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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1919
Page
1
Reports from Paris and Washington detail the immense 63.2 billion dollar French debt burden covering army and navy costs, national loans, and territory restoration. Officials discuss potential League of Nations action and anticipated German surrender terms ahead of April 28 treaty presentations.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a reply in April, with cheers and implied acknowledgment. No clear names, places, or events available to define a full summary.
A Boston mass meeting of striking telephone operators centers on allegations that Postmaster General Burleson tried to bluff Secretary Tumulty to obtain a wage schedule and a secret recommendation to the wire control board. Gallivan asserts Tumulty will help the girls, while Burleson is accused of pressuring Tumulty. The dispute involves telegrams received by Miss O Connor and orders to return to work.
A snow storm hit St Johns on Good Friday, bringing sleet and delaying the planned trans Atlantic flight by Hawker and Raynham. Officials suggested a noon start if conditions improve, else postponement to Saturday. Weather authorities in London also warned this week’s bid may be prevented by conditions.
In Paris on April 18 Frank J. Gould was granted a divorce from Keyy Gould, a former New York show girl. The decree cites misconduct allegations and a 16 million dollar settlement from the Jay Gould estate. Gould owns a large castle at Maisonia butte near Paris.
In April the desperate Armenians and Syrians suffer hunger and exposure as casters wander seeking food. Christians forced to enter Turkish territory to survive, many from villages, with news of aid reaching Arcan and Armenian sources today.
A fragment notes a high school boys effort to break a strike impasse with unclear details. The readable items reference April actions and a handhling not fully determined, placing the event in a local school context amid ongoing labor tension.
Washington reports Mayor Andrew J Peters of Boston and Postmaster General Burleson discussing the New England telephone operators strike. Despite wage filing moves, operators vow to bargain only with a delegated driver. Violent clashes arise as strike breakers and college students are assaulted. one student severely injured at Malden hospital.
A German crew member named Heneris was moved to the Chelsea naval hospital after going insane at sea. The navy said Fischer tried to start a fire on the vessel but did not specify details. Several German sailors aboard transports were noted as needed for ship machinery on early trips.
J Alfred Roberage of Waterbury drove No 39080 into the guard fence on the Middletown Meriden road near Higby reservoir at 510 pm. The crash sent three men and fence wreckage into the water. Roberage was badly cut but able to be moved to Meriden hospital. Remains of the auto were hauled out by trucks from Stoddard and Meriden.
Four special war relic trains loaded with German captured material will tour New England from April 21 to May 10 as part of the Victory Liberty loan campaign. Each train carries heavy guns mortars rifles and other gear with guards and speakers aboard to promote bond sales. One exhibit features the Hinden Pill a metal enclosure once used by Hindenburg to view front operations.
War Department revokes prior restrictions on mailing parcels to Expeditionary Forces in the Surro region under Order No 2989. The move allows acceptance of seven parcels per shipment with stated addressee requirements and limits on contents. Details reference regimental actions and timeline tied to the contemporary military logistics.
Michaele Dwyer known as Mickey was jailed for sixty days on theft and intoxication charges after a raincoat stolen a month earlier was found with a third party. He admitted selling the coat for $2 to obtain liquor, saying a boy brought it to him to sell. Judge Edlin split the sentence into thirty days for intoxication and thirty days for theft. Paulo Cubeta had judgment suspended on an automobile law violation after a minor collision near St Elizabeths convent. A local citizen was arrested for intoxication and placed on probation for three months.
Bridgeport April 18 A strike has been authorized by the Bridgeport union of telephone operators. A committee including Miss Hva Porteus Miss Hermine Massits and Miss Mary McMahon will meet Hartford exchange representatives to present the unions demands and confer with Graphic Superintendent Frank L Moore in New Haven Wednesday afternoon.
A large audience gathers in New York as Thaw makes a social appearance with figures in evening gowns. The scene features notable attendees and a festive atmosphere amid preparations for the season, reflecting high society interest in the occasion.
In Westbrook, Judge Reed directed a verdict for defendant Henry Isaacs in Samuel Thompson’s $25,000 damages suit after the collapse of a house under construction. Isaacs, deceased, was not on site. the plaintiff’s contributory negligence was found to bar recovery. The case, not covered by workers compensation, may go to the supreme court on appeal.
Increasing interest in the Chamber of Commerce rally at the Grand theatre Monday night to inaugurate the Victory Loan. Rev Dr Percy H Bie former chaplain of West Point will be the main speaker. Meeting starts at 8 45. Tax deductions announced for individuals or corporations using the loan.
The Superior Court sustained the probate court’s appointment of conservator Isadore Bissell in a recent Sea County case. Judge Reed presided. the trial last week produced no memorandum of decision.
Readable details show an OCR fragment about pelts and a February reference. No clear names, places, dates, or events are extractable. The passage lacks sufficient context to determine a specific news item or outcome.
Yesterday the Evening Press officially transferred from IGEB King to Middletown Publishing Co. Elmér Burr Stevens and E. Stevens, two veteran editors, assume active direction. Broker John A. Carthy arranged the sale on behalf of Gerald E. King and partners, promising impartial, comprehensive coverage and community focus as the paper grows alongside Middletown. Local and national news will continue to appear in full, with the same editorial leadership and new improvements planned.
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