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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1950
Page
1
Federal defense guidance outlines actions for pedestrians drivers workers and crowds during an atomic attack. Stay off streets or pull to the curb, seek indoor cover, lie face down, shield head, roll behind walls, and close windows. In crowds align to outer walls and designate safe exits while drills prepare children and staff for post blast safety.
Chicago policy wheels lectured by Senate crime committee disclose huge annual take and profits. Edward P. Jones and Theodore Roe seized after testimony as state attorney plans grand jury filing in January. Roe described the South Side racket with names and places, while Jones noted joint profits and a past tax evasion conviction.
Washington reports a voluntary wage ceiling formula to match a nationwide price control system. The Economic Stabilization Agency summoned auto industry leaders for talks and urged voluntary price rollbacks at mills and factories. If voluntary compliance fails, mandatory ceilings may be imposed, with possible stricter standards.
Canton stores offer Young grade A broad breasted bronze turkeys 16 pounds and up at 45 cents per pound and Youden turkeys 8 pounds and up at 59 cents per pound. C & L Poultry at 733 Cherry SE lists these prices. Meanwhile Stocker's at 201 W. Tuscad stocks pipes tobacco pouches and pipe racks.
Lavin’s Arpege perfume advertised for $3 at Physicians Pharmacy located at 129 Market Ave South.
A federal grand jury indicted Ohio Representative Brehm on seven charges of illegally accepting money from two office employees for his re election campaign. The two employees named are Clara Soliday and Emma S. Craven, with $1,380 in contributions cited. Soliday, a 75-year-old widow, previously sued Brehm for 17340 and seeks 10000 punitive damages. Brehm denied any criminal act and praised moving to clear the record.
Nearly a thousand hungry Korean street children were flown to a sanctuary island in Operation Kiddie Car. Fifteen twin engine planes landed at Kimpo air base to evacuate 964 kids aged 6 months to 11 years. Doctors nurses and Anticipating relief teams accompanied the mission under Lt Col R L Blaisdell with 80 women attendants.
In Tokyo Gen MacArthur's headquarters imposed censorship on Korean war news, requiring dispatches and photos to be submitted for security screening in Korea or Japan before release. The move, effective immediately, followed long-standing voluntary limits and was urged by Lt Gen Sir Horace Robertson to counter Red interference.
Western front sees North Korean and Chinese forces pressing near Chunchon and Kaesong while 8th Army reports minor skirmishes and halted crossings. In the east at Hungnam, U S and Allied forces defend the beachhead with naval gunfire and air support as大量 enemy concentrations are hit. Major General Almond notes cautious progress as withdrawal plans proceed under protective fire.
Summary of today’s repository includes amusements, comics, and death notices along with editorial page by George Sokolsky, plus market and financial content from PL Markets. Radio and television, social news, sports, and weather sections provide contemporary items and updates.
Canton post office posted record mail handling numbers despite snow and a three day embargo. From December 1 to 19 the office processed 5,260,699 cancellations, with Monday’s single day total 770,612 pieces. Postmaster L J Elsaesser announced the receipts topped $20,000 as congestion remained low and deliveries stayed on schedule after hours shifts.
Esther M Archer councilwoman from Ward 4 was indicted by the grand jury on a blackmail charge and will be arraigned Thursday at 3 30 p m before Common Pleas Judge George N Graham. She surrendered to County Prosecutor John Rossetti and posted a 1000 property bond with her attorney C E Hunter. She denied the charge calling it politically inspired to cause embarrassment.
Livestock advertisement notes beef cattle available with all weight ranges. Call Bob Lanning for details at 70065 anytime-ad.
A compact ad listing multiple local merchants and holiday offers. Shirley Shoes sells women and girls house slippers at 2 to 4.99 with broad selection. The News Depot promotes poinsettias. Symes & Sons grows flowers. Apple House markets apples and cider. Jack's Poultry advertises white Holland turkeys with free delivery. Local merchants advertise late winter holiday items and services.
The three Communist powers outline nonmilitary means to challenge capitalism through sabotage strikes devaluation and infiltration in government and labor. Meanwhile Timken Roller Bearing advertises Admiral TV sets 14 in at 199.95 16 in at 249.95 with immediate delivery and no payments till Feb. 1951. Home Furniture lists Micromatic cookers and new models at 229 Market and New models with Mutual Housewares at 129 31 2nd SE.
Fruit cake ice cream available at all Superior Ice Cream dealers serving ten. Try one for 95 cents.
A call to join the 1951 Xmas Club at Canton National Bank invites readers to visit the bank noted for its large chime clock above the doorway. Mem. F.D.1.C.ad.
Finest jewelry featured at Trifari Costume Jewelry in the Onesto Hotel Building. Open every evening until 8 30 PM. Browse a selection of high quality pieces and accessories for display and purchase.
A 1951 Christmas Club appeal by Harter Bank and Trust Company invites readers to join now. The ad references FDIC backing and promotes saving for the holiday season with emphasis on financial security through the local bank.
Local poultry shop American Poultry at 231 Cherry Sad advertises young broad breasted turkeys priced at 39 cents per pound highlighting value for holiday meals.
Nusbaum Jewelry at 105 East Tuscarawas sets up a dresser promotion priced at 4.95. The notice lists the address and asserts a sale or price offer. Local customers are invited to visit the shop to view the deal and related merchandise.
An advertised table model television with installed antenna offers a $350 price including all taxes and a 90 day parts and service guarantee. The ad from L and L Television, Inc lists dialing 49498 and the Cleveland Northwest address 4006.
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