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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1919
Page
4
A public sale notice appears for Middletown at 299 Main St and 88 Main St. The ad mentions a cam tr Gee advertisement and a cowie verted as a classified matter. The sale date is on the day of publication.
Government weather report notes light rain or warmer spells tonight and Tuesday across ven and Connecticut. It cites a ridge from New York to North Carolina bringing pleasant conditions in some districts while a low pressure area over Iowa produces rain or snow in western and central regions. A storm is reported from Louisiana with temperatures rising toward the lakes and central areas expected to remain fair then cloudier.
Weather at Mt Higby reports a 38 maximum and 28 minimum with clear skies and northwest winds. The piece discusses a tightening ice problem and notes political debates on dry amendments and Prohibition, wartime food and price concerns, postal funding, and legislative peculiarities as Connecticut river projects, temperance issues, and transport plans loom.
Fragmented note argues that regulation of appetite by tokens, living will solve issues without hospitals. Predicts eventual perfect society but warns commercializers will exploit the idea of goodness for quick wealth, citing Billy Sunday era influence and resource wealth.
Former Director General McAdoo argues for a five year extension of Government control of railroads and coordinated inland waterways with the merchant marine. He urges policy aligned with the American people over rail and ship interests and highlights Ohio Mississippi valleys ports at risk without federal oversight.
The Hartford Post reports Judge Gager’s eloquent critique of democracy and his vivid courtroom phrases at a bar association dinner. He contrasted rapid democracy abroad with patient democratic development at home, warning that Bolshevism is democracy run amuck.
Cincinnati Reds star shortstop Billy Kopf is reported traded to the Brooklyn Nationals. The deal involves Kopf and another Reds outfielder, with the second player possibly Earl Neal or a Dodgers for First Baseman Jake Tommy Griffith, sent to Daubert.
The piece argues against internationalizing or neutralizing the Panama Canal. It recalls the Hay-Pauncefote treaty efforts, notes U S ownership and fortification rights, and asserts the canal should stay American enjoyed by world shipping and maintained as a national asset. It stresses that no divine right governs access.
Brotherhood meeting set for Tuesday at 7 30 and regular prayer Wednesday at 7 80 followed by official board at 8 15 A church council gathering is planned for Thursday at 7 30 with a welcome note about activities.
Amherst defeated Wesleyan 28 to 20 in a tight home contest. Captain Kennedy led Amherst with five floor goals and six from the foul line, while Travis starred for Wesleyan with 16 of their 20 points, despite a sprained thumb. Hartman and Dixon anchored strong defense as the visitors faded late.
Cromwell two pounds liver priced at 25 cents all week at Cromwell Cash Market. Extra items include native mealy potatoes red onions fresh eggs and feed supplies with assorted flours meal salt and bread products. Poem excerpt reflects autumn and loss with a somber tone.
Mishawaka Indiana resident Mrs. Sud a Oldpather reports severe female weakness kept her from work. After three months of physician care Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her and she can now manage the housework. The ad urges other women with similar ailments to seek relief and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts for guidance.
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