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News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

In Columns, Columns - Ravena, The Ravena News Herald
February 27, 2025
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In memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – February 13,  1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher

Coeymans:

  • Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Suderley left Sunday for a month’s visit at Daytona, Florida.
  • Mr. Coffin, the Grand Army veteran who lives in the Shafer building, was taken to the Albany hospital, suffering with pneumonia Monday.
  • On Friday evening, Feb. 27, Hudson River Council, No. 47. Jr. O.U.A.M. will hold a dance at Junior Order Hall to which the public will be cordially welcome.
  • Rev. S.M. Cole and Mrs. Cole of Coeymans were surprised Monday evening by members

of the congregation who had arranged a party in celebration of their pastor’s birthday. Fifty guests were present, and Mrs. Charles Sherman presented Rev. and Mrs. Cole with a beautiful electric lamp.

  • The village of Coeymans was saddened by the news of the death of Ensign Elbert A. Palmer Jr., only son of Major Elbert A. Palmer Sr., and the late Emma Strong Palmer of Coeymans. The young man was drowned in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Feb. 6, and according to last reports the body has not yet been recovered. He was serving on the S.S. Richmond and his father is located in the Philippines as a member of the U.S. Army medical staff.

Ravena:

  • Regular meeting of the Ravena Grange will be held on Monday evening of next week.
  • Mrs. Wendell Tripp has returned to her work at the Duff-Mott Co. after being ill for the past two weeks.
  • Misses Helen Heath, Ruth Roberts and Ruth Hamlin have been appointed ushers for Community Hall by C.H. Hummer, who is now in charge of that public institution.
  • The regular meeting of Ella C. Perry Chapter, No. 461, O.E.S. will be held on Monday evening, Feb. 16. A cordial invitation is extended to all Master Masons. After the meeting, a social hour and refreshments will be served.
  • Fred D. Baldwin has been chosen trustee of the village in place of G. Christian, deceased.

Coeymans Herald – February 12, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

  • The broom factories of John Ziegler and Peter Van Korb are turning out considerable many brooms.
  • Henry Burger has caused a new streetlamp to be erected in front of his property on South Main Street.
  • Some very large sticks of lumber are being hauled to this village from the TenEyck woods and are being piled on the docks preparatory for shipment in the spring.
  • W.W. Snyder is moving his stock into his new location in the Wolfe building. He has the finest store in town and will make a good display.
  • Mr. F.A. Slingerland has disposed of his desirable residence situated on Westerlo Street to Mr. Frank Suderley, who is to take possession April 1. It is said the price paid was $7,500.
  • Mr. J.N. Briggs has been over in Maine, “the ice country,” selling his celebrated elevator plans, and has met with good success.
  • The trustees of our fire department have had the Carroll building refitted and put in shape and the engine, hose cart, buckets, etc., are now located in the new quarters.
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Positively Speaking: Paying tribute to my father

In Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness - Ravena, The Ravena News Herald
July 6, 2023
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By Toby Moore

For Capital Region Independent Media

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Toby Moore

Father’s Day has already passed, but I wanted to share with you a letter that my father, Gary W. Moore, the founder of this column, wrote to me when I was a senior in high school.

He was an incredibly positive, energetic and loving individual. Defined by his aspirations rather than his past, he consistently set his sights on new goals and frequently achieved them.

During my high school years, I wanted to be an Olympic swimmer, but I soon realized it wouldn’t happen and began to make excuses. Once I realized I wouldn’t make it as an Olympic swimmer, I no longer took it as seriously. One night I told him this and so he wrote me this letter:

***

Dear Toby,

My life has been full of success and failure. I never see failure as failure; I see it as “I found one more way that doesn’t work.”

The only failure in life is giving up, not trying to begin with, and selling yourself short.  

In my eyes, you are a champion. In your eyes, what are you? I realized last night that I believe in you more than you do. The problem is, what I think doesn’t matter; only what you believe counts.

I want to help you understand that it is not the time on the watch or the order of finish that counts. What does matter is the effort, the planning, the goals, and the enthusiasm.

It is not what you get from the above but what you become in the process. I see a champion when I look at you; you see something else.

We constantly work towards what we believe will happen. You do not believe in yourself. Therefore, you do not take what you work so hard for seriously enough to make the champion within you stand up and go forward.

Last night you said, “I don’t like to compete because I’m not getting any faster.” Life is a self-fulfilling prophecy, and what you feel and what you say, how you act, and what you expect usually comes true.

It doesn’t matter what I say and think about it; it only matters what you say and think. 

Soon you’ll be 19 years old. Your mother and I pledged to do whatever it takes to help you achieve your dreams. We’ve done all we can, and it’s time for us to trust that you will do what’s best for you.

I can’t watch you work hard and then when it’s time to do what you’ve worked for, not take it seriously.

I love you more than you can imagine, so I must tell you how I feel and think. You don’t take the important things seriously because you’re afraid of failure.

If you are deadly serious and do poorly, you fear how you will look in front of your friends.

If you’re not that into it, that’s an excuse; if you didn’t try hard, that’s another excuse. If you laugh, joke and goof around, others will not expect you to perform well, and you won’t let anyone down except yourself.

To be truly good at something, you must respect the activity, and you must respect yourself. You must want to lead the pack, not just be content with being part of the pack.

My concern is not that you become a great swimmer; my concern is for you to become a great person. The habits that shape success, failure, work ethic and leadership must start taking form now.

What you do today will affect the rest of your life. Don’t goof around and make excuses. Be serious; focus on the task; even if you fail, you’ve given it your all.

Will you be positive or negative? Will you have faith or a lack of faith?

Don’t worry about the time on the watch; do your best, no matter where you finish; I will be proud.

***

Now, with the wisdom of years and experience, I can see how profound my father’s words were. Each year, his message resonates deeper; as I pursue my dreams, I wholeheartedly embrace his advice to give my all, ensuring I can always say I did my best.

Thank you, Dad.

Toby Moore is a columnist, the star of Emmy-nominated “A Separate Peace,” and the CEO of Cubestream Inc.

Challenge encourages experienced hikers to visit region’s fire towers

In Sports, Sports - Ravena, The Ravena News Herald
December 30, 2022
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Will you take the 2023 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge? Contributed photo

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the 2023 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge to highlight the world-class tourism destinations and recreational opportunities in the Mid-Hudson Region.

“The annual Fire Tower Challenge is a great way to keep the history and traditions of our Catskills fire towers alive for future generations to appreciate and enjoy,” Seggossaid. “The Fire Tower Challenge provides opportunities for New Yorkers and visitors to reach the unique viewing experience of the spectacular Catskill Mountains while making everlasting memories with family and friends. I encourage anyone that has participated in years past, or those looking to try the tower hikes for the first time, and take the 2023 challenge.”

For nearly a century, observers watched the forests of New York state — including the Catskill and Adirondack forest preserve — from more than 100 fire towers perched atop the highest peaks, searching for the dangerous, telltale signs of forest fires.

The Catskills Fire Tower Challenge encourages experienced hikers to visit the region’s remaining fire towers located on Balsam Lake Mountain (Hardenburgh), Hunter Mountain (Hunter), Overlook Mountain (Woodstock), Red Hill Mountain (Denning), and Tremper Mountain (Shandaken), along with the Upper Esopus Fire Tower at the Catskills Visitor Center. The Upper Esopus Fire Tower allows visitors who may not otherwise be able to undertake the challenging hike of several miles to experience a fire tower on the high peaks in the Catskills.

Stewardship of the fire towers is a partnership with the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development. The Catskill Center, through the Catskill Fire Tower Project, manages six fire towers in the Catskill Park for public access and interpretation under a Volunteer Stewardship Agreement with DEC. Dedicated volunteers help maintain and staff each of the fire towers on weekends and holidays throughout the summer and fall seasons.

For more information about the Catskills and to experience the newest and easiest to reach fire tower in the region, the Upper Esopus Fire Tower, consider a visit to the Catskills Visitor Center on Route 28 in the heart of the Catskill Park.

To participate in the challenge, hikers must hike to all six DEC-owned fire towers in the Catskills between Jan. 1, and Dec. 31, 2023. Once completed, participants submit a log of their completed hikes along with a favorite photo or selfie via a web form or to the designated email inbox: CatskillsChallenge@dec.ny.gov. Entries must be postmarked by Jan. 7, 2024.

All participants who complete the challenge will receive a letter and a commemorative Catskills Fire Tower Challenge patch designed with the 2023 completion year. The first 1,000 finishers will also receive a one-year subscription to DEC’s Conservationist magazine. Upon completion, finishers will also be able to download a customizable certificate and will be eligible to win prizes after the challenge period is closed.

To promote responsible recreation, DEC will offer a bonus prize entry to finishers who also submit a photo of themselves practicing Leave No Trace while participating in the Catskills Fire Tower Challenge (e.g., picking up litter, carrying out, planning and preparing for their hikes, staying on trail).

New for 2023, finishers who completed the challenge multiple times will receive an additional commemorative Catskills Fire Tower Challenge prize.

“We’re thrilled to be part of the Catskills Fire Tower Challenge,” said Executive Director of the Catskill Center Jeff Senterman. “The challenge is a great way to introduce new visitors to the Catskill Park. By bringing visitors to the fire towers, we are directing them to durable trails, amazing views, and the opportunity to interact with our fire tower stewards to get information about the Park, history, and much more. We love that having the Upper Esopus Fire Tower, included as part of the Challenge, brings more people to the Catskills Visitor Center where they can learn about the Park, get information on how to recreate responsibly while they visit, and learn more about the communities of the Catskills that they can visit before and after their hikes.”

The 2022 challenge, which continues through the end of the year, has drawn more than 800 finishers to-date. Entries have been received from every region of New York, 12 other states, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

With DEC giving participants a full year to complete the challenge, hikers can take their time. Hikers are reminded to practice Leave No Trace principles and to Love Our NY Lands by recreating safely, sustainably, and hiking in suitable conditions based on weather and experience level.

For more information about the fire towers and challenge rules, visit DEC’s website at dec.ny.gov.

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