Green Island Historical Files
1. American Legion – Legnard Curtain Post 927
A. American Legion Scrap Book
1. Sept. 15, 1942 – Sept. 15, 1943
2. Photo
2. Assessment Board – Empty
3. Artist – Empty (see David Lithgow and Greg Messier)
4. Bakery – Empty (see Prediger’s Bakery)
5. Banks (savings) – Empty (see Marine Midland, The Manufacturer’s National, and The
Green Island Bank)
6. Barber Shops – see Ingrato, Samuel
A. Article – “Pic Closing Up Shop”
7. Baseball Teams
A. Photos (2)
B. Program for Green Island Booster Day May 31, 1920
8. Bell (Meneely) on top of Corporation Hall
A. Photo
9. Belden, Arthur L., Insurance Broker – 49 Hudson Avenue
A. Fire Insurance for 52 James Street (3 of them)
10. Bendix Friction Materials Division
A. Photos (4)
B. Bendix Bulletin 1977
C. History of Friction Materials Division
D. Slade Sales Bulletin
E. Newspaper Article 8-18-79
F. Newspaper Article “Health Department Seeks Test of Bendix Asbestos
Emissions” Times Union February 16, 1989
G. Newspaper Article 2-1980
H. Newspaper Article The Record 10-31-91
I. Newspaper Article 2-2-80
J. Newspaper Article “Health Department Seeks Test of Bendix Asbestos Emissions”
Times Union February 16, 1989.
11. Bennett, J.H. – George Street
A. Photo
12. Best, John T. – Bleeker Street
A. Photos (3)
13. Board of Education
A. Newspaper Article 6-21-79
B. Newspaper Article 7-13-79
C. Newspaper Article 12-18-86
D. “Dear Voter” letter 6-8-78
E. Advertisement to vote for school board 1978.
F. Newspaper Article 6-16-77
G. Newspaper Article 5-18-77
H. “Dear Voter” Vote Hart
I. Newspaper Article “School Board Approves Budget” The Record Pg.8
26-88.
14. Body Shops
A. Newspaper Article 6-22-79
15. Bower, W. Association
A. Photo from Sept. 10, 1911
16. Bowling Alley
A. 3 Photos
17. BP Gas and Oil Company
A. Historian document stating BP opened December 14, 1976
18. Bridge, G.I. Background info
A. Newspaper Article
B. Historian Document – Flooding Spring of 1977
C. Letter from D.E. Hoadley of Delaware & Hudson Railway Co. to Mr. Ryan
regarding record cards for G.I. Bridge.
D. Historian Document – Blue prints & Pictures of G.I. Bridge are in the safe.
E. Rensselaer Engineer Vol. 29, Number 2.
F. History of Delaware & Hudson Co.
G. From history by R.D. Cunningham.
H. Picture.
I. Chapters 3&4 from?
J. Historian Document – Blue prints from 1984 bridge in safe.
K. Origin of Troy’s most destructive fire.
L. From a Century of Progress History of the D&H Co.
M. Newspaper picture of Bridge.
N. Newspaper Article 5-12-77.
O. Picture of 2 portrait “Lithgow”
P. History of D&H Co.
Q. Landmarks of Rensselaer County N.Y. by George Baker Anderson 1897.
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R. Historian Document – History of G.I. Bridge.
S. The Yorker – December 1978.
T. Historian Document – Draft of History of G.I. Bridge.
19. Bridges (see Hoosick Bridge, Green Island Bridge, Collar City Bridge)
A. From “Landmarks of Rensselaer County” by George Baker Anderson.
20. Bridge, Green Island Demolition
A. Newspaper Ad. “Your Own Personal Memento of G.I. Bridge.”
B. Newspaper Article “DOT Conceeds Bonus for Bridge Demolition.” 5-5-1977.
C. Newspaper Article “How to Tear Down a Bridge.”
D. Newspaper Picture.
E. Newspaper Picture.
F. Newspaper Article “Bridge Wreckage to be Cleared.”
G. Newspaper Article “Wreckage of Span to be Cleared.”
H. Newspaper Article “Bridge Projects Move Quickly.”
I. Newspaper Article “Bridge Demolition Under Way.” 4-21-1977.
J. Newspaper Article “River Closes Stalls 7 Barges.”
K. Newspaper Picture
L. Newspaper Article “Collision Damages Bridge Beam.” 4-25-1977.
M. Newspaper Picture
N. Newspaper Picture
O. Newspaper Picture
P. Newspaper Picture
Q. Newspaper Picture
R. Newspaper Picture
S. Newspaper Picture dated 9-26-1978.
21. Bridges, G.I. Reconstruction.
A. Newspaper Article. Wednesday evening, 3-16-77
B. Postcard from Joe Connors to Mark Ryan.
C. Two photos.
D. Newspaper Article 3-15-77 (Times Record)
E. Newspaper Picture 3-15-77
F. Photo of R.R. Tracks.
G. Newspaper Article 3-17-77
H. Newspaper Article 3-24-77
I. Newspaper Article “5 Honored for Bridge Heroism”
J. Newspaper Article 3-29-77
K. Newspaper Article and picture 3-26-77
L. Newspaper Article continued from pg. 1 “Bridge Action Starts.”
M. Newspaper Article 3-17-77
N. Newspaper Article Editorial 4-7-77
O. Newspaper Article “Federal Money Requested.”
P. Newspaper Article “Carey Hopes for Fast Bridge Action.”
Q. Newspaper Article 5-15-77
Newspaper Article “Bridge Contract Award.”
Newspaper Ad: Now Showing in Troy “The Bridge That Was.”
Historian Document.
Newspaper Picture. Telephone line repair.
Rensselaerville Press. Fall 1994.
Troy-G.I. Bridge Plan & Profile spans 4, 5, 6, &7.
Capital District Transportation Committee letter of requested minutes for meeting
discussing G.I. Bridge.
Y. Newspaper Article 3-16-77
Z. Newspaper Article and picture 3-17-77
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Newspaper Article “Battered Span Falls Into River.”
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Newspaper Picture 3-14-74
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Newspaper Article 3-29-77
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Newspaper Article 4-18-77
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Newspaper Article “First International Fallen Bridge Bash.”
4-19-77
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Newspaper Article “Bridge Bash Draws Crowd of Thousands.”
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Newspaper Article “The Bash is over.”
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Newspaper Article “Beauty’s No Factor in This Contest.”
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Newspaper Article “Bridge Fund Okayed.”
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Newspaper Article “G.I. Bridge Bash Lures Throngs to Troy.”
5-1-77
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Newspaper Article. Picture Page. “The Bridge Bash Was a Blast.” 5-177.
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Newspaper Article “Bridge T-Shirts are Popular.”
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Newspaper Article “Fallen Bridge Bash is Today.”
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Newspaper Article “International Fallen Bridge Bash be Falling Troy
Saturday.” 4-29-77
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Newspaper Article “Bridge Takeover Near.” 3-22-77
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Newspaper Article “Carey Signs Bridge Bill.” 4-14-77
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Newspaper Article “State Takes Over Remains of Bridge.”
4-14-77
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Newspaper Article “Bridge Bill Making Progress in Albany.”
3-23-77.
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Senate-Assembly. 2-23-77
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Newspaper Picture January 1980.
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Newspaper Article “The Bridge That Was in the River and Through the
Year.” 3-15-78.
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Newspaper Article “G.I. Links Seen and Fall.”
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Newspaper Picture 8-30-79.
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Newspaper Picture 7-6-80.
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Newspaper Picture of bridge beam.
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Newspaper Article and Picture 9-26-79.
Newspaper Article “Troy Bridge Delays Could Last for Months.”
Newspaper Article “Engineers Work to Solve G.I. Bridge Snag.”
10-11-79.
Newspaper Article “Construction Booming in G.I.” 8-18-79.
Newspaper Picture October 1979.
Newspaper Article “G.I. Bridge Will Cost 18.8 Million.” 6-2-79.
Newspaper Picture 8-28-79.
Newspaper Picture 6-12-79.
Newspaper Article “Buffalo Firm Low Bidder for G.I. Bridge Contract.”
6-1-79.
Newspaper Picture 8-25-79.
Newspaper Picture 8-16-79.
Newspaper Article and Picture 9-14-79.
Newspaper Article and Picture “Coast Guard Patrols a New Beat at New
Bridge.” 9-16-79.
Newspaper Article “Barge Sinks.” 6-11-79.
Historian Document from Mark Ryan.
Newspaper Article and Picture “Green Island Span Date Now
Thanksgiving ’80.” 1-18-78.
Newspaper Article “G.I. Bridge Project: A Status Report.” January 1978.
Newspaper Article “New G.I. Bridge Seen by 1980.” 1-18-78.
Newspaper Article “G.I. Bridge 4 ½ Years Away.” 11-22-77.
Newspaper Article “Plans for G.I. Bridge Moving Faster Than Expected.”
June 1977.
Newspaper Article “No Temporary Bridge at G.I. DOT.” 5-10-77.
Newspaper Article “Bridge Design Proposed.” 7-12-77.
Newspaper Article “Village Approves Lift Bridge Design.”
1-24-78.
Newspaper Cartoon.
Newspaper Picture: Proposed design for bridge.
Newspaper Article “Fall Start Seen on G.I. Bridge.” 1-17-78.
Newspaper Article “Green Island Bridge Pier Bids to be Opened Next
Thursday.”
22. Businesses (see Michael’s Restaurant & Catering Service. Miss Mary’s Restaurant.)
A. Newspaper Article “Builder Promotes 2 New Developments” Times Union
February 18, 1994
B. Newspaper Article “Green Island Building Roof Collapses” The Record 2-2-94.
C. Newspaper Article “Pizza Place Proposal Tossed Around and Panned By Green
Island Planning Board” The Record Pg.A7 12-21-93.
23. Cable Television (Capital Cablevision)
A. Newspaper Article “Cable Television in Sight for G.I. Residents.” 1977.
24. Capital District Tool and Die Co. Inc. Paine Street.
A. Picture.
25. CARE, Project
A. Village Newsletter October 1979
B. Newspaper Article “Drug Committee Formed.” 1979.
C. Newspaper Article “Drug Education for Youngsters.” 8-11-79.
D. Newspaper Article “Narcotics Counselors Now Project Care.” August 1979.
E. Newspaper Article “Parents Learn G.I. is no Sanctuary From Drugs.” January
1980.
F. Newspaper Article “Pupils Learn About Alcoholism.” 4-1-80.
26. Carlow’s Garage, Arch St.
A. Picture
27. Census
A. Letter
28. Census
A. Quantitative History and the Classroom: Hudson as a Test Case.
29. Centennial Park
A. Original Manuscript of inauguration speech for Centennial Park.
B. Index card dated June 28, 1976.
C. Historical Document from Mark Ryan.
D. Program. G.I. Bicentennial Community Designation Day.
E. Letter Dated July 5, 1845.
30. Church of the Good Shepard
A. Newspaper Picture 10-24-86.
B. Newspaper Article “Race Against Hunger Nets $2,850 for Area’s Impoverished.”
11-5-86.
C. Newspaper Article “Rescheduled to Help Raise Funds to Feed the Hungry.” 1014-86.
D. Newspaper Article “Pastor’s Project Brightens G.I. Church.” 11-14-76.
E. Pictures of G.I. Churches & 6 photos.
F. Newspaper Article “G.I. Church Celebrates 125th Anniversary.” 4-11-78.
G. Newspaper Pictures. 125th anniversary parade for Church. 6-6-78.
H. Newspaper Article “Church is Proud of Past.” 3-28-78.
I. Historian Loan.
J. Program. 125th anniversary 1853-1978 Church of the Good Shepard.
K. Newspaper Article “G.I. Church Renovates to Help Build Faith in the Future.” 322-80.
L. Newspaper Article “Race Set”
M. Newspaper Article “Green Island’s Race for Hunger is Saturday” 11-4-93.
31. Civil War
A. Map of the battlefields of the civil war.
B. Newspaper Article “Civil War Monument to be Restored.” Pg. 32.
5-1-85.
C. Booklet. Antietam National Cemetery.
D. READ Magazine. Civil War Centennial. A Special Issue. Vol. x-No. 11. 2-161.
E. Newspaper. Historic front pages of NY Times. The Civil War and
Reconstruction Periods. 10-18-1859.
F. Summary of the Civil War. 9-10-1983.
G. Our Nation’s Heritage the Struggle for Survival. A Collier’s Encyclopedia Social
Studies Teaching Aid.
H. The Symbol and the Sword. Washington D.C. 1860 to 1865.
I. Soldier’s Expressions. Quotations in Museum. Antietam National Battlefield.
Prepared by Pat Lammers & Betty Otto. February 1983.
J. The Dunker Church. Antietam National Battlefield.
K. Artillery at Antietam. Prepared by Pat Lammers and Dave Smith. May 1981.
L. The New York Times. 3-3-1867.
M. New York State and the Civil War. December 1962.
N. New York State and the Civil War. May 1962.
O. New York State and the Civil War. June 1962.
P. New York State and the Civil War. November 1962.
Q. New York State and the Civil War. September-October 1962.
R. New York State and the Civil War. April 1962.
S. New York State and the Civil War. March 1962.
T. Brochure. Antietam National Battlefield. Maryland National Park Service. U.S.
Department of the Interior.
32. Clancy Fire Equipment. George Street.
A. 2 Pictures
33. Clark, John T. & Sons Grocery. 41 George Street.
A. Picture
34. Cap. Dist. Coastal Zone Management Program.
A. Newspaper Article “Green Island to Host Coastal Zone Meeting.” 3-21-1977.
35. Codes, Building & Fire
A. Newspaper Article “Building Code Adopted.” 8-23-1977.
36. Codes, Fire
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37. Codes, Village
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38. Cohoes in 1976. Bicentennial Publication.
A. Cohoes in 1976. Bicentennial Publication Book.
B. Newspaper Article “Bell May Toll for the Bicentennial.” 1976.
39. Collar City Bridge
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40. Colonie Fibre Co. Inc. Arch Street.
A. Picture
41. Community Development Act of 1974.
A. Newspaper Article “G.I. Seeks Grant Approval.” 4-16-1977.
B. Newspaper Article “Housing, Water, Sewage needs Cited.” 1-11-1977.
C. Newspaper Article “G.I. Development Funds Approved.” 12-15-1976.
D. Newspaper Article “Water Facilities Site Chosen.” July 1977.
E. Newspaper Article “Good News and Bad News for G.I.” 6-3-1977.
F. Newspaper Article “Final Report Due on Water Plant.” June 1977.
G. Newspaper Article “Water Plant Plan Shown.” 10-25-1977.
H. Newspaper Article “Water Plant Design on Agenda.” December 1977.
I. Town and Village of G.I. Citizens Community Development. Advisory Board
Community Development Plan Proposal. 2-4-1977.
J. Citizens Community Development Advisory Board Proposal. 1-20-1976.
K. Newspaper Article “Bids Sought for Water Plant.” 7-28-1978.
L. Newspaper Article “Construction Booming in G.I.” 8-18-1979.
M. Newspaper Article “Development Area Map Shown.” 9-25-1979.
N. Newspaper Article “Rehabilitation to be Funded.” 2-26-1980.
O. Newspaper Picture 1-4-1980.
42. G.I. Cooperative Nursery School.
A. Picture
B. Newspaper Picture 9-13-1977.
C. Newspaper Picture 9-13-1977.
43. Copyright
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44. Corporation Hall
A. 5 Pictures
B. 2 Fire Insurance Policies
-June 1, 1937
-June 14, 1937
45. Dam, Site
A. 4 Pictures
B. Landmarks of Rensselaer County Pg. 272 Copied.
46. Davenport, Bernard – Executive Assistant
A. 1 Picture
B. Newspaper Article “Bernard W. Davenport; Served as Village Clerk – Treasurer.”
C. Newspaper Article “Davenport Fills Treasurer’s Post.” 4-21-1977.
47. Democrats G.I.
A. Newspaper Article “John McNulty to Resume Party Post in Green Island” Times
Union Pg. B1 3-2-89
B. Mass for those who serve public office and Oath of Office ceremony Program
December 29, 1988
C. Newspaper Article “Green Island, Vliet Dems Carry Night” The Record
11-393
D. Photo of Sean Ward as Town Supervisor
48. Doctors
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49. Drug Abuse
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50. Eaton & Gilbert Car Works (see Gilbert Car Works)
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51. Education, Board of
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52. Elections – 1977 Town
A. Newspaper Article “Green Island Elects Demarest Supervisor.” November 1977.
B. Newspaper Article “Aside From the Bridge, Mayor Levins Made News.” 3-161977
C. Newspaper Article “Democrats Pick Three Incumbents on Slate.”
D. “Vote Democratic Row ‘A’ Cards (4).
E. “Meet Your Candidates” Tickets – dated 1977.
F. “Dear Voter” letter announcing candidates – dated 11-2-1977.
53. Election – 1978 Village
A. “Keep Mike Mayor” cards (2).
B. “Dear Voter” letter – dated 3-7-1978.
C. Newspaper Article “James Corrigan Thinks His Town is ‘Tremendous’.” The
Riverside Sun – 3-14-1978.
D. Newspaper Article “Sheriff Heads Democrats Push.”
E. Newspaper Article “GOP Gives Registration Reminder & GOP Wouldn’t Fire
Employees.” February 1978.
F. Newspaper Article “Firemen’s Statement Makes Republicans Burn.” February
1978.
G. Newspaper Article “Callmen Endorse McNulty” March 1978.
H. Newspaper Article “GOP Issues Four Questions” February 1978.
I. Newspaper Article “Firemen Support Mayor McNulty” February 1978.
J. Newspaper Article “Aber Says McNulty’s Campaign Not Dignified” February
1978.
K. Newspaper Article “Yes, McNulty. There is a GOP” The Times Record
2-1-78.
L. Newspaper Article “GOP to Field Slate For Village” The Times Record
1-30-78.
M. Newspaper Article “Republicans Will Seek Senior Citizens Tax Cut” February
1978.
N. Newspaper Article “Power Source Campaign Issue” The Times Record
2-18-78.
O. Newspaper Article “GOP Cites Cable TV As One Campaign Issue” 3-1-78
P. Newspaper Article “Another Fire Union Backs Mayor” The Times Record 3-878.
Q. Newspaper Article “Clancy Lowers Boom On Republicans”
R. Newspaper Article “GOP Worried About Green Island Audit” 2-15-78.
S. Newspaper Article “Housing For Elderly Village Issue” The Times Record 3-278.
T. Newspaper Article “Democrat Carries GOP Challenge in Green Island”
8-3-78.
U. Newspaper Article “GOP Charge on Elderly Scored” 3-7-78
- Attached: information in relation to article.
V. Newspaper Article “Meeting Room Costs Hit By Republicans” 3-3-78.
W. Newspaper Article “Papermakers Union Endorses McNulty”.
X. Newspaper Article “Arterial Intersection G.I. Problem” The Times Record 3-1478.
Y. Newspaper Article “GOP Charges Public Misled” March 1978.
Z. Newspaper Article “Council Endorses Democratic Slate”
AA. Newspaper Article “GOP Voices Concern for Elderly” and “Republicans
Endorsed by Union Council”
BB. Newspaper Article “Democrats Still in Control” The Times Record
3-22-78
CC. Newspaper Article “Candidates Ready For Tuesday Elections” The Times
Record 3-20-78
DD. Newspaper Picture – “talking over political matters..”
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Reception Invitation for Green Island Democratic Committee – 1978
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Re-Election “Vote Row A” cards (16)
GG. “Dear Voter” letter March 14,1978
HH. “Keep Mike Mayor” Campaign Literature (2)
II.
Campaign Information – John Aber, Charles Sorenson, and Barbara
Brannigan
54. Election 1979 Town & County
A. “Dear Voter” Letter, Vote Tom Brady postcard, Re-Elect John W. Demarest card
– in envelope
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Newspaper Article “Democrats Name Candidates” 9-18-79.
“Elect Tom Brady” Campaign Literature.
“Tom Brady for County Legislature” cards ( 2)
Green Island Complete Districts 1-4 Voting Tally – dated 11-6-79
55. Election 1979 Village
A. March 6, 1979 debate between Mike McNulty and Barbara Brannigan (Pictures).
B. Newspaper Article “McNulty to Run Again, Blasts GOP Opponent”
C. Newspaper Article “Green Island Race Gets Hotter” The Times Record 2-3-79.
D. Newspaper Article “McNulty Hit For Tactics” and “Democrats Pick Slate” The
Times Record 1-31-79.
E. Re-election “Vote Row A” cards (8).
F. “Vote Republican-Independent Team” cards (4).
G. “Dear Fellow Citizens” letter from Independent and Republican Committees.
H. “Keep Mike Mayor” Campaign Literature.
I. “Dear Voter” Letter dated March 16, 1979.
J. Invitation and Ticket to Green Island Democrats Cocktail Party 1979.
K. “Dear Voter” letter dated February 15, 1979.
L. Newspaper Article “Questions for McNulty” The Times Record 3-13-79.
M. Newspaper Article “Village Campaign Hot” 3-16-79.
N. Newspaper Article “Few Sparks in McNulty-Brannigan Debate” The Times
Record 3-7-79.
O. Newspaper Article “Debate Details” 3-13-79.
P. Newspaper Article “Final Salvos Fired in Village Campaign” The Times Record
3-17-79.
Q. Newspaper Article “Debate Response” 3-17-79.
R. Newspaper Article “Police Chief Blasts GOP-Citizens” 3-17-79.
S. Newspaper Article “McGan Quitting Race”.
T. Newspaper Article “McNulty Chides GOP”.
U. Newspaper Article “Democrats Win By Landslide” The Times Record 3-21-79.
V. Newspaper Article “Villagers Go To Polls Tuesday” The Times Record 3-19-79.
W. “Keep Mike Mayor” Newspaper Advertisement and Invitation to Reception.
X. Green Island Proposition Number 1 & Candidates Tally – March 20, 1979.
56. Election 1980 Village
A. Re-elect “Vote Row A” Cards and “Dear Voter” Letter – in envelope.
B. Green Island Democratic Committee Cocktail Party Ticket
C. Newspaper Article “Four Seek Village Posts in Green Island” The Times Record
3-15-80
D. Newspaper Article “Village Trustees Elected in Menands, Green Island” 3-19-80.
E. Newspaper Article “GOP To Throw Support Behind One Hopeful”
1-31-80.
F. Newspaper Article “Democrats Fill Slate Vacancies” 2-1-80.
56. Federation of Historical Services
A. Federation of Historical Services Newsletter October 1978.
B. FHS Newsletter Spring 1979.
C. FHS Newsletter Summer 1979.
57. Feeley, John J. Police Chief
A. Retirement Testimonial Dinner Programs (2) April 7, 1978.
B. Newspaper Article “Feeley Retires as Police Chief” February 1978.
C. Newspaper Article “Ex-Chief Feeley Will be Honored” The Times Record March
3, 1978.
58. Fire Department, Gr. Is.
A. Fire Insurance Policies June 5, 1937 (2)
B. Insurance Endorsement
C. History of the Village of Green Island, New York
D. Newspaper Article “Fire Chief Proud of Renovated Firehouse” the Record
October 11, 1988.
E. Newspaper Article “Fire Department Callmen Appointed” March 1978.
F. Newspaper Article “Green Island Firefighting Comes of Age” The Times Record
October 8, 1977.
G. Newspaper Article “State Bill Would Help Firemen in Green Island Keep Their
Jobs”
H. Newspaper Article “Green Island Firemen Get Temporary Reprieve” 11-14-79.
I. Newspaper Article “Firemen Lose” 12-14-79.
J. Newspaper Article “Move Would ‘Freeze’ Firemen” October 1979
K. Newspaper Pictures. The Times Record March 2, 1978.
L. Photos (22)
M. Newspaper Article “Green Island Fire Leaves 6 Homeless” Times Union
December 10, 1993.
N. Newspaper Article “Fire Leaves Six Homeless” The Record 12-10-93.
59. Floods
A. Interview Quotes on Notecards (7)
B. Photos of Flood (10)
C. Letter from Heatly School to Town Historian regarding photos of flooding from
August 7, 1980
D. Newspaper Article “Tough Flood Law Possible” The Times Record March 27,
1979.
60. Hoosick St. Bridge
A. Photos of work on Center Island for Hoosick St. Bridge - July 1977 (11)
B. Photos of site of Hoosick St. Bridge from I787 Cloverleaf – Aug. 1977 (3)
C. Newspaper Article “Green Island Bridge Project nearly Around-The-Clock
Effort” 7-4-79
D. Newspaper Article “Homes Demolition to Start” 7-29-77
E. Newspaper Article “Hoosick St. Bridge Work Should Begin Soon” The Times
Record May 6, 1977
F. Newspaper Article “Hoosick St. Bridge Injunction is Rejected”
G. Newspaper Article “Bridge Gets Its Day In Federal Court” The Times Record 44-77
H. Newspaper Article “Furor Over Bridge Appears Over” July 1977.
I. Newspaper Article “Hoosick St. Bridge To Begin Next Week” July 1977.
J. Newspaper Article “Crane Cuts Power Lines” 7-8-77.
K. Newspaper Article “Green Island Family’s Picking Up Home, Moving” The
Times Record August 6, 1977.
L. Newspaper Article “Hoosick St. Bridge To Be Built Quickly: Carey”
7-20-77.
M. Newspaper Article “What’s In A Name? ‘Unabridged’ Fun” 4-6-79.
N. Newspaper Article “Contest Winner: The Collar City Bridge” 4-5-79.
O. Newspaper Article “Work Moving Quickly on Collar City Bridge”
7-11-79.
P. Newspaper Article “Construction Booming In Green Island” The Times Record
August 18, 1979.
Q. Newspaper Picture “Construction Work…”
R. Newspaper Picture “Barge...” “Workmen…” “Two Sides Meet…”
8-24-79.
S. Newspaper Picture “The Last Pieces…” 8-24-79.
T. Newspaper Picture “GREEN ISLAND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION…” 5-29-79.
U. Newspaper Picture “Steelwork…” The Times Record March 12, 1979.
V. Newspaper Picture “The Massive…” “The Earth Is Torn…” The Times Record
12-12-77.
W. Newspaper Picture “Water, Water Everywhere...” The Times Record
8-19-77.
X. Newspaper Picture “Proposed Plans…” The Times Record 10-14-77.
Y. Newspaper Picture “The View…” August 1977.
Z. Newspaper Picture “MOVING DAY…” The Times Record 8-16-77.
AA. Newspaper Picture “Work Progresses…” 7-11-79.
BB. Newspaper Picture “Hands Across The Water Form A Bridge” The Times
Record 1-13-78.
61. Ford Motor Company
A. Newspaper Article “Car Sale Slump Idles Workers” 4-10-80.
B. Newspaper Article “New Manager of Area Ford Plant Announced” The Times
Record 2-13-80.
C. Newspaper Article “Laid Off From Ford: Out of Work, But Not Bitter” The
Sunday Record April 13, 1980.
D. Newspaper Article “Ford Workers: Suddenly No Security”
E. Newspaper Article “Toxic Dumps Concern Residents” The Times Record June 9,
1979.
F. Newspaper Article “Oldest Union Member Recalls The Early Days of Auto
Making” The Times Record March 1,1980
G. Newspaper Article “Green Island’s Ford Plant Employment Up” February 1978.
H. Newspaper Article “170,000 Ford Workers Strike” The Times Record 9-15-76.
I. Newspaper Article “Green Island Ford To Stay Shut”
J. Newspaper Article “Ties Renewed”
K. Newspaper Article “Green Island Ford Workers Approve Pact” The Times
Record 10-17-76.
L. Newspaper Article “Green Island Faces Ford-less Future” Times Union 4-17-88.
M. Newspaper Article “Ford Adds To Expansion Program” 7-20-65.
N. Newspaper Article “Ford’s Plans Really ‘Sent’ Reporter in 1918” The Record
April 16, 1960.
O. Newspaper Article “Local Ford Plant Plans Expansion” The Times Record 720-65.
P. Newspaper Article “Will Expand Green Island Ford Plant” The Times Record 211-65.
Q. Newspaper Article “Ford Celebrates Its Anniversary” The Times Record 6-15-78.
R. Newspaper Article “Ford Expenditures Exceed $1,000,000” The Times Record 126-68.
S. Newspaper Article “Green Island Taking Hit In Rebate To Ford” The Record
October 22, 1996.
T. Newspaper Picture “The Ford Motor Co.” 5-20-77.
U. United States Federal Power Commission Order Approving Transfer of License
6-30-67.
V. Photos (11)
W. Brochure and 8 Photos (in white envelope).
X. Notes From AMERICAN HERITAGE Oct. 1959 pg. 42
Y. Letter Regarding Ford Yearbook from James Roti Roti dated 1-23-89.
Z. Ford Photo – Carving Cornerstone
AA.
“Welcome to Ford of Green Island” article
BB.
Photocopy of picture: interior of machine shop (east side)
62. Freedman and Son, Inc.
A. Letter & Photo of Freedman plant – May 17, 1976 (in envelope).
B. Newspaper Ad from Freedman Plant for Green Island Bridge Mementos
C. Newspaper Picture “The Scrap…”
63. Fund To Restore Parental Responsibility
A. “Make Congress Stop Bussing” article by Congressman Lawrence P. McDonald
B. Newspaper Article “Family Court Attacked” The Times Record 3-20-79.
C. Historian Document – quote.
64. Funeral Home
A. Photo
65. Gas Station (see Hess Service Station)
- empty
66. Genealogy
A. NYS Public Records – National Genealogical Society Quarterly June 1976
Volume 64 Number 2
*Letter Attached.
66. Grocery Store
A. Public Service Market photo.
67. Flood 1977
A. Historian Notes – FLOODING the Spring of 1977.
B. Map pointing out Flood Hazard Area.
C. Photos (21).
D. Postcard
E. Newspaper Photo “Pouring Through Green Island…” 3-14-77
F. Newspaper Article “Flood Clean-Up Begins As Rain Continues To Fall” The
Times Record 2-25-77
68. Gilbert Car Works
A. Photos (30)
B. Postcard
C. “Ride Down Memory Lane, The Story of the Branford Trolley Museum” Booklet.
D. Historian notes from The Times Record article 1977
E. Booklet/excerpt from “Profiles of the Past of Troy, NY Since 1789” by Samuel
Rezneck 1970.
F. Letters Regarding Gilbert Car Works – Between Town Historian and Museums.
G. “Water Power Played Role in Area’s Growth”
H. Letter To Town Historian From Big Hole National Battlefield researching Gilbert
Car Company.
I. Written Notes
J. Branford Trolley Museum Brochure
K. Pages from “Landmarks of Rennselaer County, NY” by George Baker Anderson
1897
69. Gun Club
A. Photos (2)
70. GOP (Grand Old Party) – empty (see Republican Party)
71. Gilbert, Uri (Gilbert Car Works)
A. Page From “Landmarks of Rennselaer County, NY” by George Baker Anderson
1897
71. GRANTS
A. Letter Regarding Grants from Congressman Ned Pattison’s office
B. Updates on Issues of Interest to Historical Organizations
C. “The Art of Grantmanship”
72. Green Island Bridge
A. Notecard – Black Bridge
73. Green Island – empty (see Town of OR Village of)
74. “Green Island: Heritage and the Bicentennial”
A. Church Pictures (Brochures)
B.
C.
D.
E.
Bicentennial Photos (6)
Corrections to Bicentennial Program
Letter to Supervisor McNulty from Bernard W. Davenport May 2, 1977.
Enveloped with church picture brochures and program corrections (16)
75. Green Island Homes, Inc. Center St.
A. Photo
B. Newspaper Article “Green Island Homes Prefab Plant Growing” July 1977.
76. Green Island Bank
A. Deposit Slips and Account Statements
B. Checks
77. Hospice
A. Newspaper Article “Green Island Power Rates Up 35 Percent” The Times Record
Page 2. 12-17-86.
B. Newspaper Article “Green Island Slates Hearing Tonight On New Power Rates”
The Times Record November 24, 1986.
C. Newspaper Article “Hearing on Power Authority To Be Set” The Times Record
October 8, 1986.
D. Newspaper Article “Real Named Authority Chairman” The Times Record 7-2386.
E. Newspaper Article “Board to Review Plan for New Power Agency” The Times
Record Pg. 24. 10-1-86
F. Newspaper Article “Union Members Protest Residency Law for Village
Employees” AND “Board OKs Plans for Townhouse Project” The Times Record
November 25, 1986.
G. Newspaper Article “Hearing set On Plan To Hike Green Island Electric Rates”
And “Green Island Board OKs 1987 Budget” The Times Record November 13,
1986.
78. Green Island Water Supply Co. (see Water Supply Co.)
– Empty
79. Grimm Building Material. Lower Hudson Avenue.
A. Photo
B. Newspaper Article “Grimm Co Receives Underwriter’s Approval” July 1977.
79. Flood Plain Map
- empty
80. Heatly School Board of Education
A. Newspaper Article “Budget, Renovation OK’d in Green Island” The Record pg.
C1. 5-28-92.
B. Newspaper Article “Voters in Green Island To Pick Priorities” Times Union Pg.
B6. 6-11-91.
C. Newspaper Article “Steele Leaving Heatly For Maplewood Post” 6-10-91.
D. Newspaper Article “Board Honored For Making Tough Choices” The Record
November 16, 1991
E. Newspaper Article “Committees To Study School Merger Plans” Times Union
Pg. B12. 5-30-91.
F. Newspaper Article “Austerity Budget May Be On Ballot” Pg.B2. 6-10-91.
G. Newspaper Article “Voters Reject Budget for Green Island Schools” Times Union
Pg.B12. 5-30-91.
H. Newspaper Article “Maplewood Chooses Neighbor For Top Spot” Times Union
Pg.B14. 5-22-91
I. Newspaper Article “Heatly School’s $2.77 M Budget Passes” Times Union
Pg.B8. 5-29-92.
J. Green Island Union Free School District Newsletter – Summer 1990
K. Heatly Newsletter – September/October 1991
81. Historical Agencies
- empty
82. H & B Variety Store
A. Photo
83. Historian, Town
*1st – Mark Ryan January 1977 – April 1980
A. Letterhead & Envelopes
83. History of The Village of Green Island
A. History of the Village of Green Island by Samuel Hutchinson (6 copies)
84. Historian Information
A. A History of the Village of Green Island by Samuel N. Hutchinson
B. Newspaper Article “Green Island Industry Has Significant Area Role” The
Record February 3, 1971
C. Newspaper Article “Watervliet, Green Island Small In Size, Giants in Industrial”
The Record
D. Organization of American Historians Newsletter January 1976
E. Non-Teaching Jobs for Historians Brochure
F. Organization of American Historians Membership Application and Brochure
G. “Organization of American Historians 1976” Program
H. “Selected New York State Laws Relating to Cemeteries” brochure
I. “A Filing System for Historical Information” Packet
J. “Protecting Historical Societies’ Records” Packet
K. “Laws Relating to Local Historians”
L. “Ethics for a Town Historian” Packet
M. “A Quiz for Local Historians” Packet
N. “Basic Curatorial Responsibilities In The Small Historical Society” Packet
O. “A Commentary on Cemetery Care” Packet
P. Newspaper Article “Green Island Industry Has Significant Area Role” The
Record February 3, 1971
Q. Newspaper Article “Watervliet, Green Island Small in Size, Giants in Industrial”
The Record
R. Newspaper Article “James Corrigan Thinks His Town is ‘Tremendous’” The
Riverside Sun March 14, 1978.
S. Newspaper Article “Old Albany” By E.S. Van Olinda Pg.17
March 24,
1942
T. Newspaper Picture “Green Island Scraps War Relic” September 14, 1943
U. Newspaper Picture “Whether by horse or by trolley…” The Times Record June 2,
1975.
85. Hess Service Station
A. Photos (2)
B. Newspaper Article “His Job Retires With Him” The Times Record May 13, 1977.
86. Hotel, Park – George Street
A. Photo
87. Hudson River (see Coastal Zone Management Program)
- empty
88. Hutchinson, Samuel N. (see History of the Village of Green Island)
A. Photos (6)
89. Iannone, Julius Shoe Repair (see Shoe Service)
- empty
90. Industrial Development Agency
A. Newspaper Article “2 Units to Be Formed” The Times Record April 4, 1979
B. Newspaper Article “Bendix Planning Renovation” 2-2-80.
C. Newspaper Article “Bendix Bid Favores, but Tabled” 2-6-80.
D. Newspaper Article “Bendix Gets Approval for Renovation Funds”
February
1980.
91. Ingrato, Samuel
A. Newspaper Article “’Pic’ Closing Up Shop” The Times Record 12-26-79.
92. Inglis, Harry F. Insurance Broker
A. Letter to Mr. Bernard Davenport from Erma I. Miner regarding the history of
Harry F. Inglis Agency, Inc. Dated March 1, 1976.
93. Insurance Brokers (see Arthur L. Belden AND Inglis, Harry F.)
- empty
94. Interstate 787 (see Airlane –landing)
- empty
95. Iron Works (see Troy Malleable Iron Co.)
- empty
96. Islanders, St. Joseph’s
A. Photo
97. Italian Fraternal Society, Green Island
A. Photos (4)
B. Newspaper Picture “Up in Smoke…” 5-5-77.
C. Newspaper Article “Green Island Italian-American Club Celebrates Mortgage
Burning April 30” Pg. 1 & 2. The Riverside Sun 4-26-77.
98. Jandali, A.M., M.D.
A. Letter from A.M. Jandali, M.D. with directions to the office.
B. Newspaper Article “Doctor Lauded in Chicago” December 1979.
99. Kays Caps, Inc. – Arch Street
A. Photos (3)
100. Kiwanis Club of Green Island
A. Photos (2)
101. K of C (also see Baseball Teams)
A. Photo
102. Laws, Village (see Village Laws)
- empty
103. Levins, W. Matthew, Mayor
A. Photos (24)
B. Letter from the Mayor to the People of Green Island regarding the Bicentennial
C. Newspaper Article “W. Matthew Levins’ Rites” 1-14-78.
D. Newspaper Article “W. Matthew Levins, 64; Former Mayor of Green Island” The
Times Record Pg. 17 January 11, 1978
E. Newspaper Article “A Native Son” Editorial – The Times Record 1-13-78.
F. Newspaper Article “Green Island Will Miss Matt Levins” The Times Record.
January 13, 1978.
G. Newspaper article “Levins Dies; Ex-Village Mayor” Times Union 1-12-78.
H. Newspaper Article “Mayor Levins Unopposed” 2-24-77.
I. Newspaper Article “Mayor Levins Not Slowing Down After Retiring from
Railroad” 12-31-76.
J. Newspaper Article “League to Name Field After Levins” The Times Record
February 15, 1978.
K. Newspaper Article “Late Mayor Honored” April 1978.
L. Newspaper Article “McNulty as Mayor Continues a Tradition” The Times Record
August 12, 1977.
M. Newspaper Article “Green Island Names Mayor”
N. Newspaper Article “Village Mayor’s Resignation Unconfirmed”
O. Newspaper Article “Levins Resigns, McNulty Appointed Mayor” The Times
Record August 9, 1977.
104. Liquor Store
A. Photo
B. Historian Document – McNulty Wines and Liquors Location & Opening and
Closing Dates.
105. Lithgow, David C. Artist
A. Photos of Murals in Elizabethtown, NY Courthouse (3)
B. Notes on Lithgow
C. Note of his statue “The Hiker”
D. Photos (5)
E. News Article “Plaster Indians Vs. Bureaucrats” Times Union 1-20-80.
F. News Article “75-Year-Old Exhibit May Reopen in Early ‘80s” The Times
Record March 26, 1979.
G. News Article “Area Resident Leaves His Mark” The Times Record 8-14-76.
H. MURALS IN THE STATE BANK OF ALBANY (3 copies)
106. Markers, Historical
A. Letters regarding Historic Markers
B. Lake Shore Markers Brochure
C. Southwell Company Brochures (2)
107. Loans – Items Now On Loan
A. Loan Sheets
108. Loans, Federal for Historical Preservation
A. Letter to Town Historian from Congressman Ned Pattison 7-29-77.
B. Federal Register 7-1-77
109. Loan Forms for Lending out Historical Material
A. Loan Forms
B. Letters Regarding Pictures Loaned Out
110. Little League (also see Levins, Matthew W.)
A. Photos (9)
B. Newspaper Article “League to Name Field After Levins” The Times Record
February 15, 1978.
111. Long Bridge (see Green Island Bridge)
- empty
112. Lurie’s Insurance Office
A. Photo
113. McNulty, John Jr. Mayor
A. Newspaper Article “Green Island Mayor Vows Referendum on Burn Plant” Pg.
B1. 6-14-91.
B. Newspaper Article “McNulty Invites Rival to Green Island Debate” Times Union
Pg. B8. 9-24-91.
C. Newspaper Article “McNulty to Run For Green Island Mayor” Times Union Pg.
B2. 9-6-91.
D. Newspaper Article “McNulty Easily Defeats Brady” The Record Pg. A3.
November 6, 1991.
E. Newspaper Article “Green Island Mayoral Candidates Hope History is In Their
Favor” Times Union Pg. B5. October 31, 1991.
F. Newspaper Article “Signoracci, McNulty Return To Their Posts” Times Union
Pg. B2. 11-6-91.
G. Newspaper Article “McNulty Wants Overhaul of Democratic Machine” The
Record Pg. 1. November 7, 1991.
H. Newspaper Article “House Likes McNulty History Bill” May 20, 1991.
I. Newspaper Article “$110,639 Budget A Problem For Green Island” Times Union
Pg. B2. 1-10-92.
114. McNulty, John J. Sr.
A. Photos (3)
115. Manning Paper Co.
A. Photos (6)
B. Pg. 196 Book 1925-1930
C. Newspaper Article “New Manning President” 11-22-79.
D. Newspaper Article “Poestenkill Gorge Park Opens” The Sunday Record
Pg.
A7. October 31, 1976.
E. Newspaper Photos “On its last legs...” “But not for long…” “Which will no
longer...” The Times Record January 5, 1980.
F. Pages 314 and 315 from Landmarks of Rensselaer County
116. Manufacturer’s National Bank
A. Coupon Account Reconcilements (3)
B. Bond & Coupon Account Statement
117. Maps of Green Island
A. Photos (4)
B. City & County of Albany Historic Site Map
118. Marine Midland Bank – George Street
A. Photos (3)
B. Newspaper Article “Marine Midland Bank Makes Reassignments” The Times
Record July 26, 1978.
119. Markets (Grocery)
A. Newspaper Article “First Upstate Supermarket Was In Green Island”
120. McNulty, Michael R.
A. Photos (9)
B. Mike McNulty for Assembly cards (2) and stickers (2)
C. Mike for Assembly campaign literature
D. Letter to the People of Green Island from Michael R. McNulty (supervisor)
E. Newspaper Articles “Green Island Names Mayor” and “Village Mayor’s
Resignation Unconfirmed”
F. Newspaper Article “McNulty as Mayor Continues a Tradition” The Times Record
8-12-77.
G. Newspaper Article “Levins Resigns, McNulty Appointed Mayor” The Times
Record 8-9-77.
H. Newspaper Article “Kelleher Beats McNulty in Tight Race” Times Union 11-376.
I. Newspaper Article “Kelleher Wins a Sixth Term in Assembly”
J. Newspaper Article “In Green Island, ‘The Name’ Is McNulty” The Riverside Sun
Pg. 1. 2-21-78.
K. Newspaper Article “McNulty Appointed to CDTC” 3-29-79.
L. Newspaper Articles in a Booklet (2)
M. Editorial – “The Times Union Endorses: McNulty in 106th” Times Union Pg.
11. October 27, 1976.
N. Newspaper Article “McNulty Learns About Affordable Housing The Hard Way”
Times Union 2-16-89.
O. Newspaper Article “Grateful McNulty Keeps On Running” Times Union Pg.
B1. 11-10-88.
P. Newspaper Article “12 State Congressmen Back Raise: McNulty, Solomon
Oppose” Times Union Pg. A4. 1-28-89.
121. McNulty, John J, Jr.
A. Testimonial Dinner Dance Program
B. Sheriff of Albany County Campaign Literature (2)
C. Photo
D. Elect Major John J. McNulty, Jr. for Sheriff of Albany County cards (11)
E. Newspaper Article “McNulty Big Winner in Sheriff’s Race”
F. Newspaper Article “A McNulty Gets a Job” 2-27-79.
G. Newspaper Article “McNulty Resigns Albany County Sheriff’s Post” The Times
Record Pg. 4. February 17, 1979.
H. Newspaper Article “McNulty Quits As County Sheriff” Times Union February
17, 1979.
I. Newspaper Article “McNulty Reelected Sheriff, Harris Wins Seat on Bench”
Times Union Pg. 2 November 3, 1976.
J. Newspaper Article “McNulty Resigns Sheriff’s Position” February 17, 1979.
122. McNulty, William
A. Photo
123. Manny, Raymond L. Superintendent of Gr. Is. Water Dept. Feb 1970 – Nov. 1977
A. Photo
B. Newspaper Article/Obituary “Raymond L. Manny, 56” November 1977.
118. Messier, Greg
- empty
119. Methodist Church (see Church of the Good Shepherd)
- empty
119. Michael’s Restaurant and Catering Service
A. Newspaper Article “Building a Benefit” Times Union March 6, 1986.
B. Newspaper Picture “Michael A. Cocca” September 1977.
120. Microfilming
A. Historian Notes
B. Bell & Howell Brochure
C. Swinger Microfilm Advertisement/Information
D. Letter and Business Card from Charles A. Rager: KODAK.
E. Letter from Capitol Microfilm Services, Inc.
F. Paul E. Killion, Inc. Information Booklet
121. Morrison, Alexander – 184 Hudson Avenue (see Residential Homes – background)
- empty
122. Narcotics Guidance Council (see CARE project)
- empty
123. National Register of Historical Places (see Register of Historical Places)
- empty
124. NETWORK New York State History
A. NYS History Network Publication Fall 1979
125. New York State Bicentennial 1977
A. “The Correspondent” Volume VII Number 5 Jan. – Feb. 1977
B. Bicentennial Proclamation
C. New York Statehood Anniversary Community Application
D. New York in The Bicentennial 1976-1977 Annual Report
E. Copy of Pages from “The Correspondent” Vol. VIII No. 1 May – June 1977
F. “The Correspondent” Vol. V No. 3 Nov – Dec 1974
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
“The Correspondent” Vol. VIII No. 2 Jul – Aug 1977
“The Correspondent” Vol. VIII No. 3 Nov – Dec 1977
“The Correspondent” Vol. VIII No. 4 Jan – Feb 1978
“The Correspondent” Vol. VII No. 6 Mar – Apr 1977
“The Correspondent” Vol. VIII No. 5 Spring 1978
126. Oil Companies (see BP and Wm McNulty Fuels)
- empty
127. Pals, Village (see Village Pals)
- empty
128. Parks
A. Photos (11)
129. Peter’s Restaurant and Grill Supply
A. Photo
130. Pharmacy, Green Island
A. Photo
131. Photography for the Local Historian
A. Photography for the Local Historian by David C. Thurheimer
132. Pic, Samuel (see Ingrato, Samuel)
- empty
133. Picarillo’s Variety Store
A. Photos (2)
B. Newspaper Article “Variety Store Closes: An Era Ends” The Times Record July
4, 1978.
134. Pines (FORD)
A. Photos (3)
135. Pinkerton Boiler Works
A. Photo
136. Planning Board
A. Newspaper Article “Robert Resigns As Head of Planning Commission” The
Times Record January 29, 1980
B. Newspaper Article “Planning Board Named” December 1979.
C. Newspaper Article “Village Plan Advocated” The Times Record November
17, 1977.
D. Newspaper Article “County Aiding Green Island’s Planning” The Times Record
January 25, 1978.
137. Police Department
A. Photos (5)
B. Automobile Liability Policies (3)
C. 16th Annual Green Island PBA Dinner Dance Program
D. Newspaper Picture “This van…” The Times Record December 7, 1977.
E. Newspaper Article “New Green Island Police Chief Sworn In” April 1978.
F. Newspaper Article “Board Approves Police Changes” 1978.
G. Newspaper Article “Boudreau Appointed Police Chief” April 1978.
H. Newspaper Article “Area Police Get Training in Prisoner Suicide Prevention” The
Times Record February 27, 1987.
I. Newspaper Article “Green Island Police Arrest Five People On Drug Charges”
The Times Record
J. Newspaper Articles “Heatly Collects Students’ Prints” AND “Stalking Suspect
Charged With Having 4 Stolen Handguns” Times Union 3-23-94.
K. Newspaper Article “Green Island Man Held For Alleged Date Rape” The Record
December 8, 1993.
L. Newspaper Article “Finger Bite Leaves Thief Empty-Handed” The Record
October 1998.
138. Population (see Census)
- empty
139. Post Office, U.S. Green Island Branch
A. Photos (4)
140. Prediger’s Bakery
A. Photos (6)
B. Notes – History of Prediger’s Bakery
C. News Article “Walter J. Prediger, Baker” 1-13-78.
D. News Article “103 Years, and Still Rising” Times Union 12-8-93.
141. Presbyterian Church
A. Photo
142. Preservation
A. Federal Register Protection of Historic and Cultural Properties Final Amendments
January 30, 1979 Part IV
B. Preservation briefs, News supplement, Certification application
C. Provisions of Section 2124 of TAX REFORM ACT OF 1976
D. Hypothetical Case Study
E. Sources of Preservation Funding
F. Memorandum from Congressman Ned Pattison & TAX REFORM ACT OF 1976
Resource Sheet.
G. Preservation Directory.
143. Printers
A. Notecard
144. Public Works Department
A. Photos (6)
145. Project CARE
A. Newspaper Article “10 Green Island Candidates Unopposed” The Times Record
Pg. 19. 11-4-87.
B. Newspaper Article “Watch Program Meeting in Green Island Tuesday” The
Times Record Pg. 24. 11-16-87.
C. Newspaper Article “Project CARE Schedules Meeting November 13” The Times
Record Pg. 18. 11-14-86.
D. Newspaper Article “Halloween Dances Planned In Green Island”
146. Railroad
A. Photos (32)
B. Making the Grade (School Report Cards) (3)
C. Historian Notes
D. Newspaper Picture “The Demolition…” The Times Record 8-16-79.
E. Newspaper Picture “Off The Track…” The Times Record March 29, 1978.
F. Newspaper Picture “A Railroad Car…” 3-8-78.
147. Railroad Car Shops
A. Photos (18)
B. Green Island Shops 1872 Historical Information
C. Letter and Proposal for Green Island Railway Museum
D. Letter about Green Island Car Shops from Lewis C. Rubenstein, National Register
Supervisor dated July 23, 1973
E. Notes on U.S. Grant Railway Funeral Procession
F. News Article “Green Island Tracks Reopen” 4-1-80.
G. News Article “Mishaps ‘Too Close For Comfort’”
148. Rebekah Lodge, Green Island
A. Photos (2)
149. Recreation Department Village of Green Island
A. News Article “Emphasis is Changing” The Times Record July 11, 1978.
B. Newspaper Picture “Gymnastics…” and “Teaching…” July 1978.
C. Letter to the People of Green Island from Christine A. Cocca (newly appointed
Department of Recreation Director)
150. Ref-Fuel
A. News Articles “Business Leaders Back Green Island Incinerator Plan” AND
“Regional Chamber Unites In Support of Ref-Fuel Burner” The Record
222-95.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
L.
Newspaper Article “Lets Let The People Decide” Times Union 7-23-91.
News Article “Ref-Fuel Plant Best Bet”
News Article “Keep Trash Incinerator Out of Green Island” May 26, 1991.
News Article “Green Island Residents Vote For Incinerator” Times Union.
News Article “Incineration Company Covets Site On Green Island, Tries Hard
Sell” The Gazette Pg. B1. 6-1-91.
News Article “Environmental Groups Sue Ref-Fuel Over Incinerator” The Record
12-23-93.
News Article “Ref-Fuel Building Tower” The Record 11-4-93.
News Article “American Ref-Fuel Seeks Clients” Times Union 1-27-94.
News Article “Ref-Fuel Owners Stress Differences From Answers” Troy Record
Pg. C1. 1-27-94.
News Article “American Ref-Fuel Proposes Transfer and Recycling Station”
Times Union 2-16-94.
News Article “Ref-Fuel Says Study Shows Growing Need For Incinerator” The
Record Pg. A1. March 4, 1994.
151. Register of Historical Places, State and National
A. Building Structure Inventory Form
B. Letter to Mayor Levins from Cornelia E. Brooke regarding St. Marks Church
dated March 8, 1974
C. Letter to Chairman of Green Island Planning Board from Lewis C. Rubenstein
stating that Green Island Car Shops was entered on the National Register of
Historic Places dated July 23, 1973.
D. Letter from Bernard F. Davenport Regarding National Register and Urban
Cultural Park Commission
152. Rensselaer County Historical Society
A. Rensselaer County Historical Society Newsletter
B. Rensselaer County Historical Society & Museum Brochure
C. Letter from Mrs. Frederick R. Walsh (Rensselaer County Historical Society
Director) To Mr. Ryan (Green Island Town Historian) dated March 18, 1977.
153. Rensselaer & Saratoga Railroad (also see Green Island Bridge)
A. Pages 258 & 259 from “Landmarks of Rensselaer County, New York” by George
Parker Anderson 1897.
B. Newspaper Picture “Washington Square…”
154. Rental Assistance (see Community Development Act of 1974)
A. Leased Housing assistance Program brochure
B. News Article “Rent Aid Plan Doing ‘Pretty Good’” February 1978.
C. News Article “Rental Aid Program Explained” 7-30-77.
D. News Article “Village Ponders Rent Aid” 10-14-77.
E. News Article “Mrs. Manny Aid Head” 11-17-77.
F. News Article “Rental Aid Being Readied” 7-14-77.
155. Republicans Party (Green Island) (also see Election)
A. News Article “Poletos to Quit GOP”
B. News Article “Brady GOP Legislative Candidate”
156. Residential Homes, Background
A. Historian Document – 184 Hudson Ave, Green Island, New York compiled
September 28, 1978 by Mark Ryan
B. Pages from Book
157. Riverspark
A. Report of the Mohawk-Hudson Area Survey editor: Robert M. Vogel
B. RiverSpark Hudson-Mohawk Urban Cultural Park Management Plan Summary (3
Copies)
158. Rod & Gun Club (see Gun Club)
- Empty
159. St. Joseph’s Church
A. Photos (9)
B. News Article “Father Sipperly Notes 25th Jubilee Sunday” 6-7-79
C. Invitation to a Celebration of Father Sipperly’s 25th Anniversary of his ordination
to Priesthood.
D. News Article “Father Sipperly St. Joseph’s Pastor” 4-12-77.
E. News Article “Green Island Pastor’s Request for Leave Granted” The Times
Record March 23, 1977.
F. St. Joseph’s Church History
160. St. Joseph’s School
A. Photo
161. Schools (see Heatly High School, Union Free School District, St. Joseph’s School,
School #1, & School #2)
- Empty
162. St. Mark’s Church
A. 100th Anniversary Program (Photocopy)
B. News Article “Pastor Sad as Church is Sold” 12-20-79
C. News Article “Use of St. Mark’s is Village Hearing Topic”
D. News Article “Historic Church Become Village Community Center”
Knickerbocker News 12-19-79.
E. News Article “Last Services” 10-18-79.
F. News Article “Church Purchase OK’d” The Times Record October 10, 1979
G. News Article “Historic Church to be Sold” 10-6-79.
H. News Article “Mayor Denies Sale Pact” 10-9-79
I. News Article “Bond Issue Authorized for Church Purchase” The Times Record
October 23, 1979.
J. News Article “Rev. Gardner Honored At Dinner”
K. News Article “St. Mark’s on Historic Register” The Times Record April 25,
1979.
L. Newspaper Picture “Enough space…” The Times Record January 11, 1980.
M. Newspaper Picture “St. Mark’s Church” The Times Record Pg. 15. 10-24-79.
N. Photos (2)
O. Letters in regards to St. Mark’s Being Placed on The National Register of Historic
Places.
P. Copy of Federal Register Vol. 44 No. 26 February 6, 1979.
Q. Letter from Albany County Planning Board to Town Historian (2 copies)
R. National Register Nomination Forms (2 copies)
163. Schuyler, Col. Pieter
A. Photo of a Portrait
164. Scouting
A. News Article “Cub Pack Receives Indian Headdress” Times Union
20, 1975.
B. News Article “Scout of the Year” Times Union April 24, 1975
February
165. Scrap Dealers (see Freedman, R & Son, Inc.)
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166. School #2 – Hudson Avenue
A. Photos (10)
167. School #2 – Arch Street
A. Photos (8)
168. Senior Citizens Club
A. Photos (18)
B. 1976 Annual Report of the Green Island Senior Citizens
C. News Photos “Green Island Seniors’ Annual Ball” The Riverside Sun May 10,
1977
169. Service Station (see Hess Service Station)
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170. Sewage Treatment Facilities
A. Photos (6) from July 1977
B. News Article “Green Island Sewage Project to Start in May” The Times Record
April 13, 1977.
C. News Article “Sewer Project to Start Tuesday” 3-10-77
D. News Article “Green Island Awards Clean Water Contracts” The Times Record
1-26-77.
E. News Article “Bids Out For Green Island Sewers”
F. News Article “Sewer Project on Target Despite Rocks” 8-2-77.
G. News Article “18 Months of Sewage Work” July 1977
H. Newspaper Picture “Work Continues…” The Times Record 7-12-77
171. Shoe Service, Iannone – George Street
A. Photo
B. Background of Julius Iannone – Shoe Repair (5 copies)
172. Smith, Harriet – Oldest Citizen in 1976
A. Photos (2)
B. News Article “Harriet Smith at 90 – ‘Young Enough to Learn’” The Riverside
Sun August 17, 1976
173. Starbuck Foundry
A. Photos (2)
174. State Register of Historic Places (see Register of Historical Place, State & Federal)
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175. Telephone Service
A. Photo
B. News Article “Flood Clean-up Begins As Rain Continues to Fall” March 1977
176. Tid-Bits on Town and Village
A. Town of Green Island 100th Anniversary History
B. Copies of Photos (12 pages)
C. Public School #2 Grade 1 Class Photo November 8, 1916
D. Newspaper Picture “Forty-seven Years Ago…” The Times Record 3-30-60
E. Handwritten Notes
F. Green Island (Village and Town) History
G. News Article “Family Court Attacked” The Times Record March 20, 1979
H. News Article “Mrs. Erno Gets Top Award in Beautification Program”
I. News Article “Area Towns Looking Better” September 1979.
J. News Article “Green Island Man Revives Art of Woodcarving” Times Union
Page B1 2-7-86.
K. Page of Photocopied News Articles.
177. Time Capsule (Bicentennial) – to be opened July 4, 2076
A. Letter to Bicentennial Commission from ZAK Incorporated
B. News Release – listing of everything in Bicentennial Time Capsule 5-13-78
C. Letters about time capsule
D. News Article “Green Island Time Capsule Set” The Times Record April 17, 1978.
178. Town of Green Island
A. Photo
B. News Articles “Green Island Names Mayor” AND “Village Mayor’s Resignation
Unconfirmed”
C. News Article “Democrats Pick Three Incumbents on Slate” August 1977.
179. Town of Green Island Corporation Papers
A. LAWS OF NEW YORK one hundred and nineteenth session Ch. 811 (2)
180. Town Justices
A. Town Justice Election Cards (George Ryan and Albert Sterling) 1976 (4)
174. Tri-State Electric Motor – Albany Avenue
A. Photos (2)
175. Troy Malleable Iron Co.
A. Pg. 311 from “Landmarks of Rensselaer County, New York” by George Baker
Anderson 1897
176. Union Free School District
A. Proposed Budget July 1, 1979 – June 30, 1980
B. “Books Come To Life” Program June 4, 1998.
C. “Skidding” Program – Play by the Class Of 1941
D. Program for Dinner Honoring James Heatly
E. Report Cards & Absent Notes (Blank)
F. Photos (19)
G. Sketch of School
H. Newsletter
I. Ad from Times Union and Heatly School Thanking Shop ‘N Save for Sponsoring
Partners in Education. February 4, 1994.
J. News Article “School Tax Increase Lower Than Estimated” 6-20-79.
K. News Article “Cost Increases, Tax Base Changes Hike School Taxes” 6-17-79
L. News Article “Budget Vote Today” 6-14-77.
M. News Article “Budget Passed Quickly” June 1978.
N. News Article “Green Island School Budget Approved” 6-15-77.
O. News Article “Green Island School Vote Tuesday” The Times Record 6-8-78.
P. News Article “Two Try for School Board”
Q. News Article “Mrs. Connery Wins School Post”
R. News Article “Heatly Growth May Force School To Offer Cafeteria”
S. News Article “Third Grader Takes State Prize” Times Union 1-22-94.
T. News Article “Heatly School Running Out Of Space” The Record 10-28-93.
U. News Article “Heatly Students Earn Where They Learn” Times Union
12-793.
177. Vagabond Club
A. Photo
178. Veteran’s Memorial Stadium
A. News Article “Park Bids Being Received” 3-31-77
179. Vietnam Memorial
A. William F. McNulty and Marl W. McCutchen – names traced from memorial.
180. Village of Green Island General Information
A. Green Island (Village and Town) History
B. History of The Village of Green island, New York
C. G.I. 125 – “How Green Island Got Its Name” (4 copies)
D. General Info.
E. Village Newsletter December 1979
F. Albany’s Spirit of ’76 Celebration Program
G. Photos (5)
H. News Article “New Fiscal Year Begins” June 1977
I. News Article “Fluoridation Funds Offered” 3-25-80
J. News Article “Green Island’s Board Increases Mileage Rate” The Times Record
April 2, 1980
K. News Article “Village Board Gives Workers Dental Plan” The Times Record
December 18, 1979
L. News Article “Road Work Grant Made” 9-26-79
M. News Article “Water Pipes To be Fixed” The Times Record May 4, 1979
N. News Article “Tax Crackdown OK’d” The Times Record August 28, 1979
O. News Article “Construction Booming in Green Island” The Times Record
8-18-79.
P. News Article “Games and Zoning Laws Amended in Green Island” The Times
Record May 22, 1979
Q. News Article “It’s Ralph Miccio Day” The Times Record February 27, 1979
R. News Article “Family Court Attacked” The Times Record March 20, 1979
S. News Article “Bendix Planning Renovation” 2-2-80
T. News Article “Drug Committee Formed” 7-3-79
U. News Article “Green Island Has ‘Best of Both’” The Times Record 1-12-76
V. News Article “Davenport Fills Treasurer’s Post” 4-21-77
W. News Article “Budget Has Tax Hike” The Times Record April 6, 1979
X. News Article “McNulty as Mayor Continues Tradition” The Times Record
August 12, 1977
Y. News Article “Levins Resigns, McNulty Appointed Mayor” The Times Record
August 9, 1977
Z. News Article “Village Mayor’s Resignation Unconfirmed” AND “Green Island
Names Mayor”
AA.
News Article “Two New Laws Passed” 9-13-77.
BB.
News Article “Mayor’s Executive Aide Has Many New Ideas” The Times
Record May 10, 1978
CC.
News Article “Village Nets $25,000 For Land” 7-17-78.
DD.
News Article “Troy Will Make Bid For the 1876 Exhibit” The Times
Record 7-16-77.
EE.
News Article “Sewer District Aide Named Deputy Mayor” 3-29-78.
FF.
News Article “Tax Exemption Issue On Agenda” 9-26-78.
GG.
News Article “Trustees Pass Tax Break For Seniors” The Times Record
7-26-78.
HH.
News Article “Conroy ‘Pressing’ For National Title” The Times Record
January 31, 1978
II.
News Article “2 Units To Be Formed” The Times Record April 4, 1979.
JJ.
News Article “Green Island Will Join Regional Park Commission” The
Times Record October 14, 1976
KK.
Newspaper Advertisement – Auction For John J. McNulty Sr. Auditorium
1978
181. Village of Green Island Corporation Papers
A. LAWS OF NEW YORK ninety-second session (6 copies)
B. LAWS OF NEW YORK ninety-seventh session (3 copies)
C. LAWS OF NEW YORK one hundred and nineteenth session
D. Meeting Announcement (2 copies of letter)
E. G.I. 125 – Description of the original Village Charter & Results of First Election
182. Village Laws
A. News Article “Two New Laws Passed” 9-13-77.
B. Forms for Filing Local Laws – 3 Different Laws
C. LAWS OF THE VILLAGE OF GREEN ISLAND Chapters 2 & 3 copied
D. News Article “Games and Zoning Law Amended in Green Island” The Times
Record May 22, 1979.
183. Village, Birthday – 125th
A. G.I. 125 Logos/Stickers
B. News Release from Town Historian Mark Ryan April 5, 1977
C. Memo For Town Historian About Bumper Sticker
D. Letter to “Fellow Islanders” from Mark Ryan, Town Historian 4-5-77.
E. “How Green Island Got Its Name”
F. G.I. 125 – Description of the Original Village Charter and Results of First
Election (3 copies)
G. Letter from Green Island Democratic Association President Stephen F. Swinton,
Sr. to Town Historian Mark Ryan.
H. G.I. 125 Stationary
I. News Article “The Village Grew Quickly Over The Years” The Times Record
April 5, 1978.
J. News Articles “Green Island Was Top Railcar Builder” AND “’Greyen’ Was
Name For Green Island”
K. News Article “Shops: Hive of Activity”
L. News Article “Green Island’s Artist-Sculptor” The Times Record April 3, 1978.
M. News Article “Bridge Key to Area Economy” The Times Record 4-6-78
N. News Article “Green Island Plans To Observe 125th Year”
O. News Article “Green Island Gearing for 125th”
184. Village Budgets
A. General Fund/ Budget
B. Federal Revenue Sharing Budget 1979-80 Fiscal Year (2 copies)
C. News Article “Village Budget Passed” The Times Record April 17, 1979.
D. News Article “Green Island Budget Up As County Passes On Expense” Times
Union December 3, 1993.
185. Village Codes
A. Forms for Filing Local Laws – 2 Different Ones
B. News Article “Fire Board Organizes” February 1978
C. News Article “Building Code Adopted” The Times Record August 23, 1977.
D. News Article “Fire Codes Implemented” 1977.
186. Village Pals
A. News Article “Village Pals Revived” 4-17-79.
187. Water Damage to Articles
A. Procedures for Salvage of Water Damaged Library Materials
B. State Division of Historical Services Procedures for Salvaging Water-Damaged
Record
188. Water Department
A. Engineering Design Report for Water Treatment Plant September 1977.
B. Photo
C. Newspaper Picture “Installing…” 12-15-79.
D. News Article “A McNulty Gets A Job” 2-27-79
E. News Article “Water Pipes To Be Fixed” The Times Record May 4, 1979
F. News Article “Fluoridation Funds Offered” 3-25-80.
G. News Article “Competency Results Revealed” The Times Record
December 3, 1979.
189. Water Supply Co.
A. Certified Copy of Public Service Commission Suspension Order To Green Island
Water Supply Co. – 4th Suspension Order
B. 3rd Suspension Order
C. Notice Of Hearing
190. Weinbrecht’s Tavern – 104 George Street
A. Photos (6)
191. YOGI (Youth Organization of Green Island)
A. Letter to Bicentennial Commission Chairman Mr. Bernard Davenport from YOGI
Chairman Mr. Michael A. Cocca
B. Photo
C. News Article “New Ideas Mark YOGI’s Fifth Year of Service” The Times Record
November 16, 1976.
192. Youth Organizations (see YOGI)
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193. ZAK, Inc. – Tibbits Avenue
A. Photo
194. Zoning
A. Village of Green Island Local Law #3 of 1978.
B. News Article “Zoning Commission To Draw Up Code” 2-28-78.
C. News Article “Zoning Not A Simple Task” 5-2-78.
D. News Article “Body Shop Supported” The Times Record June 22, 1979.
E. News Article “Green Island Adopts Zoning Ordinance” The Times Record May
26, 1978.
F. News Article “Games and Zoning Laws Amended in Green Island” The Times
Record May 22, 1979.
G. News Article “Folmsbee Must Dig Up Gas Tank” The Times Record December
7, 1979.
H. News Article “Tough Flood Law Possible” The Times Record March 27, 1979.
I. Envelope Containing:
1. Village of Green Island Zoning Ordinance
2. from THE VILLAGE LAW – Article 7
3. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF URBAN PLANNING
Chapter on Zoning
4. Legal Memorandum – Adopting a Zoning Ordinance
5. Village of Bainbridge Zoning Ordinance
195. Important Dates in The History of Green Island
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