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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1946
Page
4
Citizens urge municipal action to fund and start a new high school in Troy. The piece cites cramped, outdated facilities, derelict land, and debt limits but argues timely financing and state aid can enable construction. The mayor seeks council authorization to proceed to protect youth education.
A garbled report discusses a political figure named Dushee Jaeasen and speculation about a White House or Senate run. The piece references the Supreme Court, Albany, and possible candidacy timing, with doubtful accuracy and blurred names. It critiques lawyers and judges while questioning the feasibility of reelection.
Congress faces a fierce partisan clash as the PEMC labor fairness bill prompts debate over legal protections against race and creed discrimination. Critics call the process stall tactics and a political circus while supporters argue for legitimate aims to reduce strikes and restore production ahead of peacetime needs.
The steel wage deadlock between the United States Steel Corporations and President Truman over proposed hourly increases risks a nationwide strike. A stoppage by one rail of the industry could paralyze manufacturing, engines, and weaponry, with steel price rises inevitable as producers operate at loss to meet contracts. The administration and company negotiators cite differing offers and plant losses, while industry officials warn of cascading economic damage unless a settlement is reached promptly.
President Mairless warns that a strike by Murray's steel workers would violate their no-strike pledge under current contracts running through October 15. The issue highlights responsibility for potential stoppages amid weak steelmaker finances and ongoing production.
A readerly column reflects on US trusteeship aims, Pacific bases, and the balance between national power and international oversight. It discusses veto rights for island possessions, potential bases from Alaska to Okinawa, and the need for careful diplomacy with Russia, Japan, and other powers.
A reader piece argues liberty is proclaimed yet supply lines falter under wartime strains. It contrasts Western consumer dependency with Hottentot hardship and questions who controls essential goods like milk and electricity, warning of potential shortages during conflict.
Writers to The Record Newspapers may sign statements asking not to publish their names and retain anonymity while proving good faith. Unsigned letters may not be published, and The Record Newspapers reserve the right to edit and shorten all communications as needed.
Editor notes allow deducting pay to a helper as a business expense and lists potential deductions such as state and union costs. The Record editor, in a separate column, relays a long letter praising Governor Dewey and criticizing Cooperstown politics with strong, era-specific rhetoric about taxes, public works, and dairy industry concerns.
A reader in The Record criticizes editorials on butter and cream prices, arguing government controls since 1404 distort fair pricing. The letter praises wartime licensing as a reason for limited supply, contending fixed prices reduce returns to manufacturers and farmers, and calls for market-based dairy pricing.
A Washington gossip column recalls Stilwell's conduct and views on China during World War II, noting his role as commander and his clashes over policy with Chiang Kai-shek, while weighing implications for U.S. support and the broader war effort. The piece sites officials and unnamed sources describing tensions between Allied aims and Communist forces in China.
A century old essay by Westbrook Pegler argues the press oversteps in criticizing military discipline. It cites editors and correspondents as attempting to silence criticism under war measures. The piece questions use of censorship and ties to broader dissent suppression, with notes on Journal and public reaction.
Congressional and military leaders clash over postwar plans as General Eisenhower addresses critics. Calls for disciplined demobilization, expanded Marine Corps, and replacement forces rise amid debate on duties, occupancy, and veterans’ reintegration.
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