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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1918
Page
7
Reported dispatches describe ongoing war fatigue and stalled operations amid poor weather. Rumors of a January Austria breakdown fuel uncertainty while German peace overtures show a guarded, fragile desire for settlement. Information remains incomplete and subject to doubt.
An ad extols making Pinex based cough syrup at home for about 65 cents yielding a pint, claiming rapid throat and lung relief. The rest discusses President Wilson, Chamberlain, and a proposed 10 billion dollar war loan, with tax, banking, and economic outlook notes from Henry Clews.
Washington dispatch reports James W. Gerard denied seeking to testify at the Senate War Inquiry. He communicated to Secretary Baker, released by his daughter, stating he inspected Camp Upton and found conditions excellent and praised the work if other camps match.
Ayer Massachusetts January 26. The appointment of Col. George H. Estes as secretary of the new war council was announced at Camp Devens tonight. Estes has been director of military police and trains at the national army cantonment.
Marian arranges a smut weekend party while Jack is away in Washington. Tim worries about being left alone as others prepare to depart by train or car. A vivid description of a blue satin hat with amber bead detailing appears as a dressy plan unfolds and letters await writing tomorrow.
Hartford January 27 William H Segar of Lebanon and George Cavanaugh of Farmington were arrested by state police at Unionville on charges of embezzling between eight thousand and nine thousand dollars from the East Hampton Bank and Trust Company. Both men held bank accounts and it is alleged they manipulated these accounts to commit the theft Segur, a road contractor, is named as principal in the operation Cavanaugh is described as his employee The pair were locked up awaiting further proceedings
The New Bedford and Fall River textile councils voted to ask manufacturers to compensate workers for time lost due to the fuel shutdown. If refused, operators will push for higher wages, the joint councils reported.
A man recalls years of marriage, noting how the balance shifted as time passed. He reflects on roles, communication, and the moment he let his wife have the final say, shaping their relationship after twenty years.
Governor Marcus H. Holcomb issues a wartime fuel curtailment proclamation setting retail business hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 10:30 p.m. closing for public entertainment and certain shops, with exceptions for hotels and eating places. The measure urges theaters to end shows promptly and to aid fuel conservation through March 30, 1918, in Hartford.
A blaze swept the Paylor building in City Square Taunton Massachusetts today destroying the largest business block. The structure housed twenty stores and offices with losses estimated at 175000 dollars.
Petrograd reports from the Smolny Institute that Bolsheviki troops have occupied the towns of Krementchug in Poltava province and Pultivl in Kursk province. The dispatch notes the sweep as part of ongoing Bolshevik advances in the region.
Hartford January 27 Lieut Col George M Cole USVA was elected commander of the Connecticut commandery Military Order of Foreign Wars at the annual meeting Other officers were chosen Wines commander Major award Gaptain Howard Al Giddings treasurer Lucia B Barber chaplain Rev Alexander Hamilton Secretary reg
A reader letter from Harbor, Maine praises Drue's Elixirs, claiming it cured a saved child after six doctors failed. The note describes worm symptoms and stomach regulation benefits, urging parents to consult dealers or mail order for the remedy.
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