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Newspaper
The Canton Repository
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1950
Page
6
An editorial argues Americans neglect the vote even as they value it and fight for it. It critiques the direct primary and referendum for failing due to indifference, dismisses compulsory voting as a solution, and urges immediate voter registration to avert a breakdown of popular government.
The piece warns against overzealous red hunting across eras from the postwar South to early twenties intrigues and modern entertainment industry scrutiny. It argues fear can fuel zeal that tramples rights, urging balance between anti communist action and protecting the falsely accused.
The piece warns that Attlee’s plan to seize Britain's steel industry threatens socialist power and causes fear in the United States. It argues that both nations face a drift toward authoritarian rule, with politicians seen as more trustworthy than a propertied public responsible for deficits.
World War II pundits who predicted and second guessed now disappear at the start of the Korean conflict. As a cold gray dawn in September 1950 rises, armchair strategists are hard to find and only reluctant second Guessers remain, reflecting widespread frustration rather than indifference.
Walter Lippmann argues enlarging the American army in Europe is momentous and wise but requires informed popular backing. He warns against bureaucracy, potential ill will with locals, and dangerous doctrines like preventive war while stressing the need to defend the Atlantic community and avoid global overreach.
Editorial argues President Truman erred in elevating Gen. Marshall to secretary of defense while keeping civilian control weak. It faults the joint chiefs for Korea’s mishaps, suggests Marshall as military head instead, and urges retaining civilian leadership with Gray or Vinson in key posts to guard tradition and unity in defense. The piece warns of lasting precedent if military control expands beyond civilian oversight.
President Truman urged acceptance of public criticism at a Washington post office workers convention. He warned against excessive sensitivity, citing Lincoln Rockefeller and Ford as examples, and argued the test of leadership is handling mean-spirited abuse while delivering outstanding performance. He urged welcoming criticism and learning from honest critics.
George W. Belden arrived in Canton in 1827 as a typesetter for The Repository and later practiced law becoming prosecuting attorney and common pleas judge. The late E. J. Landor designed and built the famous Y bridge at Zanesville, pioneering its type globally.
The American Legion expanded influence after World War II with about four million members. Younger WWII veterans led reforms, creating unified anti-communist efforts, youth programs, and a Tide of Toys campaign. Erle Cocke Jr., a famed war hero, is poised to lead as national commander after a storied career.
Reader PAT MATTACHIONE argues for immediate ice facilities to boost profits and civic entertainment in Canton, stressing that more facilities benefit citizens and sustain hard work and leisure.
A satirical column envisions Bevin Schuman and Acheson hurriedly shaping postwar policy in austere rooms. The piece mocks luxury at the Waldorf Astoria, urging discomfort to sharpen judgment on Europe's fate, the Marshall Plan, and Allied decisions. It also notes Miss America results and a jab at auto financing under the Defense Production Act.
The U S Secret Service seeks twenty three additional men to guard President Truman, already protected by about sixty agents. Officials say extra efforts are needed to keep him from contact with writing materials and typewriters.
Shudda Haddim passed up Legs at 43.60 at Narragansett after attending a Miss America contest the prior night he said it gave him no hunch. The remark came from Associated Newspapers in a brief market note.
A century ago Ohio held a constitutional convention in Columbus that adjourned after 60 days. The body cost 35000 dollars and produced a 1000 page debate report, with plans to resume in Cincinnati.
The report notes that marines rather than press agents raised the flag on Iwo Jima and mentions Hats off to Hoboes of America Inc voting to support the Korean war effort, signaling a shift from their historic stance against effort.
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