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Newspaper

The Canton Repository

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1949

Page

5

House Studies U N Report on ERP's Success

Washington May 9 AP The House group on European recovery will study a United Nations report noting Europe will remain dependent on American capital for years The U N report from Geneva warns Europe faces a poor outlook due to a dollar shortage and disjointed economic plans It suggests the United States continue investment loans and a major program of capital investment abroad to develop Europe with three proposed solutions including a large scale American investment program and restructured aid to shift from emergency to steady dollars in the world system

Washington House United Nations Europe Gary Virginia Economic Cooperation Administration U.N Geneva International Organization’s Economic Commission For Europe United States Spain Commission U. S

Railroads Put Embargo On Shipments To Hawaii

The Association of American Railroads issued an embargo on shipments to West Coast ports bound for Hawaii at the urging of the Interstate Commerce Commission. The measure aims to prevent freight car pileups due to a Hawaii longshoremen strike, with military or government freight for army or navy ships exempt from the embargo.

Hawaii Washington INS Association of American Railroads Hawaiian Islands Interstate Commerce Commission Arthur H. Gass A.A.R. Car Division Army Navy

Weather Outlook Ohio Mixed Clouds and Storms

Weather reports forecast mostly cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms this afternoon tonight and Tuesday. Tonight's low around 44 degrees with a cooler Tuesday high near 65. Wednesday should be fair with little temperature change. Moderate temperatures prevail statewide with showers tonight and southeast risks tomorrow. Continuous cloud cover keeps highs near normal. Barometer reads 28.64 and wind 11 mph from north northeast. Almanac data and solar timings included.

Ohio Whreather Hw International News Service U. S New England Missouri Andrus

Washington Angles Prices To Drop By Year End

Government economists foresee a 5 to 7 percent US price decline by year end with a May uptick then steady drop. unemployment areas shift urged. Forrestal world trip discussed. Lucas may resign as Democratic leader. miners publicity plan underway. Europe aid rises. Norway reports record production. consumer goods see declines across apparel and fabric.

Steffan Andrews Alliance Ashington United States President Truman Agriculture and Commerce Departments

Right Sized Bicycles for Children Warned by Toy Experts

Toy guidance council experts in New York urge parents not to buy bicycles or tricycles that are too large for children. They advise on appropriate sizes from 12 to 20 inches for ages two to eight, stressing proper bearings, balance, and safe use to prevent spills and injuries.

ATEW York Nana Toy Guidance Council Council

First Jaycee Student Pilot Makes Solo Flight

Jaycee plans to organize a flying club received a boost when member John Favrer of 326 21st St NW completed his first solo flight at Akron-Canton Airport after 8 hours 20 minutes of instruction by Jack Hoover. Free instruction is arranged for Jaycees who pay only for aircraft use from Air Services Inc.

Canton

Sanford George Jr Arrested On Burglary and Larceny Warrants

Sanford George Jr. 29 of the Arcade Hotel was arrested Saturday night on burglary and larceny warrants filed by Atlanta authorities. The suspect and two others arrested Friday on similar warrants were to be released today to Atlanta police.

Sanford George Jr Arcade Hotel Atlanta, Ga Atlanta

Stab wound at work wounds Guzman Cespedes at A&P

Guzman Cespedes, 22, of 1649 Spangler road NE, sought treatment at Mercy Hospital today for a back stab wound suffered while working at the A & P supermarket located at 1528 Tuscarawas Street East. He told police he bent to pick a price tag from the floor, then stood and collided with a produce knife carried by another employee.

Guzman Cespedes Spangler Rd Mercy Hospital Tuscarawas St E

Pickpocketing Arrest With Pickles Shocks Street

Frank D. Gay aged 50 of 203 Schau ers of SE was charged with intoxication and petty larceny after police found a gallon jar of pickles under his jacket in the 400 block of Cherry avenue SE. The pickles were reportedly taken from Victory market at 435 Cherry avenue SE.

Frank D. Gay Schauers Cherry Ave SE Victory Market

Dixie Senators Back Truman Trade Policies

Southern Democrats promise to back President Truman's bid to extend the reciprocal trade program in its original form. Senator George of Georgia expects Senate approval in about ten days, with Byrd of Virginia and Sparkman of Alabama pledging support. Republicans, aided by some northern Democrats, seek to retain 80th Congress era restrictions and the peril point provisions that require explanations if tariff cuts go below set levels.

Washington Truman George Georgia Senate Byrd Virginia Sparkman Alabama Congress Millikin Colorado

Test Vote Near On Israeli Bid For U N. Seat

United Nations General Assembly nears a vital test vote on Israel membership. Israel sources expect a comfortable margin above two thirds for final approval, while Arab and Moslem states prepare new attacks on Jerusalem and refugee issues. Evatt seeks Balkan dispute replies from Greece and neighbors after multiple conciliation talks.

Lake Success N. Y United Nations General Assembly Israel U. N Jerusalem General Assembly Palestine Assembly Herbert V. Evatt Australia Greece

Truman Jibes At Sen Byrd In White House Remark

President Truman attacked southern lawmakers, targeting Senator Byrd of Virginia, telling American Veterans Committee officers that there are too many Byrds in Congress. The remark followed Byrd's vote to block Mon Wallgren’s nomination to head the National Security Resources Board.

Washington INS Truman Senator Byrd Virginia American Veterans Committee Congress Byrd Senate Armed Services Committee Mon C. Wallgren National Security Resources Board Gilbert Harrison Los Angeles Veterans’ Group White House

Bullet misses baby in home window shooting

John Gadsten of 902 Sherrick Road SE reported to police that a rifle bullet broke a window at his residence Sunday morning and narrowly missed his sleeping baby. A dangerous incident investigation is underway with no injuries reported.

John Gadsten Sherrick Rd Mr. Gadsten

Traut to Speak on Human Relations in Industry

Conrad W. Traut vocational director of the Hoover Co will discuss human relations in industry at the Lions Club luncheon Tuesday noon in Mergus restaurant.

Coalition Girds for Fight Senate Showdown Near

A bipartisan drive to cut government spending faces a Senate showdown early this week as administration Democrats push for a vote on a labor and security funding bill already set for a 5 percent operating-cost reduction. Senators Byrd Green Ferguson O Mahoney Wherry discuss deficits taxes and the impact on foreign aid and economic policy.

Ashington Senate Ferguson Michigan Green Rhode Island

Coplon Defense Seeks Jury Trip to New York City

The defense in the Judith Coplon spy trial urged that jurors be taken to New York City to view locations tied to her arrest with Valentin Gubitchev, a Russian engineer. Judge Albert Reeves reserved ruling after defense counsel Archibald Palmer argued the trip would aid justice.

Washington INS Judith Coplon New York City Valentin Gubitchev Albert L. Reeves Archibald Palmer Palmer New York Miss Coplon Gubitchev Park Ave

Mill Worker Wins 29000 in Prizes on Radio Quiz

Lawrence millworker Julius Zurwell identified the voice of WWI hero Sergt. Alvin C York on CBS Sing It Again earning 29000 in prizes plus a 25000 cash possibility. He missed the 25000 by not answering where York trained, Camp Gordon Georgia, a record near-win.

New York Lawrence Mass Sergt Alvin C. York Julius Zurwell Columbia Broadcasting System York Zurwell

Kent State Alumni Chapter to Meet at St Pauls Parish House

Stark County Chapter Kent State University Alumni will meet Wednesday at 8 p.m. in St Pauls Episcopal Church parish house. Mrs. Alice Sheehan is program chairman.

Stark County Kent State University St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Alice Sheehan

Motorcyclist Dies in Crash Near Lakeville

In Shreve on Sunday night 24 year old Robert W. Hoover of RD 2 died when his motorcycle collided with a car on Routes 179 and 3 near Lakeville. Earl T. Bowley 22 of RD 2 Shreve said he swerved to avoid the bike which approached from the south on the wrong side, tossing Hoover head first into the car. Hoover died at the scene and the body was taken to Morgan funeral home.

Shreve E.S.T Lakeville Robert W. Hoover RD 2 Earl T. Bowley Route 179

Birthday celebration ends in stabbing deaths in cafe melee

Clarence Krese age 24 and his brother William 22 were killed along with friend Robert Hrdy 18 after a birthday party. Joseph Wales 18 remains hospitalized in poor condition. A quarrel outside a cafe sparked a brawl as six party members confronted two youths who fled in a car.

Clarence Krese William Robert Hrdy Joseph Wales St. Alexis Hospital Krese

City and Stark Traffic Injuries Include Two Children

Eight people were injured in weekend traffic incidents reported to police and deputies. Karen Faigley, 32, and Mary Faigley, both of RD 1 Waynesburg, were treated at Mercy Hospital for minor bruises after their car struck a filling station post in the 100 block on 12th Street NE Sunday at 11 05 a.m. Mary, driving, said brakes failed and she swerved to avoid another vehicle.

Karen Faigley RD 1 Waynesburg Mary Faigley Mercy Hospital 12Th St

Dispute Involving Signal Light Causes Shoulder Injury

Donald L Swingle 23 of 1239 High Ave SW suffers hip bruises in a 1:20 a.m. Sunday crash on 6th St and Dueber Ave SW while riding with Jack C Shirley 27 of 3223 2nd St NW. Dale L Rice 22 of 1536 Oliver NE drives other car. Both drivers claim they had green signal. Swingle treated at Aultman Hospital. Also Donald Wendel 4 of 2715 6th St SW treated at Aultman Hospital for forehead cuts after door closing accident on Route 62 at Richville per sheriff report.

Donald L. Swingle High Ave Jack C. Shirley 2Nd St Dale L. Rice Oliverl NE 6Th St Dueber Ave Swingle Aultman Hospital Donald Wendel Richville Sheriff’s Office

Youngster Hurt After Falling From Car On Sherman Church Rd

Harry Selway aged 2 son of Mr and Mrs George Selway of 1513 Garfield Ave SW fell from his father's car on Sherman Church road. He received treatment at Aultman Hospital for a scalp cut according to the sheriff's office report.

Harry Selway George Selway Garfield Ave Sherman Church Rd Aultman Hospital Sheriff's Office

Massillon Boy Injured In Auto Bicycle Crash

Thomas Hamilton age 15 of 614 Lincoln Way W Massillon was treated for head and knee contusions after his bicycle was struck by an automobile driven by Miss June Hane 35 of North Canton RD 7 at 4 30 p m Sunday on Roslyn Ave NE near Wales Rd NE Massillon state highway patrol reported

Thomas Hamilton Lincoln Way W. Massillon Massillon City Hospital June Hane RD 7 North Canton Roslyn Ave Walesrd NE Massillon

Mrs Nell W Preston Injured In Route 62 Crash

Mrs Nell W Preston aged 51 from Youngstown suffered forehead and knee bruises when a car carrying her and husband Lyle A Preston 52 struck the rear of a machine driven by Ethel Moulton 49 of Alliance on Route 62 Sunday at 945 p m, sheriff reports.

Nell W. Preston Youngstown Lyle A. Preston Ethel Moulton E. Grant St. Alliance Sheriff's Office

Car Crash Leaves 18-Year-Old With Scalp Wounds

James Lucas of 1290 S Lindennave Alliance was treated at Alliance City Hospital for scalp cuts after his car left Route 80 Sunday at 11 30 p m and struck a utility pole three quarters of a mile north of New Franklin, details from the sheriff's department show.

James Lucas S. Lindenave Alliance Alliance City Hospital Route 80 New Franklin Sheriff's Office

Three Guam Death Suspects Face Separate Trials

Three men charged with the criminal assault murder of Ruth Farnsworth were granted separate trials as an air force court-martial opened on Guam. Pvt. Herman Dennis of Texas requested a first trial, his half-brother Pvt Calvin Dennis of Maryland will be tried next, and Staff Sgt Robert Burns of Washington is slated to be tried after the others. They allegedly attacked Farnsworth, a Navy civilian employee from San Francisco, and left her dying in Guam jungle last December.

Scott Lucas White House Lucas Illinois Joe O’mahoney Wyoming Guam INS Ruth Farnsworth Air Force Herman P. Dennis Calvert, Tex Calvin Dennis Frederick Robert W. Burns Spokane Wash Farnsworth U. S. Navy San Francisco Guam Jungles

Harry Aman Dies Plowing Field At 62

Harry A. Aman, 62, of 3525 Martindale Road NE, collapsed on a tractor while plowing a field in the 1000 block of Colonial Boulevard NE and was pronounced dead on arrival at Mercy Hospital at noon. He was husband of Virginia Aman. Body at Arnold Funeral Home.

Harry A. Aman Martindale Rd Mercy Hospital Mr. Aman Colonial Blvd Virginia Aman The Arnold Funeral Home

Dog bite injures woman on Clarendon Ave

Mrs Elizabeth Poffek aged 57 of 1717 Alden Ave SW was treated at Aultman Hospital Saturday for an ankle laceration after being bitten by a dog in the 2000 block on Clarendon Ave SW police report indicates the incident occurred in the afternoon.

Elizabeth Poffek Alden Ave Aultman Hospital Clarendon Ave

Injured Man Falls at Knights of Columbus House

Rocco Serena aged 51 of 1215 3rd street SE was treated at Mercy Hospital after a fall down stairs at the Knights of Columbus at 327 6th street NW. Police reported eye and nose lacerations from the incident that occurred early Sunday.

Rocco Serena 3Rd St SE Mercy Hospital Knights of Columbus 6Th St NW

Also Mentioned on This Page

House Studies Geneva Commission Russia Canton and Vicinity U.S. Weather Bureau Akron-Canton Kent State Univ. Canteen United _ High Conch Bismarck Boston Colum Dayton Denver Detroit Louisville St. Paul Pittsburgh Tucson Tempelhof Berlin U.S W. Fleck Akron Virgil Benson Russell, Minn William H. Stokey San Antonio Tex Defense Forrestal Johnson George Creel John L. Lewis Mine Workers Uncle Sam Germany Army Signal Corps ECA France Norway Federal Reserve Board Jaycee Dixie Sen Vijaya Lakshima Pandit India Jawaharlal Nehru LaGuardia Field Rita Coalition Girds For Fight North Atlantic Alliance Wherry Nebraska Coplon Wayne
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