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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1918
Page
2
Admiral Beatty addressed the sixth battle squadron from the Grand Fleet in New York praising their efficiency and discipline. He called the day historic though frustrating as German ships were forced to retreat. he urged the squadron to carry the fleet’s prestige home and to convey his gratitude to Atlantic Fleet comrades.
Meriden voters backed the Republican party in the December 18 city election. Every Republican on the city ticket won, with only one ward returning a Democratic alderman and councilman. The main contest was for city clerk Herman Hess, a 32 year officeholder, narrowly defeated Harold C. Hall by 24 votes.
John W. Davis, newly appointed American ambassador to Great Britain, presented his credentials to King George at Buckingham Palace. He succeeded Walter Hines Page, who resigned due to ill health. Davis arrived with President Wilson on the voyage from New York to Brest before traveling to England.
Union leaders threaten a New York harbor shutdown as the federal ship workers seek arbitration for wage demands. The ultimatum calls for workers to cease all activity if arbitration is not granted tonight, potentially halting port operations tomorrow.
Captain Hugh of the Denadian expedition, wounded at the Somme in 1916, arrives in Losteerd seeking guidance on War Law Campaign procedures in Cent to ensure future allied plans succeed in the W. 8. 8. en anada, which began in December.
A fatal fire at a six story brick building at 301-303 Adams Street Brooklyn claimed one fireman and left another seriously injured. Captain Joseph Walsh identified among the fallen, with reports noting the loss amid the blaze and ongoing efforts to determine exact circumstances.
A fragmentary OCR line hints at a twenty car house in by a party named Bae or similar, with unclear wording and missing context. The readable bits suggest a transfer or sale action but no concrete entities, dates, or numbers to confirm specifics.
Washington reports that the US government will not consider canceling vast allied debts. A former Wilson cabinet member said Britain France Italy and Belgium likely would not accept debt nullification even with offers to convert to long term loans. He noted postwar terms will shift to long term, low interest, with about 8.5 billion dollars in loans outstanding.
Hartford December decisions from the Connecticut Supreme Court of Errors include several cases with no error and others with error in part or new trials granted. Cases span Hartford New Haven Fairfield and Litchfield counties, involving corporations, individuals, and town disputes.
Paris reports that the General Syndicate of French hotel men will not employ or serve natives of enemy countries for ten years. The move will be shared with allied hotel workers organizations. American soldiers flood the Murat palace with battlefield souvenirs for President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson, including a German officer's helmet and revolver, to be sent to the White House in Washington.
Health ad urges vigilance for liver symptoms like head pain and upset stomach. It promotes Beecham's Pills as a quick remedy to stimulate the liver ease digestion regulate bowels and improve overall well being with a small dose.
Community notices from Middletown Cromwell and East Haddam region report flour and groceries prices, pond fishing disputes, local anglers, a 90th birthday, and ongoing club and association meetings. Mentions Philander Vail, J Warren Coulston, Great Hill pond, Connecticut River canoeists, and school/youth activities with lectures on gold and silver value.
Paris report from Dec 18 cites Figaro statistics showing the Big Bertha long range gun killed 196 and wounded 417 in ten months of the war. German bombers killed 206 and wounded 392 in the same period. Bombs dropped on Paris totaled 45 in 1914, 70 in 1915, 61 in 1916, 14 in 1917, and 396 in 1918.
A vintage advertorial touts Dr McKee’s Cough Syrup available at druggists and grocers for 25 cents. It playfully reassures readers that the coughing incident wasn’t you, urging purchase as a remedy.
Delegates from the American Jewish Congress will urge the Versailles peace conference to recognize Jewish aspirations for a free Jewish commonwealth in Palestine. Seven representatives will be sent to Europe to cooperate with other Jewish groups and promote reforms adopted by the congress. The resolution was read by Professor Friedenwald of Columbia University.
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