We Week for Amber Committee Meetings Planned
The Chamber of Commerce stages a series of meetings with committees on manufacturers merchants and transportation in Middletown. Aiming to promote employe welfare and secure a permanent Midtown office, the groups discuss a grade crossing elimination on Bridge street and highway improvement funding.
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McNeilly
U. S
Ieres
Stueck’s
Iity
Committee On Transportation
Bridge Street
Transrtation
Middletown
Divorce Action and One Other Case Heard Today
The Superior court opened this morning before Judge Donald T. Warner with the divorce case Gordon B. Smith versus Florence R. Smith. The judge reserved his decision after adjourning at 2:15. This afternoon Clara W. Kenny and Gustav B. Carlson faced J. R. Wood in a note for payment on an automobile from 1917. The defense questions the car’s value and the guarantee. Baldwin Auto Supply advertises car parts and services at 166 Court St and 111 Church St with Dodge sales, Prest-O-Lite batteries, Firestone tires, a hydraulic press, Oilzum lubricants, and auto accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
Donald T. Warner
Gordon B. Smith
Florence R. Smith
Rollin A. Tyler
Georg C. Morgan
Clara W. Kenny
Gustav B. Carlson
J. R. Wood
Ernest A. Inglis
Dodge Brothers
Middlesex County Agency
Firestone
America
Baldwin Auto Supply Store
Court St
Church St
Baldwin Supply Store
Wound Sequel Spurs Return to New York Aid
Albert Talbot formerly of Portland and now in London as a member of the King's Own Fusiliers was wounded at the Somme. His leg wound healed in England but later became inflamed with bone involvement requiring surgery. He left for New York to seek consul assistance for hospital admission.
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Albert Talbot
Portland
London
Somme
New York
Card of Thanks to Friends and Neighbors
We sincerely thank friends and neighbors for assistance during the illness and death of our father and brother and for floral offerings from the Goodyear Rubber Co Knights of Columbus and our employer Nellie Quinn and brother signed ady
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Goodyear Rubber Co
Knights of Columbus
Nellie Quinn
Ady
Thanks for kindness after loss of wife and mother
We express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kind acts during our affliction. Grateful for floral offerings from all who offered condolences. John John son and Family adv.
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John Johnson
Adv
Whitmore Birth at South Farms Home
A son was born to Mr and Mrs B Whitmore at their home on Main Street South Farms Sun.
Modest Girl Prefers Calm Demeanor Without Blush
A woman described as truly modest does not blush without a fitting occasion, embodying quiet restraint and inward dignity rather than outward embarrassment or fluster.
Pape's Cold Paste Promises Quick Relief for Grippe
Relief comes instantly with a dose every two hours for up to three doses to stop a cold. It claims to ease nasal congestion, discharge, headaches, sneezing, sore throat, and dullness, promising rapid relief and urging readers to obtain Pape's Cold Paste at any drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pape
Many Exhibits At Poultry Show In Middlesex County
More than 800 birds entered and caged for Middlesex County Poultry Association show opening in town hall. State Barred Rock meet draws crowds, with 130 birds in this class. White Wyandottes and Columbian Wyandottes showcase largest displays here. Rhode Island Reds, Orpingtons, Leghorns, and Brown Leghorns compete. new Cornish and blue Langshan varieties attract attention. Ducks, turkeys, pigeons, hares and bantams appeal to children. constant band music from town hall to post office adds to bustle. See fresh eggs and consider raising your own stock.
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Middlesex County Poultry Association
Hell
Rhode Island
Payne Bros
Portland
Superior Court
St Aloysius T A B Society Plans 25th Anniversary
The St Aloysius T A B society schedules a February 5 celebration for its 25th anniversary with plans for a grand social event. A meeting this evening will reveal details including decor music entertainment novelty dances and a special menu by Stueck for members and guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Aloysius Society
St. Aloysius T. A. B. Society
Stueck
City Court Sentences Two Drunks to Jail
Robert McKinley, an old offender on six months probation, pleaded guilty to intoxication and was sentenced to 30 days in jail after being arrested drunk and locked up at the police station. Moses Hubbard, found drunk in the McDonough House block, pleaded not guilty but also received a 30 day jail term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert McKinley
McKinley
Moses Hubbard
McDonough House
Robert Lane
Postoffice Lobby Nears Completion and Key Distribution
Keys to postoffice boxes in the new lobby are being distributed. Central chandelier and lighting fixtures are being installed and the lobby will be in working order next Monday. The new clock is on time and faces the Main street entrance. Partitions between front and rear sections will be removed next week. Finishing stairs floors and fixtures will take about three weeks more.
Change Of Street Numbers And Mail Delivery
Change of street numbers creates mail delivery confusion when substitutes handle routes due to illness. Notify post to update addresses and ensure accurate mail. Fire Laddies Card Play features third round tonight at No 3 hose house.
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Fire Laddies
Fire Department
Five Man Bowling Match at Aetna Alleys
A Wednesday evening contest at Aetna bowling alleys features The All-Stars of Wooster Hartford and a Middletown picked team led by D Ahearn W Treachan H Siegel W Strohla J Krauth in a five man event.
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Aetna
Wooster Alley
Hartford
Middletown
D. Ahearn
W.treachan
W. Strohla
J. Krauth
Timid Julius Caesar sparks exemption from service tale
The London Chronicle notes a surprising claim that Julius Caesar sought and gained military exemption at Spalding. The piece uses the name to illustrate how fame does not guarantee personality. It recalls the great Roman Julius Caesar and the cricketer famed for extreme nervousness and fear of fire.
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Julius Caesar
Spalding
Calbyn
Julie
London Chronicle
New Pet Words Report Sparks Domestic Tension
A quarrel at home reveals a dispute over language and behavior as a wife considers writing down insults directed at her husband. The exchange highlights resentment and the impact of harsh words on a troubled marriage.
Middletown City Briefs Highlight Local Notices and Events
Light motor lamps spark at 6 27 this evening as forecasts call for light snow. Local notices from Fairview Avenue services to Fort Slocum musters and church gatherings fill the page, with updates on public meetings, marriages, dances, and a new army discharge. Notable items include Thomas Shaughnessy’s transfer, Italian transport to fight, and ongoing neighborhood announcements.
Pain Relief Pills Offer Fast Back and Nerve Relief
Pain-weary people suffer from back hip pain nervousness and poor sleep. The ad claims Foley Kidney Pills help from the first doses restore digestion balance and energy, promising relief from headaches constipation and fatigue through gentle action.
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Foley
Aaa
Obituaries Chronicle Several Local Dignitaries Pass Away
John Canavan died at his New York City home Monday evening leaving two sisters Miss Mary Canavan of New York and Mrs Jeremiah Sullivan of Waterbury. Funeral arrives on 1 36 train Wednesday with interment at St John s cemetery. Mrs Sarah E Tryon widow of Civil War veteran died at W E R Home Cromwell age 75. Body at Westbrook for funeral. Infant John Masztal funeral held at home 51 Hamlin Street and St Mary s Church. Ida Jeannette Williams of Wethersfield died at sister s Cromwell home age 43 years 3 months 31 days born East Hampton, funeral in Moodus. Adeline Frances Elliott funeral from 52 East Main Street South Farms at 2 39 officiating, burial Indian Hill cemetery. Jacob Schaefer funeral from St Andrew s Chapel Warwick Street at 8 30 with interment Pine Grove.
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Cabell
Almanac
Daniel Davies
Fairview Avenue
City
Thomas Shaughnessy
Internal Revenue Collector
Middletown
Putnam
Arrigoni Hotel
Chamber of Commerce
George H. Wood
Soldiers’ Home
Little City
Tenn
Wood
Ives
Gerard Schimmel
Charlotte Tintle
South Congregational Church
Crescent Street
Frederick W. Greene
Tryon
Fort Slocum
Connecticut
Trevithick’s
America
Icemen
Durham Town Hall
Hahn
Independent Order of Foresters
John Welch
Spring Street
Edward J. Murray
102Nd
New York
Maine
St. John’s Aid Society
K. of C
Amy Sheldon
Camp Miles
L. IL
C. F. Pierson’s
Cromwell
Harold S. Guy
Giovanne Masella
Giovanna Parisa
Miller Street
Girls’ Friendly Society
Holy Trinity Church
Japan
Percy Dearmer
Holy Trinity Parish House
Girl’s Friendly Society
George E. Hadnett
John Day
West Street
Hadnett
Youngstown
Ohio
No Man’s Land
Lester R. Pitt
Division 21
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Russell & Brooks’ Orchestra
Meriden
Edward Cosgrove
Portland
Hame
Camp Upton
Henry Brainerd
George C. Lull
Highland Avenue
Swedish Lutheran Church
C. H. Nelson
New Haven
Joseph Cahill
Company C
Hoboken
Pearl Street
Camp Devens
Clifford
F. C. Lauderburn
Boston
Mass
The
Berkeley Divinity School
John Canavan
New York City
Mary Canavan
Jeremiah Sullivan
Waterbury
St. John’s Cemetery
Sarah E. Tryon
Leonard R. Tryon
Co. D., 24Th Regiment
W. ER
Westbrook
John Masztal
John John Masztal
Hamlin Street
St.Mary’s Church
Father Soltysek
Ida Jeannette Williams
Wethersfield
East Hampton
Samuel E. and
Huhamna Ellie Williams
Moodus
Adeline Frances Elliott
East Main Street
South Farms
Rev. P. M. Binnix & A
Indian Hill Cemetery
Jacob Schaefer
St. Andrew's Chapel
Warwick Street
Frank Flood German
Pine Grove Cemetery
Hubbard District
New Farm Hill Cemetery
Lace Tryon
Noted Authorities to Lecture at Berkeley Musical Conference
A full day conference on church music at Berkeley Divinity School features Dr Horatio Parker Dean Wallace Goodrich and Dr Percy Dearmer with an afternoon organ recital by Dr Tertius Noble. The event, linked to a planned Church Music Society, is open to the public with more programme details to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berkeley Divinity School
Horatio Parker
Yale School of Music
Wallace Goodrich
New England Conservatory of Music
Percy Dearmer
Episcopal Church
Tertius Noble
Wesleyan
Noble
St. Thomas’ Church
New York
Funeral notices for Tryon Broughton and Lace Tryon
Bids indicate interment planned at Farm Hill cemetery after services for Lace Tryon and Mrs. William Broughton. Mrs. Broughton’s funeral from Prospect Street home proceeds to St John’s Church with services at 9 o’clock after an 8:30 a.m. gathering.
Annual Reports Filed by Local Businesses
The town clerk’s office received annual reports from I. BE. Palmer estate Inc I. E. Palmer Co Ward Kelsey Co F Brewer Co and Kirby Mfg Co as part of the year’s filing.
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I. BE. Palmer Estate, Inc
I. E. Palmer Co
Ward-Kelsey Co
F. Brewer Co
Kirby Mfg. Co
Tacoma tall brick chimney tops world record
The Tacoma Washington chimney reaching 571 feet seizes the world title from Japan’s 570 foot Saganoseki stack. Built for a smelting plant the brick flue aims to curb fumes from harming nearby vegetation and a park.
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Tacoma
Wash
Japan
America
Saganoseki
Orient
Begg's Mustarine Promises Quick Pain Relief
An advertisement touts Begg's Mustarine as a mustard plaster in a yellow box, claiming rapid pain relief for headaches neuralgia toothache earache backache bronchitis pleurisy lumbago and sore feet, available for 30 cents with strong real mustard that won’t blister the skin.
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Begg
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Mber
Spear Bros Doletown
Ashion Cent
Broatch’s Modern Book Shop
Corey
Caulkins & Post Co
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Essex
Price
Ize
Empire
William Broughton
Prospect Street
St. John’s Church
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