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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1919

Page

4

Middletown Evening Press notice and distribution details

Fragments from a Middletown Connecticut edition describe subscription terms, change of address procedures, and deadlines for ad changes or cancellations. It notes notices must reach the office by 8 a.m. on publication day, and lists local distribution points and post office classification.

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Weather Outlook and City Report from New Haven

Forecast for New Haven and vicinity calls for rain or snow tonight and Saturday with slightly warmer conditions tonight. Connecticut expected to be cloudy with similar precipitation trends and increasing southerly winds. Mt. Higby notes show a high of 42, low of 21, mean 31.5, barometer 30.00, wind south and cloudy conditions. The piece comments on politics, economics, and social topics of the era, including coal and ice markets, open hearth aid to soldiers, and education ideas, with multiple political references and observations.

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Prohibition Plans Faced With State and Federal Challenge

The July 1 enforcement draft would require the internal revenue commissioner to enforce the dry law, with cases in state and federal courts. The Anti saloon League and allies plan a congressional bill to implement the amendment, proposing a federal law enforcement commissioner. Success hinges on cooperation from state and local officials to avoid the law becoming a mere paper. The piece notes growing opposition from medical leaders, workers, and public rights advocates who call prohibition irrational and tyrannical.

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Prohibition Enforcement Machinery Faces Next Challenge

Washington Post notes the machinery to enforce the constitutional prohibition, set to become effective in January, remains one of the systems confronting the forthcoming test as lawmakers push for robust implementation and compliance.

Washington Post

Hats Worn By Men for Five Centuries

Hats became common after Charles II wore a velvet hat with silk lining in Rouen in 1449. The fashion spread quickly from royal display to shops and workshops, with elaborate headpieces pursued by all classes but initially costly. Over time hats became affordable and popular among the general public.

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No Lenten Fasting Dispensation for Influenza Struck Faithful

Hartford February 28 Bishop John J Nilan of Hartford dispenses Catholics during Lent from fasting on all days and abstinence on days except Friday due to influenza epidemic. He urges devotion, daily mass, frequent communion, Benediction, and abstinence from intoxicants and theatre to protect health and seek divine guidance. Premier of France shows belief in only the league that won the world series.

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Two thirsty travelers come ashore from Oscar II in New York

In New York two men who sought to quench thirst while prohibition rules held in Christiania, Norway, arrived on the liner Oscar II looking worn and thirsty. Chicago judge to photograph a Omaha wife in rogues gallery after warning against her schemes. New York fashion protest mocks dress reform display ideals as modistes react to shop window displays.

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Mustarine mustard plaster claims fast pain relief

An old fashioned Mustarine remedy promises pain relief in five minutes for lameness headaches cramps and various aches. Advertises Begg's Mustarine as made from real yellow mustard and available in a yellow box for feet chilblains and frostbite.

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