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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1949
Page
5
The United States Chief Forester highlights shrinking forest lands since records began and warns that private practices threaten timber supplies and watershed quality. A federal state plan is urged to curb destruction and ensure steady production, securing forests and watersheds for future needs.
A commentary denounces the Truman inauguration as a circus like spectacle driven by Melvin Hildreth. It notes Hildreth’s circus background and contrasts past spontaneous inaugurations by Roosevelt and Jackson with the deliberate showmanship now shaping the ceremony.
Economists warn against President Truman’s proposal for government to enter steel production. Dr. Edwin C. Nourse argues government ownership would exceed economic controls and risk private enterprise, urging Congress to brake any push for a government run steel industry.
The President urges Congress to grant new authority to reorganize the federal government to cut duplication and waste. He argues the move is nonpartisan and backed by Hoover’s recommendations, aiming for faster, simpler government amid a growing federal payroll and bureaus.
Federal Judge Medina presides over a New York trial of about forty eight Communists accused of seeking to overthrow government. The defense aims to turn the case into a circus with charges of police intimidation and rights abuses, while the court shows patience and restraint. The judge tolerates broad defense latitude and attacks on authorities, as extremists push propaganda and cross lines of plausibility.
The piece laments Communist tactics at a New York trial presided by Judge Medina and lauds the defense for upholding legal rights. It contrasts Communist methods with judicial restraint, criticizes alleged government duplicity, and mocks high wage politics while debating pensioners’ living standards.
The three Nordic states face a clash over alliance choices as Sweden clings to neutrality while Denmark and Norway lean toward the Atlantic pact. A compromise offering Scandinavian defense with Western ties could keep Sweden from becoming isolated and align Norway and Denmark with allies, shaping American policy in peace and war.
The Record publishes letters from readers urging frugal living and government restraint, criticizing New Deal spending and state welfare measures. Readers request addresses for public figures and health questions about coal, weights standards, and vice president whereabouts, with editors promising anonymity if signed.
Washington era intrique over State Department power clashes during Roosevelts era. Acheson and Hull divisions, Welles faction influence, and Berle’s envy color policy shifts and reorganizations. The piece notes the creation of the Public Information Officer post, Dickson chosen, to siphon data from executive departments without committee disclosure.
A Tennessee idea proposes President Truman record old favorites to raise funds for the Infantile Paralysis Fund. It cites Eleanor Roosevelt and Margaret Truman involvement, ASCAP head Fred Albert offers and notes inaugural entanglements. Also mentions Joe Martin seeking help for the Waltham watch company and trade concerns affecting New England industries.
Readers debate which French words and phrases have become acceptable in English usage. The column notes examples like debut ennuied rendezvous as verbs and discusses pronunciation and evolving standards in language, citing Webster and historical quotations.
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