President Truman urges major tax hike for security program
President Truman called on Congress to raise taxes far beyond recent increases to fund a 140 billion dollar security effort for this and next fiscal year. He urged wage restraint and higher profits limits, warning 1,000,000 more people may join the armed forces as the manpower goal rises to 3,462,205. He stressed balanced budgeting and pay as you go financing while promising new proposals to raise taxes on individuals, corporations, and excises.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
Truman Defies Taft on Troop Policy and Bipartisan Foreign Policy
President Truman says he can send more U S troops to Europe with Congress’s input and will consult leaders, but remains not bound by their decisions. Taft calls this end of bipartisan policy while Wherry questions public backing for troop use. Truman denies Korea withdrawal rumors and defends ongoing committee consultations.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
U. S
Europe
Taft
Ohio
Wherry
Nebraska
U.S
Congressional Foreign Relations
Armed Services
Douglas MacArthur
United Nations
Korea
Tokyo
U. N
Foreign Relations and
Armed Services Committees
Millikin
Canton Mayor cites revenue as city’s main problem
Canton Mayor Thomas H. Nichols told the Churchmen’s Luncheon Club that 98 percent of the city’s troubles stem from lack of money as federal taxes take 72 percent of revenue. He urged higher Ohio sales tax and discussed real estate valuation and a proposed constitutional amendment to adjust tax shares, noting Canton’s need for street work and new city buildings. He warned against raising valuations and urged prompt use of federal funds for civil defense.
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City of
Canton
Thomas H. Nichols
Y.M.C.A
Ohio
Nichols
Narchols
Market Ave
Tuscara
Frank J. Lausche
Assault Halted by Big Guns Planes Near Wonju
Allied air strikes and artillery battered a Red Korean attack near Wonju while a second deep strike threatened UN lines in central Korea. Two NK divisions, possibly 20,000 troops, pressed toward US 2nd Division positions as snow and cold enveloped fighting. Navy and air units claimed about 450 enemy deaths as they retreated.
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Tokyo
Wonju
United Nations
Korea
U.N
U. S
Chechon
Philippine Sea
Judge Upholds Wood Welfare Director Appointment
Judge D. Deane McLaughlin ruled that Richard E. Wood, named county welfare director last November, is entitled to a permanent appointment under civil service regulations. The decision overturns Ohio Civil Service Commission objections based on an expired eligibility list and will be taken to Columbus for further status discussion. Wood has served since Jan 1 following Carl W. Nist’s death.
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Common Pleas
D. Deane McLaughlin
Richard E. Wood
Civil Service Regulations
John Rossetti
Ohio Civil Service Commission
Wood
McLaughlin
Supreme Court
Rossetti
Columbus
Carl W. Nist
TV sets offered by major brands on easy terms
Home Furniture Co at 229 Market St advertises television sets from RCA Motorola Admiral Philco Crosley Raytheon Fada Capehart with easy payment terms.
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R.C.A
Motorola
Admiral
Philco
Crosley
Raytheon
Fada
Capehart
Home Furniture Co
Realtor Takes Out Petitions To Run For Canton Mayor
Carl Wise a longtime Stark County real estate figure and chair of the board of elections filed nominating petitions as the Republican candidate for mayor in Canton’s May 8 primary. Wise said business and labor leaders urged him to run. he would resign his elections post if he qualifies. James Seccombe, deputy clerk, then said he would stay out and back Wise. Wise, born in Niles, moved to Canton in 1907, has deep ties to local real estate and civic groups.
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Co F. Wise
14Th St
Stark County ’ Board of Elections
Canton
Wise
Board of Elections
Republican Executive Committee
Ted W. Brown
James Seccombe
Mr. Wise
Mr. Seccombe
Niles
G.O.P
Canton Real Estate Board
Sale of Picked-Up Pups Scheduled for Saturday
County Commissioner Joseph T. Nist and Dog Warden Nich olas DiSimone announce a pickup pup sale at the courthouse south entrance on Tuscarawas st W. Stray dogs will be shown in a special lobby pen with prices at 50 cents to $1, plus license fees due at purchase. The sale begins 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with licenses set at 3 dollars for females and 1 dollar for males.
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Togs Unlimited
Joseph T. Nist
Nicholas DiSimone
Tuscarawas St W
Nist
Patrons Foil Bar Holdup At Mannos Cafe
A 26-year-old man attempted a holdup at Mannos cafe 1910 Mahoning rd NE. Bartender Charles Mailat and patron Lloyd Schatzer diverted him. Mailat used a pan and bottles from a cooler to subdue the suspect, who is held on a suspicion charge as police finish the investigation.
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Mahoning Rd NE
Charles A. Mailat
39Th St NW
Lloyd E. Schatzer
Harrisburg Rd
Mailat
Mr. Schatzer
Joseph R. Scrimo
Capt. Scrimp
No Panic in Planning Washington Doubts War Soon
Washington officials express tempered optimism about peace this year while preparing rapid rearmament. Eisenhower signals measured caution and mobilization planning continues without panic. NPR advances administrative efficiency, though some fear rapid program could strain civilian economy. Yugoslavia flagged as risk, European defense force seen as insufficient to threaten the Soviet Union.
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Belman Morin
Associated Press
Ee Jan
Washington
Europe
Eisenhower
Yugoslavia
Rose Baking Co opens bakery and store in town
The Rose Baking Company debuts both its bakery and retail store in the local area, expanding access to freshly baked goods. The opening marks the latest in a series of community business enhancements.
Bing's Fruit Joins DeLuxe Market Under Wintergarten Name
The DeLuxe Bing Fruit Co. debuts at the DeLuxe Market with Wintergarten Fruit, 2nd Street entrance. Promotes high quality service and low prices, featuring fresh country eggs and poultry under Square Deal Poultry Market at 2nd and Walnut SE.
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Bing’s Fruit
DeLuxe
Bing Fruit Co
Wintergarten Fruit
2Nd St
Square Deal
2Nd & Walnut
Spend Your Money Wisely Maytag Rice Co. Ad
Dependable service is important with your new automatic washer. 23 years of continuous service. Maytag Rice Co., Ph. 23717-ad.
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Maytag Rice Co
Proven Hawkins steel wire tread drive aid
A terse note advertises Hawkins steel wire treads for tires. It claims immediate application in one day and directs readers to Stockton Inc at 702 Cherry Ave NE, zip code 67375. The message reads like a local roadside promotion and includes contact details for the supplier.
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Hawkinson
Stockon Inc
Cherry Ave
Massillon Water Table Drop Seen By Conservationist
Ralph Doll, chairman of Stark County Conservation Council, told Canton Regional Society of Professional Engineers that straightening the Tuscarawas River at Massillon would lower the city water table due to faster surface runoff. He urged new groundwater sources and sealing abandoned gas wells. a reservoir may be needed north of Massillon to meet growing demand. Doll also noted Ohio water power and transport progress and Weinland’s nomination for Ohio Society of Professional Engineers vice president.
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Tuscarawas
Massillon
Ralph Doll
American Legion
Stark County Conservation Council
Canton Regional Society of Professional Engineers
Doll
Hamilton
Mergus
Ohio
Robert Weinland
Ohio Society of Professional Engineers
Budget Priced Quality Wallpaper Canton Hardware
A storefront ad for Canton Hardware on 4th Street promotes budget priced wallpaper and quality finish options. The brief notices affordable wall coverings and store contact details for shoppers seeking value concrete selection.
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Canton Hardware
4Th St
Thurin’s January Sale at Apple House Fulton M-ad
Thurin’s January sale offers fashion-right home furnishings at special prices below 1951 replacement values. Apple House Fulton M-ad advertises fresh cider and Apple products. Swiss Club hosts Sunday dinners 5 to 7 p.m. with reservations. 14 inch Admiral TV sets $199.95 and 16 inch $249.95 with easy credit terms from Home Furniture 229 Market Sad.
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Thurin
Admiral
Eggs Price List and Local Delivery Offer
Eggs 50c per dozen and small hens 27c each. Address 921 Ninth Street Northeast. Free delivery available. Contact number 58881-ad for details.
United Nations mulles final cease fire peace bid
The United Nations prepared a vote on a five point plan offering a political conference on Far Eastern problems in exchange for a Korea cease fire. The United States backed the proposal while Russia showed reluctance. Non Communist spokesmen warned Peiping may reject the offer, leaving the war ongoing.
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U.N
Name Calling in War Debate Draws Public Opinion
The piece critiques smear tactics in wartime rhetoric urging voters to support only essential war effort spending. It references The Timken Roller Bearing Company and frames the public debate as a test of patriotism versus prudent fiscal priorities.
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Timken Roller Bearing Company
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