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Newspaper

The Canton Repository

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1949

Page

4

Dewey Urges Economic Unity for Western Europe

Governor Thomas E. Dewey told Lions International delegates in New York that western Europe should be welded into an economic unit like the United States and Marshall Plan funds should prioritize that goal. He urged quick Senate ratification of the North Atlantic Treaty with enthusiasm and warned against aiding pet socialist or nationalist projects. He argued economic unity would raise living standards, reduce dependence on wartime sacrifice, and strengthen Europe while noting resistance from some nations.

New York Thomas E. Dewey Europe United States Convention of Lions International United States Senate Dewey Service Organization U. S

Service for John P Grandfield Held in Philadelphia

Massillon July 18 services for John P Grandfield 51 of 315 4th St NW who died at his sister’s home in Philadelphia were held Monday in Philadelphia Survivors include his widow Marion Richards Grandfield and two Massillon stepdaughters

Massillon John P. Grandfield 4Th St NW Margaret Kelly Philadelphia Marion Richards Grandfield

Ohio Rural Mailmen Parley Gathers 350 Delegates

About 350 delegates attend the joint convention of the Ohio Rural Letter Carriers and Women's Auxiliary at the Onesto Hotel. H. Roy Ellis chairs the morning session as Mayor Carl Klein and Postmaster L. J. Elsaesser welcome visitors. Miss Bell Greve and J. E. Cooper are slated speakers during Tuesday’s program. Election of officers and national convention delegates closes the event Wednesday.

Ohio Rural Letter Carriers and Women’s Auxiliary Onesto Hotel O.R.L.C.A H. Roy Ellis Carl F. Klein L. J. Elsaesser J. E. Cooper Washington Rural Delivery Service Miss Bell Greve Cleveland Women’s Auxiliary William Craig College of Wooster

Burglars Target Walnut Hills Seed Store and Tavern

Two burglaries in the Walnut Hills area near Massillon were investigated by sheriff's deputies early Sunday. John Bazzacco reported his Beauty Hill seed store window and cash register damaged with about $20 to $25 loss estimated though nothing obvious was taken. Deputies then found a broken window at the Walnut Hills tavern and, after summoning owner Grant Ditch, learned roughly $6 in pennies was stolen. The thieves used a ladder from the seed store to gain entry.

Walnut Hills Massillon John Bazzacco Wales Rd Beauty Hill Dominic DeMeo Nick Maxin Grant Ditch Crystal Springs

Drinking by Women Rises and Perils High

A nationwide rise in alcohol use among women is outlined with social harm, legal concerns, and psychiatric views. The piece cites Judge John J. Connelly, Dr. Robert V. Celiger, and cases from Boston and Los Angeles, noting higher hospital admissions and risks to children and families. It discusses treatment options, including Alcoholics Anonymous, therapy, conditioned reflex methods, and the drug Antabuse as potential aids. It also lists early warning signs of potential alcoholism and urges self-awareness and intervention.

America Los Angeles Los Angeles Examiner John J. Connelly Boston Juvenile Court Detroit Sunday Times Boston Robert V. Celiger John Hopkins Hospital Judge Connelly Alcoholics Anonymous Louis E. Bisch

Columbia Gold Rush Centennial Brings Financial Woes

Columbia Calif July 18 AP centennial celebration of Columbia the gem of the southern mother lode drew only a few thousand visitors rather than the predicted 80 000. Heat a driving restriction and a free bus service shaped the turnout. Local groups spent money on booths and food with dismal returns as booths left surplus bread buns and unsold beer. A protest meeting elected John Rutledge to study the losses and urge accountability.

Columbia Calif Mother Lode San Francisco Tuolumne Lodge I.C.C.F E. A. Danicourt George Burghardt C. E. Harthorne

New Leather Treating Method Extends Shoe Life

National Bureau of Standards scientists report a 75 percent gain in wearing resistance for leather soles using butyl methacrylate impregnation. Tests via an abrasion machine mimic city sidewalk wear. three impregnation methods show varied benefits including waterproofing and reduced water absorption. The work, led by Rene Oehler and Timothy J. Kilduff, aims to conserve tanning materials amid shortages.

North American Newspaper Alliance Washington National Bureau of Standards Bureau Rene Oehler Timothy J. Kilduff Leather Laboratory Armed Services

Keener's Takeoff Delayed Again At Akron Canton Airport

Salem industrialist Samuel F. Keener faces another postponement of his B 24 world flight after oil gauge failures hinder preflight checks. Delays push tentative takeoff to Tuesday as mechanics and a Milwaukee gauge technician rush parts. A prior Atlantic weather issue and loss of cook and handyman hindered the expedition. steward Arthur Sommers Jr. from Salem suffered a ruptured spleen, operated on at Aultman Hospital after door slip caused injury.

Salem Samuel F. Keener Akron-Canton Milwaukee Gauge Atlantic Arthur Sommers Jr Vandalia Dayton Aultman Hospital

Adv. Do You Really Want to Take Off Ugly Fat

A vintage ad touts Rennelix with fruit juice as a non diet option for overweight women. It promises rapid fat loss with a money back guarantee if not effective, claiming the product is low cost and not part of a diet plan.

Bulges Ohio

Kinehan Faces Two Counts After Lunch Incident

Donald G. Kinehan, 29, of 1427 Fred Ave SE, was charged on two counts of intoxication and resisting arrest after police found him intoxicated at the QP lunch at 1009 Market Ave South. He allegedly told officers it takes more than a policeman to make him obey.

Donald G. Kinehan Fred Market Ave S

Doughton Blocks Excise Tax Cut in Congress

Chairman Robert L. Doughton of North Carolina, head of the House Ways and Means Committee, rejected an excise tax reduction bill this session. He warned it would be pigeonholed in the House if the Senate passed it. The Senate finance committee backs a rider rolling back rates to prewar levels, potentially trimming treasury revenues by 500 million to 700 million dollars annually.

Washington Robert L. Doughton North Carolina House Ways and Means Committee Congress Doughton Senate Ways and Means Senate Finance Committee Treasury North Carolina Democrat

Ernie Pyle Burial Rites In Hawaii Prepare Tuesday

Honolulu July 18 UP Ernie Pyle famed war correspondent killed April 18 1945 will be buried in Punchbowl National Cemetery tomorrow alongside the foot soldiers whose World War II diary he kept. A simple soldier service for Pyle and four Pacific victims including the Pacific area Unknown Soldier will be followed by a journalist salute. Pallbearers are service men and chaplains of three faiths will offer prayers before a firing squad and bugler taps. Honorary pallbearers are Dan McGuire Joe James Custer Webley Edwards and Lief Erickson. The ceremony marks the opening of the burial site in Punchbowl crater overlooking Honolulu and the ocean. Pyle rests with 12 000 World War II veterans. the cemetery will later open half for future military dead and former veterans. He was killed by a Japanese machine gun burst while talking with an officer at a command post on Ie Shima.

Honolulu Ernie Pyle Ie Shima Punchbowl National Cemetery Mr. Pyle Pacific Pacific Area Dan McGuire Joe James Custer United Press Webley Edwards Columbia Broadcasting System Lief Erickson Associated Press Punchbowl Crater Ocean

Theft Reported From Car At 17th Street And Harrison

Dennis Partel of 1608 Clarendon Ave SW reported theft of a flashlight and trinkets valued at 6.50 from a car parked at 17th Street and Harrison Ave NW on Sunday. Harris Paint Co at 1249 Dueber Ave SW had open doors found by a watchman, but nothing missing. A screen was torn from a window at the Dew Drop Inn, 965 Carnahan Ave NE, but no entry occurred.

17Th St Harrison Ave NW Dennis Partel Clarendon Ave Harris Paint Co Dueber Ave Dew Drop Inn Carnahan Ave NE

Los Alamos Publicity Director Still Missing

Santa Fe New Mexico July 18 AP A three day search fails to locate Los Alamos atomic energy publicity director H Tracy Snelling 37, information chief for two years at the lab. State police report no new lead as AEC officials seek his whereabouts after his wife notified them Friday.

Santa FE N. M Los Alamos Snelling AEC

Weekend spike in District traffic arrests and crashes

A busy weekend in the district saw 26 accidents and 25 motorists arrested amid slick streets. Police logged multiple reckless driving cases, speeding, failed brakes, suspended licenses, and one intoxication arrest, with deputies separately citing a passing violation and several traffic-light summonses.

Jack H. Mason 20Th St NW Warner Rd John B. Ison Bogand SE Mason Claude T. Garren 6Th St Marion Ave George Lehberger Prospect Ave Bert Stillmer F1th St

Unsafe Parking Spot Leads To Vehicle Thefts In Massillon

Ralph J. Mariol of 4121 Lincoln Way E Massillon reported thefts from his car at Dueber avenue and 14th street SW. Two fender marker lights valued at 1.59 were stolen Friday night, then a hub cap worth 5 disappeared on Saturday night after he parked there again.

Dueber Ave 14Th St Ralph J. Mariol Lincoln Way E. Massillon

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