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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1950
Page
12
A dense listing of programs, weather, and news segments from a radio schedule. Names such as Seraph nn News and Edward JniLh-Nat appear among numerous time stamps, station IDs, and weather notes. The page outlines daily programming across stations with varied shows, sports, and talk formats.
Report from Westover Field describes the simple ceremony that promoted Karl J. Barrows, then a sergeant, to first lieutenant. Barrows, noted as a top serviceman, was ordered to report to his group commander and entered with the line Come In, lieutenant, marking his new rank during active duty service.
The East Side unit closes its membership drive this month led by Harvey Scott, with many members yet to sign. George Eden of 4 Brookslaw Avenue receives a Samaritan Hospital sent, and a joint Sunday worship series begins at Second Baptist Church at 7 30 pm. A spaghetti supper for Pawling Avenue Methodists at Champlet dining hall will run from 5 30 to 7 49 pm, chaired by Mrs Harvey Scott with others assisting.
Automobile dealers nationwide urge regular safety inspections to keep cars in good condition and prevent breakdowns. As drivers learn the value of preventive care, fewer road hazards and costly repairs follow. Regular checkups at dealers’ shops extend vehicle life and reduce accident risk.
Veteran singer Al Jolson died at 84 from coronary occlusion after returning from Korea where he performed for troops. He is survived by his fourth wife Erle Gabraith and will be buried at Forest Lawn Glendale after funeral services led by Rabbi Max Nugshaim. Jolson, famed for wartime performances, had just resumed public appearances weeks earlier.
In Syracuse a new electronic system warns pedestrians about jaywalking, replacing reliance on pedestrian signals. The city notes the move aims to improve crossing safety as urban traffic and street signs evolve.
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