Troy Record Ad Rates and Staff Listings
The Troy Record, an independent newspaper founded in 1806, lists editors, officers, and subscription terms. Rates for in state and out of state mail are detailed, with annual, six month, and monthly options, plus a note on extra charges for Troy routes and foreign countries. The paper is a member of the Associated Press and reports a daily average circulation of 51,644 for September 1967.
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Kennedy Commission Seeks Unified Federal Budget System
The Kennedy Commission led by David M. Kennedy urges replacing the three main federal budget statements with a single unified budget summary. This would reduce confusion, define terms clearly, and help Congress assess impact on the economy and future spending. The report also calls for more frequent budget updates and broader public communication.
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David M. Kennedy
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Washington Ties Arms Sales to Latin Reform Amid Jet Controversy
The United States faces criticism for allowing supersonic Mirage V fighter jets to be sold to Argentina, Venezuela and Brazil, with Peru already buying from France. The move risks fueling an arms race, diverting funds from social reform, and complicating U.S. restraint efforts in Latin America. France’s involvement pressed Washington to concede, heightening tension and raising questions about aid and defense priorities in the region.
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Mississippi civil rights killings verdict marks landmark step
A Mississippi jury found seven men guilty in the 1964 killing of three civil rights workers. Federal Judge Cox jailed two defendants for bombing threats during deliberations. Eight acquitted, three mistrials. new trials set. The decision is hailed as a potential turning point toward equal justice under law.
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W. Harold Cox
Cecil Price
Alton W. Roberts
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Frightened by the surge of crime in America
A national crisis is described as crime reaches flood stage across cities. The piece links prosperity, urban growth, and weakened home supervision to rising 15 to 17 year old offenders, urging stronger policing, rehabilitation, prevention, and counseling to avert further disaster.
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Firemen Pay Raise Sparks Musicians Backlash in Troy
In Troy a union firemen’s drive for higher pay drew broad support including Troy Musicians Inc. which funds free music for schools and civic events and matches park concert costs. At a UFBA bazaar the music chair ordered cheapest music and ignored local musicians, prompting critique from an elderly trumpeter who notes the majority of UFBA members back the musicians.
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Soviets Ahead Capsule Venus Probe Raises US Space Doubts
Kenneth E. Bress critiques US spending on the Viet War and military tech while noting Soviet advances from Sputnik I to a Venus capsule. He questions the cost of war versus scientific progress and laments youth losses, urging reflection on national priorities.
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Kenneth E. Bress
Economy of Finland relies on trees for exports
In a Q and A style snippet a reader asks if any country's economy depends entirely on trees. The response notes Finland's woodworking and paper and pulp products dominate exports at about 70 percent.
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James Polk
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Antietam
Davy Jones Draft Controversy Sparks Youth Support
A letter from C W Rensselaer County defends Davy Jones of the Monkees as a national figure who will be drafted. The writer argues grownups criticize long hair while young fans back Jones and predict he would face conscription regardless of citizenship or England ties.
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Washington Insight on 1968 Election Mystery
Washington politics remains a puzzle as seasoned operatives like Nixon and O'Brien guide campaigns. Senators governors and congressmen focus on local matters while parties grope toward the 1968 presidential race amid general blindness and widespread uncertainty.
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Washington
Richard Nixon
Lawrence O'Brien
A Thought For Today on City Size and Growth
The piece ponders how large a city can grow before becoming unwieldy. It notes rising urban populations strain services, policing, and housing, citing Harlem and Tokyo as examples. It argues for a viable, centralized solution beyond funds or multiple housing, claiming the problem must be solved.
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United States
Tokyo
Republicans prepare fresh challenge on Vietnam inflation
The piece argues that Republicans in 1952 style tactics will frame Vietnam and inflation as the Democrats’ failings. It notes Thurston Morton and Melvin Laird shifting from White House lines, while Nixon stands apart as experienced. It recalls 1948 era rhetoric and warns the electorate may seek beyond party memory as Washington echoes T. S. Eliot.
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Denture issues addressed by dental surgery and implants
Advisory on denture retention cites bite harmony and border adaptation, warns against adhesives, and outlines surgical options. Discusses ridge atrophy, new implants including magnets and posts, and improved techniques. Recommends fixed bridge or removal partial denture as interim solution.
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