Readjustment prospects amid market optimism and government policy
The weekly market letter notes tension from price supports for the 1919 wheat crop at 2.20 per bushel. It discusses competition from Australia, Canada, and Argentina at 1.50 or less, hog and corn price criticism, and calls for action to restore supply and demand dynamics. The piece cites the Boston News Bureau urging courage while warning against pessimism, and reports local market firmness with solid buying and strong stocks.
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Australia
Canada
Boston News
Butter Prices Crash at Russell Bros Creamery
Finest fresh made creamery butter falls to 59 cents a pound as Russell Bros at 324 Main St cuts prices. Local shoppers seek better value on dairy as store ad lists updated offer.
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Russell Bros
Main St
California Syrup of Figs At Once If Bilious or Constipated
A vintage advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a quick remedy for biliousness or constipation. It presents the product as a gentle laxative suitable for various ages, touting prompt relief and natural ingredients. Graphic claims promise easy digestion and regular motion. Local distributors and packaging details accompany the pitch.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Probate Court Names Administrators in Middletown Estates
Multiple filings detail administrators and inventories in Middletown probate matters. Ephraim Hines’s administratrix, T Howard Thompson’s sale of 66 Hamlin Street under Ann Eliza Thompson’s will, and Middletown Trust Co inventories for Emily Elden and Henry Hubbard reflect estate plans totaling about 128000 dollars. Other actions include trusteeship changes at Rachael Penny’s estate, court accounts by James Boyson, guardianship accounts for Clinton and Mildred Noble, and O Connor estate administration alongside Mary O Connor. Also listed are inventories for Amy Evelyn Sedgewick with properties at 16 Pearl Street Washington Villa and Island View Milford.
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Ay B. Hines
Ephraim Hines
Middletown
T. Howard Thompson
Ann Eliza Thompson
Hamlin Street
Leo Santangelo
Middletown Trust Co
Emily A. £Elden
Frank D. Haines
Berkeley Divinity School
Middlesex Hospital
St. Luke’s
Henry G. Hubbard
Middletown National Bank
Rachael Penny
Charles E. Jackson
James R. Boyson
Clay Avenue
South Farms
Kate A. Boyson
Howard L. Noble
Clinton
Mildred Noble
Thomas W. O’keefe
Joseph P. O’connor
Mary O’connor
Arthur W. Sedgewick
Amy Evelyn Sedgewick
Robert W. Rice
Frank T. Davis
Pearl Street
Washington Villa
Island View
Milford
Middlesex County Y M C A Notes Chronicle
Middlesex County Y M C A notes detail a Saturday 3 30 meeting at Haddam community house. New Middlefield committee formed with Fowler Hawkes Lyman Schriver Ly man. Scout troop growing. father and son supper planned for Feb 17 across towns. Durham Dur ham union service Feb 9. Essex moodus Higganum groups activity and meetings in Greenberg hall. Budget and leadership meetings set for February and spring county conference plans. Strong entities include Middlesex County Y M C A Essex Durham Moodus Higganum Middlefield Haddam Middle Haddam East Hampton Duham.</n>
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Haddam
Middlefield Committee of Management
F.L. Fowler
George B Hawkes
John Lyman
L. O. Schriver
Elihu Lyman
Essex
Deep River
Higganum
Duham
Middlefield
Middle Haddam
East Hampton
Durham
Charles Bradeen
Essex Group
Winsted
Moodus
Greenberg
Durham Cabinet
Will the Submarine Stay Abolition Debate Quiet in Peace Talks
Philadelphia Record notes scant public talk on the peace conference stance toward submarines. Many advocate scrapping the “tin” vessels as tools of wrong, arguing fighters should not face needless, ignominious deaths for uncertain gains. A British submarine near destruction by depth charges inspires calls to neutralize or decommission such devices.
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Philadelphia
Fragmentary shopper exchange on filet request at counter
A brief, garbled dialogue records a male shopper asking for filet while a clerk questions whether it is for him or his wife. The exchange hints at differing item labeling or handling between genders without clear context or resolution.
TIL Fixes Aching Feet In A Quick Way
An advertisement promises relief for aching swollen and sore feet with Tiz. It claims the remedy draws out poisonous exudations, reduces swelling, and allows wearing smaller shoes. A 25 cent box is available at druggists and department stores with a year’s foot comfort guarantee.
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