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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1919

Page

8

Automobile Gases TV Superior Court session listed

Donald T. Warner will come tomorrow for a session of the superior court three cases have been set for trial tomorrow before the jury Murray versus Ludwig Krenz Pistel against Ludwig spanion case this is the suit of C Pistel against Ludwig The suits arise from an automobile collision last summer Murray and Pistel rode a motorcycle and collided with a truck driven by a Hartford firm employee Damages claimed total more than 5000 dollars for wages clothing property and medical bills Judge G B Carlson presides for plaintiffs against Hartford firm Joslyn Hyde Hungerford Walter Gildersleeve versus Georgianna Wylie trial tomorrow M E Culver for plaintiff Birdsey E Case for defense There are no other cases this week Next Tuesday the jury case Charles C Sanford against Nellie H Bandall is set for hearing Also two court cases Frank Bond administrator versus H W Grant and Addison C Chapman against Thaddeus K Raymond Bandolini case stems from a fatal auto accident near Essex a year ago Hunt of East Hartford liveryman.

Donald T. Warner Becker Murray Ludwig Krenz Spanion C. Pistel Ludwig Pistel Krenz Piss G. B. Carlson Hartford 2 Ree, Joslyn, Hyde & Hungerford Walter Gildersleeve Georgianna Wylie M. E. Culver Tiff Birdsey E Charles C. Sanford Nellie H. Bandall Frank Bond H. W. Grant Addison C. Chapman Thaddeus K. Raymond Essex Mr. Hunt East Hartford

St Aloysius T A B Society Silver Jubilee Event

St Aloysius T A B Society plans a silver jubilee celebration tomorrow night with a decorated ballroom, novel dances, a special menu, and guest introductions. Final invitations to members and friends will be issued at this evening’s meeting. Vincent Lamb reported back from the 26th division after months in action at Chateau Thierry Chemin Des Dames Toul St Mihiel and Verdun. He joined the 101st Machine Gun Battalion in October 1917 and may not know his return date.

St. Aloysius St. Aloysius T. A. B. Society Vincent Lamb John Lamb Main Street Vincent Chateau Thierry Chemin Des Dames Toul St. Mihiel Verdun 101St Lamb Officers’ Training School

Society Card Tournament Opens With Four Teams Competing

The Odd Fellows Red Men Jr Mechanics and St Andrew s begin a society card tournament last night at St Andrew s eying the Odd Fellows at I C F social club. Richard E Mylchreest is official scorer and will ensure correct returns. Next Wednesday the Red Men meet the idr Mechanics at the Red Men s Social Club. Last night these scores were Odd Fellows 25 points St Andrews 18 points.

Odd Fellows Red Men, Jr Mechanics St. Andrew's St. Andrew’s I. C Richard E. Mylchreest Red Men Crib St. Andrews

False War News Sparks Panic in City Streets

An Italian woman in the north city was told by a Court Street visitor that her son’s boat had sunk in the war. She rushed through the street crying and into friends' homes before others stopped her and she learned such private military information would come only from the government and the press.

Court Street

Dark horse candidate looms as nightmare for rivals

A political dark horse emerges as a surprising contender, unsettling established rivals with unexpected momentum. Analysts note heightened scrutiny from opponents who fear an underestimated challenger could upset traditional power dynamics in upcoming contests.

Papes Cold Compound Claims Quick Relief From Grippe

An advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as fast relief for congestion runny nose feverishness sneezing and body aches. It promises to open passages stop discharge ease stiffness and enable rest with a few doses priced cheaply at drug stores.

Pape

Mischief Making Boys In Court

In Hubbard Street area officials from Kirby Manufacturing report ongoing mischief. Two 14 year old boys were arrested for trespassing on a tool-filled house. they admitted being on the property but denied damage. Joseph Merriam testified about local trouble, noting foreign youths present and oiling autos. After a lecture they were placed under probation. Richard Cotter, a tramp, was jailed thirty days with no solid Massachusetts address.

Hubbard Street Kirby Manufacturing Company Foster Joseph Merriam Kidney Richard Cotter Massachusetts

Dr Harte Lectures on War Prison Work at Wesleyan

Dr Archibald Clifton Harte LL.D Ph.D 92 chief representative of the International YMCA war prison work in Europe spoke in the chapel to undergraduates and faculty families detailing YMCA and Students' League aid to prisoners since 1914. He outlined camps in Germany and allied countries later focusing on Russia and Switzerland and urged lasting peace through allied unity and mutual respect.

International Y. M. C. A Wesleyan Archibald Clifton Harte Europe Harte Students’ League of America Dr. Harte

Day Nursery Needs Potatoes Apples and Clothes

In these hard prices the Day Nursery struggles to stock potatoes and apples for nutritious luncheons. Potato chowder is a key meal, and jelly or apple sauce optional. Donations of apples potatoes or jelly are welcomed. Children’s clothing is also needed as the marron encounters families in need. Every case is investigated and gifts distributed to best effect.

Reasons for Borrowing at Morris Plan Co

Last year the Morris Plan Co. made 399 loans amounting to 44050 for illness or death payment of debts purchase of coal use of merchants in business purchase of furniture purchase of motor vehicles repairs to buildings purchase of livestock liquidation of notes purchase of clothing use of men entering or leaving service moving expenses payment of taxes courses in education purchase of fertilizer reduction of mortgages start in business begin housekeeping. If you have a reason for borrowing call at 325 Main Street.

Morris Ftan Co Morris Plan Co Main Street

Letters Tell of Soldier's Death in War Letter from Private Valerius details Sergeant Grace’s death

Raymond L. Grace received a letter from Private P. K. Valerius of the 39th U S Infantry BEF giving particulars of the death of his brother Sergeant Joseph A Grace who was killed in action on October 12. Chaplain James R. Shanks also sent a note expressing sympathy and noting the body will be brought to America if plans are carried out. Grace had lived in New York before enlisting.

Raymond L. Grace P. K. Valerius U. S. Infantry A. BE. F Joseph A. Grace James R. Shanks Erica Sergeant Grace Grace New York

Motor Vehicle Examinations Schedule Across Towns

Examinations for motor vehicle operator licenses will be held weekly in multiple locations. Middletown Police Department hosts Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Old Saybrook Shore Line Hotel runs Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Deep River Jones' Garage operates Saturdays 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Chester D B E Smith residence Saturdays 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Middletown The Police Department Old Saybrook Shore Line Deep River Jones’ Garage Chester

Cut This Out It Is Worth Money Advertisement

Portable ad offers a mail return deal from 2835 Sheffield Ave Chicago. Enclose name and address for a trial package containing Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs colds and croup and Foley Kidney Pills for pain in sides back and rheumatism. Contains promises of beneficial remedies and a money value offer.

Sheffield Ave Chi Foley

City Briefs and Community Notes From Connecticut and New York

February events fill the column with dances minstrel shows and church meetings as communities share schedules. Union halls host whist socials and a parade of concerts while the temperance drive targets a large fundraising goal. Local firemen plan a minstrel at the T A B hall and a quarrel over advertising adds humor to the mix.

Chafee Skates at Pameadha Pond After Fifteen Years

Charles A. Chafee, proprietor of the town hotel, and Mrs. Chafee were seen skating on Pameadha pond yesterday afternoon. It was Charlie's first ice appearance in fifteen years and he easily cut figure eights without a fall. He declared he would go again, joined by many other Middletonians.

Charles A. Chafee

These Mattresses Springs land Pillows February Sale

A February sale offers mattresses, springs, and pillows at low prices. Advertised items include prices such as 7.95, 19.75, and 6.95, promising a restful night’s sleep at exceptional values.

Chamber of Commerce Notes in Middletown

John W. Rogers and Carroll A. Campbell attended the Common Council meeting to relay transport concerns from the Middletown Chamber committee. The board will discuss a homecoming celebration at tonight’s directors meeting. A Merchants Display Days committee for March 1922 is named led by Edward W. Johnson with several appointees. meeting Friday at 7 30 in the chamber office.

Chamber of Commerce John W. Rogers Carroll A. Campbell Common Council Middletown Chamber of Commerce Chamber Randolph S. Lyon Committee On Merchants Edward W. Johnson Edward P. Schaefer Robert W. Camp John A. Broatch G. Hubbard Leonard Albert Oderholz Champer

The Uneducated French

Negro troops from Louisiana bring some French familiarity from home but face adaptation challenges in the United States. A soldier explains that he learned formal New Orleans French from his father and struggles with everyday American speech, noting the difference in language use.

Louisiana New Orleans

Engaged: Miss Charlotte Moring to William A. Shanklin Jr

Mr and Mrs Henry Ernst Niese announce the engagement of their daughter Charlotte Frances Moring to William Arnold Shanklin Jr Wesleyan 18. The marriage ceremony will be held Saturday February 32 Gifford Avenue Jersey City N J.

W. A. Shanklin, Jr Henry Ernst Niese Charlotte Frances Moring William Arnold Shanklin, Jr Wesleyan Gifford Avenue Jersey City

St Aloysius Members Urged to Pick Up Event Tickets

St Aloysius anniversary committee asks members and friends to collect all event tickets from the committee office as final plans for tomorrow’s big event are confirmed.

St. Aloysius Ofice

Swedish Lutherae Church Notes

The Society Knighet will be entertained by Mrs Peter M Adamson and Mrs Edward Solomonson Thursday at 2 30 p m at the church parlors The Luther League meeting is postponed to Thursday evening the 13th Sunday evening 7 30 Mrs Ewald of Chicago will lecture on mission at the church Mrs Ewald president of the Women s Home and Foreign Missionary society of the Augustana Synod is a leading Swedish American speaker All invite to attend About 250 raised for the Avon Massachusetts orphans home quota of 300 expected within a week

St.Gilbert's Vicini New York Arrigoni Hotel Connecticut Odd Fellows’ Hall Busgett & Brooks’ Orchestra Tempo Quartet Meriden Apollo Temple Pythian Sisters Ladies’ Auxiliary A. O. H. Hall Main St William T. Lynch Peter O'Callaghan Russell Firemen T. A. B. Hall Girls’ Friendly Society of Holy Trinity Church Holy Trinity Parish House Methodist Church Stockbride Mass Massachusetts Conncticut Russell Mfg. Co Hahn St. John’s Lodge A. F Endman Chig’ Ward Russell Co. Fire Dept Adv Edward O'Connor New Haven George Cutting Main St. John’s Aid Society R. of C. Roome South Farms Silk Shop Russell Edmond Germain St. Francis’ Hospital Catherine Butte Sumner Street Edward Lindholm France War Department John T. Walsh S.—Adv Chauncey Q. Knight Loveland Street Russell Co Frank Smith Philip Dickinson John Smith Wilbur Hull Michael Nejako William Coleman Roy Young Daniel Smithwick James Bayley Crowley Ward Doherty Warmsley Krauth Daly Harold Smith Long George E. Wood Little City Tenn Middletown Baileyville First Division Albert Tewksbury Middlefield Chicago Fle Hose House Harris Simonson Hartford Lutherae Society Knighet Peter M. Adamson Edward Solomonson The Luther League E. Ewald Ewald Women’s Home and Foreign Missionary Society Augustana Synod Church Board Orphans’ Home Avon

St Andrew's Chapel Hosts Monthly Service Speaker

St Andrew's Chapel on Warwick Street will hold a 7:45 pm service tomorrow evening under the St Andrew's Men's Club. Dr Walter G Cady of Wesleyan University will lecture on Science and the War, a timely and instructive topic for the gathering.

St. Andrew’s Chapel Warwick Street St. Andrew’s Men’s Club Walter G. Cady Wesleyan University

Poslam heals sick skin and itching quickly

An old advertisement touts Poslam as a fast, safe remedy for blemishes and itching. It promises quick relief, reducing embarrassment while saving time and money. The ad notes high concentration and free samples via Emergency tories in New York City.

Emergency Tories West 47Th St New York City Post

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TV Superior Court Honvents Donald, T Grippe Thomas Carey Aews Spear Bros Nourse-Sherman Co the Middlesex Peyton C. March Francis A. March Modern Book Shop Corey Stueck Block Caulkins & Post CO Simmons National Eeonee
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