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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1950
Page
1
A six part government based guide explains survival chances for different distances from an atomic blast near Canton. It notes near center: no chance, within half mile. One mile to two miles yields 85 percent survival, two miles about 97 percent. With warning, actions can improve odds even with seconds to spare.
The article explains three bomb effects blast burns and radiation with protective steps for each. It urges quick action during blast toss dangers inside and against debris. It covers burns from heat up to miles away and advises clothing hats and shelter to reduce harm. It notes radiation as feared but often less lethal than assumed.
The United States imposes a comprehensive freeze on Communist China assets in the U S and bans American ships and planes from China waters. The move aims to prevent Chinese funds from aiding the United Nations in Korea and tightens export transport restrictions on cargo to Red China. North Koreans included. The treasury estimates Chinese assets in the U S at about 200 million dollars, mostly short term. The action targets China’s undeclared war in Korea. Nationalists are not affected. If China withdraws and adheres to UN principles, restrictions may be lifted.
Poinsettias for Xmas and holiday gift items from local vendors Symes & Sons Canton Hardware Art Products and Cat Bob Lanning advertise seasonal items. They highlight home grown plants sleds unpainted figurines and various gift options available at neighborhood stores.
Minerva Ohio claims the world’s biggest live Santa Claus, weighing around 470 plus pounds when last publicly weighed. Raymond Fry, 46, owns Lincoln Way Furniture & Electric Co and wears a red velvet costume crafted by his wife Helen. Fry began playing Santa for schoolchildren after resembling the character, and his weight becomes part of the town’s festive boast as he aims to stay under 500 pounds.
The notice promotes a 1951 Xmas Club at Canton National Bank with a big chime clock, inviting participation. Advertisers include Lionel and American Flyer trains and accessories, Schaffner Drugs on North Cleveland, Mutual Housewares on Second Southeast, and Dorn's Flowers on West Tuscumbia offering trees, wreaths, cemetery pots, and poinsettias with weekend hours.
Ice Cream Fruit Cake offered at all Superior Ice Cream dealers serves 10. Try one for 35 cents.
The United States called for a conference of foreign ministers from 21 Western Hemisphere nations to consult on communism's threat to the free world. Edward G. Miller Jr. said the meeting would address urgent common issues and may be held in Washington. The move follows President Truman's national address, aiming to coordinate a regional response to international communism.
Gen Wu Hsiu-chuan told reporters in New York that the cease-fire measures were a trap by U.S. circles and endorsed Soviet terms for peace. He urged withdrawal of foreign troops and Formosa forces, pledged to advise Chinese volunteers to end military actions with the Korean People's Army, and said the Korean problem should be solved by Koreans.
Parcel post and stamp windows at the main postoffice and all branches, including North Canton, will operate today from 1 30 to 5 p m to help patrons mail gifts quickly. Postmaster L J Elsaesser announced the embargo on parcel post restrictions ends Saturday and urged immediate mailing of Christmas cards and packages. He asked greeting cards be tied in bundles facing the same way when deposited, with no need for separate bundles for out of city cards.
Over 500 pair assorted styles and colors offered in a sale. Prices listed as 2.99 3.99 and 4.99 for women's and girls house slippers. Item located at Shirley Shoes 214 Market Nad.
Bob Stoffer offers Christmas trees for sale at the rear of Fin dlay's located at 36th and Cleveland Northwest, advertising holiday greenery and seasonal trimming services in a local storefront notice.
Chinese forces drove within three miles of Hungnam port as Han hung fell from American control. Aerial and naval reports noted rapidly increasing Chinese concentrations around the shrinking U S perimeter. About 100000 Chinese swarmed the hills overlooking the U S 10th Corps beachhead while engineers destroyed bridges to slow the advance.
Grade A broad breasted bronze turkeys 16 lb and up 45c per lb. Young hen turkeys 59c per lb. Includes sg capons ducks geese springers and hens. Contact C and L Poultry 733 Cherry Street phone 33504 ad.
The government froze new car prices to Dec 1 1950 levels, halting increases at 5 percent on 195 model runs by Ford General Motors Chrysler and Nash. ESA order lasts until March 1 with wage stabilization to follow. Voluntary rollback failed. action is mandatory to curb inflation amid a national emergency. Trucks motorcycles and used cars excluded. foreign cars unaffected.
Gift shop offers books, games and fine stationery, gaily wrapped and mailed from Canterbury-Craine on 6th Street NW. Local catalog expansion aims to reach new customers through postal orders.
A local ad from Ewing at 929 Cleve N details Chevrolet pricing: new models cost $100 less, used Chevrolets fetch $100 more, suggesting strategic buys and resales to maximize savings. Contact 4515l-ad for details.
Florist Al Kehl of Cleveland at 42nd Street showcases poinsettias and 10 000 African violets. Visitors welcome with Sunday hours 9 to 5. Open Sundays.
Trifari Costume Jewelry promote finest jewelry at Jewel Box located in Onesto Hotel Building. Open every evening until 8 30 p.m.
The Findlays 5c to 1 store opens today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 36th and Cleve. Nad.
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