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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1942
Page
4
Classified notice announces a private phone exchange service for all departments at 6101 in Canton. Dated Thursday January 22 1942, it lists establishment details and is presented in a concise newsroom style typical of the era.
Ether Marriner S Eccles argues for withholding income taxes to ease burden as wartime levies rise. He notes many cannot pay 1942 taxes and suggests automatic collection from weekly pay, making tax time feel less like a lump sum. The idea, once disliked, gains traction amid taxpayer strain.
The article argues Gen. MacArthur’s defense of the Philippines strengthens American resolve during World War II. It compares him to Ulysses S. Grant, noting his cool skill reassures the nation amid uncertainty and a poor early war start. It also hints Admiral Hart may soon inspire similarly through naval successes.
The piece weighs Argentina in hemispheric security amid Pan American conference friction. It notes geography as a factor in isolationist thinking, warning that Axis diplomacy and beef import limits complicate ties with Chile and neighboring states. It casts Argentina as wary, hoping to avoid aligning with the losing side.
The piece notes Donald M. Nelson's strong start as chairman and his aim to streamline production. It says public judgment hinges on informed testimony that red tape at the Washington end is eased, a key test of any potential reorganization.
In Washington on January 22, 1942, Vice President Wallace proposes a financed global order with universal standards of food clothing and shelter, an ever normal granary and open access to raw materials. Critics note the cost and question how such a world liberalism would be paid for, warning against a costly new world order financed by the United States. Harold J. Laski also urges Anglo American reform backed by economic sanctions and aid, while policymakers study housing and public works to offset wartime shutdowns.
A satirical piece extols radios while mocking its overhyped benefits. It highlights how radio drowns out cries, keeps children in bed with soap operas, rattles windows at breakfast, and serves as a camouflage for mischief while delivering information, music, entertainment, and patriotism as minor functions.
A column of notes from the past highlights a Presbyter ian church sermon by Rev. Mr. Pecan of Akron to be preached next Monday with services every evening. Other items recall Lord Kitchener’s forces near Johannesburg, a Cleveland blizzard, local business moves by Frank Kolp, a birthday surprise for Charles Farber in Magnolia, a Hickey company reorganization, and community leaders Miller Gnau Whipple and a birthday observance from ten years ago.
Twenty five years ago the British cruiser Glasgow sunk a German raider off Pernambuco as President Wilson urged a new world order in a senate speech. The Barber Company announced plans to build a 40 kiln clay plant south of Howenstine.
Production boss Donald M. Nelson calls for decisive action to end the crisis. A searching examination of conscience is urged for every person with authority over the use of resources in the United States, said by m. r. Guthrie, chief of the textile clothing and leather branch at OPM.
John Dewey argues that no mature philosophy of democracy exists to fully counter totalitarian ideologies, highlighting gaps in democratic theory and the need for robust civic understanding to resist authoritarian temptations.
Walter Lippmann argues that postwar planning is unreal when separated from wartime conduct. He traces missteps of Versailles, the neglect of Russia and Danubian unity, and the misalignment of US Britain aims. He contends peace economies and demobilization hinge on war-time decisions and urges integrated planning.
Ohio history owes a debt to William Henry Smith for editing and preserving Northwest Territory materials. He edited Arthur St Clair papers, published in 1882, and uncovered Winthrop Sargent’s secretary papers long lost. The St Clair and Sargent papers hold Ohio’s official acts prior to statehood.
Dr. Juan Figueroa, president of the Cuban physicians' commission, states that Cuban civilians and military alike stand with the United States in preventing Axis threats to the western hemisphere shores.
Col. John H. Jouett, president of the Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce, states that American air power is already fighting on all fronts and will secure victory, arriving sooner than opponents expect.
A compact reflection notes that a person cannot escape self. The quote by Goethe emphasizes inner accountability and enduring self-awareness in daily life.
Olson and Johnson, famed for the musical Hellzapoppin style stage comedy, popularized a humorous show cuisine termed stage corn, boosting audience amusement and food lore in mid century theater culture.
Hollywood spotlight centers on Ole Olsen and Chick Johnson and their journey from obscurity to superstardom with Hellzapoppin. The duo changed Broadway, helped by Walter Winchell’s praise, and later conquered film and radio, shaping a new era of show business legends.
The piece urges guests to avoid emplacing personal dislikes while praising preferences to help hosts please. It notes hosts may arrange favored foods or activities to please visitors and suggests guests should be considerate of others tastes, distractions, and beliefs. A closing quote from Sidney Hillman mentions setting goals and raising sights.
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