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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1950
Page
3
A fragmented 1940s era roadside safety piece advocates using humor to promote safe driving and responsible vehicle care. It warns against overcautious driving, discusses avoidable causes like improper engine tuning, and emphasizes practical checks such as ignition, cooling, and exhaust components to prevent breakdowns and accidents.
Hoosick Falls records show a baptism at the local church today and a report on the University of Pennsylvania dental school student Chapman’s return. A Kiwanis luncheon program features Donald Beaman discussing Student Government, with a regular meeting planned for Sept. 20 at 8 pm.
Otto J. Swensenn longtime officer of the Ven ANSO Chit was elected a director of the New York Slats Automobile Asno Walon at the Albany convention. Swensson attended with J. Leslie Snyder and Willard F. Simmons, Troy Auto Club leaders, to discuss highway issues including Thruway backing and wartime highway needs. Swensson has served as local club secretary for 25 years and is president of Troy File Works.
A plan to form a league with seven or more groups is discussed at a call meeting. Hoosick Falls Aerie sponsors a charity dance on Oct. 14 to benefit Damen Runyan cancer fund with vaudeville, dancing, costumes, decorations and a program. Charles Wilkins is general chairman and James M. Frahan is honorary chairman. Also, the Women’s Republican Club of Hoosick holds its first meeting of the season at Boom, with a guest speaker expected.
A local obituary notes the death of Elizabeth Powere and Mildred Leonard of Hoolek Malla. Both were longtime teachers and residents, with services at St Marys Cemetery and Center Street funeral arrangements set for nine in the morning. The notice mentions relatives including nieces and a nephew and references prior teaching service years ago.
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