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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1918
Page
4
Public notice text outlines subscription handling and address changes. It states that payments must be received before service continues and that mail may be stopped at the six month mark if no change of address is requested. It also notes that no advertisement can be altered after the day of publication and mentions postal designation as Second-class Matter.
Weather report from Mt Higby shows 24 hours ending today with a high of 74, low 52, mean 63, barometer 29.78 and 0.2 inches precipitation. Sunday’s spike reached 75/55 mean 66. Weather notes touch on Russia fragmentation, German drive, corn and tobacco prospects, canned goods demand, and wartime politics while urging continued canning and efficiency.
The article notes shifting farm prices and management changes in dairy, with civil war era lessons cited. It predicts a strong corn season in the nation’s producing states, hoping for favorable growing weather in Connecticut to yield a crop equal to premier states, despite a reportedly off year locally.
The New York Globe reports the treasury memorandum urging luxury taxes modeled after France and Britain. Jewelry, clothing, autos, hats, shoes, hotel bills, gasoline, theatre and alcohol taxes are proposed with varied rates. Chairman Claude Kitchin views some items as acceptable, noting luxury taxes can curb consumption and fund war needs. Proponents see wealth redistribution but warn of broad costs to general taxpayers.
The piece dismisses Usonians as unsuitable and mockingly endorses Americans and Yankees. It argues Americans is world recognized, notes Canadians and others not labeled Americans, and rejects borrowing a new derivative for soldiers. It concludes Americans remain the chosen label.
A Chicago bookkeeper living in a hall room and eating at a quick lunch spot faces a string of misfortunes in one week. A burglar steals $16, an ammonia tank explodes in his office, a subway wreck injures strangers, and he is mistaken for a pickpocket and even run down on his way home. The tale mixes urban anonymity, random danger, and a hint of help from strangers.
A London based committee of British and American supporters with Queen Alexandra as patroness will provide comforts to American soldiers at the front. The drive centers on sending parcels of food and luxuries not available at canteens and offering aid similar to that given to British troops.
A collection of editorial snippets from the Bridgeport Post and Hartford Courant argues that New England states have significantly aided New York’s development. It emphasizes Connecticut names like Beechers and Morgans and asserts air supremacy can tilt World War I by enabling Allied artillery accuracy through superior aircraft.
Debs declares himself as guilty as Mrs Rose Pastor Stokes who was recently found guilty of espionage law violation. He adds that many well known prominent men deserve prison more than Mrs Stokes.
War era vacancies filled by women and older workers across city services. Uniformed women deliver telegrams, operate elevators, and staff hotels while managers report no patron complaints and note superior performance. Also includes a reply from George Geffken of the Sons of Hermann Home Corporation defending lodge support and Liberty Bond/wartime savings efforts.
The Boston Herald notes Henry de Vere Stacpoole is the author of a recent war poem that closes with the line My son. said she implying the poet may be a native of Ireland. The remark suggests Irish origin based on the poem’s ending.
Fragmentary note from Northwestern Christian Advocate mentioning a Methodist boy and the phrase Felicity of Expressio with unclear context. The readable text hints at a religious or moral reference but lacks concrete events, names, dates, or actions to specify.
Wrubel lists July markdowns on Gabardines, Poplins, Corduroys and Stripes with new prices ranging from 1.95 to 7.98. Wool poplins serges mixtures and plaids appear in pleated and plain effects with prices from 2.50 to 10.98. Slip ons in wool silk and jersey priced at 2.50 3.50 4.50 and 5.50.
Hundreds of dresses in silk satin crepe de chine georgette serge and lawn fabrics are advertised with price tiers ranging from 1.75 to 37.50. The copy emphasizes varied materials and a broad selection across multiple price points to attract shoppers.
A San Francisco Chronicle opinion urges harsh penalties for alien enemies found with fire setting devices such as high power airguns equipped to start fires. The piece argues possession proves criminal intent and advocates lifelong imprisonment and segregation from society, condemning humane excuses.
Chester community gathers for a Wednesday lawn party hosted by Mrs MacDonald with St Luke's Ice Cream and Cake. Weather notes hint at possible stormy IV conditions affecting the event.
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