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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1945
Page
6
Operators met to review wage demands from John L Lewis amid a possible strike. Officials warned of coal shortages and urged quick agreements as contracts near expiration and production faces strain from weather and global conditions.
The piece critiques New York antis discrimination laws tied to the Wagner Act, arguing such measures encourage incompetence and force employers to hire based on origin, creed, color, and race. It cites unions, back pay disputes, and fears of political manipulation within the labor system. It warns of consequences for employers and workers alike.
Grafton Miss Elsie Wager spent the weekend with friends at Berlin and Air. Ray Moon of Cropseyvilla visited with Mr. and Mrs. Donald Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Jay Smith winter in Canoes and were in town. Ruth and Mrs. Church traveled to Margaretville for an indefinite stay. Sherman Contreil of Boositk and Howard Babcock hosted visitors. William Oliver and relatives visited Canajoharie. Sherman Barnhart Jr. of Schenectady and Mr. and Mrs. Berphert hosted in town. Walter Stuart and Mrs. Mevie Stuart of Troy plus others spent time with Mr. and Mrs. Sauer. Everett Lamphere returned home after a visit Sunday.
Reports from an Albany legislative session indicate the anti discrimination bill faces possible defeat in one house. Observers note opposition within the committee and by New York State Bar Association leaders who seek mediation over the measure. The debate follows Gov. Dewey’s push for approval and a State Economy Commission recommendation to consolidate Labor Department divisions.
A collection of reader letters and notices discuss topics from public transport and drivers to medals, beauty schools, freedom of the press, and diphtheria inoculations. Correspondents cite Troy and Watervliet in dates from 1913 to 1945, with editor responses and local health references.
Sunday gathering at Shushan The FP CU meets in the Methodist Church with Miss Doris Galbraith as reader. Guests include Mr and Mrs Liljeberg of Stown who recently purchased a farm from Hugh Steele. Also visiting are Mr and Mrs Robert Hughes and family from West Pawlet Vermont and Mr and Mrs Nelson D Green and son Tommy of Amsterdam New York. Local residents Gerald Gilchrest, John Deane, Mrs Deane of Troy and Kenneth Gilchrest and son Kenneth Jr of Comstock join Mrs Gilchrest and others for the event.
The Hoosick Falls village held its annual tax sale for 28 properties. unpaid taxes totaled 6525 dollars with 802 dollars in fees. Municipal details note trustee involvement and payments to the village by Mayor John P. Murphy.
Albany heard arguments on a bill to fix a flat $10 license fee for all motor vehicles, replacing the current weight based levy. Advocates say weight charges are outdated as modern cars bear highway wear similarly, and infrequent users should not pay higher fees.
Albany reports a renewed push for a fair trade bill sponsored by Assemblyman Harry A Ree and Senator Walter Mahoney seeks to criminalize misrepresentation of merchandise or prices and restrict employer sales practices. Backers say the law would boost equality in competition with other states while opponents warn it would regulate business unnecessarily. The measure previously passed the Senate but stalled in the Assembly Rules Committee.
Dominick Stephano twenty one? seventeen and Benjamin Noel aged twenty three both waived for action of lone grand jury when arraigned in Keoy Police Court yesterday morning on statutory charges. They were arrested Monday night after an inquiry by the Detective Bureau and local prosecutors. Detective Shields and plainclothesman Kane led the arrest team. The story continues with a note about a historical wedding certificate signed at a golden anniversary party.
U S Navy carrier planes under Admiral Mitschers command hit Tokyo area targets in a large raid Sunday, with heavy damage reported to airfields hangars and the Nakajima plant at Ota. Five enemy vessels sunk and multiple ships damaged noted as 106 Japanese planes flew in defense but many were shot down. Admiral Nimitz described the attack as successful despite weather and light anti air resistance, with several American planes lost but pilots saved.
Schaghticoke Myron Brownell is confined to Troy Hospital. Miss Sophia Film spent the weekend with relatives in New York and Amsterdam. Sergt Francis Van Buren has arrived at the Mojare Dei Marine Base. Pvt. Frederick S. Kelendis is at Woodrow Wilson General Hospital Staunton Virginia. Seth Aldrich of the airborne troops is spending the weekend at his parents home in Newburg. Erwin Cronk of Singhamton visited his parents as he recovers at home. A food Jesson will be conducted March 15 at the home of Mrs. Julia Fitzgerald in Schaghticcks under Melrose Home Bureau. The annual Red Cross War Fund Drive opens tomorrow with the sewing group of the local unit taking part.
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