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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1976
Page
3
The Hoosick Falls Central School Teachers Association votes to approve a tentative contract for the 1976 77 school year. Details will be released after ratification by the board of education at a special meeting Tuesday night.
Bennington College opened its fall term with 196 new students including 39 transfers. Acting president Dr. Robert Woodworth praised the arts integrated curriculum and student-led learning as he urged self responsibility and campus governance. Admissions director Aldrich noted a slightly smaller entering class but an overflow overall. Enrollment and registration details set the plan for classes starting early next week.
New York State farmers increased cash receipts for 1975 to 1.55 billion dollars, a 3 percent rise from 1974, but rising production expenses limited gains and net income fell 1 percent to 243.5 million. Costs for fertilizer and lime surged 21 percent with higher mortgage interest and taxes contributing to the burden.
Residents argue over failed lawn products as the top soil seller refuses refunds despite grass thriving only in shaded areas. They remain divided, awaiting a change in attitude and forgiveness while two readers seek Massachusetts lottery results from 1976 despite legal barriers.
A 22 year old Whitehall man Mark Grady was killed in an early morning accident in the Delaware and Hudson Railroad freight yard. He was found jammed between two freight cars after failing to throw a switch in the yard.
Seventeen contestants advance to semifinals by correctly identifying five keywords to win a 225 dollar Jackpot. A winner will be announced Saturday. List includes Marion Brehm Troy John Jr Mom Brothers Watervliet John P Carp Mechanicville Joe Carroll Troy Cournoyer Watervliet Rev J Dillon Troy Mrs F E Doyle Watervliet L Ford Troy Stan Grygatis Troy Jane Holdridge Troy Mrs E F Hood Cohoes Don Nash Watervliet Valerie Patrick Clifton Park Ken Rathbun Stillwater Virginia Riel Watervliet Mrs Merrill B Rowe Troy Stanley Troy.
Mechanicville welcomes fourth grade teacher John Sullivan, a hometown graduate and former standout athlete. He is praised for being the sole hire from 100 applicants this year and anticipates bringing fresh ideas to an up to date elementary program. Sullivan notes teaching here feels like a real beginning after substitute work and junior coaching.
The Cavendish town manager said Alexander Vinogradov bought 50 acres and started renovations at a residence linked to exiled writer Alexander Solzhenitsyn. Officials note visa records list Cavendish as a destination, and Solzhenitsyn previously visited Vermont for a seminar.
Western New York OTB officials push to offer pro football wagers via an apparent loophole in lottery and parimutuel laws. Albany and New York City OTBs seek approval from the Racing and Wagering Board and Gov. Carey, arguing the change could come quickly with a brief system setup. Critics say current law offers no loophole and doubt any bets could be legalized without legislation.
A Roswell Park study for NIOSH links long tenure in leather work to higher cancer rates, notably bladder cancer at 13 times clerical workers. Endicott Johnson employees appear prominently among bladder cancer cases, with other occupations also showing elevated risks. The three year, 35 000 record review notes both male and female workers at increased risk across several cancer types.
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