U S Moves Toward Federal Hiring Control
The United States may assume control of hiring through the U S Employment Service, aiming to assign workers by priority ratings to meet wartime needs. The plan, studied by War Manpower officials and possibly enacted by executive order, seeks to curb wage bidding, prevent cross-plant poaching, halt migrations, and improve nationwide manpower data for the war effort.
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Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna with Syrup Pepsin
A vintage health ad promises constipation relief and stomach comfort. It touts Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna combined with Syrup Pepsin as gentle enough for children and suitable for upset stomachs, detailing how the preparation awakens lazy nerves and muscles to ease bowel movements.
Plan to Expand Federal Power Use in War Effort Sparks Debate
A broad government manpower and supply plan faces critique as it would compel employers to disclose detailed staffing and material needs. Proponents argue it would strengthen national power and enforce a coordinated effort, while opponents warn of overreach and potential coercion into labor actions and resource allocation.
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Mark Line
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Bricker Defends Civilian Defense Plan Amid McSweeney Attacks
Former Governor Vic Donahey backs McSweeney as capable and honest while Bricker, seeking a third term, blasts the opposing platform. Bricker points to Ohio’s civilian defense program as strong, claims opponents would cut local funding, and criticizes deficit handling without new taxes.
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McSweeney Campaign Gains Endorsements in Ohio Race
Democratic candidate McSweeney secures endorsements from four living ex governors and presses a western Ohio tour through Lima Piqua Sidney and Greenville. He accuses Bricker of war effort passivity and calls for easier voting access before the November election while labor supporters form local joint committees to mobilize workers.
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Kenton
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James R. McCamas
Ohio
Voice Of The People on Court House Dome Fate
In an October 20 1942 letter to the editor a county resident questions County Commissioner Oscar Dunn about the status of removing the Court House dome. The writer recalls a March proposal for plans and specifications that failed to move forward, notes ladders on the roof, and references an earlier architect statement that the dome is not in danger unless a tornado strikes.
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A. R. Webber
25 Coats Donated To The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army announced a donation of 25 coats from the Foster-Fitch Co. for distribution to needy families. The coats are for boys and are described as few in merchandise.
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Nine Survivors Of Small American Ship Reach Port
Oct 20 report from the East Coast notes nine survivors landed after a torpedo attack on a small American merchant ship off the northern coast of South America. The wrecked dome monument details and local officials are mentioned, with public sentiment and a controlled critique of Commissioner Dunn’s handling and the upcoming election. Monument keeper A R Webber signs the statement.
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LaFollette Opposes Draft Bill Dry Zone Rider
Senator Robert La Follette of Wisconsin argued against a draft bill rider that would create dry zones around army camps and air bases, saying it could harm morale and delay passage. He warned the issue distracts from the war effort and urged judging the policy on merit.
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Elyrian Cadets Commissioned as Second Lieutenants at Camp Lee
Camp Lee Va October 20 Six cadets and many others were commissioned as second lieutenants in the United States Army. The group includes David Wilson Beck of Dayton Day L Chase of Medina James Adrian Fisher of Lima Clifford Hanes of Dayton Clement Augustine Kiener of New Lexington Robert Sturgess Kuhn of Mansfield Walter Kupprecht of Marysville and Charles Gedalah Schenderman of 655 Osic streets.
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Medina
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Lima
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Clement Augustine Kiener
New Lexington
Robert Sturgess Kuhn
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Walter Kupprecht
Osle
Marysville
Charles Gedallah Schenderman
Osic
Ohio Tax Expert Warns Local and State Tax Dependence
Cincinnati October 20 tax commissioner Evatt cautioned Ohio in a speech to a tax association about a $20,000,000 surplus and the risk of centralized funding. He urged local governments to safeguard financial independence, noting state subsidies rose sharply since 1832, worsening local demand for state money rather than alleviating it. Dayton’s Sayle Smith, Wayne Snyder, William Tyree, and Robert Van Voorbis were named.
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Newark
Evatt Warns State Local Fiscal Independence At War End
Evatt warned that centralized finance should not erode the financial independence of state and local governments as federal tax burdens rise to fund the war. He described current state finances as a temporary offset to shrinking state revenues, urging tax policy balance during wartime.
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