The Canton Repository Subscription Rates and Policies
The Canton Repository lists subscription rates by carrier and mail, with different prices for daily, Sunday, and combinations. Rates cover Stark and surrounding counties with annual costs and note that outside rates are available on request. Communications for publication require name and address. anonymous letters are not considered.
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Stark
Tuscarawas
Carroll
Columbiana
Portage
Summit
Wayne
Holmes Counties
One Dollar a Year Critics in War Board Roles
OBERT R. GUTHRIE argues that the United States buys no magic for $1 a year as war production board personnel arrive in Washington. Businessmen and experts on nominal pay retain self interest, pleasing jobholders who oppose interlopers. Citizens expect government, with diverse selfish interests, to be balanced for the public good, not unusually farsighted.
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Obert R. Guthrie
War Production Board
United States
Washington
Army
No Longer Old At 45 In Draft Speculation
The piece recalls past debates on drafting men aged 45 to 64 for industry, noting older workers faced biases similar to military service while younger men were seen as better risks. It hints at future recalls and the odd irony of aging workers being called to service, up to odd roles like pole vaulting.
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Huey Long
Doc Townsend
Princess Eugenie
Sam
Why Embarrass MacArthur
The piece argues it is premature to elevate General MacArthur to the presidency noting no direct link from military skill to civil governance. It cites Ulysses S. Grant as an example where fame alone did not ensure political success and suggests fans focus support on his role as wartime commander rather than as a future president.
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Gen. MacArthur
United States
Ulysses S. Grant
Japan
Europe
Malaya
Burma
America
War council urged for family life by Dr Waygood
Dr James J Waygood, neuro psychiatrist, told an institute on family relations that family life disputes should be handled as a war council with a commanding officer, lieutenants, and a tough sergeant. He depicts a stern father figure enforcing rules, likening home life to military command.
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James J. Waygood
Waygood
America
Papa
Washington Officials Back Labor Bill Amid White House Push
Washington March 21 Government officials reversed prior criticisms of the Smith anti forty hour week bill after privately hearing from the White House. President Roosevelt discussed the issue with congressional leaders and top aides. Senate Leader Barkley echoed the President on limited strikes and labor restrictions. The White House, Land and Patterson testified before a subcommittee, and Speaker Rayburn aligned with the administration. Debate centered on time and a half for overtime and the defense wage policy amid labor and shortage of skilled workers. The war labor board continues approving selective wage increases while Leon Henderson travels for policy coordination.
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Sen. Barkley
Roosevelt
White House
Patterson
Navy
Bard
Admiral Land
Maritime Commission
Senate Appropriations
Land
Rayburn
Washington
Congress
Leon Henderson
War Labor Board
Henderson
Century-Old Newsnotes of March Endings Across eras
A compact column recalls events from 100 to 10 years ago. It notes the Ohio legislature ending its regular session on March 7 with titles of acts pending, a 40 year mark of train collisions near Justus with no injuries, a real estate move to Canton, and horse harness thefts. It also touches 25 and 10 year echoes including Wilson’s Congress call, German war commentary, Red Cross flour aid, burglaries in Canton area, Graf Zeppelin’s spring flight, and retirements in Wooster postal service.
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Ohio
Justus
E. S. Young
Fostoria
Smith Farm
Fultonrd
Canton
R. H. Bulley
South Cherry
Extension
American Red Cross
C. D. Hinds
Glen Ol
A. L. Butler
Clarendon Ave
Jesse Beadle
Fawcett Ot
E. C. Smoot
Richards
A. R. Houtz
12Th St
Graf Zeppelin
Pernambucco
Brazil
James A. Shamp
Wooster
French Court Defies Hitler as Riom Trial Proceeds
A 1912 New York Tribune analysis reveals the Riom court defies Nazi aims by trying defendants for not defeating Hitler, praising French resolve and highlighting missteps by the Roosevelt administration and U S policies on aliens, civil defense, and civilian leadership.
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Itler
Riom
M. de Brinon
Hitler
M. Daladier
M. Blum
M. Guy la Chambre
France
Poland
Riem
Vichy
Gift Dogs By Truman Twill: The Gift Dog Dilemma
A humorous yet somber meditation on the gift dog problem as Rover the dog misbehaves at every turn. The piece argues the dog bears no fault for owners’ misfortune and that discussing the issue is too painful and complex for humans.
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Truman Twill
We Repeat An Honest Lottery For Army And Navy Aid
A historical note argues for a national lottery as relief funding for the Army and Navy. The piece advocates a fair trial approach and emphasizes honesty and practicality in funding measures during wartime.
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Army
Government Lottery for War Relief Opinion Piece
Damon Runyon argues a wartime government lottery could raise vast funds for relief and hospitals. He notes existing lottery-like gambling across the country, discusses tax treatment and prize structure, and urges a potentially brief congressional bill to test legality and public reaction. He suggests large prizes, source taxation, and possibly Defense Bonds as awards. The piece reflects 1942 wartime sentiment and policy discussion by King Features.
Little Problems Count By Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett urges citizens to vote in school elections and handle small duties despite heavier worries. She argues small civic acts protect liberties, prevent war fever, and support children, stressing responsibility beyond defense labels. The piece includes quotes from W E Cosgrove, James A Farley, and Dr Frank Kingdon.
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America
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