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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1944
Page
4
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The President accepts Secretary of State Hull orderly retirement amid health issues. Edward R. Stettinius Jr. succeeds him, bringing proven ability to continue policy as Hull's advisory role ends. The nation honors Hull for character and service as it prepares for a stable peace after the war.
The National War Labor Board refused the union’s demand for a straight 27 cents hourly raise, but granted incidental raises including four cents for second shifts and six for third shifts. The decision aims to eliminate wage inequities and allow severance pay, while warning of inflation and broader wage pressures across industries.
The Troy Record opposes large wage increases during wartime, arguing inflation can only be curbed by controlling all price factors including wages. It cites the Ware Labor Board and criticizes unions for demanding raises, calling the Little Steel formula unbent and urging restraint to avoid greater inflation and deflation.
The President signals an end to lend lease with victory as Allied economies face postwar needs. France Britain and Russia loom as demanding borrowers raising questions of US capacity to fund reconstruction and whether American investors will buy overseas securities aligned with divergent ideologies. Lend lease has been a crucial wartime aid, but the nation cannot bear this burden indefinitely.
The French Foreign Minister George Bidault told the French Consultative Assembly that France would not join a Western European bloc. He argued Europe cannot be rebuilt without recognizing the Soviet Union’s role and sacrifices, reflecting France’s mixed political coalition view including the Communists.
The record notes Bidault's conciliatory steps toward Russia and a Moscow broadcast attributed to Premier Stalin urging respect between Russia and Poland to erase war. Stalin adds Poland should seek Western allies Britain France and the United States. Observers doubt the gestures until events confirm intent.
Debate highlights Senator Barkley and Senator Pepper concerns as New Dealers oppose an amendment to restrict Interior Department from building transmission lines for three years post dam completion. The plan would let private firms bid for power, while regulators and public interest groups seek safeguards and fair rates.
The Surgeon General's office and partners urge women aged 18 to 56 to enroll for nurse duty or training as wartime shortages grow. The Army needs about 40 000 more nurses beyond its 13 000, with civilian hospital staff redeployed to wounded care and trainees replacing veterans. Backed by the Red Cross, this appeal spotlights women supporting servicemen at the front through hospital service.
A Troy reader criticizes the Hoover era economy, arguing banks flooded markets with risky loans, caused the 1929 crash, and led to widespread hardship. The letter, signed by Richard G. Phelan from Troy, condemns private banking failures and calls for monetary stability.
A Washington column criticizes realpolitik arguing that expediency, not ethics, has fueled aggression from Hitler to Manchuria. It cites League of Nations failures, warns against two-tier security plans, and urges steadfast, universal cooperation over leverage here and abroad.
Washington-Merry-Go-Round reveals Chiang Kai-shek s cabinet overhaul followed pressure over cooperation with Communist and Agrarian armies. The United States pressed for coordination between rival Chinese factions as General Stilwell left command and Chiang sought a unified strategy against Japan.
Westbrook Pegler critiques President Roosevelt's October 28 speech, alleging deception about ammunition, rationing, and war production shortfalls. The piece cites statements from J. A. Krug and Anna Rosenberg, accuses officials of masking shortages, and questions political motives behind wartime messaging.
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