Hartford Post 1801 Ghosts and Newsprint Mixed
An old Hartford newspaper page notes its 1801 founding and largest Connecticut morning circulation. The item includes Associated Press credits, staff roles, subscription details, and an unrelated poem by John Kendrick Bangs about ghosts and memories.
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New York
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Chicago
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Asociated Press
John Kendrick Bangs
At The Breakfast Table Washington Star Parlor Musings
A column of witty aphorisms and social observations from the Washington Star, touching on politics, economics, religion, and everyday manners. The piece strings together quips about sugar shortages rhubarb drives spending taxes and the value of action over opinion, ending with a cultural aside from the Washington Star.
One Professor's Doings and Garfield's Five Day Shutdown
The piece recalls Garfield as a controversial figure blamed for halting industry with a five day fuel shutdown. It outlines a varied career from coal mining executive to lawyer, and educator at Princeton and Williams College, framing him as a college professor who presided over a broad range of public and business roles.
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United States
Woodrow Wilson
Harry Garfield
George Creel
Committee On Public Information
Aittle
Piney Fork
Ohio
Cleveland Chamber of Commerce
Cleveland Trust Company
Lake Michigan
Tle
Conneaut, Water Company
Citizen’s Association
Speaker Clark at 68 and a longtime House leader
The Washington Speaker Clerk of the House marks his sixty-eighth birthday. He has a long record with four terms as a speaker. Admiring voices noted a possible run for president, but the two thirds rule at Democratic conventions and the Balti more 1912 outcome favored Woodrow Wilson instead.
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United States
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Cooper
White House
Salvation Army War Work Appeal In Bridgeport
Local Salvation Army drive asks for 6000 dollars with hopes of private contributions doubling it. The article praises the Army’s vital wartime roles from front-line huts to support for British and American troops and stresses no duplication with other charities.
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Bridgeport
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Red Cross
Britain
United States
Unnecessary fears on trial of Baly Dol Thomas case
A contemporary argues fears of a verdict affecting colored people should ease. The writer regrets political ties to the case and notes it is now in state courts. He asserts the tribunals’ record promises justice and urges a prompt trial by May term to remove fears.
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Thonas
Thomas Dive
Wilson favors postponing military training issue
Washington correspondent notes President Wilson does not favor discussing mandatory training for youths now. While some lawmakers push for bills, Wilson says consider such questions after peace returns, arguing training could benefit only pacifists and that focus should be on prosecuting Greneer.
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Washington
New York Evening Post
Wilson
Unis
Greneer
Yhis
Deserving Praise for City Steno Siemon
Praise notes recognize Steno Siemon for faithful, efficient service during a severe winter. The tribute highlights his steady performance amid shortages and thanks him for handling the workload admirably for the city administration.
German Railways Strained by Coal Shortage in War
Washington reports in a German press review that Germany faces severe coal shortages caused by car shortages, reduced labor quality, and worn machinery. Despite increased locomotive and car production, winter transport lags, heating fails, and public mobility suffers as streets, trains, and trams lose power.
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Sick Doctors Reflect On Hidden Struggles And Privilege
A medical editor writes that doctors endure long hours exposure to illness and stress yet face constant judgments when they are sick. He argues clinicians are human, often underpaid and overworked, deserving understanding rather than blame for taking a sick day.
May Be Able to Save Steamer Sunk in Ohio River
The steamer City of Parkersburg sank in 30 feet of water in the Ohio River last night. Owned by Captain Saph Minerson of Pittsburg, valued at $50,000 and uninsured. Cargo, two hundred tons of merchandise freight valued at $200,000, insured partly. City bound from Cincinnati to Pittsburg, under Captain Orvil Noll, with 29 crew and one passenger, all escaped.
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Ohio River
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Parkersburg
Cincinnati
Fittspurgh
Auto Bandits Strike Jewelry Store in West Springs
Bandits robbed Shaw jewelry store taking several thousand dollars worth of gems. They fled in an automobile after gaslighting the area. In West Springs a welder, Henry A. Million, was killed in a later incident at Gilbert Street.
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Melgar
Shaw Jewelry Storo Atk
Thay
Syeindieht
Gilbert
Mion
Tirne
West Springs
J Wold
Kenry A. Millon
Your Health: Acne and Skin Troubles in Youth and Adults
A health note on acne and sebaceous gland disorders, describing varieties from oily scalps to facial pimples, blackheads, and crusts. It links disease to gland obstruction, indigestion, and hormones, and offers dietary and hygiene advice for management and comfort.
Republicans Seek Michigan Senate Seat in 1919 Race
The field for William Arden Smith's Michigan Senate seat grows with names like Chase S. Osborn, Patrick H. Kelly, Tred M. Warner, Truman E H Newberry, and N Ferris seeking renomination. Democrats list N Ferris as sole candidate while Indiana Republicans and Democrats in the House plan re‑elections. Ways calls for a patriotic party line to win the war, and transit changes in Bridgeport face slow action from authorities.
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Wiliam Arden Smith
Michigan
Nor Chase S. Osborn
Patrick H. Kelly
T’red M. Warner
Truman EH. Newberry Trott
Secretary of the Navy
Bridge N. Ferris
Indiana
House of Reptives
Wheat Exemptions Revoked By National Food Administration
The national food administration revokes wheat exemptions, affecting Connecticut only in regard to potatoes. Connecticut had used a 50-39 basis with potatoes as a one to four substitute. Now purchases of wheat flour must include an equal amount of substitutes.
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Warlford
March
National Food Administration
Connecticut
British Captain Dies in Prison Camp
Halifax reports the death of Cantata Osedar TI. Henderson, commander of the Berwick Lew, who perished January 31 in Karlsruhe Germany after being torpedoed December 3, 1917 in the Mediterranean. The fate of his remains and further details are not yet known.
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N. S
Karlsruhe
Germany
Henderson
Berwick
Missing Thin Thoughts On Loss And Growth
A reflective prose piece on missing things and the value of appreciation. It notes that absence teaches value, urges learning from loss, and encourages living wisely with what one has, while hinting at a broader perspective from a higher power.
Local Man Stephen J. Christian Joins Army Exemption Board
Stephen J. Christian of Smyrna Turkey area family and relations, reported as his folks murdered, joins military service. Exemption board in Massachusetts notes his background as a young man preparing for Camp Greene Charlotte North Carolina, amid Turkish link details.
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Mass
Stephen J. Christian
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