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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1949
Page
5
President Truman pushes for a four billion dollar tax increase and authority to impose inflation controls as Berlin blockades ease. Analysts say the tone hides inflationary ambitions with social spending and public works, while Congress debates economy measures and trimmed spending.
The piece argues that proper repairs can make the White House as durable as new construction and cost far less than proposed appropriations. It contends that some prefer profitable contractor work over lasting, economical improvements and warns that the administration’s approach risks continued waste and corruption, urging firm cost control and competent repairs.
The Western Allies approve a German basic law seen as a step toward a recognized democracy. The document sets a federal structure with strong civil liberties, while delaying full sovereignty and leaving crucial powers to international institutions. It serves as a gauge of Russia's willingness to cooperate ahead of the Paris Foreign Ministers meeting in a week.
Mutual distrust grows as East West clashes over a blockade stall diplomacy. Western demands to remove barriers intensify pressure while Russia and Allies blame each other for delays. Observers warn miscommunications threaten prospects for easing severities and sustaining trade and contact lines.
The President denies plans to purge Congress and faces backlash from Senator Byrd's critics. The piece warns that Roosevelt's defeated senators were reelected, questions executive overreach, and portrays Truman's Fight for a modern welfare state as a push toward planned economy and possible dictatorship.
Amid debate over preserving the White House, a prominent archivist argues that restoring the current building could cost far less than rebuilding. The discussion weighs national heritage against rising repair estimates and potential dispersal of the historic edifice.
Walter Reuther stands firm in current negotiations with Ford Motor Co over strike issues. He centers on speedup and union control of plant operations, signaling arbitration if talks fail. The piece notes internal union dissension and pressure on Reuther to settle quickly to avoid prolonged conflict.
A reader column from The Record describes how letters to the Pulse of the People can be unsigned to preserve anonymity, but signed letters or those with addresses will be published. It also answers queries on Ausable Chasm season dates, Brooklyn Bridge length, swimming lessons, Troy police conduct, and marriage license procedures including blood tests, parental consent, in-person applications, and required documentation.
Washington debates Berlin blockade talks and postwar settlement as Secretary Acheson weighs options with Russia. The piece notes past Teheran Potsdam missteps and the push for a balanced approach not aiding Soviet world revolution. It also covers calls for a broad labor inquiry amid Taft Hartley era tensions and rising unemployment.
Washington column notes politicos fear Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. may run. crowds heckle and question him in Manhattan. Also details General Lucius Clay’s forced retirement under Truman amid I G Farben cartel concerns and cabinet-level debates over postwar Germany policy.
Readers argue over Reverend as a title, conduit pronunciation, tawny meaning tan, and októpus versus OK-toh-pus. A pointed aside to Frank Sinatra and notes on the word afternoon, sith, and the two correct uses of thou how and when to teach them.
Senator McCarran proposed blocking student aid from the Atomic Energy Commission unless communists are barred from its science study programs. He cited disclosures that some funded students lack loyalty screenings, while the AE Commission argued that clearance should not extend to non-secret fields. The dispute centers on whether government funds may support education involving potential political affiliations.
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