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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1918
Page
2
American forces on the Toul front conducted a raid that penetrated German trenches and killed defenders, destroying gas projectors and dugouts. They found German dead, captured little, and returned with documents, while stretcher bearers saw little work as wounded troops were not encountered.
In New Haven on March 14 Attorney Benjamin Slade for Walter H Bradley of Meriden pleaded before Judge Thomas to have Referee in Bankruptcy E Hoadley hear the case. Slade attacked Boston relatives Robert and Peter Bradley for alleged harassment since 1899 and wasting 50000 to 60000 dollars. Wiggin for the Bradleys opposed the plea and the court took the matter under advisement.
In Meriden on March 14 Probate Judge D T O'Brien sustains the will of Joseph Phoenix a pioneer gunmaker and Parker gun factory contractor. It cuts off two sons Joseph N of Brooklyn NY and Wilfred of East Hartford with 5 each leaving the balance of his 15000 estate to William Phoenix of Meriden. Joseph Phoenix alleged mental incapacity and that Wilfred had an agreement with William.
President Wilson narrowly escaped being struck by a moving van on Fifteenth Street as a trio of secret service guards moved ahead. A tense jam formed in the crosswalk while Wilson, calmly maneuvering, reached the curb safely en route to the shipping board.
In a testimonial style note, a local reader claims Peterson's Ointment cures piles blind or bleeding and other skin ailments. The ad asserts extensive community belief, a 30 cent price, and a guaranteed refund if not cured, with a quoted sufferer praising its effectiveness.
Washington reports that Bolshevik leaders including Leon Trotzky discussed forming an organized army under iron discipline to oppose Germany. Ambassador Francis quoted Trotzky fearing German peace terms and seeking entente support, with talks seen as reassuring to U.S. officials.
Secretary Daniels said the American navy should clash with Germany but noted the foe would not emerge due to concealed land batteries. He warned of Heligoland traps and praised Baker and Pershing for their France trip, saying criticism would fade as benefits become clear.
Washington March 14 bakers nationwide were urged by the food administration to use a blend of substitutes rather than a single option in victory bread. The agency said mixed substitutes make bread less sensitive to changes in cereal content and that changes can be gradual while avoiding reliance on one supply.
Wrecking tugs stood by the stranded steamship Kershaw after last night's high wind drove her 100 feet closer inshore. Only the crew remained on board while 121 passengers had been taken off. The ship grounded on a hard sand bank and shows damage as it takes on water.
March 14 at Camp Devens the Red Cross sent Private James Waron of Peabody a sweater along with thousands of other soldiers. Waron, a native of Russia who once served in a cossack regiment, became a Red Cross beneficiary and has taken out a $10,000 government life insurance policy naming the Red Cross as beneficiary.
Miss Delia C. Torrey known nationwide as Aunt Delia and the favorite aunt of former President Taft is critically ill with pneumonia at her Millbury home. She is 93 years old.
A Clayton New Mexico woman describes months of illness and bed rest before using a Pills advertisement to improve her backache and rheumatic pains. She claims the remedy helped more than prior medicines, urging others with kidney trouble to read the letter.
Secretary McAdoo plans a ten day Congress recess to allow senators and representatives to tour districts and boost the Liberty Loan campaign. Officials say farmer interest is crucial. past campaigns showed farmers cautious about government bonds. Recess aims to mend political fences for those up for re election while expediting urgent wartime legislation before April 6.
Seven governors and national committee leaders met in New York to discuss party coordination with Will H. Hays. Attendees included Whitman of New York McCall of Massachusetts Holcomb of Connecticut Milliken of Maine Keyes of New Hampshire Townsend of Delaware and Beeckman of Rhode Island. The gathering aimed to foster closer communication among party leaders.
Ice in the Housatonic river broke up and flowed over the dam above the Housatonic lake between here and Shelton, sending huge cakes toward Long Island Sound. Lumber and supplies from C. W. Blakeslee and Sons washed away in the rush as work on a dam near Zoar bridge continued six miles above town. No damage reported to the local area as of early forenoon.
Kalamazoo Mich March 14 federal authorities arrested a woman suspect at Muskegon and moved her to Grand Rapids for investigation. Officials withheld her name alleging she obtained Camp Custer plans and other military secrets. Officers at the camp were said to have fallen victim to her wiles as seized effects from a Kalamazoo rooming house are examined.
Rev. Mr Gilbert preached at a Lenten service in Guilford where the high school principal and about 25 students attended. He led a lesson on Story Telling at the local schools and is invited to address a mass meeting in the Town hall this Sunday evening, using lantern slides to illustrate Farm Bureau work.
Lawrence mass March 14 it was announced that 15000 employees of the American Woolen Co mills in this city will benefit by another voluntary increase to 10 percent in wages to go into effect on Monday March 25 It is reported that all other American Woolen Co mills throughout New England will also grant a like increase It is expected also that the other big textile plants in Lawrence will make a similar announcement.
Hartford reports that the state council of defense notified last night that smillage books and coupons will not be accepted at canteens in the United States or in France for cigars and cigarettes. They will, however, be accepted at all Liberty theatres.
Advertises Easter dresses in silk poplin and silk taffeta with plain and embroidered designs. Available in regular sizes 16 through 44 and extra sizes 37 through 45, priced from 12.50 to 30.00.
The sale offers new suits priced from 18.50 up to 30.00. Shoppers can choose various fabrics and styles as part of a limited time promotion.
A 25 years ago note highlights linotype use soon in the state by Meriden Republican, water supply assurances for Portland Middletown and Cromwell, ferry replacements for Goodspeed, reservoir repairs, returning Swedes, Middlesex theatre curtain, Mrs Hoffert birthday, depot accident with a hack, Murphy temperance meetings in Hartford, Mrs Kincaid fracture, Brownlow in Florida, Brownstone collision, a cold snap, and a quip on coal prices and a proverb about stomachs.
An advertisement touts a home made cough remedy using inex and sugar syrup to treat severe coughs throat tickle and chest colds. It claims fast relief by loosening phlegm soothing throat membranes and easing breathing with a guarantee of satisfaction from The Pinex Co Wayne.
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