Troy Record circulation figures from May 1967
The Troy Record notes its daily average circulation for May 1967 at 51,654. The brief item lists production and distribution details, and references the Associated Press and morning bureau reporting.
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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1967
Page
5
The Troy Record notes its daily average circulation for May 1967 at 51,654. The brief item lists production and distribution details, and references the Associated Press and morning bureau reporting.
The City Beautification Committee, tied to the Greater Troy Chamber of Commerce, seeks broad participation from all Trojans. Emphasizing clean streets and neighborhood improvements, the piece notes existing local actions in Lansingburgh and Washington Park and calls for sustained cooperation from the community and media partners.
A commentary condemns the desecration at East Greenbush Rural Cemetery where 51 gravestones were broken and overturned. The piece argues the act shows deliberate depravity, calls for swift punishment, and urges authorities to uncover and deter such future vandalism.
The article argues the Middle East conflict between Israel and Arab states is intense and not a brush fire war. It notes Russia backs Arab forces with arms and training but unlikely direct involvement. It warns the United Nations remains powerless without unity among major nations to seek peace and prevent further death.
The Defense Department plans to streamline the National Guard and erase the 27th Division, a unit with roots in Troy and its surrounding towns. While elimination is foretold, the district remembers WWI and WWII battles, Civil War links, and the civilian army’s vital role in national defense.
A 5 to 4 Supreme Court decision against Proposition 14 fails to settle the open housing controversy. The piece critiques the majority’s reasoning, noting it supports state neutrality while enabling discrimination and cites Justice Harlan on equal protection. It contends the ruling frames neutrality as an official sanction for prejudice.
The Pulse of The People will publish only letters bearing names and addresses. The writer’s name may be withheld on request. The editor reserves the right to reject letters and to shorten them as needed.
William H. Rowe letters that Memorial Day parade in downtown Troy was brief and dull compared with Lansingburgh’s 21 minute parade. He questions why parades aren’t unified and criticizes local politicians over taxes and road concerns in Troy and Lansingburgh.
A reader laments employers firing or not hiring National Guard members, noting the conflict with service and the impact on families. The letter argues guardsmen protect the community and deserve job security for brief annual service.
A reader questions phrases and etymology in a humorous column. Patricia Squier asks about a French motto Honi soit qui mal y pense while Morris explains its origin with the Order of the Garter legend. J Everett Shoop connects scot free to taxes and Shakespeare before noting no link to Dred Scott. Margie Riefler asks about ib abbreviation for pound, and Morris explains Libra from Latin.
Q What city lies party in Europe and partly in Asia A Istanbul Turkey. Q Its spiritualism classed as a religion A Yes It began in 1848 in Hydesville NY. Q Who is the patron saint of astronomers A St Dominic.
Public health Q and A cover flea sources in homes with dogs and cellars, recommending insecticide sprays for baseboards and walls and DDT powder for pets. It also discusses bee, wasp, hornet venom desensitization, ulcer treatment basics, and eye protection with sunglasses year round.
Washington insiders report Joint Chiefs oppose a bombing pause fearing increased Communist arms flow into South Vietnam and a plunge in allied troop safety. They warn the White House and Pentagon face rising anxiety as 1968 nears while civilian aides press for expanding pacification and revolutionary development programs.
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