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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1919

Page

8

Decisions Filed In Tw Superior Court In Portland

Summary of decisions from the Tw Superior Court including judgments for the plaintiff Gildersleeve on a hay rent dispute, a non suit for Monteiri, and a contrary ruling in which possession changes were not proven. Also notes Arrigoni v. Middletown Bank over a protest note and other cases including Caiazzo v Lumbo for remodeling costs and Bloodgood v Zavodnick over loft rental with defendant awarded costs.

Paul G. Cr Gistonbury Robert Portland Gildersleeve John Holliste San Monteiri Monteiri Glastonbury Neuscheler Middletown National Bank Dionigi Arri Arrigoni M. Garry Walsh M. Wagene Culver Burpee G. B. Carlson Angelo Calazzo James Annie Palumbo S. Harris Warner Caiazzo D. J. Mahoe William Bloodgood David Zavodnick New York City D. J. Donahoe

Berger Case to Jury Deliberations Begin in Chicago

Chicago Jan 8 Judge Landis wrapped up final instructions before sending the Victor Berger and four socialist leaders espionage case to the jury. The panel began deliberations after 10 o clock and a verdict was anticipated before night.

Pills and Seeds Compare Nature’s Mysteries in Women’s Health

An editorial fragment cites seeds yielding varied results, then extols Dr. Pierce of Buffalo, claiming his Favorite Prescription treats many female ailments with vegetable ingredients. It portrays the medicine as safe, free of alcohol or narcotics, and invites readers to request a trial package.

Dr. Pierce Buffalo N. Y Pierce Lca Invalids

City Court Berth Now Talked About

Following the resignation of Superior Court Clerk Charles G. R. Vinal the city court judgeship is a running topic in Middletown politics. Rumors say Assistant Judge S. Harris Warner is considered the logical candidate while Judge Edlin may seek reappointment despite political grooming. Governor Holcomb appointed Edlin to fill the Pearne vacancy with a regular appointment to follow.

Charles G. R. Vinal Middletown Edlin S. Harris Warner Pearne Holcomb Warner Judiciary Committee

Middletown Chamber Directors Meet For 1919 Program

The Middletown Chamber of Commerce board meets tonight at the Hotel Arrigoni to begin the year’s activities. Supper at 6 30 precedes the session led by President Richard H Bunce. Key items include chamber business and plans for the annual dinner once the epidemic subsides. Membership aims rise from about 400 to 500 soon.

Commerce Chamber Middletown Chamber of Commerce Arrigoni Richard H. Bunce

Swedish Lutheran Church Notes on Society Enighet Meeting

The Society Enighet will hold its annual meeting and election of officers tomorrow at 2 20 afternoon at the church railors. Hosts are Mrs Charles Nelson and Mrs Hjalmar Bengtson. At 8 o'clock Luther league meets to receive reports and elect officers. The board of deacons will meet at the vestry on Saturday at 8.

Swedish Lutheran Church Notes Society Enighet Charles Nelson Hjalmar Bengtson Luther League

Middlesex County Caucus Elects Officers and Committeeman

The Middlesex county caucus elected William W. Wilcox of Middletown as chairman and J. E. Bliss of Clinton as clerk. Gilman C. Gates of Saybrook and Hjalmar Bostrom of Portland were named as doorkeeper candidates with Gates as first choice. Harold M. Meech of Middletown was named committeeman for permanent organization.

Middlesex County William W. Wilcox Middletown J. E. Bliss Clinton Gilman C. Gates Saybrook Hjalmar Bostrom Portland Harold M. Meech

Installation of A O H Division Officers

The regular monthly meeting of Division No. 1 Ancient Order of Hibernians was held last evening in their rooms. County President John Bransfield installed the officers for the ensuing year and addressed the gathering at the close. A social hour followed.

Division No. 1 Ancient Order of Hibernians Cers John Bransfield

96th Birthday For Mrs Harriet Abell At Home

Mrs Harriet Abell celebrated her 96th birthday at her daughter Mrs Leverett Manwaring s home in Newfield. Confined to bed for a year and a half with a broken hip she remains cheerful despite illness and keeps a brave outlook.

Harriet Abell Leverett Manwaring Newfield

Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound testimonial

Irene King of Iola Kansas credits Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after a year of female trouble and general weakness. The Pinkham Laboratory notes many unsolicited testimonials and invites all women to request confidential advice from Lynn Massachusetts for free guidance and potential life saving help.

Tola Kansas Lydia Eable Pinkham Irene King West Campbell Street Iola Pinkham Laboratory Lydia E. Pinkham United States

City Briefs From The Hartford Times January Notes

Light vehicle lamps at 5.04 this evening. January moon at perihelion January 11 and apogee January 23. Rains swollen ponds to small lakes. December allotments to soldiers' dependents will be received with January checks. Connecticut nurses total 2,051 registered. 1,017 in training. Mercury a morning star rising before sun. sun lengthens day by ten minutes. Governor's inaugural ball to welcome returning service members. Connecticut has 22 nurse training schools. 20 meet board standards. Navy yard employment rises to 100,000 in 18 months. New lines in ladies hair goods. millinery shops announce February closures. Legislators and local officials attend openings and meetings. Ice jams and skating at local ponds. moon circle observed. Various locals on business trips and licenses issued. Church meeting postponed to Jan 15. Local candidates and civic notes.

Connecticut Hartford Navy Yards United States America T. J. Anderson Stevens & Brewer Main Street John Walsh’s George F. Chapin Cromwell E W. Hazen Haddam Harold M. Meech William W. Wilcox Middletown Capitol Lowheag Russell Manufacturing Co Samuel P. Willard State Board of Education East Hartford John R. Lynch Edward S. Coe New York Silvio Manico Higganum Ruth M. Fredrezzi Haddam Road Joseph Merriam Comet Willow Island Pameacha Pond Church of the Holy Trinity J. A. Scully F. W. Scully Liberty Street Camp Hancock Musieg Arrigoni Tulliaferro Adv Harry Spatcher Warwick Street Middlesex County State Capitol William J. Kieft West Haven Wilcox, Crittenden & Co

Two Hundred Present at Annual Event Honor Roll Dedicated

Middletown Lodge of Filks held its annual roll call with about 200 members present. State Deputy Joseph Ivers of Bridgeport spoke on patriotic subjects, followed by a social with a roast pork spread by Chief Chef Thomas Sears. An honor roll for eighteen in service was unveiled by Edmund C. Brill. Plans include Past Exalted Rulers night in February and the annual banquet in April.

Middletown Lodge of Filks Joseph Ivers Bridgeport Ivers Thomas Sears Tuttte Edmund C. Brill

Middletown Review Installs Women’s Benefit Association Officers

State Commander Clara W. Larken officiated at Middletown Review No. 2 as Annie A. Conroy led the Women’s Benefit Association installation. Officers named include Lizzie K. Smith heat commander Agnes Hunt Mary Coleson Mary A. Kelley Nellie McIntyre Catherine O’Neil Jennie Watson Elizabeth Heenan Catherine Henry Edna Stevens Bessie Markham Edna Miller. A Sowheag Encampment No. 6 installation followed with Willis C. Perkins as C P and Charles A. L. Morgan as H P and a social hour after refreshments.

Middletown Women’s Benefit Association Clara W. Larken Annie Tanskie Annie A. Conroy Lizzie K. Smith Malcoon Agnes Hunt Mary Coleson Mary A. Kelley Nellie McIntyre Catherine O’neil Jennie Watson Elizabeth Heenan Catherine Henry Edna Stevens Bessie Markham Edna Miller

Peptiron Promises Iron Boost After Illnesses and War

An advertisement touts Peptiron as a superior iron blood and nerve tonic to aid recovery after influenza grip and other ailments. It claims to restore iron to the blood, support worn-out adults, delicate women, students, growing boys, invalids, convalescents, the aged, and infirm, and praises pharmacist endorsement.

Miss Welthy Brainerd Dies at 23 in New London

Welthy Brainerd, daughter of Alert N and Harriet Brainerd of Higganum, died at Lawrence hospital New London after influenza evolved into pneumonia. A former Higganum schoolteacher she began nursing in October at the hospital. She is survived by her parents three sisters Mrs Herbert Newton of Hartford Miss Leona Brainerd of Higganum Mrs Perry Brainerd of New Haven and two brothers Clarence of New Britain Louis of New Haven. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Miss Welthy Brainerd Alert N Harriet Brainerd Higganum Lawrence Hospital New London Miss Brainerd

Patrick Regan Dies At Middlesex Hospital

Patrick Regan died at the Middlesex hospital this morning and the remains were removed to his Spring street home. He leaves a wife and three children, also his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Regan, one brother Michael and three sisters, Mrs. John Connell, Mrs. Adolf Freytag of Hartford, and Mrs. John Haas of this city. Funeral arrangements to be announced. Also, funeral for Miss Eleanor Bailey will be held from the home of her niece, Mrs. B. H. Freeman, 57 East Mainstreet, South Farms, Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. S. W. Lawson to officiate.

Patrick Regan Middlesex Hospital Spring Street Michael Regan Michael John Connell Adolf Freytag Hartford John Haas Eleanor Bailey B. H. Freeman East Mainstreet South Farms

Old Fire Horse Dead at Meriden Fire Dept

Garland and Strauss, local produce dealers, report a valuable horse died suddenly last night. The white workhorse had long served with the Meriden fire department and was a trusted station animal.

Garland & Strauss Meriden Fire Department

Also Mentioned on This Page

TW Superior Court Dge Lucien F. Burpee L. W. Bower M. D City Court Gage and Bonhotal Dresden Spear Bros Widdletown’s Broatch’s Modern Book Shop Corey ELKS Odd Fellows’ Hall C. P Willis C. Perkins H. P Charles A. L. Morgan S. W. Arthur F. Hayes J. W George A. Spatcher Franklin Hutchins Frederick L. Phelps Pape Caulkins & Post Co MAIN Marshall Field & CO
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