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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1919
Page
4
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Weather report from New Haven notes mostly unsettled conditions for Haven and Connecticut with part cloudy to fair in coming days. Observations list readings from multiple cities and Mt Higby station reporting a 40 maximum and 22 minimum. The piece shifts to editorial opinions on war, Prohibition, tariffs, and political party divisions.
The report shows the steel business at 55 percent of normal and housing shortages nationwide. It notes some construction will occur but only if owners are convinced owning is cheaper than renting. Taxation policy has discouraged real property owners, with political forces sustaining these conditions until a limit is reached.
New Haven announces a shift from 48 to 40 hours per week for over 4,000 railroad shop workers in New Haven, Van Nest, Readville, and Roxbury. The change cuts six eight‑hour days to five, with emergency work only on weekends. Restorations to former positions are expected when business improves as factories resume munition production.
New Haven March reports quote Tomas F Fitzsimmons of the Connecticut Retail Liquor Dealers Association that President Wilson will lift the beer manufacture ban within about five weeks. He says labor fears are unfounded and notes brewers with ample stock may be ready by May 1 while others face storage limits. Local retailers are charging higher prices or serving smaller measures. Williams Continues in Office S: Washington reports say John Skelton Williams remains comptroller of the currency as Secretary Glass uses a temporary hold to keep him in until a successor is named under the law governing Treasury Department personnel.
Discussion centers on a proposed saving plan linked to city and railroad projects near South Farms. Farmers resist changes yet may accept them if public debates calm hot concerns. The discourse touches on League of Nations, Connecticut legislature, and home rule amid lingering old ideas.
A 1910s style advertisement claims Poslam ointment soothes virulent eczema instantly, easing raw skin and promoting healing as it penetrates. It touts the product’s superiority to other ointments and offers a free sample via Emergency Laboratories in New York.
The Gary steel trust under Nations faces evolving market pressures as industry players seek new alloy methods. Key executives weigh strategic moves amid rising steel demands and global trade dynamics impacting production and pricing.
Paris reports a strong belief that the League of Nations constitution draft will be radically amended to ease American opposition. French demand for an international armed force may worsen fears of certain American statesmen. American public opinion is seen as likely to wear down Lodge opposition. British and Wilson agree a League is essential to avoid a scrap of paper. Major General Clarence R. Edwards visited Hartford for a joint session with the General Assembly and a Foot Guard hall speech.
A old ad claims Tiz relieves sore feet with acids that puff and restore comfort. It promises relief from corns, blisters, bunions and chilblains, claiming tired feet feel joyful and shoes never hurt. A 25 cent box from druggists or department stores offers a year of comfort.
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