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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1946
Page
1
Greeks approved the return of King George I in a plebiscite, with official tallies showing a large majority for the monarchy. Reports from Athens and major cities indicated strong support, while unofficial counts suggested similar margins. deaths during the election period were noted.
Mexican President Camacho spoke to Congress in Mexico City calling for equality while warning of a troubling era where the strong dominate and the weak suffer. He announced his impending departure and named Miguel Alemán as his likely successor amid calls to reform and national unity.
A single-vehicle crash east of Fanta resulted in the death of 27 year old Vaaalien, a resident of Little Pally, who died when his vehicle collided head-on with another. Police and emergency crews responded to the scene. Further details were not released pending an official investigation.
Mixed scores and standings show Brooklyn and New York trading results in the National League with Pittsburgh strong in a 5 40 win. In the American League New York and Washington power past opponents as Boston and Philadelphia split. League action includes Chicago and Cincinnati in a tense Chicago match and late results from Wilkes Barre and Philadelphia.
Delegates speculated on the impact of Soviet Foreign Minister Molotovs likely return to Paris for the peace conference as the sixth week begins. Diplomats noted no formal sessions at Luxembourg Palace while Molotovs absence and possible brief return dominated informal discussions. British and Soviet observers weighed trade and territorial issues and the lineup for the conference council.
President James G Petrillo of the American Federation of Musicians ordered a nationwide stop work by musicians in chain hotels affecting about 8000 players. Similar orders went to all traveling bands in New York City. The action took effect at the end of playing hours tonight. Harry Sacher, attorney for Local 802, announced Petrillo’s sudden entry into the dispute.
General Douglas MacArthur urged Japan to use rebuilding as a springboard to democracy. He warned the struggle between democracy and communism would leave the nation vulnerable, and called for a spirit of freedom, law, and individual rights to guide Japan toward lasting peace and national strength.
Prague authorities yesterday detained Albert Coering, brother of Goering, as Prague police sent him to Pankrad prison to await trial on war crimes charges. The case centers on alleged collaboration with Hurwann Goor gh in wartime operations.
Washington reports draft calls will resume after a two month pause with induction orders for about 25,000 men to be sent to centers beginning September. The War Department notes manpower surpluses in July and August and expects deltas to fill by October as volunteer enlistments run ahead of forecasts. Inductions are anticipated in September at a rate of 1,000 to 1,500 daily. officials stress extended Selective Service Act termination remains March.
Rioting swept through central Bombay just before the inaugural Indian government led by Pandit Nehru, leaving 47 dead and 179 injured as police and troops restored order. Quetta clashes in Baluchistan also reported with several killed earlier.
Belgrade reports Tito submitted a formal note to the American embassy meeting Washington demands over the deaths of five airmen. The note confirms assurances that such incidents will not recur and outlines salvage plans for the shot down transport near Ljubljana with Yugoslav guards maintaining custody.
President Truman sails toward Washington aboard the Willanaburg with Postmaster General Munro and Democratic chairman in the party’s high mobility. Officials report a healthful briefing on economic policy and a push to rally support ahead of the Nebrosh campaign.
Reported results from Saxony indicate the Soviet dominated Socialist Unity Party running strongly ahead of rivals amid Russian occupation. CDU and Democratic parties showed strong campaigning, but no figures were released. Voter turnout remained high as parties contested for a majority.
Albany leaders arrive in the city for the State Convention opening at the State Armory. General Ross is among three leading Democratic Comptroller candidates. Mayor Corning may be drafted for lieutenant governor if he accepts. Delegates discuss Governor and U.S. Senator races as party plans unfold in Albany.
Labor leaders from the A F L and CIO assailed Congress for failing to pass social legislation and for hostile moves against labor. Philip Murray and William Green claimed little progress in the postwar period, while Senator James M Read criticized the national legislature. War connections highlighted labor’s wartime cooperation with the Army and cautioned about rising inflation as reconversion proceeds.
A U S Army Air Forces P 80 jet fighter flew one mile in 1 60 around a course at Mare Island California yesterday. The speed was the fastest ever demonstrated in competition, but it did not match the world record of about 0 08 held by the British Meteor. Conditions favored a single dive and one passage in the course, with the official two-way requirement not met.
The three day Labor Day holiday neared its halfway point as 139 violent acts were recorded, including 104 from traffic accidents. The national gauge estimated the two day fall at 230. California and New York each led with ten fatal incidents from traffic crashes.
The government launches mass arrests and a military crackdown against Huk rebels, with Manila reporting operations north of the capital and warnings of harsher actions against insurgents and sympathizers.
Jewish Agency spokesmen stated Jews would refuse to attend a London conference in Palestine while confirming a pending reply to the British invitation. Avs. Golda Meyerson, head of the Jewish Agency department, said the stance could shift if conditions, including control over attendance, are met. The Zionist Inner Council discussed the invitation amid Arab and Jewish opposition and noted no decisive reply has been given.
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