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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1943
Page
9
United Nations relief officials reveal a plan to shape a mass postwar migration, offering war weary people the right to choose their residence. Degan hints at final armistice terms as poland and France potential destinations are discussed in the paper.
UNRRA official J Liewellin said relief program does not cover India famine. India League of America pressed for aid. debates over refugees, displaced peoples, and possible transfer homeward for enemy nationals. Delegates debated who should receive aid, with final consensus allowing government accept or refuse immigrant relief.
Eisenhower defended General Patton in a continuation of the Patton case, noting Patton’s loyalty and usefulness in command. He said Patton faced private censure rather than formal punishment and highlighted applause for Patton at public appearances, while the Army Journal praised Patton’s resolve during the Sicily campaign.
In the Gomel region the Red Army advanced toward Juravich and Davidovka while another force neared Zhiobin. The Kiev bulge saw renewed fighting as Vatutin and Rokossovsky pressed counterattacks, with German resistance described as hindered by mud and weather. The German claim noted a 100 mile front north of Gomel and heavy casualties, prisoners, and material losses.
Berlin raids hit canais area and Cherbourg targets as November shapes up as one of the war’s heaviest attack months. Brig. Gen. Robert F. Travis led bomber groups while Capt. Jacob R. Jones piloted a Fortress. He described rough flak and plentiful but less determined German fighters. Total Allied losses climbed to 39 aircraft, with 29 heavy bombers and five fighters missing, plus light and medium bombers from the attacking force. Airmen said yesterday’s force surpassed the Wilhelmshaven armada on Nov 3.
The article argues for strict discipline across the democratic army, demanding instant relief for officers undermining order. It cites General Patton and General Pershing, noting past practice of withdrawing divisions to rest stations to avoid fatigue and mental strain.
Col Merritt Edson, chief of staff to Maj Gen Julian Smith, calls Tarawa the fiercest test in Marine Corps history. Observers note brutal shore assault, heavy Japanese fortifications, and heroic Marine resilience amid raging battles on Betio Island. Casualties and exact numbers are uncertain as Marines press to secure the airstrip and repel persistent Japanese defense.
Zurich reports indicate chalked slogans amid Berlin ruins where crowds chant Fuehrer we thank you, reflecting a defiant mood as the old Nazi rally cry appears again in bars and streets after bombardment.
Johnsonville residents mark a holiday weekend with family visits in Ballstan Spa and South Cambridge. Students in Mrs Ear Johnston's class enjoy a Thanksgiving party as homes host relatives including the Frisbie, Wilson, Sweet, Bennett and Getty families for the holiday.
Readable fragments recount the 1925 disappearance of Col H P Fawcett in Brazil’s Xingu region. A Brazilian colonel claims to have recovered Fawcett’s British compass and a Government book of quotations, renewing questions about his fate. The tale spans expeditions, legends, and a possible bearded white man in the jungle.
Cubs at Lansingburg held an investiture service at First Presbyterian Church with 11 new members. Awards included gold and silver arrows, service pins, and wolf badges for Daniel Conerty Marsden, Robert Carpenter, Thomas Cores, William Elder, Laurence Jensen, Robert Schott, Robert Hodgkins, and John Becklo. Exhibits and films followed. Westminster Church members to be honored next day at a victory flag dedication.
The Jewish Welfare Board USO Council in Troy will hold a citywide meeting Monday at 8:15 in the Jewish Community Center to hear Rabbi Nathan Witkin, former Caribbean Area USO director, discuss Army and Nazi activities overseas and service to troops. гостей
Two American Army sergeants from New York City trapped leaders of a large narcotic ring in Casablanca. They posed as underworld figures and uncovered 12000 tubes of morphine stolen from the U.S. Army. Six men and three women of Spanish or French nationality were arrested for selling 312 tubes. the remainder were recovered when seized by French police. The Americans were fed up with a large payment by the ALMY CID and planned to prosecute. the suspects face long prison terms.
Gouvernor Charles Edison names Arthur Walsh of South Orange to fill the late W Warren Barbour's seat in the United States Senate. Walsh, 47, a Democrat and executive vice president of Thomas A Edison Inc, will serve the unexpired term until next November's election. Walsh has long been an Edison family ally and was involved in the governor's campaign. He is a Port Authority of New York member and former Federal Housing Administration administrator.
German news agency dispatch from Rome reports Cardinal Cremonesi dead at age seventy. He served as papal chamberlain and trusted secretary to the pope, overseeing education and administration, elevated to cardinal by Pope Pius III in December 1335, with decades spent supervising Catholic propaganda and organizational activities.
An automobile owned by William L. Sharp of Greenwee and driven by him and his wife was destroyed by a fire following an explosion under the hood. The Melrose fire department responded to the call. The loss was partially covered by insurance. The fire occurred near Melrose.
The Free Dom News Service reports five German officers were executed after a confrontation at the Copenhagen artillery barracks where German troops refused to be deployed to the Russian front. Gunfire and patrol clashes followed with German sentries and guards.
Leonard Hospitl reports a brake wagon accident on Cahoes Street where Cliford Pre, 43 Ford Avenue, Troy, was injured after a collision with a car. Robert Kennec of 184 Man Street Cohoes drove the wagon. he was questioned by police and hospitalized with neck and head injuries after the crash near 296 Santega Street Cahoes.
A farewell party was held in St Josephs Hall for Dorothy Reed a City Hall clerk who will leave Dec 1 for Eugene Oregon. Guests presented her a purse and gifts as more than 15 attendees celebrated with refreshments dancing and songs along with a large bridal cake centerpiece.
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