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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1950
Page
5
Lt. Joseph E. Hicks of Cobden Illinois endured 69 days behind enemy lines in Korea with no food for days. He survived with rice and water while under threat of patrols and harsh winter mountains. He learned patience and the value of companionship, noting miracles can happen after his return to the army and comrades.
Dewey rejects returning to national politics. He says he is definitively not running for President, plans to remain Governor if reelected, and cites health, wartime duties, and national administration concerns as reasons for his change of mind. He notes GOP gains could help party nominees and stresses a strong Republican stance on foreign affairs.
Frederick Myers of 383 Four Street died yesterday at St Marys Hospital after a long illness. Born in Troy he attended St Josephs School and Lasalle Institute. Surviving: mother Mary Bolin Myers, three brothers and three sisters. Funeral Wednesday with a requiem high mass at St Josephs Church and burial in St Josephs Cemetery.
The article notes President Truman pressuring for details from General MacArthur on Korea withdrawal and its impact on Europe. It highlights U S pledges to defend Europe, finance and equip forces, and ties Pacific policy to United Nations backing, with Formosa and China tensions shaping strategic aims.
State Police reported Norman E. Carey 32 of Cohoes uninjured as his car skidded into a parked truck on Northside grass, while Canadian groom James Schiad 32 of York Ontario was involved in a four car crash two miles west of Routes 9 and 20 in Schodack. Mrs Dorothy Schillaci and Mrs Pearl Fletcher were hospitalized, with a two year old passenger treated on scene. Schillaci faced reckless driving charges after arraignment. In Watervliet, three residents were slightly hurt when two cars collided at 29rd Street and Seventh Avenue. one car tipped, another struck a house.
Joseph T. Mullin to be seated as president of the Emerald Club succeeding Frank J. Weaver. Officers elected Oct. 3 include Joseph A. Walkinshaw as vice president Lea C. Sullin as treasurer Joseph Sullivan as secretary John J. Cahill as financial secretary and Hart BR Yagle as trustee for three years. John Buckley to officiate at the installation tomorrow night at 8:30 in club rooms Congress and Fifteenth Streets.
Troy police report ongoing incidents of wild rifle fire in the city. At 6 p.m. Saturday Mrs. Katie Casonesteel of 11 Mountainview Avenue said a bullet pierced a rear window of her home. Police Chief Frank J. Kendall warned that strong measures will be taken against those responsible.
Raymond Curtis fifteen of Hillside School was taken to St. Mary's Hospital by police Saturday evening for treatment after a cut on his right arm in a fall on Washington Street.
Death notices from Stephentown to Troy detail the passing of George Pohlmann 66 born in Germany, with funeral arrangements at Hall Higgins and St Joseph's Church. Additional obituaries include Mrs. Stephen Walsh in Saratoga Springs, Mrs. Mary Slattery in Springs, Mrs. Catherine Susto at St Anthony's, Mrs. Helen Chamberland in Cohoes, Mrs. Thompson, Peter Fitzsimon, Mrs. Mahoney, Mrs. McCune and Angelo Tannone among others, with services at local churches and burial in nearby cemeteries.
South Korean forces push toward Pyongyang as bridges are ruined and North Korean counteractions intensify. US and UN troops concentrate toward the Red capital, with Allied powers extending potential support. Victories include the Eighth and Third South Korean Divisions advancing while American planes strike rail links and supply lines. Local obituaries for Mrs. Elizabeth Bayne and James Behan accompany the dispatches.
The monthly child health clinic will be held from 1 to 3 p m Wednesday at the Willard Bruen Hore Co Clinton Heights. Dr Joseph Belser health officer will examine children from one month to six years with nurses assisting. Whooping cough serum diphtheria toxoid and smallpox vaccine will be given on request and a defect report sent to the family physician.
Round Lake Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Rowland S. Conklin of Jonesville. Interment followed at Dunning Street Rural Cemetery.
Mrs Josephine L Byrne wife of Rep William T Byrne of Loudonville died two years ago A Catholic Poetry Society of America selection brings her poem Address Un known into a five year poetry anthology A granite memorial sits in her Florida Town of New York home garden inscribed with the final verse Now I Shall Wait
Russell Sage College hosted a tea at Van Der Heyden House on campus Thursday afternoon for friends of the Classes of 1949 and 1950. Miss Suzanne Foley served as chairman and refreshments were prepared under Miss Kathryn Johnson.
National Business Women's Week observed in Troy with a 6:30 p.m. dinner at The Hendrick Hudson. Rep. William Byrne of Loudonville will speak on This Is Our Community. Leona Waite is general chair and toastmaster. Mrs. Cora Van Bergen welcomes guests. Elizabeth Maurinus leads music and Lucretia Cross directs group singing. Theme: Measure Up to Full Partnership.
Troy detectives investigated a weekend burglary at Federal Street grill Betty's Tavern where a vending machine was smashed and about ten dollars taken. William McGonigle of 564 Federal Street reported the break in through a side window. Separately, Marty Valenti of 123 Ferry Street reported a late Saturday theft from her home of a handbag and wallet containing a bank book and driver's license.
The Eastern Zone dental hygiene teachers of the State Teachers Association will hold their semi annual conference with physical education health recreation and nurse teachers Friday at the Aurania Club in Albany. Miss Dorothy Bayus state president will present suggestions for dental health day programs. Minnie Barbute of Albany will preside.
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