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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1950
Page
1
South Korean forces push deeper into North Korea beyond the 38th parallel with 3rd and Capital divisions overrunting the border. U.S. 3rd Infantry Division joins allied peacekeepers as weather blocks air support and a Red convoy near Pyongyang is sighted then obscured. Reports note suspected atrocities and ongoing supply movements from Manchuria.
The Vienna seizure report notes over 1,000 Communist demonstrators stormed the main post office and telephone exchange in Wiener Neustadt and that 7,000 protesters marched on Vienna to back a pay rise strike. Police clashed as demonstrations spread, while British and Austrian officials sought to calm the unrest amid warnings of strikes being limited to Soviet zone plants.
The Marine Corps reports 2357 total casualties in the Korean War through September 25 including 346 killed in action 66 died of wounds 1901 wounded but living 30 missing in action and 14 non battle casualties. The force total in the theater stands at 31527.
Maj Gen Merwin H Silverthorn told a congressional committee the Marine Corps aims for 166,155 men by June 1951, enabling two full combat divisions and 18 air squadrons at partial war strength. He said 13 reserve fighter squadrons would be called up before Jan 1 as airpower expands. Vinson plans to push Marine buildup when Congress reconvenes late next month and seek necessary funding. The Air Force also signals expansion beyond 69 groups. The Marine Corps stood at 74,366 on the outbreak of the Korean War on June 25, with 7,281 officers and 67,085 enlisted.
Defense Department casualty list No. 114 released names of 440 service members. Among them 117 were killed, 236 wounded, 69 reported missing, and 18 injured in war zone incidents.
In the World Series opener at Shibe Park Philadelphia, the Yankees scored in the fourth to lead 1-0 as Bobby Brown doubled, moved to third on Hank Bauer’s fly and scored after Jerry Coleman’s outfield can. The Phillies prepared for opening day amid sold out seats and national attention.
A fragment argues that the Taft Hartley Act is mischaracterized as a slave labor law and challenges readers to cite the specific paragraph supporting that claim. The note mentions Timken Roller Bearing Co. as the source of the quotation.
The United Steelworkers will begin wage negotiations with Timken Roller Bearing Co. on October 23 as part of the contract timeline. Union leaders in Atlantic City are shaping policy ahead of the talks, while Timken confirms the early start. The union recently rejected a 5 percent raise offer due to strings attached, and planned to reopen bargaining 60 days before March 1.
Timken Roller Bearing Co officials said roughly 5 percent increases will apply to tapered roller bearings removable rock bits alloy steel and mechanical tubing on shipments dated or after Oct 9. Detailed net prices are being calculated and will be provided to customers soon. The rise reflects higher raw material costs and increased production expenses.
The area ends a spell of warm days as Ak ron Canton Airport records predict frost in low-lying areas tonight with temperatures in the mid 30s. Thursday will bring fair skies and continued cool conditions, noted by public stenography sources.
Weis lays out Canton civilian defense plan with division chiefs led by Police Chief James B. Quilligan and Fire Chief Laurence Maloney. Five member advisory council includes Mayor Nichols and Safety Director Weber. Weis stresses Stark County integration and public education to avoid hysteria amid possible atomic attack.
A condensed listing notes sections from the day's paper including Amusements with comics, a death notice, an editorial by George Sokolsky, markets and financials, radio and television, social news, sports, and a weather report.
Two trainmen were injured when an eastbound Pennsylvania freight hit a westbound Baltimore and Ohio freight at Uhrichsville at 11 35 am. Amos R Baxter 33 of Worthington brakeman suffered a leg injury while Charles White 39 of Pataskala a facial and hand injury. Ten cars of the B&O and nine cars of the Pennsylvanian derailed and a diesel engine caught fire. Fire departments assisted and the injured were treated at Twin City Hospital Dennison.
Factory representative will be present Wednesday at Thurin Loom to showcase Wanda Were woven washable cotton rugs in a display of colors.
The A F L International Brotherhood of Blacksmiths Drop Forgers and Helpers was authorized to negotiate a union shop with Diebold Inc at the two Canton plants in a 618 to 137 vote with 5 challenged ballots. About 839 workers were eligible to vote. Negotiations on a bargaining agreement will open Friday at 1 30 p m.
Canton Wallpaper Co offers 50 percent off entire stock of fine wallpaper designs at 209 6th NW with phone number 67995 ad.
Harter Bank and Trust announces personal and automobile loan options with straightforward approval terms. Mem F.D.LC. ad.
Washington Oct 4 AP Turkey accepted an invitation to be associated with Atlantic Pact defense planning in the Mediterranean area. It stops short of full NATO membership and the exchange of notes between Secretary Acheson and Turkish ambassador Feridun C Erkin was released by the State Department. The council views association with Mediterranean defense planning as contributing to regional security.
WO servicemen from Canton and New Philadelphia were reported wounded in Korea. A letter to Mr. and Mrs. William Albert of 342 Webster Ave. confirms their son Pfc. Willard Albert was wounded but not seriously and is hospitalized in Osaka, Japan. He trained at Ft. Knox and served in Japan before Korea. Pfc. Cercone, 20, of New Philadelphia, wounded Sept. 23, is with the 3rd Engineers Combat Division and recovering in Japan after more than a year in service. Korean casualties from the area now total 55.
An OCR snippet lists brands RCA Admiral Motorola Crosley Capehart Fada Raytheon and notes immediate installation. The fragment includes a Home Furniture address at 229 Market Street and a Sad Try Ferraro's Italian bread advertisement appears alongside.
U N paces toward a showdown vote on opposing Korean peace plans. Soviet Foreign Minister Vishinsky blasted the eight nation proposal as preserving American occupation and urged a neutral outcome. Western backers expect a decisive defeat of the Soviet plan while Yugoslavia and India seek subcommittee talks.
The Stark County health department announced three new polio cases today, raising the county total to 28. Patients are James Loutzenheiser, 11, of 835 Trump Rd NE. Richard Weidman, 8, of North Canton. and Frank Bader, 31, of 1422 1st St NE Massillon. James and Richard were treated at Aultman Hospital, while Mr. Bader is at Children's Hospital in Akron.
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