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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1942
Page
4
The Canton Repository marks its founding in 1815 with a note dated March 30. This brief item recalls the long history of the Canton newspaper as of 1942.
The piece argues the Russians continue advancing west while cautioning that a German spring offensive could shift momentum. It notes German propaganda, British air power, Soviet resilience, and the broader Allied naval leverage, suggesting expectations may outpace actual gains in the evolving conflict.
Analysis notes the administration will not alter the 40 hour standard now and will quell House unrest on labor policy. It warns that continuing pay for overtime and holiday time is increasing costs, with the public bearing the burden. Spokesmen may reassure the misinformed public that hours policy differs from strict 40 hours.
The piece argues Vichy France is a German puppet, using Riom trials for show. It contends Washington risks being compromised by French actions in Martinique and shipping, urging vigilance against being duped by Vichy promises and warning that Germany seeks to exploit such moves.
A living room war discussion cites a General Motors booklet quoted by O. E. Hunt. It says automobile industry units no longer compete but jointly contest three other rivals who think they are champs. The piece frames the war as America's path to becoming a finalist in an elimination tournament.
In wartime dispatches Japanese radio propagandists press potential offensives against the Reds in Asia and a possible Amur river invasion toward Vladivostok. U.S. draft policy remains muddled with plans to raise 3.6 million soldiers this year, split between old and new registrants, while exemptions for labor leaders and media figures remain unsettled and depend on local boards.
The essay urges a calm, orderly protest against poor coffee, advocating polite complaints in restaurants and households. It argues that changing taste starts with simple actions, including describing bad coffee, requesting better brews, and praising good coffee to build a lasting standard for future generations.
A retrospective roundup cites 100 years ago Maryland court rulings ending state lotteries, 40 years ago a 5,000,000 foot log boom drifting to sea from Snows Island, Me, and wage hikes for Danner Manufacturing carpenters. It notes John Fry of W L E crafting wooden minnows, and John L D Smith moving to Milwaukee. Also 25 years ago Holmes Auto mobile Co buys Republic Stamping plant for over 300000, with international turmoil and a German-induced tanker torpedoing off Holland and Emperor William’s nervous breakdown amid London reports.
A severe windstorm in Ohio caused about $750,000 in damage overnight. Avon shop Negro messenger Thornton Clatterbuck says he was robbed of $145 by three bandits at Court avenue and 5th NW. Police plan a shooting contest to crown the department’s shooting champion.
Washington correspondent reports on the push to trim the civilian defense program from many banners to a four-legged focus on protecting civilian welfare. Critics note early chaos under LaGuardia and Chaney, but reform progresses under Dean Landis and now Paul V. McNutt, with fitness and education integrated to prepare for a long war effort.
The Beet Sugar association says Mr Henderson’s sugar rationing plan boosts homegrown supply. Beet sugar, produced in 19 states from Michigan to California, normally covers about 25 percent of U S needs and could rise to 40 percent in 1942, easing rationing. Consumers would gain nearly four billion pounds more sugar, about 30 pounds per person annually. Beet sugar matches cane sugar in appearance and value and can be used interchangeably for all purposes.
Side Glances outlines the Guthrie affair as a deep Washington issue beyond a single administrator. Guthrie, ex-WPB official from Paducah, pressed for rapid conversion of industries to wartime production, clashing with authorities and ending as head of a smaller clothing-texiles branch. The piece predicts investigations and notes broader impacts on management, labor, and war output.
A long form reconstruction describes Denver using a novel map to reveal a near utopian vision. The piece mixes historical urban planning ideas with speculative outcomes, highlighting how mapping shaped civic design and public space expectations. It frames Denver as a case study in aspirational city planning.
Damon Runyon recounts a graphic map from H A Gauthier and J W McElhany marking historic Denver locales from 15th to 20th streets. Highlights include the Silver Dollar and Tortoni’s floor dollars, the Albany hotel bar once Cody’s favorite, Soapy Smith’s Tivoli hangout, and Manhattan restaurant prices in 1910.
Ruth Millett portrays Mrs. X as a central town figure whose charitable leadership, public generosity, and war relief efforts elevate her status while exposing her opportunistic hoarding amid patriotic duty. The piece also cites statements by Price Administrator Henderson and U S Attorney Curran on wartime ethics and defense.
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