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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1943
Page
10
The piece argues fifteen non operating unions and five operating brotherhoods threaten a nationwide strike over wage demands. It blames Roosevelt's price and wage policy, calling for comprehensive wartime controls on prices, wages, and rents to prevent a broader economic crisis. It warns that failure to act could bring serious consequences.
The article denounces Mussolini on the twenty first anniversary of the March on Rome. It cites his Nazi alignment and a mocked rescue by paratroopers. Marshal Badoglio’s remarks are cited as exposing Mussolini’s push for war despite unprepared Italian forces.
The piece laments wartime limits on jams and jellies, noting jelly substitutes are scarce and butterless breakfasts threaten morale. It proposes a red point premium for waste fat recovered for the war effort to boost pantry stocks and preserve family eating.
The article questions the retirement of General Drum and Vice Admiral Andrews at age 64 from high commands. It notes Governor Dewey appointing Drum to lead the New York Guard and raises doubts that wartime needs justify retirement rules. It contrasts senior leaders like MacArthur and Stimson, arguing age-based retirement may be unsuitable in war time.
The piece notes political tensions within the regu lar Army and suggests that partisan dynamics may explain some recent retirements. It mentions officers ordered back to the United States for the Republican National Convention and implies politics pervade the organization.
The article notes Greek guerrillas fighting among themselves allowing German forces to gain local success in western Greece. It cites factional quarrels across Europe in Yugoslavia and France, blames both local leaders and great powers, especially Russia, for meddling. It warns against Balkan internecine war and urges cooperation among Americans, Brits, and Russians to resolve factions.
The piece cites General David M. Grant describing the grim realities airmen face in B 17 crew conditions. It contrasts their relentless strain and risk with home front complaints about taxes strikes and rationing, urging humility and resolve.
Readers urged to sign communications to The Record to preserve anonymity while proving good faith. A letter from J Bailey of Schenectady, Oct 20, 1943, criticizes wartime daylight saving as wasteful and questions its impact on production and daily life.
In the New York race for a Supreme Court seat two candidates draw scrutiny. Thomas A Aurelio faces disbarment and party repudiation over ties to Frankie Costello the slot machine racketeer. Matthew M Levy a labor lawyer linked to Browne Bioff amid union politics faces questions over duties and payments during Local 306 cases and Browne Bioff trials.
The account traces the Greek civil conflict to U S and British backing of King George II. It describes underground leaders and Greek cabinet debates in Cairo over monarchy versus republic, Churchill and Roosevelt pressures, and the forced exile of seven Greek guerrilla leaders to Greece.
A reader asks about the origin of the word profanity. The answer cites Latin fanum meaning temple and explains pro fane as before or outside a temple. It also discusses flak as anti aircraft fire from German Flieger abwehr kanone and notes adoption of the term by Allied forces.
Analysis argues for a constitutional change to require both houses to ratify peacetime treaties. It notes current U S practice favors Senate alone and that a House voice could reduce minority obstruction in foreign policy. The piece discusses history and need for timely treaty action.
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