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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1971
Page
14
The Troy Record announces Alton T. Sliter as president of the newspaper company. circulation figures show a daily average of 51,216 for September 1971. The paper is published by The Troy Record Co. at 501 Broadway, Troy NY, with morning editions daily except Sunday.
The Rensselaer County Board of Elections reports about 82,000 eligible voters, up nearly 10,000 from last year. Of those, roughly 7,000 are in the 18 to 21 age bracket, signaling growing youth political interest that may influence Election Day turnout and party strategies.
Education research staff of the Democratic minority in the Legislature issue a call to heed a report showing declines in reading and mathematics capabilities from 1986 to 1970. The Board of Regents already voiced concern that deficiencies are not being reduced. The piece urges corrective measures and flags rising costs not guaranteeing better education.
The writer argues the Baltimore Orioles hold stronger credentials than the Pittsburgh Pirates and should claim the title in four straight games. The piece notes Baltimore's 14 game winning streak and Brooks Robinson as key, contrasts Pittsburgh’s relief pitching, and mentions roughly eighteen thousand dollars per winning player versus thirteen thousand for losers.
The Senate pushes a six month withdrawal clause from Indochina in the arms bill, with conferees to decide compromise. Critics warn of logistical strains moving 40 000 troops monthly, ship and depot shortages, and risk of losing vast arms. Debates hinge on a political clash with Nixon’s de escalation pace.
Republican National Chairman Bob Dole says Nixon and Agnew likely return as the ticket and suggests keeping the second slot secret until after the Democratic convention in July. He notes possible rivals like Connally or Rockefeller while stressing unity and the themes of peace and prosperity.
Editorial response argues RPI students face discrimination in New York residency laws. It contends students who live off campus pay property and sales taxes and should have voting rights, despite not residing in dormitories. The letter challenges Record editorials and cites student housing tax facts to support eligibility.
Directory lists U S Senators Jacob Javits James Buckley with Senate addresses in Washington D C and Representatives Carleton King Samuel Stratton with House offices. New York state figures Douglas Hudson Walter Langley Ronald Stafford state senators and assemblymen Neil Kelleher Thomas Brown Fred Field Fred Droms Jr Clarence Lane Lawrence Corbett Jr listed with Albany Capitol contacts.
The publication will print letters bearing name and address, with names withheld if requested. The editors reserve the right to reject or shorten letters for publication.
Mrs Lydia King of Troy urges installation of a telephone on the Menands Bridge after witnessing an accident. She notes passing motorists must cross the bridge to call for help and argues phones on the span could save time and lives, suggesting Thruway-like access for stranded motorists.
Dear Dr Lamb discusses calomel dangers and the idea of cleansing the system as an obsolete fantasy. He urges a healthy diet and exercise, warns mercury poisoning risk, and explains that green stools do not indicate bile loss. He then explains how carbohydrates supply glucose and why low carbohydrate diets cause temporary water loss.
Washington Insight by Joseph Kraft analyzes Thieu's electoral mastery in Saigon, the strong security grip behind a 90 percent vote, and the gap between his regime’s success and a quick American exit. The piece argues Nixon must press Thieu to soften tactics or risk undermining withdrawal aims.
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