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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1945
Page
7
A Washington article argues German education should restore non Nazi texts for the next generation. It warns against propagandistic material and urges scrutiny of pre Nazi books while noting American copies in New York libraries. It stresses education as essential to progress and world peace.
The text argues hobbies can become lifelong habits and even steer careers. It cites a college graduate choosing public service as a hobby, starting in a minor post, gaining local fame, and moving to broader roles. It notes Princeton’s endowed politics school aimed to train young elites for honest practical politics.
An optimistic column envisions postwar auto production resuming July 2 with limited initial output of 200 000 vehicles the rest of this year and 2 000 000 in 1946. It notes rationing, price ceilings by the OPA, wage pressures, and war plants shifting to civilian car production to aid recovery and employment.
Representative Mike Monroney of Oklahoma suggests replacing the Secretary of State with the Speaker of the House as third in line for presidential succession. He argues it would be more democratic since the Speaker is chosen by both voters and Congress, though he warns the plan has flaws.
The passage argues that the President and Vice President share a party principle while Cabinet members like the Secretary of State represent that principle, and notes the Speaker of the House often does not. It claims continuity via the Secretary of State and opposes changing ancient laws, suggesting no sentiment for change and presenting prevent succession as a rationale already supported by Congress.
A wartime column discusses U boats as pirates of the sea, their impact on civilian shipping, and the shift in maritime warfare. It notes Allied success in bombing submarine plants, surrender of remaining boats, and calls for no future need of such vessels. It closes with reflections on war bonds and a mocking jab at Goering.
Education leaders from Newark note a national push for trained public health educators as part of a community health council model. They cite uniforms in health programs, the shortage of trained staff, and hopeful expansion aided by state and federal funds and private foundations.
A letter to The Record condemns legislators pay raises while alleging kickbacks and patronage. The writer cites a grand jury report, Governor Dewey, and partisan tension as evidence of corruption and questions if higher pay would buy accountability. The piece contrasts royal pomp with local patriotism, ending with a view favoring local cadet parades.
The American delegation seeks a regional defense framework to restore collective security after Yalta. Russia insists export alliances outside UN charters, while Latin America presses to keep Chapultepec provisions. Molotov hints treaties are feasible among powers.
A vivid reminiscence of journalists departing San Francisco for the United Nations conference and West Coast postwar outlook. The writer notes crowded press delegations, diverse groups, and a California Daylight train trip with colorful passenger details and child welfare mentions. The piece blends humor and reportage while touching on postwar unemployment and diplomatic tensions.
The State Department wrestles with Patrick J. Hurley as ambassador to China, seeking to unite Chinese factions while Stalin in Moscow and Chiang Kai-shek in Nanjing threaten to reframe East Asia policy. Hurley’s talks with Stalin, Harriman’s reaction, and a misreported telegram stoke tensions alongside concerns over a costly bracelet gift from a Chinese envoy.
Readers debate why won't is contraction of will not and how women retained a short I sound from wimmen. Explanations trace Old English wifman origin, plural forms, and later shifts to woman and wonmen. A note offers a French pronunciation pamphlet by mail.
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