Baby boom in city hospital records recount
In a historic record from the city hospital, births are tallied monthly. The archive notes a rising trend in communal life with a focus on the famed Crop Hospital and its role in public health milestones.
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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1946
Page
8
In a historic record from the city hospital, births are tallied monthly. The archive notes a rising trend in communal life with a focus on the famed Crop Hospital and its role in public health milestones.
A crippled boy with severe physical limits astonishes doctors and officials with remarkable piano talent. He reads music and repeats by ear after hearing only a few notes, stunning family, teachers, and specialists from Johns Hopkins Hospital. His parents, Wilhelm and Helen Hermann, nurture his gift as he performs at the Harry Moore School for Crippled Children auditorium and other venues.
Advertisement notes Dr Edwardo Olive and Dr Al Edwards for bile flow and digestion aid. Claims Olive Tablets are 100 percent vegetable and help digestion and bile secretion with daily use following label directions as a remedy for gall bladder discomfort and sluggish digestion.
A school nurse found Billy Hofmann playing piano at home and recognized his talent. He can identify how many notes a chord contains and what the notes are, while his older brother initially showed little interest in music. Their mother wonders what might have happened without a piano in the house as their younger brother John, age 3, has not yet shown musical inclination.
Community updates list residents receiving treatment, returning travelers from Rutland and Virginia trips, and social visits across towns. Mentions include hospital care for Arthur Coakfair, Mrs Haskins and Col Teen’s travels, church events led by Louis Kurtessis sr, and gatherings at Hampton Beach and Maine locations.
Nebraska educators explore using films in classrooms to boost interest in aviation, the United Nations, and atomic energy. The project, backed by a $19,000 grant from the Motion Picture Association of America and a $15,400 Carnegie grant, is led by the University of Nebraska with five other state teacher colleges and high schools. A master scheduling file and libraries will serve the program across the centers.
Vacationing Buskirk dix and Mrs debn Martens spend a month away. Mrs Raymond ihn returns from Mary McClelland Hospital. Phyllis Baxer admitted Monday for observation and treatment at Mary McClellan Hospital. Mr and Mrs Herbert Guile visiting Pillstown hosts. Mrs Guy Eddy visited sister Warren Burl at Greenwich. Mr and Mrs John Spink and Mrs William Spint attend Tuesday service. Francis Nogers noted among residents.
Army researchers under Col Glenn A Hoss study fabric preservation in desert and tropical conditions. Air, sun, sand, and humidity affect fabrics. protected textiles may last thousands of years in desert air. Also notes about a 24th vocal group concert and local social events.
Washington health service officials warn that tuberculosis care is inadequate with 44 388 patients awaiting beds nationwide. The report notes most TB deaths occur outside hospitals and stresses need for modern therapy and better distribution of facilities to curb spread.
Berlin reports the Allied Committee delays consideration of Russian removal of German engineers and technicians to the Soviet Union until November 4. Russia agrees to discuss once full documentary evidence, including worker contracts, is available. Social Democratic leaders in Berlin urge global support for halting deportations.
In Seattle a naval style team tested acid-fed fire fighting gear. The crew wore the new suit for the first time, reporting full effectiveness against a simulated nitric and sulfuric acid blaze. Residue clothing and devices were evaluated under operational conditions.
George MW Moore, noted for Manila Bay defense and Subic Bay actions, is named to head Army forces in the Western Pacific. He replaces Lt. Gen. Wilhelm D. Styer as deputy commander, while Gen. Christiansen steps down after criticism in Manila newspapers and the U S press. Moore’s appointment comes amid ongoing Filipino protests and calls for American forces to cooperate with local authorities.
Bids will be received at 10:30 am on Wednesday for road reconstruction between Madort and Bytonbury. The project covers 22 miles of concrete pavement with drainage facilities and bridges at Park Brooke Graves Road and the north bank of the Chazy River. Estimated project cost around 7.19 million dollars with state funds supporting 87.80 tiles of project work.
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