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Vandalism

​In June, 1935, with the building barely six years old, thoughtless acts of vandalism destroyed the interior of the church. The organ was badly damaged; paint and shellac were spread on furnishings and woodwork; the altar desecrated. It was a staggering blow to the young church. Parents of the culprits made financial restitution, but it took a long summer's work by many parishioners to once again render the place fit for religious services.
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​Mrs. Ivan Hood and Mrs. James I. Ray examine the ruined altar.

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​Boys of the parish viewing the destruction as it appeared in June.


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​At the right, John Horrocks refinishes one of the pews, nearing the end of a long labor.


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In September, 1935, the church was rededicated by the Rt.. Rev. Edward H. Coley, Suffragan Bishop of Central New York, shown here with the Rev, Joseph 0. Roberts, Priest-in-Charge. Mr. Roberts' ordination to the Priesthood had been scheduled for St. Alban's the Sunday after the vandalism; ceremony had to be moved to St. Paul's.

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St. Alban's Episcopal Church
1308 Meadowbrook Drive, Syracuse, NY  13224
Phone:  (315) 446-3490
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  • Welcome/About us
    • About Us
    • Clergy, Staff, and Vestry
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    • Sunday Service
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    • The Wider Church
    • Useful Links
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    • Upcoming Events
    • Newsletter
    • Mother Julie's letters >
      • Inspirational Nuggets
    • Weekly Bulletin
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    • Transitions
  • Pics&Vids
    • Recorded Services
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