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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1943
Page
10
In harsh days of 1940 and 1941 the writer argues Germany can be beaten but not yet. Teutons rebuild quickly, making a protracted war likely. Wishful thinking won't win, and realism requires preparedness for a hard, bloody struggle, with celebration only if a divine surprise shortens it.
In his first Allied interview Marshal Pietro Badoglio pledges a democratic government excluding former Fascist leaders. He discusses Mussolini’s fall last July, the risk of a Communist upheaval, and the need for orderly postwar transition with Allied cooperation. The piece notes American hopes for stability in Central Europe and questions about monarchical continuity under the House of Savoy. The article also hints at pursuing Fascist leaders like Ciano as police routine.
The column warns of Nazi peace overtures in November and notes Allied reception will be icy. It mocks wartime shortages and social shifts including housewives entering war plants, comments on Joe Louis memorabilia, and dismisses German threats while praising American resilience amid Soviet advances.
Washington column notes Justice Bill Douglas joked with Cox about stepping down but refused. With Congress stakes high and criticism mounting, Cox yielded and a deal to drop the Justice Department case was floated. Public opinion remains hostile to the department, risking the agreement. Will Rogers Jr cites a military communiqué quip.
Framed as a humorous court anecdote, Dr. Morris Fishbein jokes with AMA attorneys about lip readers listening to Justices’ exchanges during appellate arguments. The gag stalls as two lip readers report scant audible content, quipping that Justice Douglas told Justice Reed Felix will keep his trap shut.
A long wait near drive end gave way to strong giving as Rensselaer County surpassed its third war loan quota. Troy led with the largest such push yet, reflecting rising individual responsibility for wartime financing. The total surpassed 16 million dollars, with more requests expected in the new administration.
An obscure speech by Undersecretary Patterson to a United Automobile Workers convention warns of war weariness slowing production and morale. The speaker critiques political attitudes toward manpower, aviation, and civilian divisions while stressing Allied movement, bombing limits, and potential German and Japanese resistance.
The article details a worsening coal shortage with production lagging in anthracite and bituminous grades, household fuel supplies thinning, and widespread hardship expected. It cites government comments on the wage fight between miners and operators, noting escalated tension, threats to strike, and the potential national security implications under President's authority.
Corsica is freed after Bastia’s fall in the north, marking the island’s capture by Free Forces. Reports describe a hard‑fought campaign, with Corsicans previously under enemy control now restored to freedom, and praise the effort as a significant step in the Mediterranean theater. The local population is portrayed as eager to reclaim autonomy after years of occupation.
A reader letters page discusses preserving anonymity in publications and questions about dependents allotments for service members. An editor response outlines that anonymous contributions can be published, while unsigned items may not be printed. Additional questions cover social security retirement and survivor benefits, including eligibility ages and dependent children and spouses.
A Montreal commentary argues that while German advances toward Russia and the Caucasus secured some military ground, the scorched earth policy and wartime disruptions destroyed the USSR’s supply of raw materials. Sugar beets, ore, and manganese diminished, leaving Germany unable to reap expected economic gains.
Halifax workers unload vital war freight after a strike by civilian freight handlers on the Halifax waterfront. More than 44 laborers quit when wage requests were rejected by the National War Labor Board, slowing shipments and prompting military personnel to assist.
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