Canton Repository Establishes Identity in City History
The Canton Repository marks its identity with a historic note dated March 30, 1815. The notice lists private phone access for all departments at extension 510, indicating a centralized communication point for readers and staff.
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Canton
Ohio Repository
Stark County Republican
Canton Repository & Reublican
Theanton Repository
Canton Dailyepository
Evening Repository
Canton Rep
Canton Daily News
Stark County Democrat
Great Britain and India face pivotal wartime bargaining
The dispatches describe Sir Stafford Cripps leading British talks with Indian leaders as the fate of India's millions hinges on the US Japan war in the Southwest Pacific. Britain seeks freedom promises for India, while the United States and Britain weigh air, sea, and land power to counter Japan, with Singapore’s loss altering leverage and timing for any relief.
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Japan
Asia
Sir Stafford Cripps
Britain
India
United States
Southwest Pacific
Singapore
Stafford
Germany
Great Britain
Best News Yet From Pacific Air Front
The air minister says American and Australian planes have won control of the air over New Guinea. Hold Australia as an air base to reach Java and Singapore, deny Japan gains, and fuel the war of attrition with more planes and pilots. If air superiority holds, victory on Bataan could follow.
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New Guinea
Pacific
Australia
Java
Singapore
United Nations
Japan
Southwest Pacific
Bataan
Fine Time To Be On Guard
An editorial cautions against labeling people with certain opinions as Nazi agents. It cites claims by the office of facts and figures and Vice President Wallace, warning such labeling risks suppressing open discussion. The piece urges vigilance to protect democracy and the American way of life.
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Office of Facts and Figures
Wallace
Hitler
Washington
Peoria
Martin Dies
Behind The News Sidney Hillman Won't Resign
Sidney Hillman refuses to resign as head of the labor division while reports say the division chief could be moved to a higher post. The dispute centers on leadership and organizational structure within the labor department.
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Sidney Hillman
Labor
Hillman Resignation Rumor Ties to War Labor Board Rumors
In Ashington on March 31 Paul Mallon reports Sidney Hillman’s resignation from the War Production Board labor division may be redirected to a higher post in the Roosevelt administration. The piece notes Senate opposition to labor changes, praise for 40-hour weeks, and wartime shifts including production and material uses, with commentary on labor relations and national policy.
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Ashington
Sidney Hillman
War Production Board
Donald Nelson
WPB
Hillman
Roosevelt
Congressional
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Keeping Off The Grass A Cautionary Rant On Deterrents
A humorous piece argues that simple string barriers fail to deter intruders who will ignore such limits. It contrasts grand steel and electric fences with a fragile, ineffective cord tied to stakes and kindling, mocking the impractical deterrent and human stubbornness.
Mysterious Gustavus III Coffers To Be Opened
Century old mystery from Gustavus III of Sweden involves coffers to be opened and inspected on April 30 after fifty years since his death on April 29 1792. The note details plans and historical context from a past era.
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Gustavus III of
Sweden
Thought For Today Quote From Shakespeare
A brief inspirational line echoes Shakespeare urging guidance in steering life’s course. The quote emphasizes seeking direction and control over one’s journey through challenges and decisions.
Pledge of Allegiance Text as Read in Schools
The article presents the Pledge of Allegiance phrase recited as a civic practice. It quotes the pledge in full and notes its intent to honor the flag and the republic with liberty and justice for all.
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United States of America
Jones and Jones and the Rubber Shortage Debate
Walter Lippmann analyzes the 1940-42 rubber strategy, detailing Secretary Jones and the War Production Board, the push for synthetic rubber, and the President's unclear accountability. He argues the President is responsible for Jones, but Jones for rubber policy, warning on elevated executive tolerance and weak subordinates.
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State Department
Japan
Congress
Jesse Jones
Mr. Nelson
Stettinius
National Defense Council
Jones
New York Tribune, Inc
Hall of Freedom Hosts Ohio Anti-Slavery Delegates
In 1835 the Ohio Anti-Slavery Society formed at Putnam Muskingum county and held its first convention in Granville the next year. Granville officials and 69 citizens barred use of rooms for the gathering, yet delegates arrived April 27 1836. The meeting was held in Ashley Bancroft’s hall amid hostile crowd action.
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Putnam
Muskingum County
Granville
Newark
Ashley A. Bancroft
Hall of Freedom
They Took A Chance Our Forefathers Were Alert To The Money Raising Merits Of National Lottery We Favor
A historical notice reflects on early attitudes toward national lotteries as a source of funds. It notes forefathers’ vigilance and support for the revenue potential while acknowledging concerns about gambling. No specific dates or names are provided.
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National Lottery
Our Republic
George Washington
United States
Washington, D. C
Frank Staples
North Ardmore
Los Angeles
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia
John Hancock
Farnell Hall
New Hampshire
Vermont
New Jersey
Massachusetts
Yale
Harvard
Army
Navy
National Lottery for Army and Navy Relief Proposed
The column argues a national lottery could fund Army and Navy relief, citing historical support from founders and figures like Washington Jefferson Franklin and Hancock. It estimates yearly revenue at least a quarter of a billion dollars, favors a government safeguarded wheel drawing, and notes prize bonds and Red Cross use.
Anything But This by Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett humorously contrasts Mrs America’s fierce kitchen loyalty with the idea of drafting women. Uncle Sam’s hypothetical plan sparks fear of losing Mary, symbolizing domestic freedom versus public roles as Mary could become a career woman, leader, or volunteer. The piece ends noting Mary as Mrs. America’s freedom from endless housework.
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R. America
Uncle Sam
Mary
Mr. America
Mrs. America
NEA Inc
Quotable wartime leaders rally in hard talk
The text cites Gen MacArthur praising Australian troops, Kelland accusing Americans of resentment at perceived misfortune, Churchill asserting UN victory requires united strength, and Sen Thomas praising congressional pressure on Congress. The remarks reflect partisan framing on wartime governance and unity.
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Market Avenue
Fifthtreet South
Ohio
Associated Press
Story
Brooks & Finley
New York
New York Central Building
Fidelity-Philadelphe Trust
Chicago
N. c Rm Ave
Cleveland
Euclid Aves Angeles
S. Broadway
American Newspaper Publishers Spries
Audit Bureau OF Circulation
NCIA
Paul Mallon
Ulwark
Sen
Elbert Thomas
Utah
Senate Labor Committee
Thomas
House
Sen. Thomas
Lhe
Treasury
Morgen‘thau
Fort Knox
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Tuman Twill
J. Frazier Willets
Navarrest
Joseph Naegellen
Fred J. Haldi
Cleveland Ave
Lake St
Crystal Springs
Marlboro
Waco
Shanghai
Ed A. Schauer
Bernard F. Reuter
Western Union
Central Power Co
Ralph Carnahan
Timken-Detroit
Shakespeare
America
Walter Lippmann
Panies
Banking and Currency Committee
Ecretary Jones
Senate
Arthur Krock
New York Times
Krock
By Galbraith
By Damon Runyon
Red Cross
King Features, Inc
Ruth Millett
They
Say
Douglas MacArthur
Clarence B. Kelland
Republican National Committee
Winston Churchill
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