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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1949
Page
10
Paris reports Premier Georges Bidault asked the French Parliament for a vote of confidence in a second demand within a week. A vote was expected early Friday amid cabinet tensions and risks of a general election if Bidault fails.
The United States plans diplomatic recognition of the new Indonesian republic within 26 hours as Washington offers political support and economic aid to counter communist advances. Western and Asian governments act quickly. Mr Truman’s envoy Cochran travels to Jakarta to establish ties and set terms.
AP reports Lettie Hapka, a local resident, was fatally hit by an automobile at a street intersection near her home yesterday. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities as investigators began.
Batavia celebrates as Indonesia becomes a new nation in southeast Asia with 77 million people, amid warnings of Communist influence. Crowds fill Batavia streets shouting Merdeka as martial law and guerrilla warfare linger on many islands. Officials brace for possible trouble while allies map strategy to prevent spread of communism from China southward.
The article outlines Father Curley’s priestly career from ordination at St. Bernard’s and Niagara education to assignments at St Patrick’s Albany St Vincent de Paul’s Troy and finally the Blessed Sacrament Hague. It notes his genial personality and leadership roles, plus his involvement with the Children of Mary and the Ronary Society.
New York metropolitan area will see a one cent per quart drop in retail milk prices following a federal cut. The Agriculture Department announced a 4 cent per 101 pounds reduction in the minimum Class 1A fluid milk price for January and February, with New York officials hopeful of consumer relief. Commissioner John M. Murtagh notes prices could fall six cents per quart from a year ago, amid long-standing price investigations.
Severe winds in Buffalo and Syracuse caused property damage including smashed windows and a damaged storefront. A driver escaped injury by returning to his car as one vehicle collided during the gusts. The weather office noted winds reaching up to 40 miles per hour with gusts around 35.24 mph and discussed federal milk price guidance in the period.
Betty Lou Marbury a ten year old girl from Brownsville Tennessee faced a grave health crisis as doctors announced her right hand must be amputated to halt a malignant infection. The operation was set after prayers nationwide and urged public support as her father prepared to consent.
Hungary expelled American Joint Distribution Committee director Iaracl Jacobson, held near the Austrian border by Russian troops after an arrest tied to espionage suspicions. Reports say Jacobson, 37, who held travel permission, would cross into Austria. officials offered no time. The case follows other Americans, including Robert Vogeler of International Telephone and Telegraph, facing Hungarian charges and travel bans amid a broader clampdown by the communist government. The border is less than forty miles from Vienna as authorities and diplomats await further moves.
Rita Hayworth and Aly Khan escorted to Montchoisi Maternity Clinic in Lausanne behind Swiss police escort. The couple arrived with a newborn expected after a swift, tense turn at the Palace Hotel early Tuesday local time. Doctor Rodolphe Rechat prepared to deliver the second child as security and witnesses described a high‑profile, precautionary birth in Geneva‑area facilities.
In Tel Aviv and surrounding coastal towns rain flooded tents and buildings forcing evacuation of Jewish refugees. The flood breached the wall of a Jaffa home, causing casualties, while crops and citrus groves suffered heavy damage. Authorities reported 2,085 children remained in shelters as schools closed.
Lucas Foresees a three billion dollar reduction in military and aid funds. He argues Congress must trim spending and cites Europe’s growing strength and Marshal Plan costs. He forecasts possible cuts in Truman era programs as he campaigns for renominating in the April primary.
British talks on arms aid have been delayed and shipments expected around January or February. Officials dispute terms prioritizing economic recovery, and discuss whether Britain must consult the United States before arming outside the North Atlantic area. Eight Atlantic Pact nations will sign separate agreements with the United States.
Washington reports two American servicemen missing for over a year in Communist China are now safe and well. The State Department cites a message from consul officers at Tsingtao confirming the men’s safety. Names include Chief Eleventh Lin, Williams, and Render, with links to Long Beach and Chicago. The note adds no confirmed charges or captivity details.
A heat wave pushed temperatures to record highs across New York Newark and Philadelphia causing humidity and late afternoon readings around 62 degrees in New York and 64 at Philadelphia airport. Rain and fog slowed harbor shipping and led to flight cancellations at LaGuardia. Cont’d on page fourteens.
President Truman, during the final day of his Christmas vacation, mixed business with leisure. In Kansas City he visited the Muehlebach Hotel and hosted an extended chili dinner for friends, including Ernie Abfeldt, who brought ten gallons of chili. Truman planned return to Washington with three messages to Congress pending.
Moscow radio reports during a wartime tribunal near Khanarovsk describe Japan's Unit 730 germ warfare program. Defendants including Gen Rinii Kanauka claim researchers recruited for secret welfare units and that trials confirm use of plague and other germs in warfare near Shanghai.
Lawmakers explore balancing the budget by cracking down on loopholes and evasion in the revenue laws. Officials report the annual loss from tax dodging and illegal schemes could be up to about 5.99 billion dollars, with broader actions against evaders already underway.
U S envoy at large Jessup travels toward the Orient planning talks with General MacArthur in Tokyo and visits Burma, Thailand, and Korea region amid warnings of a Communist threat. He also criticizes Congress tax enforcement and calls for stricter collection as part of broader fiscal debate.
Senator Wherry urged President Truman to use Taft Hartley powers to restore full coal production amid a looming shortage. He cited three day work stoppages and blamed political delays, calling for repeal of excise taxes and targeted relief to boost output and economic recovery.
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