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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1919
Page
4
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Weather at Mt Higby reports a max of 56 and min of 42 with 12 m 59 barometer 30 feet 4 inches and wind from the north clear conditions. A miscellaneous column follows mentioning taxes insurance and references to international affairs including Korea and China and domestic concerns about jitneys and bonds.
Preat Wilson asserts he is delaying peace and reporting that the commission on Nations stood before the plenary council. The president faced discouragement from fed friends and newspapers. The piece notes diplomacy risks and lack of courage to act, reflecting misfortune in departure for the journey.
Widespread public support greets the plan to register divisions and preserve their names as the army restructures toward a peace strength of 500000 officers and men. General March notes the War Department aims to maintain division integrity while downsizing. Indiana’s 150th field artillery is set to appear as a regiment and carry state traditions. Hoosier influence remains strong in regular divisions.
War era account describes a U S Navy unit adopting a slogan to stay focused and execute mining missions. Capt Reginald Belknap recounts joint British mine laying, a 1300 mine field, and a later American effort forging a 73 mile mine field. The narrative details a midnight departure and precise timing as ships planted mines along a patrol route near Norway.
Albany on April 19 Governor signed a package of bills approved by the Sunday session. The action expands state measures across governance and fiscal policy, affecting multiple departments and localities. Details include enacted provisions on administration and public services, with immediate implementation anticipated.
Baseball fans flocked to Braves Field as the 1919 major league season began with a doubleheader between the Dodgers and Braves. More than 5,000 Yankee division heroes joined the ceremony and flag raising, with four more games to follow this week as other clubs start play.
Harvard and Princeton crews trained today on the Severn River ahead of tomorrow afternoon’s regatta in Annapolis Maryland. A large crowd is anticipated to watch from the docks of a flotilla of submarine chasers as the springlike weather returns.
Alfredo de Oro world three cushion champion will face Bob Cannefax of St. Louis in a championship match at the Tyes Club May 1 2 and 3. Articles of agreement to be signed at the Friars Club this afternoon. Ready For Boat Race. Annapolis awaits regatta after practice spins as Princeton Harvard and Annapolis crews prepare on the Severn river.
Baltimore fans gasp as Babe Ruth, nicknamed the big locomotive, belts four home runs in a single game against the Orioles, highlighting his remarkable hitting ability.
Charles Tooin, ex Phillies manager, will run the Reading Club of the International League. He began duties today. Princeton versus Columbia at Southfield New York on April 19 marks their first meeting on a New York diamond in many years.
An early spring Springfield Aerblican commentary notes Europe's deep cynicism toward governments fueled by Bolshevist spread. It argues postwar peace fails to reassure publics, blaming lingering autocratic remnants and a Moscow influenced elite rather than Paris led policy. The piece warns of growing disillusionment shaping political futures.
Treasury official faces questions over irregularities in bond sales and funding routes. Investigators examine records tied to transfers, accounting gaps, and potential conflicts of interest within a public finance department. Authorities promise transparency as inquiries proceed.
Chester and area residents are hosting visitors from New Britain New Haven Hartford and Middletown over the holiday weekend. Easter services and concerts are planned at local churches with sermons on the Resurrection and a Easter concert. Deep River hosts a Monday night town hall event featuring the Deep River baseball boys in an entertainment fundraiser.
Moodus and surrounding towns report Miss Nellie Griffin departing for an over day vacation to New York relatives, Miss Carrie L. Bowers returning from visits, Mrs. Ida Gates visiting New Haven and Derby, and Columbia Lodge to confer master Mason degree next Monday. Veterans Association to meet April 21 at 4. Laura Lyman in town for throat treatment, Mae Egeter hosting an Easter guest, and Charles Zapp selling his place to pursue business in New York parties.
Mr and Mrs W Seaholm of Springfield Massachusetts are visiting their daughter Mrs A E Elmquist on Nordland Avenue over Haster Emma Gustavson of Cambridge Massachusetts visits town with friends en route to France in government service
Sunday morning Easter service at the Congregational church followed by Sunday school. Evening Christian Endeavor meeting at 7 30 features a children’s Sunday school concert.
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