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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1949
Page
5
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The piece argues Russians pivot from Europe to Asia, seeking to loosen Western hold in Asia while defending against BOOM in Europe. It cites Dulles and Acheson warning that Europe seems secure but Asia remains volatile, with Japan China and Korea key fronts.
Dr. Compton defends the Atomic Energy Commission and its chair Lilienthal, arguing scientists' defense stems from vested interest and status. The piece weighs executive resistance, secrecy, and the push for budget cuts, noting Senator Tydings and Truman's possible gambits amid partisan balance.
The speaker argues that Congress bears ultimate responsibility for the nation's economy, insisting the Constitution vests the power of the purse in Congress. He urges critical supervision of spending for nonessential purposes in the interest of the people and economic safety.
Secretary Acheson and Secretary Dulles say Russia is on the defensive in Europe while Washington notes counter moves. American delegates return from Paris with cautious reservations about Paris outcomes. In Asia and the East, Russians are not defensive and Western powers watch new maneuvers in the Communist belt. The public is urged to recognize limits on the new defensive posture amid evolving global tensions.
President Truman backs Hoover’s postmaster reform to remove politics from appointments, but critics say civil service exams are manipulated by party influence. In Troy and nationwide, candidates face a two tier test, with education and personality weighted, then party alignments color final picks for top three.
The Providence Bulletin argues the church state fight in Czechoslovakia is clearer than in Hungary. Archbishop Beran embodies pragmatic defense of religious freedom against Marxist domination, insisting no state church interference while noting no real compromise with the communist state. The piece cites Benes and Masaryk as precedents for secular harmony.
The steel dispute illustrates a broader shift in labor talks as pensions and fringe benefits rise in importance. United States Steel clashes with United Steel Workers over pensions while negotiating only on pay and insurance. The issue may reach the Supreme Court as unions consider unfair labor practice charges if a strike ensues.
In Waterford and surrounding exchanges, readers recall the old central office era and the personal touch of operators. The letter laments the shift to dial service, noting memories of friendly greetings, remembered numbers, and the now-fading habit of asking for party lines and the familiar sound of operator assistance.
A wide-ranging piece discusses early war strategy and the shifting balance of power. It cites Fort Benning and Eglin reveals, notes Roosevelt’s morale impact, and includes quotes on Soviet industrials and U S military optimism about long conflict readiness.
Dr Edward A Condon head of the Bureau of Standards writes to J Edgar Hoover seeking a careful, thorough investigation of alleged misuses of FBI materials involving his wife in a court case. He withdraws a demand for an apology but urges accountability and accuracy in official reports amid political tensions and public scrutiny.
A column explains the stormy petrel as a seabird seen near breeding grounds and a harbinger of storms, notes its alternative name Mother Carey's chickens, and traces phrases like Davy Jones's locker and Chinaman's chance to historic roots, with a call to request Mr Colby’s list of common English words.
The Conservative Party outlined a stronger empire defense and trade policy to prevent Britain from becoming a third class power if the empire collapses. It proposes a Commonwealth defense council, a combined imperial defence plan, and empire oriented trade to unify colonies and the home nation.
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