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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1943
Page
1
The article reports unions prepared to issue wage demands bound by arbitration terms, with presidents advising non railroad unions. It details disputes over overtime, government control, and possible seizure of the road system, while officials warn of management and labor tensions affecting rail operations.
United States and Allied planes attacked Maloelap atoll in raids described as facing heavy enemy opposition. Navy reports say American planes, including bombers, engaged Japanese fighters and claimed several Zeros shot down. The action involved multiple ships and air units led by Admiral Nimitz.
Lieut Col Herman Kilber of the Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot presented the Army-Navy EK Award to Faith Mills Inc at Averill Park Central School. He urged caution against over-optimism as he noted Russians and Italians in the war effort, and reminded workers 54 colleagues have left to serve.
Sporadic reports said Bulgarian troops switched sides to join the Yugoslav Army of Liberation. A Partisan communique announced Tito organized a brigade of Bulgarians, including an officer and 65 soldiers with equipment, joining earlier defectors.
A report from a city hospital notes the birth of a baby to Mrs George, wife of a worker, described as a large corded third boy weighing an unnamed amount and measuring 21 inches long with an unspecified head measurement. The child arrived after hours at the hospital, and doctors say both mother and baby are doing nicely.
The piece notes shifts in high command including Marshall and King, plus Roosevelt’s stance on ranks. It then outlines 1943 federal spending, stark war costs, and the rising national debt, comparing current outlays to historic levels as of late 1942 into 1943.
Admiral Ernest J. King outlined a 1944 Pacific strategy as the United Nations shift emphasis from Europe to Asia. He said Germany’s defeat is near, but pressure on Japan will intensify, with main attack lines planned and power transfers already studied. He cast doubt on Japan launching multiple offensives given shipping shortages and stressed seeking a fleet showdown to force their exit.
London reports Ike's invasion headquarters being prepared for his arrival and high command meetings to begin soon. The key decision next is the American field commander to lead allied armies, with Lt. Gen. Mark Clark favored over Lt. Gen. Omar Bradley.
Admiral Ernest J. King praised submarine crews for damaging Japanese supply lines, noting they have sunk numerous vessels. He spoke at a press conference about his four years with submarines and twelve in naval aviation, highlighting the toughness of submarine service.
An official source said Argentina would recognize Bolivia’s new revolutionary government shortly. The report suggested Argentina’s recognition might already have reached La Paz under President Gualberto Villarroel after his coup earlier this month.
Buffalo police held two men for questioning last night in a fatal tavern shooting and robbery. A third man was released earlier. The description of two gunmen who Wednesday killed Michael Martis, 49, manager of Belgium Mary's Restaurant, and shot a patron with others assaulted was released by Detective Chief Thomas Vo.
A German counter offensive on the central Russian front west of Kiev has collapsed, producing a rout on a front nearly 200 miles wide. Russian forces press toward the Romanian and Polish borders, threatening entrapment of Nazi forces south and east of the Kiev bulge. Zhmerinka rail hub looms as the crucial supply path, with reserves reportedly thrown into a desperate effort that may fail within days. Continued on page eight.
Esquire magazine was denied second class mailing rights by Postmaster General Frank C Walker for failing to meet rules on origin and publication for public information or literature. The decision, effective February 28, drew reactions from publisher Small who called it unbelievable and said legal action would follow. A separate Monticello fire destroyed the old church in 1844.
A historical list names six full U S Army generals and five admirals including George C Marshall Douglas MacArthur Dwight D Eisenhower Henry H Arnold Malin Craig John J Pershing and naval leaders Nimitz Halsey and others as part of a U S roster noting retirements and commands across theaters from Europe to the Pacific with a focus on senior leadership in the Army and Navy.
A force of about 1,500 American planes bombed targets in southwest Germany as part of a large air assault in the war. The raid accompanied heavy losses on both sides, with 34 Allied aircraft downed and 23 German fighters destroyed. Reports note long-range escort flights and new navigational aids used by bombers, amid ongoing attacks across France into Germany.
Stewart Jones named Troy corporation counsel by Mayor elect John J. Ahern. Jones, a young Republican attorney, will be joined by Daniel J. Afichet as assistant corporation counsel after an upset victory for the Seventh Ward supervisor. John F. Knaupp becomes director of the Troy Airport at a 2500 salary, with Oliver Machon named deputy public works commissioner at 1500. Tom Rankin elevated to deputy commissioner of the Troy Welfare Department, with Thomas J. Graulty succeeding Rankin as courthouse superintendent at 2500. Edmund Lithbridge to succeed Gravity at 2500, and William A. Sanvidge to head weights and measures at 160.00.
United States Marines breached stubborn Japanese defenses to seize the vital airfield at Cape Gloucester New Britain four days after the Bergen Bay landing. General MacArthur said heavy air bombardment preceded the assault as American forces mopped up pillboxes and aereos bombers joined the assault. The spokesman reported many Japanese dead and light American losses.
The Weather Bureau announced a dry New Year's Eve and New Year’s Eve eve for all regions east of the continental divide, with California seeing intermittent rain and mountain snow. Temperatures were expected to be seasonal nationwide as a recent cold spell moderates.
Glendale California AP reports Hobart Bosworth aged 76, dean of the Hollywood movie colony, died in a hospital yesterday from pneumonia. A pioneer of silent films, he began as a Broadway idol before moving west to overcome tuberculosis and help build early cinema as a leading character actor.
Russian forces drive a major breakout from Kiev sector as 360 communities fell yesterday and 1,368 in a week. Kazatin rail junction captured, Moscow reports a breakthrough beyond Berdichev toward the Dniester frontier with 43 miles to the prewar Polish border. German defenses sustain heavy losses as the Red Army advances in mud laced winter fighting.
The report asserts Allied air forces achieved global air superiority, delivering sustained offensive operations. It notes heavy bombardment of German industrial cities, each with populations over 250,000, and claims widespread Allied victories across multiple fronts with support from Italian and other Allied forces.
The War Production Board issues authorization allowing limited civilian manufacture of select items for summer availability. Production of halted supplies and certain metals will be directed to war housing and related projects, with distribution outside normal channels. Civilian goods may resume only if urgently needed and not hindering materials or labor.
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