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Newspaper

The Canton Repository

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1941

Page

3

Nine Drivers Receive Heavy Penalties in Municipal Court

Judge James A. Bowman handed four driving under the influence and reckless driving penalties Friday as 16 cases cleared. Notables include Harry Law fined 50 dollars and jailed two days with six months license suspension, and Robert E. Sweitzer fined 25 dollars with 30 day license suspension. Additional motorists faced 5 to 35 dollar fines for reckless driving or related offenses. several entries note license issues and road-safety violations. Hearing for Roy A. Robinson’s right of way case is set for next Friday.

James A. Bowman Harry Law RD 1 Robert E. Sweitzer Wabashawe NE Primo Brizzi Garfield Ave Dwaine H. van Lehn Lawrence Id James L. Leonard Frederick Ave Emerick S. Palangi Jack Paro Alden Ave Clifton R. Livingston North Canton Joseph Arnold Tremont Ave Roy A. Robinson Mahoning Rd James Ferris Canton- Massillon James S. Draher Minerva Gladys M. Johnson Struthers Charles Long Sherrick and SE Mary M. Ault Cleveland Ave NW Leslie Hosler Arlington Ave NW Boston D. Lepes 8Th St

War Developments in North Africa and Russia Reported

Berlin says both sides press to seize momentum in the Bir el Gobi sector near Tobruk while a Stalino area battle unfolds. Soviet dispatches claim German forces pushed back along the Mius river as Red troops outflank near Dmitrovsk. Rome and Soviet reports note reinforcements arriving and heavy losses on both sides. The capital defense reportedly repelled attacks and improved positions through counterattacks, with substantial German casualties claimed.

Bir el Gobi i Tobruk Berlin Adolf Hitler Donets River Stalino Taganrog Mius Dmitrovsk Rome Sea of Azov Rostov Soviet Information Bureau Red Army

Carl F Wise Named By Realtors Board Canton Scene

Carl F Wise elected president of the Canton Real Estate Board at a Friday noon meeting at the Courtland hotel. He succeeds John W Bonsall. Paul O Krider named first vice president Fred H Broad second vice president and E C Roberts reelected secretary treasurer. Wise heads the Carl F Wise Agency and has been active in real estate here since 1921 as treasurer of People's Realty Co. and secretary of Shrine club. Offficers take office January 1 with annual dinner planned for after year start. The new board includes Bonsall Fink Conrad Walters Cook Broad Roberts Wise and Krider.

Carl F. Wise Canton Real Estate Board Courtland Hotel John W. Bonsall Paul O. Krider Fred H. Broad E. C. Roberts Mr. Wise People’s Realty Co Shrine Club Civil Service Commission Bonsall Albert Fink Joseph Conrad A. Ray Walters Ralph Cook Broad Roberts Wise Krider

Senate to reject probes as Glass leads $8.2 billion bill

Sen. Glass of Virginia, newly handling the deficiency subcommittee after Sen. Adams’ death, battles anti interventionists over an $8.2 billion defense bill that brings total program cost to $68 billion. The measure funds the army and navy, includes lend lease, and faces House resistance to stripping lend lease. The House vote pattern signals administration backing for Roosevelt policies.

Sen. Glass Virginia Sen. Adams Colorado House Mr. Roosevelt

Finland Note Denial Triggers Roundup Of Enemy Aliens

Britain described notes to Romania Hungary and Finland as similar while Finland faced a harsher demand to halt hostilities. Scotland Yard and mobile police rounded up more than 200 enemy aliens, about 150 Finns, to camps. The US had kept a cautious stance since Finland’s wartime moves beyond the prewar border and later sought peace talks.

Finland Russia Scotland Yard United States Helsinki Soviet Union State Department

Inflation and defense shift reshape wartime economy

The discussion covers inflation threats from government borrowing and pay raises, the shift of production from consumer luxuries to military needs, and a system of material priorities prioritizing steel, aluminum, and copper for defense. It notes a large rise in bank deposits and currency, explains measures like higher taxes and defense savings stamps, and cites expected effects on merchants and installment credit. It also lists several marriage license applications and licenses granted.

Uncle Sam

Firm leases garage for spray process in Canton

Hugh A. Houglan formerly of Akron has leased the garage at 522 Dewalt Ave NW for his new firm the Canton Muf-L-Cot Co. The operation employs three men using equipment to spray a plastic protective coating on automobile undersides. The property was leased from Charles A. Kolp & Sons. Houglan now lives in Canton at 333 18th St NW.

Hugh A. Houglan Akron Dewalt Ave Canton Muf-L-Cot Co Charles A. Kolp & Sons Houghlan Canton 18Th St

Eggs Used For Grenades At Camp Funston

A mock parachute attack on cavalry troops at Camp Funston Kansas on December 6 required defenders to improvise with hand grenades made from eggs due to a lack of ammunition. The exercise tested defense tactics and resourcefulness under simulated combat conditions.

Camp Funston Kan

Special equipment allows sponge divers at 150 feet depth

Special designed gear enables sponge fishermen to operate at depths up to 150 feet. The device improves safety and efficiency for deep water harvesting, expanding feasible fishing zones for the sponge trade.

Common Pleas Court notices and civil actions in Canton

A list of civil actions and notices from Canton common pleas court includes A L Brentzel vs Frank A Snyder to marshal liens, Onesto Hotel Co and Local 18 restraining order, James F Hall vs Ben E Neuman for 5000 dollars in juries, and several summonses. Divorce petitions and birth announcements follow, naming multiple local residents and families with dates in December.

Common Pleas Court A. L. Brentzel North Canton Frank A. Snyder Gross Onesto Hotel Co Local 18 International Union of Operating Engineers James F. Hall Sayler Ben E. Neuman RD 4 Canton

Dine DeWees Appliance Dept Open Evenings

Local retailer Dine DeWees advertises an appliance department open every evening from 7 to 9 PM through Christmas at 511 12th NE. The notice highlights extended shopping hours as the holiday season approaches.

Hoover Group Cenfers by Ralph Bowers at North Canton

Ralph Bowers presided Friday night at the Hoover Independent Organization of employees meeting held in the North Canton Community building. The group discussed organizational matters.

Hoover Group Cenfers Ralph Bowers Hoover Independent Organization of Employes North Canton

East Canton Hiking Trip Planned by YM YW Club

The YM YW hiking club schedules a Sunday hike east of East Canton. The group meets at the YMCA at 2 15 p m Eastern Time with E Heald leading the excursion.

East Canton Y. M.Y.W. Hiking Club

Drive A Better Used Car at J and J Motors Inc

A compact ad highlights bargains at J and J Motors Inc located at the corner of 12th and Cherry NE. The notice promotes a selection of used cars with emphasis on value and deals.

J & J Motors, Inc Cor 12Th & Cherry NE

Slovak Home Club to Convene Monthly Meeting

Slovak Home club holds its monthly meeting at 8 p m in Slovak hall with John W Hudec presiding as president.

Slovak Hall John W. Hudec

Personalized Christmas Cards Buy Now

News Depot promotes a holiday sale on personalized Christmas cards available at its 2nd NW location.

Buy News Depot Hallmark Store Dial

Patient at Mercy Hospital after traffic collision near Stone Creek

Mrs. E. E. Holland of 311 Clarendon Ave NW is under treatment at Mercy Hospital for injuries from a traffic collision near Stone Creek. Immediate delivery on 1942 Chevrolet cars and trucks offered by Art Nims Chevrolet at 730 Market St. Adv.

E. E. Holland Clarendon Ave Sinking Fund Mercy Hospital Stone Creek Chevrolet Art Nims Chevrolet

McKinley Stamp Club Christmas Party Set

The McKinley Stamp Club will hold its annual Christmas party on Wednesday December 19 at 7 30 p m in the Shaefer block. Mrs Anna C MacKenzie will lead the program with a gift exchange games and refreshments.

Stamp Club McKinley Stamp Club Shhaefer Anna C. MacKenzie

Injured In Disturbance On Market Avenue

Otis Longaberger, 41, of 1019 McKinley Ave NW, suffered lacerations to the ear and scalp in a fight in the 300 block on Market Ave S today at 1 a.m., police reported.

Otis Longaberger McKinley Ave NW Market Ave

Traffic Bureau Summonses on Signal Light Charges

Charles faces summons from the Traffic Bureau on charges related to disregarding signal lights. Proceedings note potential penalties and court dates.

Thief Snatches $29 From Hand in Canton Grill

R. B. Palm of RD 3 Canton said a man snatched $29 from his hand Friday at 5 30 p m in Stone's grill at 2nd stand Walnut Ave NE and fled after Palm had just cashed his paycheck and was about to pick up the money.

R. B. Palm RD 3 Canton 2Nd Stand Walnut Ave

Akron area traffic crashes injure city children

Three city children were hurt in separate Friday afternoon crashes. Rodger Bausher, 6, and Caroline Peterman, 7, were struck on the curb at Cleveland avenue and 15th street NW, later released from Mercy hospital. Arthur Gibbs Jr., 7, suffered a broken clavicle after his bicycle rode into I J Vogelgesang’s car near 22nd street NW, taken to Aultman hospital. A driver, Lester Baechel, 18, of 824 th St NW, was arrested for driving without a state license after a minor crash at 3rd and High avenues NW.

Rodger Lee Bausher Worley Ave Caroline Peterman Oxford Ave NW Cleveland Ave 15Th St NW Ross E. Large Beck Ave Akron Mercy Hospital Arthur Gibbs Jr 19Th St NW 22Nd St NW I. J. Vogelgesang 23Rd St NW Aultman Hospital 4Th St Lester J. Baechel

Arrests for Reckless Driving After Speeding Incidents

Dan Hahlen, 25, RD 1 Home worth, was arrested on a reckless driving charge for speeding 75 mph on route 62 east of Canton at 7 50 a m. William R Morrison, 22, 1134 Colonial blvd NE, faced a reckless driving charge at 3 15 a m after police in a patrol wagon chased him north on Mahoning rd NE at 50 to 60 mph between Harmontave and Harrisburg rd. Harold H Rea, 37, 2019 Kirket NW, was arrested on illegal operation of a motor vehicle at 1 15 p m.

Dan Hahlen Homeworth Canton William R. Morrison Colonial Blvd J. R. Unteh R. J. Ecker Mahoning Rd Harmontave Harrisburg Rd Harold H. Rea Kirket NW

Crash injures Mrs Cesner near Tremont and Erie streets

MASSILLON December 6 Mrs Lewis D Cesner of 419 Tremont Ave SE suffered brain concussion and injuries to her arm and knee when the car she rode in with her husband crashed into the rear of a machine on Erie Street South Tremont Avenue. The second auto driven by Wayne W Lewis of RD 1 Navarre had stopped for a light. both cars were moving north on Ernest Street.

Massillon Lewis D. Cesner Tremont Ave Erie ‘St S Wayne W. Lewis RD 1 Navarre Ernest

Tokyo neighbors discuss crisis and Japan US questions

Count Kaneko called a solution to the present situation the only proper way while a political observer charged the United States with trying to pass the buck to Japan. Roosevelt asked Tokyo why troops massed in French Indo China and Japan replied troops were a precaution against Chinese border movements. Domei cited the informant saying the questioning aimed to place responsibility on Japan if negotiations fail.

Kaneko United States Japan Roosevelt Tokyo Domei

Ohio Aluminum Strike Settled

Strikers at the Aluminum Co of America plant returned to work after a settlement reached with CIO Die Casting workers. The pact grants the company right to set the number of ingot furnace workers, with about 400 of 6,000 employed participating. Bargaining continues over Greyhound bus lines and the Ravenna arsenal contracts.

Associated Press Cleveland Aluminum Co. of America Central Greyhound Bus Lines Ravenna Arsenal Alcoa CIO New York City Boston Mass Common Pleas Frederick P. Walther AFL Motor Coach Employes Arsenal Parleys Buffalo Toledo New York Samuel B. Berrong Atlas Powder Co Ravenna National Arsenal Workers of America Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen AFL Switchmen’s Machinists’ Union Atlas

McKinley Seniors Stage Thrilling Sky Road Play

McKinley High School senior class presented Sky Road a fast moving three act comedy set at Trans American airport in Cleveland April 1932. Charles Stewart as Bill Jones and Anna Mae Cunningham as Lucky Parker stood out along with Jeanne Miller as Ann Rogers in a dramatic fatal leap that drives the plot toward a rescue flight. The cast included Helen Lambrakis Miriam Strebel Miriam Perkins Frances E. McCall and others with Martha Borman Stagecraft Dan Matick and Houston Lemasters also assisting. The school orchestra provided music before and between acts and Girls Service League members served as ushers.

McKinley High School N. Richard Nusbaum Iris Haverstock Cleveland Charles Stewart Bill Jones Anna Mae Cunningham Lucky Parker Ann Rogers Jeanne Miller Jones Helen Lambrakis Miriam Strebel Miriam Perkins Frances E. McCall Bessieanne Love John Kallergis Betty Arlene Miller Herb Martindale Nickey Mizeres Edward Stein Rosemond Burris Bryce Ford Kenneth Metcalf Martha Borman Stagecraft Club Ford Dan Matick Mizeres Stein Mary Dreary Houston Lemasters Ellmore Miller Girls Service League

Display At Store Promotes Defense Stamp Gifts

A Woolworth window display at 221 Market area by manager F L Moore features defense stamp Christmas cards. TheCards sit beside army rifles and shells. each card includes a $5 defense stamp book with slogans urging support for service members. One child friendly style hopes buyers will soon have bonds.

F. W. Woolworth Co Market Area F. L. Moore United States Defense

Dr Lucas to Address Metals Society in Canton Massillon

Dr F F Lucas of Ohio Bell will speak on High Power Metallography to the Canton Massillon chapter of the American Society for Metals at Elks Club dinner Thursday at 6 30 p m. He will review the microscope’s development since 1665 and has earned the Howe medal and Wetherill medal for metallurgical work. Coffee talks by coaches Houghton and Schwartzwalder accompany the event with motion pictures from the 1941 meeting.ARRANGEMENTS by Schott Poole and Rowland.

Canton-Massillon American Society For Metals F. F. Lucas Ohio Bell Telephone Co Elks Club Lucas Henry Marion Howe American Society For Steel Treating The American Society For Metals For Metallurgical Research Lehigh University John Price Wetherill Franklin Institute William Bud) Houghton Massillon Tigers Floyd Ben) Schwartzwalder McKinley Bulldogs Ray J. Schott Sidney W. Poole E. S. Rowland

Victim Robbed of 50 by Two Highwaymen

Charles E. Schaffer of 1431 2nd St NE reported two men attacked him as he reached his home Friday at 10 p.m. They demanded a stickup and, after a brief struggle, took about $50 and his house keys. Schaffer sustained facial contusions.

Charles E. Schaffer 2Nd St NE Mr. Schaffer

Depth charges and navy enlistment details shared at Exchange club

Chief Machinist Mate James H. Smith explained ash can depth charges carry 300 pounds of TNT and create a geyser 150 to 200 feet high. destroyers maneuver at 25 knots to avoid submarine concussion. The Navy six year enlistment is open to ages 17 to 31. Russell J. Van Nostran announced nominees for officer elections on December 26 and a Christmas party for children at Molly Stark sanatorium on December 23 at 7 30 p m.

James H. Smith Canton Navy Recruiting Office Exchange Club Courtland Hotel Navy Russell J. van Nostran Dr. E. B. Pierce Henry W. Grossberg Edward F. Weckel Molly Stark Children’s Cottage

Arnold warns labor in address to NAM

The address to 3000 at the National Association of Manufacturers annual dinner featured U S attorney general aide Thurman W Arnold urging penalties for short sighted labor leaders using illegitimate tactics. He spoke as K T Keller of Chrysler also addressed the gathering and called for a five day congress to push defense strike curbs and revise the Wagner act and wage hour law.

International News Service New York America Thurman W. Arnold United States Attorney General Mr. Arnold National Association of Manufacturers K. T. Keller Chrysler Corp

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