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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1950
Page
6
Daily and Sunday Canton Repository listing, established 1815 with history notes, rates, addresses, and contact details for subscriptions and advertising. Includes Associated Press affiliation and office locations. Day: Monday October 16, 1950.
The piece argues the Ohio race hinges on organization and turnout, not speeches. It contrasts Taft and Ferguson, noting union-backed power and Taft’s weak get-out-the-vote network, with election day three weeks away and mobilization as the decisive factor. The writer predicts continued rhetoric but emphasizes voting efforts as the ultimate determinant.
The piece recalls Pearl Harbor captains Navy Rear Admiral Husband E. Kimmel and Maj. Gen. Walter C. Short and notes Washington’s failure to act. It links unification to such lapses and cites MacArthur's Tokyo HQ and CIA as blamed sources. It also mentions Willoughby reporting Korea intel and suggests officials discuss naming fall guys to absorb responsibility.
NDREI VISHINSKY told the U N General Assembly that the tough U S policy after F D R’s death has hurt peace prospects. He argued Russia seeks cooperation, while Americans shifted toward hostility to the Communist party. He warned cooperation with any Communist government would remain impossible due to the party’s fixed aim. Nellie is portrayed as a grown, disenchanted figure in this commentary. Jimmy Roosevelt opposes legalized gambling in California.
The piece argues military decisions should be secrets when beneficial, noting Yalta as a dual military and political case. It cites Roosevelt and Stalin, warns on distrust if exposed, and advocates Congress leadership under Stassen while emphasizing nonpartisan national welfare.
Dewitt Mackenzie recalls C E Montague, a brave front-line figure who dyed his hair to enlist, yet he shows fear in personal danger and gentleness in friendship. The piece argues real heroism lies in duty under fire, not fearless bravado, noting Korean soldiers display courage without glamour or recklessness.
The Treasury must redeem billions in E-bonds beginning next year as deficits and borrowing rise. Options include paying holders and selling new bonds, exchanging for a longer term, or allowing cashing with 3 percent interest kept indefinitely. Bankers favor letting holders keep bonds for steady interest, reducing sale costs and inflationary pressure.
A column reflects on a soggy October Boy Scout camping trip and the value of roughing it. It notes fathers joining their sons later, praises Scout masters, and links outdoor hardship to self reliance and future security. It ends with a Martin Luther quote on prayer.
The piece argues Ohio voters face a stark choice on Senator Taft. It lauds his leadership and independence, noting he has opposed reckless party moves and defended constituents with principled judgments. It warns defeat would signal a sick democracy amid labor leaders’ smear tactics.
A humorous critique of National Letter Writing Week and the U S postal service by H I Phillips. The writer riffs on various observances, laments mail delays, layoffs, and policy moves while urging honesty about the state of the system and urging practical improvements. The tone is critical and satirical with strong references to Postmaster General Donaldson and Congress.
Casey Stengel is rehired to run the Yankees at a minimum of $65,000 a year with bonuses possibly reaching $85,000. The piece notes bets on Pigiwigi winning Belmont at $120 and Shad da Haddim’s mood, while a playful poem titled Casey at the Jackpot is mentioned.
A terse remark highlights a facet of reporting as the phrase suggests that Mr Vishinsky did not deliver an extended address. The line points to editorial choices in coverage and the limits of printed quotes in the record.
Century-old records show Congress approved land bounties for veterans with widows and heirs eligible to claim. Claimants may transmit warrants to the General Land Office to locate land in any state at no cost on suitable farming ground. Four decades ago an airship by Walter Wellman was seen near Sandy Hook during a European crossing attempt from Atlantic City.
Gen Isaac R Sherwood of Toledo, Civil War veteran and former Canton News-Democrat editor from 1888 to 1889, dies at 90. Also noting author Thomas Hardy unable to travel to London for Tess premiere as Mrs Hardy visits and approves Gwen Ffragcon-Davies portrayal.
Ten years ago thousands of Stark County young men registered at polling places for possible military training. Britain faced daily service costs of $30 million. Sir Kingsley Wood informed the House of Commons as the Masonic Grand Lodge of Ohio opened a convention at First Christian Church.
A 96 year old Glen Falls physician, H. V. Wade, collects on his life insurance and credits health to not worrying about heirs. A five year old girl, October’s favorite schoolgirl, carries three maple leaves to kindergarten. MacArthur readies for a drive after the 38th parallel crossing as North Korea remains silent on surrender talks.
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