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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1918

Page

2

Blackmail tale unfolds in court as Mrs Hirsch testifies

In Atlanta on March 15, Mrs Margaret Jackson Hirsch faced trial for allegedly attempting to blackmail Mayor Asa G Chandler. The defense, led by Bedgood, argued she sought no money from Chandler or his agents while promising to present affidavits. spectators were dismissed after she asked the court to clear the room.

Atlanta Margaret Jackson Hirsch Misa G. Chandler Ota Aman Hill Bedgood Asa G. Chandler

Census report shows cotton consumption and stocks in 1918

Washington reports February 1918 cotton consumption at 510,87 running bales, with 296,373 bales used in cotton growing states versus 312,481 in 1917. Cotton held in consuming establishments Feb 28 was 1,429,455 bales in 1918, and public storage 3,423,391. Imports valued at 12,539 equiva lence thousand pounds. Exports reached 359,774 running bales, linters included, in 1918. Cotton spindles active: 33,615,110 in Feb 1918.

Washington Linters

Neighbors Warn of Pets and Noise Disruptions

A fragment warns residents to control dogs children and problems that may trouble neighbors, urging consideration and quiet behavior to avoid disputes or complaints.

Women Turning Point Boosts Health With Phosphated Iron

In Middletown a wave of women report renewed energy and vitality after using Phosphated Iron capsules. They describe relief from fatigue, better sleep, clearer skin, and strengthened nerves. Doctors and pharmacists urge demanding genuine capsules from Hartman Drug Co. and local druggists.

cap_Hartman Drug Co Middletown

Lane Denies Serious Charges Over Oil Lands Deals

Washington reports a sharp denial by Secretary of the Interior Franklin K. Lane to accusations by Assistant Attorney General Francis J. Fearful that Lane safeguarded fraudulent claimants in oil land leases. Fearful claims agreements with claimants shielded fraud, while Lane defends temporary relief acts and explains differing interpretations between departments.

Washington Secretary of the Interior Franklin K. Lane Francis J Department of Justice Lane Gregory Congress California Wyoming Taft Department of the Interior Kearful Public Lands Committee Lenroot Ferris Land Office Department

Sage and Sulphur Compound for Dark Hair

An old time remedy for gray hair uses sage and sulphur to restore color. Modern readers can buy Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound at drugstores. A downtown druggist claims it darkens evenly without obvious use, by applying with a sponge or brush and combing through strands.

Wyeth

Boys Working Reserve to Launch State Enrollment Drive

The United States Boys' Working Reserve in Connecticut plans a March 18 enrollment drive through schools to recruit 14 to 21 year old boys for farm work. Last year 700 boys were placed. this season aim is to secure several times that number for summer farm service.

Hartford United States Connecticut

Meriden Century Old Resident Honored on Birthday

Meriden mayor H. T. King presented in person felicitations to Mrs. Julia Copperthite Meriden's oldest resident on her 100th birthday. She has lived in Meriden 80 years and survives two husbands with three children including Daniel Robinson of Springfield Massachusetts. She is in good health and sews for the Red Cross.

Meriden Centenarian Meriden H. T. King Julia Copperthite

Aged Man Suffocated In Fire At Williams Homestead

Mystic March 15 Michael Morah aged 80 was suffocated and died early today from shock as fire gutted the Williams homestead, property of late B F Williams New London county commissioner Morah father of Mrs Clarence Williams the occupant The loss is 10000 dollars

Mystic Michael Morah Williams B. F. Williams New London Morah Clarence Williams

Matzoths Price Fixed by State Food Administration

The state food administration fixed wholesale matzoths at 13 cents per pound and retail at 14 cents cash and carry, or 14 12 cents on credit, for passover bread imported into the state. Hartford dispatch reports the action taken on March 15.

Hartford State Food Administration

Happenings in This Vicinity 25 Years Ago 1893

Ex secretary of State D Ward Northrop voted in 1881 to allow women to vote in school meetings. Captain S H Robinson rebuilt his boat The Widows Son and will head to salt water for summer. Berlin Bridge Company enlarging its office. New York boats no longer stop at Portland due to water level. Hartford boat struck Air Line bridge pier in the draw last night. Captain A R Mehaffey blown off course by blizzard off the Delaware coast. A Spring Street boy examined by doctors for smallpox. Selectman Charles R Woodward notes no feared spread. Attorney Elmer G Derby named Middlesex county prosecuting attorney. Rev Bradford P Raymond D D in Providence today. James S Parshley shoe store to be renovated. W J Coughlin sent shamrock from Mrs John Boyle O Reilly of Ireland and to Patrick Dorsey. Chester Shepard moving family to Melrose MA. Mrs Henry Bernard entertaining friends from Brooklyn NY. Tug J W Coulston brought in the first ton of coal barges for season. Rev D W Hubbard of Westbrook to lead Reform Club meeting Sunday.

D. Ward Northrop S. H. Robinson Berlin Bridge Company New York Portland Hartford Air Line Bridge A. R. Mehaffey Delaware Spring Street W. J. Coughlin John Boyle O’reilly Ireland Patrick Dorsey Chester Shepard Melrose Mass Henry Bernard Brooklyn N. Y J. W. Coulston D. W. Hubbard Westbrook Reform Club

Begging Regulation Plan Voted By Connecticut Defense Council

Hartford reports that a bill before Congress to regulate solicitation of funds for war aid and other purposes would be enforced by the national government. The Connecticut State Council of Defense approved the terms and urged Connecticut’s congressional representatives to back the pending measure. A closing quip notes a softened statement can still have a sting.

Hartford Congress Connecticut State Council of Defense Defense Council Connecticut

Unconquerable souls must endure for freedom

The passage declares that only those who are fearless and willing to sacrifice can preserve liberty for future ages, warning that failure would darken humanity and leave liberty chained to tyranny. It emphasizes unwavering resolve and rejection of faint-heartedness in defending freedom.

America

Easter Silk Garments Range in Dresses and Sizes

The display features silk poplin and silk taffeta dresses, some plain and others richly embroidered. Available in regular sizes 16 to 44 and extra sizes 37 to 45, with prices from 12.50 to 30.00.

Men's Wear Woolens Coats Offer Best Value

For street or outing use these coats are the best investment for good looks and long service. Available in loose and fitted models ranging from $18.50 to $25.00.

Freezone promises quick relief from corns and calluses

A Cincinnati authority touts Freezone as painless and rapid for corns and calluses. A quarter ounce costs a few cents, drops applied directly relieve soreness and loosen the corn or callus so it lifts away without irritating surrounding skin. Women should keep it on the dresser.

Cincinnati

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Cotton Census Report Seg Departments OF Interior and Justice Sanfords Ginger Freedom Boston Post Marcellas Crepe de Farever Co Main and Court New England Lyman D. Mills Co Court Street R. J. Atwell Main ST Service Empire Dyeing & Cleaning CompAny Main Street Boxford Amerig Hotel Arrigoni Aetna Alloys H. Siegel I. Goldstein Kabatznick A. E. Holmes Fagan Ave Washington Street John W. Rogers
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