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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1950
Page
4
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The piece critiques a three day Democratic event in Troy tied to the Jefferson Jubilee and federal tax rules, alleging shakedown tactics to fund the rally. It discusses beer tax fund manipulation, use of officials as partisan hosts, and questions legal boundaries. It also covers the Marcantonio race and calls for open candidate vetting to defeat him.
The piece recalls a parade ending with the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument presentation and the impressive Troy Savings Bank interior. It notes a busy schedule of evening events, Troy’s athletic reach with RPI, and a shift from nostalgia to recognizing Troy as a growing, vibrant population center.
The South Amboy disaster prompts a debate on preventable tragedies and emergency medical service coverage. Officials consider a holiday on‑call system to ensure doctors are available, while coast guard and safety lessons from Black Tom and Texas City are cited to argue for tighter restrictions on explosive storage and relocation of dangerous materials.
The Big Three policymakers in London reject a peace treaty or withdrawal of Allied troops from Germany while Russians remain. Western Germany will move closer to Western Europe with de nar tization, displaced persons handling, and foreign investments. Safeguards include keeping allied sovereignty limits and a prepared western Allied force to counter Russian influence.
The Record Newspapers say readers may sign letters to preserve anonymity but un signed letters will not be published. The paper reserves the right to edit and shorten all communications as needed.
A reader essay argues President Truman should tour Europe this fall or summer to boost Western support for the American peace program. The piece cites the Marshall Plan's success but contends a strong sales drive is needed, with Truman engaging crowds and visiting major European cities to counter Communist propaganda and drum up goodwill.
The Federal Reserve Board reported a May bulletin that higher output per worker has raised overall production without more jobs. Machinery upgrades and efficient management boosted averages, while rising population and more women and teens entering the workforce increased job seekers. The Fed notes married women now comprise more than half of women in the labor force, aiding demand for durable goods.
A whimsical column traces the origin of the toast and explains the Roquefort cheese legend. It covers medieval toast rituals, Skeat’s etymology notes from the London Tatler, and the proper French and American pronunciations of Roquefort. The piece ends with a request for readers to copy and send five cents for more vocabulary fun.
Washington reports a rising farm price trend challenges the Truman Brannan price plan. Hog and grain prices spur calls for freer markets while wage talks threaten higher consumer costs. A feud between Rep Rooney and CAB chair OConnell shows how politics shapes farm aid.
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