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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1950
Page
5
The article reflects on a large gathering at Music Hall and First Baptist Church where 1,900 attended and hundreds more listened by amplified service. It notes Bishop Oxnam’s presence and argues attendees sought unity in the Christian creed beyond denominational lines and a stance before the Lord.
Sixty two county chairmen met in Albany in a Republican powwow to discuss campaign organization and potential nominees. The paper says Dewey leads sentiment for governor with Hanley as possible, while Dulles is the standout senator target if available. Other contenders include Mead, O Dwyer, Roosevelt, and Cashmore, with Frossel leading the Democrats.
The piece weighs Sir Harry Lauder’s legacy and a potential political move for Farley, noting Lauder’s fame, pension debate, and lasting impact. It also discusses Dewey’s ambitions and a World Bank policy debate, with quotes from figures and press commentary on postwar economic strategy.
The piece urges U S government steps to shield American diplomats from Red entrapment schemes in Moscow and other Communist areas. It cites alleged plots and incidents in Berlin Moscow Bulgaria Hungary and Austria and calls for a clear diplomatic understanding with Communist governments to prevent harassment of officials.
The article profiles Harry Lauder as a sentimental yet resilient entertainer who performed for over a half century. It notes his repeated retirements and returns, his devotion to charitable causes, and his deep religious observance. It mentions the death of his son in World War I and his participation in union church services across creeds.
The text praises Harry Lauder as a beacon of perseverance born to poverty who started work at 11 and spent years in mines. Despite early hardship his songs found success and he became a remembered figure for both his art and his personal ordeal.
Albany reports on Governor Dewey and lawmakers debating state rent control terms. The piece weighs federal decontrol trends, state versus local control, and argues New York City and upstate needs differ, urging New York to tailor policy locally rather than blanket state-wide regulation.
Letters urge preserving anonymity, criticize John L. Lewis and labor power, discuss centralization of Worth Colonie School District and Menands role. Readers question wages, impact on miners, and education in the broader district, arguing for centralized schooling to serve more children.
Federal Reserve board debates White House spending and tax policy as Eccles and allies challenge administration. Critics warn debt and inflation risk while Treasury and Social Security funding shift to local governments. Financial power struggle mirrors broader political stakes.
The Washington Merry Go Round notes a rising chorus of Republicans and Kern Democrats opposing sliding scale parity payments. Polls show Iowa hog farmers favoring Brannan direct payments, North Dakota GOP figures backing Brannan, and Wisconsin farmers debating the plan. Critics fear a five to six billion dollar drop in farm income as surpluses mount and prices stay high.
A North Carolina teacher defends Standard American pronunciation for dictionary words against three syllable vs four syllable debate. The column criticizes British usage and argues for traditional American pronunciation with examples and guidance.
Eighteen senators from both parties unveiled a substitute bill to relax displaced persons immigration limits. The measure would allow DP refugees to enter by June 3, 1952, with tightened eligibility and restrictions. Ten Democrats and eight Republicans joined in backing the proposal, aligning with Truman era policy aims.
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