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Newspaper

The Canton Repository

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1950

Page

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How To Survive Proper Time To Get Ready for Attack

A civic guide urges rapid home preparation for a potential atomic attack. It lists essentials: first aid kit and book, fire extinguishers, multiple flashlights, a suitcase per family member, heavy window coverings, work clothes and protection gear, a radio, a basic toilet setup, and knowledge of utility valve and switch locations. It stresses fire safety, orderly evacuation readiness, vehicle discipline, and child reassurance, then previews actions for air raid warnings.

Donald C. Maddock

Cease-Fire Talks Hint at Peiping Meeting

A cease-fire committee offered to meet Chou in Peiping or elsewhere, after Pearson read to the council a cable from the group last Saturday. Malik urged the debate proceed on his charge of U.S. aggression against Formosa, insisting foreign troops must withdraw before hostilities end.

Pearson Peiping Chou Jacob A. Malik Sweden Richard Sandler Malik United States Formosa U. N Lake Success

Three Communists’ Plans for Sabotage Warned Against

A note asserts three major Communist leaders advocate sabotage to undermine capitalism by strikes, money debasement and placing agents in government and labor circles. The piece warns against letting Russia win this method. Advertisers include The Timken Roller Bearing Co and Lionel and Am. Flyer trains and accessories. Schaffner Drugs at 2207 N Cleveland Ave also mentioned.

Russia Timken Roller Bearing Co Lionel and Am Flyer Schaffner Drugs Cleveland Ave

Honor Plan For Controls Will Be Tried

Washington dispatch outlines an honor system to freeze prices and wages at December 1 levels, to be voluntary among business, unions, and the public. Talks on extending controls to beef veal and lamb surface, with move toward mandatory measures by March if needed. President Truman also installed Charles E. Wilson to head the Office of Defense Mobilization, signaling broader mobilization against possible new Communist aggression.

Alan Valentine The Economic Stabilization Authority ESA Charles E. Wilson Wilson General Electric Co ODM Truman Office of Defense Mobilization Valentine

GM Freezes Sale of 3 Cars In Price Feud

DETROIT AP General Motors froze sale of 1951 Chevrolet Pontiac and Cadillac passenger cars after the government price rollback order. Cars received on or after today remain GM property on a consign ment basis until the corporation releases them. Buick and Oldsmobile 1951 models not affected. they have not been introduced.

Detroit General Motors Corp G. M Taven Economic Stabilization Agency General Motors G.M

Fine flower shop ad for Herman Kehl near 4th and Cleveland

Azaleas African violets begonias wreaths mistletoe holly cut flowers and novel ties featured by Herman Kehl Flower Shop at Cor 4th and Cleve. Telephone 33500.

Herman Kehl Cor 4Th Cleve N. Ph

Xmas Trees At Betzel's E Tuscad Sundays Night

Betzel's on East Tuscarawas hosts Xmas trees featuring balsam and Scotch pine for Sunday night sales. Local shoppers seek holiday greenery and seasonal cuts throughout the weekend.

Battle for Hungnam Deepens as Missouri Joins Fire

Tokyo dispatch reports a heavy bombardment by warships and field artillery halting a Chinese assault on Hungnam beachhead. The battleship Missouri arrived to boost naval firepower, aiding U S 10th Corps under Major General Edward M Almond as 25 000 Reds pressed the port and 75 000 moved through nearby hills.

Tokyo United Nations Hungnam Korea Missouri U. S Edward M. Almond Hungnam Port Hamhung White Hills

Man Captured In Men's Store After Break-In

A man hid in Homer’s clothing store at 301 Cleveland Ave NW after breaking in. Police found Robert Schmuck, 93, of 334 Sth St SW, with merchandise ready to exit. he pleaded guilty to breaking and entering and was bound to the grand jury by Municipal Judge Gordon J. Burris. Schmuck also faced an intoxication charge with a $10 fine. A separate report notes burglars broke into the Twentieth Century A. C. billiard parlor at 905 Market, stealing cash, lighters, and cigarettes.

Homer Cleveland Ave Robert Schmuck Sth St Gordon J. Burris Schmuck A. C Michael Kousaie 14Th St NE Navarre Rd Curt McClelland RD 8 Bolivard Eagles Hall Market Are S

Ice Cream Fruit Cake At All Superior Dealers

Ice Cream fruit cake offered at all Superior Ice Cream dealers. Serves 10. Try one for 95 cents.

Superior

Choice Beef on the Hoof Ad

Local classified item advertises beef on the hoof with weights available. Also promotes delivery, immediate discounts, and a furniture sale at Home Furniture located at 229 Market Street with a January 1951 payment terms offer. Contact Bob Lanning at 70065.

Bob Lanning

Trifari Costume Jewelry Jewel Box at Onesto Hotel

Finest jewelry shop feature notes Trifari pieces showcased at the Onesto Hotel Bridge area with store open every evening until 8:30 PM.

Trifari Onesto Hotel

Come to Canton National Bank Holiday Appeal Ad

Start Your 1951 Xmas Club Now at Canton National Bank with FDIC backing. Nusbaum Jewelry promotes a $4.95 item while Young advertises broad breasted turkeys at 39c lb. American Poultry lists three tons and six Xmas hams. Neighbor's Food Market offers mail banking and parking tips.

Canton National F.D.I.C Neighbor’s Food Mkt

Sabre defeats Mig-15 in first combat flyby Korea

In a five minute air battle near Sinuiju, North American F-86 Sabres downed a Russian MiG-15 as Lt Col Bruce Hinton claimed the kill. Col John Meyer praised the jet, calling it the finest aircraft he has flown, while the base cheered the victory.

Dvance Korea America Sinuiju Bruce H. Hinton Stockton Calif Col John C. Meyer Newcastle Del U. S Muroc Air Base California

Amusements and Editorial Note on George Sokolsky

Today fills the page with brief social and cultural notes including markets and radio items. A Sharp mention of new models from Micromatic cookers across sizes appears alongside housewares listing Mutual Housewares at 129 31 2nd SE ad.

George Sokolsky Mutual

Flexible Flyer Sleds at Canton Hardware

Canton Hardware advertises Flexible Flyer sleds in all sizes with contact by phone 50191l ad.

Canton

Gift Slipper Sale At Shirley Shoes

Shirley Shoes at 214 Market Nad advertises a gift slipper sale with over 500 pairs in assorted styles and colors priced at 2.99 3.99 and 4.99 for women and girls’ house slippers.

Shirley Shoes

Thermometer Clock Freezes As Cold Wave Deepens

The U S Weather Bureau at Akron Canton recorded a 2.9 degree low with the Thermometer clock freezing at 5 degrees causing hours of lost readings. Forecasters expect more cold and snow tonight and Tuesday while roads grow worse with chains used on many routes. This marks the tenth day below freezing and only three days since November 20 with new snow.

U.S. Weather Bureau Akron-Canton State Highway Garage Highway Garage Weather Bureau

Old Spice Sets Men s and Women s Two Dollar Offer

Old Spice Pharmacy at 129 Market Street advertises a two dollar sale on men s and women s products, inviting shoppers to visit the store for discount items and value deals.

Physicians Pharmacy

Invest Wisely Save $200 As New Chevrolets Discounted

Ewing 929 Cleve N. 4515 and American Flyer trains priced at 15.95 and up. Used Chevrolets bring 100 more while new Chevrolets cost 100 less. Christmas tree light sets 79 cents. Hillman's 216 Market sells books for Xmas. Select yours at the News Depot ad.

Ewing Cleve American Flyer Hillman’s News Depot

Corp Robert Myers 19 Wounded in Korea War

Corp Robert D Myers is the 115th casualty from the area and 19th wounded. The 38th Regiment of the 2nd Division mail service man entered service July 1948, trained at Ft Lewis and Japan, and joined Korea last July. His family in 1121 3rd St NE reports his recovery from a frozen hand and an infected leg. His brother Kenneth Myers, a Mississippi resident, suffers arthritis from Korea service.

Corp Robert D. Myers Harry Myers 3Rd St NE Myers 38Th Regiment

New Admiral TV Sets Offered at Low Prices

New shipment of Admiral television sets arrives with 14 inch models at 199.95 and 16 inch models at 249.95. Immediate delivery available with minimal down payment and no payments until February 1951. Home Furniture, 229 Market Street.

Admiral

Europe Must Speed Defense Declares Pace

In Brussels on December 18 AP reports U.S. Army Secretary Frank Pace warned Atlantic allies they are far from ready to withstand a Communist assault on western Europe. He urged rapid rearmament and unity as ministers discussed plans for a unified European army and stressed U.S. aid only if nations step up their own efforts. Pace highlighted urgency and U.S. push to organize forces and munition production. The issue of rearming West Germany looms, with Germany objecting to joining an international army unless invited on equal terms, while Kurt Schumacher signaled a national move by his party.

Brussels Belgium U. S. Army Frank Pace North Atlantic Europe Pace U. S Marshall Germany United States Britain Kurt Schumacher Duesseldorf

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