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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1949
Page
3
Dennis R. Smith laments the loss of traditional wooden tops once common in spring play. He recalls duels with sharp tops, Marsino’s 119 Cherry Ave SE as a last refuge, and how modern toys have replaced simple string spinners. The piece notes growing bans on classic games and contrasts with marbles, kite flying, jacks, and May walks fading from daily life.
Rear Admiral James L. Kauffman, a native of Miamisburg Ohio, retires as commandant of the Fourth Naval District after 45 years of naval service.
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