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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1918
Page
8
Dy J W McCarthy receives P D Commission naming him qualified postmaster of Mid City. The official document bears seals and ribbons and cites Hon Woodrow as President. The appointment, made in late summer, designates McCarthy as focal custodian of the government building.
Daniel J McCarthy received his commission as postmaster of Middletown and he plans to assume duties promptly with no delay. Former ticket agent and longtime railroad employee McCarthy has deep Democratic ties and broad business support in Middletown. The report notes a war poster exhibition at Central Bank Block inviting the public to view the government’s finest poster.
Harold G. Baldwin of Hartford and formerly of this city, son of D. M. Baldwin long connected with the Omo Mrg Co, has been promoted from first lieutenant to captain of the Machine Gun Company of the 166th Infantry, 42nd Division. He writes of serving in front line trenches just before the armistice was signed.
The river near here is nearly clear of ice after a Sunday arrival from New York aboard the Sunday boat reaching B.5 with freight. The Comet carried two barges upriver on Saturday night and returned to Saybrook at 3 15 Sunday afternoon with three empty barges.
Merchants may secure $500 in ready cash for six or twelve months. Flexible repayment plans weekly or monthly. Learn more about Morris at 269 Main Street.
Ed Cross leads a Christmas Red Cross roll call urging residents to join as members not just donate. The drive, run by 20 captains and 250 lieutenants across Middletown streets, reports near 100 percent participation with 1 209 posters distributed and supplies delivered to 18 county chapters.
Public press notes the Connecticut Company faces a broad rail transit crisis shared by many systems. Higher wages and material costs, plus state burdens, explain earnings declines in 1918. Payroll rose by 740000 from 1917, outpacing a 506000 revenue drop and negating six cent fare gains.
The Hartford Press Club adopted resolutions in memory of Wallace J. Brynmer late of The Hartford Courant staff who died overseas in the service. Brynmer a Wesleyan alumnus once worked for The Evening Press in Middletown and is remembered as a patriotic martyr with a kind hand and truthful, unblemished heart.
Mrs. French, mother of Mrs. George A. Hubbard of Farm Hill, is in her eighty fourth year. Her pig was butchered Friday at 256 days old and dressed at 283 pounds. Live weight would have about 325 pounds. The animal came from Killingworth last spring where it started at Fairview Farm.
Neville's Candy Shop advertises rib bon candy with sugar restrictions off and promises around the clock production for trade. It promotes bulk and package options and invites orders from the makers at 366 370 Main Street, Middletown.
The mother of Sergeant Arthur Bjornberg of South Farms received word of his death from pneumonia in France on October 22. He previously served at the Mexican border and enlisted from New Britain.
Brotherhood meeting set for Tuesday evening at 7 30 and regular weekly prayer service planned Wednesday at 7 30.
A collage of short notices and ads lists resignations, society meetings, genealogical notes, and upcoming events. Mrs Mary O C is noted as deceased’s administrator. Red Cross work to be done by Ladies Aid at Mrs C P Thain’s home. Pythian Sisters events and a set back party announced. Colgate student Philip Griffin returns for his mother’s funeral and will Muster out soon. various shop notices, holiday prices, and local personnel changes fill the page with names, places, and seasonal appeals.
A Christian community service at the Methodist church featured Rev. Mr. Hall of North Congregational church delivering a sermon on We Are Witnesses of These Things. He urged members to bear witness to Jesus Christ and sustain the kingdom’s growth through faithful action. Music included He Will Hold Me Fast. A Christmas carol service will follow next Sunday with carols and a Christmas story by Rev. Dr. German.
A sizable number in the section suffer influenza, with severe cases among the Harris and Gilbert families. Farmers capitalize on tobacco weather, stripping leaves as sales are slow. Mrs Brock recovers from the flu, while Lewis Daniels now operates the Milbrook milk route. The Lees move into a new home near Edward Lee’s residence.
The First Methodist Episcopal Church lists a Wednesday 7.30 mid week service titled Paul’s Joy in Christian Influence. Thursday 3.45 includes Girl Scouts in the chapel. Friday 2.30 is the Ladies' Aid Society meeting at Mrs Harrington 203 High Street for Red Cross sewing. Saturday 4.45 orchestra rehearsal omitted.
The Salvation Army plans a basket dinner for the district's needy as a Christmas custom. Those who know of any deserving families should contact Captain Fry with all names due by Friday, December 20. Captain Fry can be reached at telephoning 881.
The Junior Clericus from this diocese met today with Dean Ladd at the deanery. Dr. Percy Dearmer delivered a talk on the Conduct of Church Worship. Attending from the city are Dean Ladd, Prof. Hedrick and George B. Gilbert.
An advertisement promises instant relief for indigestion gas upset stomach and heartburn noting relief is available without waiting. It mentions belching acids undigested food and stomach distress as common symptoms and promotes a quick remedy.
A tablet of Papes Diapepsin ends digestion distress quickly. The pleasant harmless tablets ease upset stomachs at once and cost little at drug stores.
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