Roosevelt Reelected Prompts Hope of Balanced Leadership
The Troy Record editorial argues Roosevelt’s reelection affirms his leadership and warns against partisan overreach. It notes Dewey’s strong campaign and Republican restraint, praises Roosevelt’s potential to unite a divided nation, and urges the president to govern beyond party lines for a productive final term.
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Sany Ameri
Dewey
Wits
Admissigihods Af 5Tration
New Deal
Roosevelt
Rooseveltt
Troy
War analyst Mackenzie on Hitler seeks delay and immunity
Dewitt Mackenzie argues Hitler wants to delay defeat and would surrender if promised immunity for himself and his followers. He notes long debate over offering terms short of unconditional surrender to end the war quickly and prevent future German aggression.
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Dewitt Mackenzie
Associated Press
Hiller
Dar’ Mackenzie
Azil
Germany
Hitler
Mackenzie
Herr Goebels
United Nations
Unconditional demand ends compromise in quest for peace
The text asserts that there can be no compromise or barter, no promises, only a complete and unconditional victory to secure peace. It emphasizes that peace must be bought at a staggering cost with nothing given or implied that could阻et the end goal.
Rensselaer County elects incumbents in quiet vote
In Rensselaer County the candidates for county office were reelected handily, as voters preferred proven leadership. Hastings Hudson Finch and the four current coroners will serve another term, while Governor Dewey carried the county by a substantial margin amid low Republican turnout and a composed, satisfied electorate.
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Rensselaer
Hastings
Hudson
Finch
Dewey
Atturc
Rensselaer County
Wagner Wins Senate Vote Over Curran In State
The piece assesses the New York Senate race results with Senator Wagner winning re election over Thomas J Curran. It credits Wagner with labor support and social reform efforts while noting Curran lacked an equivalent record or credible proof of performance beyond promises. Dewey is cited as aiding Curran. Wagner is praised for his public service and popularity across the state.
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Thomas J. Curran
United States Senate
Wagner
Jong Service
Washington
Mists
Curran
Organized Labor
Dewey
Agai
House of Representatives
House
Senate
P. AC
York City
Congressimen
Mr Ickes and the Indians
Southeast Alaska residents protest petitions to create Indian reservations that would bar development of key lands and resources. Windham people denounce returning land to Indians, citing Shuck River gold discoveries Spee River power forests salmon and fisheries Tracy Arm wildlife and scenery as valuable assets at risk.
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Alaska
Secretary of the Interior
Chamber of Commerce
Ketchikan
Windfam
Ketchik Alaska Chronicle
Shuck River
Spee
Tracy Arm
Windham
Alaska’s land debate spurs backlash over Indian reservations
The document rails against granting vast acres in southeastern Alaska to Indian citizens, arguing such action would hinder development of a rich region and harm Indians by keeping them segregated. It warns that preserving reservations promotes cultural stagnation, prejudice, and economic damage, urging continued integration.
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Ickes
Alaska
Bolvhera
Inevitable Reelection of Dean P. Taylor to Congress
A historical notice extols Dean P. Taylor for his constituency service and district advantages, arguing his renomination was assured by voter demand for a primary challenge and his proven leadership. It notes his independent judgments in Washington, and predicts influence as an experienced representative. The piece closes with unrelated satirical remarks about a refrigerator find, a battleship tale, and Mrs. Roosevelt.
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Dean P. Taylor
Congress
New York
South Carolina
Taylor
Faylor
Washington
Marvels of medical care in world war reported by surgeons
The Association of Military Surgeons details dramatic advances in military medicine. Navy casualties at Normandy show 99 of 100 recovery rate, Saipan operating room fatalities under 4 percent, and total Navy deaths at 23 percent versus 8 in World War I. Army hospitals report 32 000 recoveries weekly through Operation reconditioning. Plasma and sera drugs curb shock and infection. tetanus nearly eradicated. Doctors, nurses, technicians, and troops receive national praise for competency and courage.
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S&t
Science
Althoush
Association of
Military Surgeons
Navy
Normandy
Saipan
Durty
Public letters seek fair treatment and clarifications
Readers ask about anonymity in columns and the right to publish signed or unsigned letters. They raise issues on sugar distribution, maternity care for service wives, and government tax refunds, plus a query on George Arliss still living in England.
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Record
The
Red Cross
Political impact of Roosevelt reelection on Congress
Foreign observers see Roosevelt likely reelected but Congress’s composition could swing. Republicans gain in the House and Senate is expected, shaping a two party balance and possible checks on New Deal. The effect on ratifying a new league of nations depends on two thirds in both houses.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
New York City
Mr Roosevelt
House of Representatives
Senate
League of Nations
House
Consgrese
Politica
Glass Family Feud Deepens Over Roosevelt Support in Senate
Washington notes a public clash within Senator Carter Glass's Virginia family as Powell Glass attacks Justice Byrnes and questions his father's stance on a fourth Roosevelt term. The dispute follows Glass's reported telephon e rejection of pro-Roosevelt statements and hints at an inherited fortune and political leverage. Meanwhile a separate India dispatch reviews General Stilwell's challenges in China and Burma, citing Indian troops, independence promises, and Cripps mission controversy as key factors shaping allied strategy.
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Washington
Senate
Powell Glass
Carter Glass
Virginia
Justice Byrnes A.ar
White House
Glass
Mary Leo Meade
Roosevelt
Ate
Ben” Barkley
Lynchburg
Mrs. Glass
Roanoke
Harry Byrd
Rixey Smith
Riley Smith
Justice Byrnes
Byrnes
Powell
Stilwell
India
General Stilwell
John P. Davies
State Department
Buruza
William Phillips
Phillips
F. DH. RK
London
Davies
Stibwell
Stirwell
China
Burma
Brayies
Chiticss Sritisu
Lord Mountbatten
Manchuria
United Nations
Stamford Cripps
Louis Johnson
U.S
Cripps
Daving
Britain
Roosevelt Attacks Al Smith in Massachusetts Appeal
In a late campaign stand Roosevelt accuses Al Smith of compromising with Communists and Nazis, while defending himself from religious and racial hate. The piece notes Smith’s distance from Roosevelt and hints at political fallout tied to Hillman and Hillman’s PAC. Continued on Page Fifteen.
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Ring Features Syndicate
New York
Roosevelt
al. Smith
Massachusetts
Boston
Hilman
Browder
Common- Smith
Smith
Roosevelt Corps
Hig Peme
Supreme Court
Hugo Bleck
Ku. Blos Klan
Siiman
Tie Communist Organization
Tom Dewey
Hillman
Lithuania
Hyde Park
Dewey
Owasso
Mich
Political Action Committee
Hate
Hin
Understanding the carrousel term and its origins
Readers query the phrase the children's carrousel and the word carousal. The note explains carousal as a drinking bout from German origins, carrousel a French term for a pageant, and carrousel describing a merry go round. It also touches Louvre pronunciation and promotes a military word pamphlet for servicemen.
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Carouss
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