cornel and Watchman William Smath presiding. social hour to follow.

OPA Yellowtail Temple Shrine Temple Shrine Order of the White Shrine of Jeru Salem O. E Chapt Netiae Albany Minnie A. Cornel Agap William Smath Shepherds

Fall Thunderstorm Sweeps Over City With Lightning and Rain

A October thunderstorm moved across the city bringing brief heavy rain and lightning. No fire was reported after a ceiling fixture sparked. residents Mary McBride and Leonard McNamara escaped unharmed as officials responded. Temperatures cooled, with a forecast of continued cloudiness and near forty degrees later.

Troy Manter Pumper 301 Second Street Mary McBride Leonard McNamara Weather Bureau Ieeters Laat Beshen

State Reports 229,752 War Ballots Cast

The State War Ballot Commission reports 229752 ballots cast to date and 149 war death honor cards from Rensselaer County volunteers. Ballots are being delivered to local offices and forwarded to service members worldwide. Applications total 9593 with October 34 deadline. transmission to county boards continues. Rensselaer, Albany, Columbia counties show specific counts.

Rensselaer County al Baty Commission Albany Corsty Zfc Thiat

Curran To Speak at Rensselaer County Campaign Rally

Secret ary of State Thomas Curran the Republican candidate for U S Senate from New York state will deliver a major speech in Rensselaer County. The event is set for Wednesday Oct 13 at 2 pm in Rebekah Hall, Rensselaer, as part of the party’s formal campaign launch with other Republican candidates to speak. Democratic candidates plan rallies in nearby towns Poestenkill Petersburg Nassau and Stephentown. Republican workers in Troy will discuss registrations tonight in Hendrick Hudson and again tomorrow with ward representatives.

Thomas J. Curran U.S. Sendiar New York State Rensselaer County Rebekah Hall Cie Rensselaer Thomas H. Brown Oity Curran Hendrick ‘Hudson Brown

Mountain View Fire Co Adopts By-Laws

Mountain View Volunteer Fire Company approves a set of by-laws at a meeting in the Mountain View Clubhouse. The committee includes Chief Willard Simpson Clifford Cooper and Hugh Jacques. Several new members are admitted and the membership canvass progresses. The next meeting is scheduled for November 12.

Mountain View Fire Co Mountain View Willard Simpson Cliford Cooper Hugh Jacques Jozeph Szabier Joseph Heiko Maplewood Henorarmy Simpson Iiceom Mounttain- Vie Company Troy Fire Department

Enona Willard Trustees Meet at Emma Willard Board

The regular full board meeting of the Enona Willard Trustees was held yesterday at Ket tua Hell. Attendees included Dr George Van Santford headmaster of Hotchkiss School and Mrs David G. Dutton trustee of Pough Kezogie along with Dr Wilbur K Jordan president of Radcliffe College Cambridge. The Fucu Cand administrative staff were to join the board for the session.

Justees Emma Willard Schouwan Kettua Hell George van Santford Hotchkiss School Lakevile Conn David G. Dutton Slamnae Pough_ Kezogie Wilbur K. Jordan Presi Radcife College Cambridge Alter Ine Messing

Teamsters to Discuss Strike in Albany Local Meeting

Albany Local 234 of the Brotherhood of Teamsters plans a special meeting at the Albany Labor Temple Thursday night to vote on a strike after a seven cent wage increase appeal failure. Workers have been without a new contract since 18 months past contract expiry.

Albany Brotherhood of Teamsters, Chauffeurs

Metropolitan Opera Opens Chromatics Season With Stars

Metropolitan Opera opens its forty eighth season at Music Hall with stars Milanov, Baum, and Kay Steests joining soprano ensembles. The program features pieces from Bellini to Puccini, including Andre Chenier, with Trev and pianist Richard Wotens providing strong support throughout the concert.

Baler Ira Pueich Baum Carelleria Fu

Albany County Seeks Forfeit Of Bail Bond

Albany County moves to forfeit a $25 000 bail bond tied to David Rosenberg 44 once of Albany now missing as trial proceeds for abduction. A bench warrant will be issued and Rosenberg will be returned to Albany to face the charge alongside co defendant Joseph Lavin former Albany newsroom proprietor who was freed on the same bail. Names listed on the bail bond include Byron Fazier Emanuel Wenger Esther Shret William and Mortis D. Mrers of Albany.

Albany County David Rosenberg Albany Gi Hberty Sidney Gordon Ewe Rosenberg Joseph Lavin Albany Newsroom Eiganor Clayton Jackie Gordon Glenmont Levin

Investigation Grand Jury Set to Meet Today in Albany

Special Prosecutor George Monaghan announced the Albany County grand jury resumes today after a prior recess to Oct 19. The panel is expected to handle records from witnesses whose names and details were approved last night. A temporary interim grand jury may be called. Supreme Court Swift is connected and expected to be in Albany tomorrow. Prosecutions are led by C. Todd.

Albany Conny George Monaghan Cy Swift Ara C. Todd

Mrs Messick Installed as La Petite Chapeau Leader

Mrs Messick was installed as La Petite Chapeau at a Rensselaer County event by Asia pee chapeas of the Eight and Four Society. The ceremony at The Hendrick Hudson honored by the American Legion dining group. Mrs Nina Wyman was succeeded, with inductees including Mrs Cath erine Podje and Mrs Frederica Haley.

Dora Measink Asia Concierre Carolyn Marshall Surintendante Evhat Murphy Chapeau Momale Agnes Smell Chapaau Departmentale Pases

Former Troy Conference Pastor Dies

Rev. Time SBy Meek, longtime Troy Conference pastor, died today at age 86 after a career serving HosEsville Dorloo and Fore Johnson churches. He retired in 1983 and is survived by former Emma Taylor and Mrs. Hannan Douglas.

Troy Coties Poanseiie HosEsville Dorloo Fore Johnson Hiyane Fords Coblesail Emma Taylor

Workers Awarded Compensation for Arm and finger Injuries

A series of workers compensation awards were announced for on the job injuries. John A. Musninz of Ford Motor Co. received 390 dollars for partial loss of use of the left arm. Ralph J. Di Angelo of Whitecomb Manufacturing Co. got 300 dollars for partial loss of use of the right little finger and middle finger. George Maxfield of General Electric received 396.55 dollars. Leon X. Gross of GE was paid 200 dollars for facial disfigurement. Earl Cratsbee of John F. Hopkins Co. received 223.70 dollars. Frederick HL Duffs, Railway Express Agency, earned 230 dollars for right index finger loss. Edward Walsh of Albany Packing Co. was awarded 384.80 dollars with three months continued compensation.

John A. Musninz Ford Matar Ca Iyman A Kilberr Ralph J. di Angelo Whitecomb Manufacturing Co Wiih General Electric Ca George Maxfield Leon X. Gross Geneeral Electric Earl Oratsbee John F. Hopkins Coel Co. I Frederick HL Duffs Dager Railway Express Agency Edward Walsh Albany Packing Co

Justice Ryan Opens Term At Ballston

Andrew W. Hran of Platsberg opened his first term of Supreme Court for Saratoga County yesterday at Ballston. Richard De Haxsiur of Moreau named foreman of the grand jury with Rev EL Craisby of Greenfield as vice foreman. John Davie of Mechanicville district attorney announced the grand jury would sit about ten days. The court calendar lists 262 cases with 37 settled yesterday. The test case is Margaret Fesia of Mechanicville vs James Forinoe. Fesia sues for injuries from a collision with a car driven by AL J. Seeley Jr. of Round Lake last winter seeking 35,000.

Andrew W. Hran Platsberg Supreme Court Saratoga County Ballston Sna Richard de Haxsiur Moreau EL Craisby Greenfield Johs Davie Mechanicville Margaret Fesia Mechaniclle James Forine Forinoe AL J. Seeley, Jr Round Lake

DeMolay Chapter Elects Officers in Troy

Troy Chapter of DeMolay elected Eugene L. Recers as master councilor to replace Edward Xander at a meeting last night in the Mason Temple. Officers named include Bush J. Brown senior councilor and Robert C. junior councilor with a full slate listed. installation is set for Oct. 23 at the Mason Temple.

Troy Order of DeMolay Eugene L. Recers Edward Xander Troy Masesiec Bush J. Brown Robert c Ugh Es Deaton John D. Mershall Richard Leschapigin Mis Ner Bachieler Lee Dennis Earl Forman Wiliam Lay Liam Cores Warren Daveson Robert Ader Robert Osborne William Secotes Gus Kiedurn Scribe William Cramer Mason Temple

Younger Girls Join Y W C A Group in Troy

The Youngers Girls Department of the Troy Y W C A held its first meeting led by Mrs Andrew Conrad, with Miss Charlotte Coles and Miss Margaret Kenny among those listed. A joint committee of adults and youths was planned, along with Monday night dances and a reception for senior and high school group advisors in the near future.

EWO Troy FX W.C. A Last Wight Charlotte Coles Margaret Kenny Mra Andrew Conradt

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