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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1919
Page
2
Maxim unveils a rooftop silencer for building ventilation to mute street noise and filter air, with annular passages and non reflective lining to reduce sound. The system cools air in summer and heats in winter, aimed at new hotels hospitals and apartments, though retrofit is difficult.
Citizens of Rockland Maine in a mass meeting presided by Mayor F C Flint authorize a reward of 1000 dollars for information leading to the arrest of Mrs Carolyn West Brown murder of a widow of a prominent business man whose mutilated body was found in a vacant lot Chief of Police Almont P Richardson says several suspects will be interviewed by the police and county attorney He adds the killer is believed still to be in Rockland The four blows from a cart stake caused death after earlier lesser blows Allies May Use Scheldt River Amsterdam Jan 2 The Handelsblad says Holland will not object to Allied use of the Scheldt for revictuallizing purposes
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a miracle for hair care, claiming it cleanses dust and oil, stops dandruff, prevents itching and shedding, and makes hair lush, soft, and abundant. It promises roots strengthened and a glossy, wavy look after a few uses.
American doughboys in western Prussia greet 1919 with New Year observances. Special dinners arranged by YMCA and Knights of Columbus, bells and bugles signal midnight, mass held for the Fighting 69th, and a supper of coffee pies and sandwiches. Army photographers Sutton McCauley Suess Haston leave Coblenz for Berlin to cover events.
New York January 2 Little Frankie Burns the Jersey City bantam has moved into featherweight. He faced Matty Herbert weighing 121 and a half pounds on New Year's Day and won easily in a whirlwind effort. In other rings Ted Lewis and Mack Brock notable bouts produced draws and KOs, while no major baseball changes were announced by August Herrmann as talks continue ahead of the January meetings.
New York January 2 Giants president Harry N Hempstead denied rumors of a sale, noting many phone bids and conference requests but stating no consideration of any offers. Philadelphia January 2 Benny Leonard beat Paul Doyle in six rounds, with a first round knockdown and little effort thereafter.
London reports Berlin escaped major bombing as weather blocked a late armistice attack by the 27th British bombing group. Special long distance machines reached Berlin just days before the armistice, but harsh weather prevented any assault. The revelation follows news that the British organized sixty air squadrons at Nancy after fighting, compared with four in May.
Harutune Fashjian, a refugee who reached Westboro Mass from the Armenia region, describes 6,000 Armenians buried alive in a cave near Harpoot and mass killings of 140,000 Christians. He recalls fleeing through mountains after witnessing his family murdered, hiding four months in a ground hole and surviving on flowers and greens.
United States Senate actions on a revenue bill drafted by Pomerene Kenyon and Lenroot impose a 10 percent tax on profits from inter state commerce tied to child labor. The measure targets mines mills factories employing underage workers, asserting the tax will ban the practice rather than mainly raise revenue. A separate report lists the Iolaire yacht disaster near Scotland with 260 dead and 40 survivors.
London reports Marshal Foch will be a member of the French peace delegation with Foreign Minister Pinchon and M. Jonnart among those slated to join.
London reports King George approves Princess Patricia marriage to a commoner and stirs talk that the Prince of Wales may wed an American. Gossip cites prominent American families as possibilities, with a postwar tour to the United States seen as a trigger for a romance. The situation contrasts with Continental practice, and Wilson’s reception is cited as making an American alliance appealing.
The Manchester Guardian cites Secretary Daniels' Capitol testimony urging a navy as strong as any in the world. It notes Americans lack in understanding abroad and warns that without sensible peace in Europe, the U S must defend itself at sea.
A home method for cough relief using a pint bottle with 244 ounces of Pinex and sugar syrup or alternatives. Claims rapid relief within 24 hours and suitability for throat and chest ailments including hoarseness and bronchitis. Recommends buying 2% ounces of Pine from a druggist with directions and a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co.
In Portland the Temple of Honor members held their usual January first supper. Stores on Main street were mostly closed for Monday as a holiday. The common council met to hear committee reports and plans another meeting Friday night. Deputy Harlow Raymond to install Matabessett Council officers.
The liner George Washington sailed from New York for Brest France after a 15 hour fog delay carrying many distinguished passengers and gold ore for American doughboys. Onboard were Charles M. Schwab Franklin D Roosevelt Assistant Secretary of the Navy Bernard M Baruch and representatives of several government departments plus the Chinese envoy to the peace conference.
The new dawn centers on 1219 as the first year of enduring e. Americans have fought for it in battle and must strive for it in council halls, urged by Cardinal O Connell.
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