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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1945
Page
3
The passage reflects on a postwar conviction that this is God's world with right over wrong, love over hate, and rising justice, intelligence, and peace. It speaks of universal divine oversight guiding prosperity, work, and even sin toward ultimate good, crediting battles on land sea and air for the victory of good over evil.
The article reviews Molotov’s impact at the San Francisco Conference, noting his influence on committee changes, the Polish issue, and Russia’s support in the Assembly. It highlights key debates on regional security, the Big Five’s veto power, the Little Forty-Two’s representation, and the global shift toward international law over force. A French delegate emphasizes that San Francisco marks a future road to peace, despite drawbacks.
The Seventh War Loan campaign begins as Americans are urged to meet the largest quota yet. Rensselaer County must sell 2,870,000 dollars in E Bonds, with high school students leading sales via classmates as contest contenders for scholarships. The aim is to fund the war against Japan and prevent inflation by investing idle funds.
A religious editorial argues humanity’s healing requires spiritual and physical restoration to counter Nazism. It cites Calvary and Easter as the remedy, warning that without a spiritual change in conquerors, political systems fail to heal society.
The partial reconversion plan under War Mobilization Director Fred M. Vinson shows early gains such as ending the brownout and increasing soon gasoline rations and civilian production of appliances. Recovery will take weeks or months and Japan will demand a tougher, prolonged war. the nation now seeks to convert plants from war to peacetime use while maintaining wartime strengths.
The report notes confidence in victory as plans are made to begin partial reconversion of industry to civilian production while the enemy speaks of triumph.
The piece argues the United Nations must punish German militarists and Nazis to deter future crimes and prevent rearmament. It calls for resolving leadership by prosecuting the General Staff as an organization and aims at execution for the worst offenders, banishment for others, and inclusion of families to prevent a new generation of threats.
Queen Wilhelmina of Holland and two European monarchs went home to receive a welcome. The event marked a notable return of royal figures amid mounting cheers and formal receptions.
A cautious advisory urges motorists not to exceed 35 miles per hour as authorities note there is little rush to reach destinations these days and no flood to fear, reflecting a measured tempo and safety mindset.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer urges unity after Europe’s victory. Eisenhower's victory order stresses that all citizens, in uniform or civilian life, share in the triumph and that boasting or credit for separate nations or services should be avoided. The message, echoed by Secretary Stimson, calls for keeping focus on the common good and honoring fallen comrades.
The Rochester Times Union reports on postwar Dutch royal matters. Politicians press Queen Wilhelmina to stay during occupation and Belgian leaders urge King Leopold to follow government into exile. The 1946 debate centers on whether rulers should resist or flee.
The letter from NORIENE MARTIN DUBY in Troy laments a hoped for peace after World War II. It praises returning loved ones and condemns continued suffering in Europe, concentration camps, and for families with gold star members. It urges ongoing support, prayers, and vigilance until a lasting peace eliminates future drafts and war threats.
Washington readers are reminded of Admiral Leahy's 1937 proposal to quarantine Japan in alliance with Britain and the League Nine-Power Pact. The plan urged naval diversion to Singapore and the Philippines, cutting off war materiel to Japan. Critics and isolationist press later undermined moves, delaying a potential effective blockade until after Pearl Harbor.
The Record ridicules British leaders and Lord Hew-Haw while praising American humor as a safeguard against propaganda. It contrasts German propaganda with Allied revelations of German atrocities, noting a shift in perception after Germany’s invasion. Continued on Page Ten.
The article argues for regional systems under a world peace organization bypassing broad veto power. It notes the Inter American region could receive delegated authority while European affairs face similar limits. Major powers’ vetoes on the Security Council threaten progress, as France Italy and Russia shape the debate in San Francisco and lobby for constrained veto use to calm post Yalta tensions.
Frau Rommel, widow of Field Marshal Rommel, tells U S officers a new account claiming Nazi orders from Hitler murdered Rommel. She asserts he was forced to poison himself after generals entered his room near Ulm last October.
A fragment from a lecture lists common mispronunciations and phonetic hints for English words. It covers vowel swaps in Catcher and Wrestler, athlete versus athletic, and the silent or misheard a in Offeratory and preventative. The piece invites readers to request a free copy of similar guidance from Frank Coty.
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