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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1918

Page

4

Evening Press needs subscribers and address updates

The Middletown Connecticut Evening Press announces subscription terms and mail delivery details. It notes that papers may be stopped only on change of address and that notices to discontinue must be received by 6 30 a m on publication day. It lists sales outlets at Sanders Book Store and other addresses.

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Mt Higby Weather and War News Digest

The Mt. Higby station reports twenty four hours ending at noon with maximum 63, minimum 5, mean 48, at noon 50, barometer 29.05 and wind northeast clear. War notes mention German offensive under way with small Wisconsin margin of victory and rumors of peace as major battles unfold. Reports on neutral Holland shipping, railroad theft case in New Haven, first day of spring, German attack expectations, pacifist tar by South Dakota resident, and 60 day delay in airplane work with Liberty motors coming to boost effort.

Mt. Higby

Tax Questions for Trotzky and Lenine Abroad

The writer ponders whether Trotzky or Lenine would owe income tax if abroad, noting both are currently part of a profitable enterprise. The remark suggests interest in how political figures handle taxation in foreign jurisdictions.

Trotzky Or Lenine

Grip Returns This Season In New Form

Grip appears again this season with the same old symptoms that strike the head and various parts of the human body. It arrives late but persists with familiar patterns, affecting health and daily routines across the community.

Extra time plan for weed free garden care

The note asks what to do with saved time from March 31 to October 27. It suggests spending about an hour daily to keep a home garden weed free, outlining a seasonal routine and the implied benefit of consistent garden maintenance.

German Sub Mission Sparks Tension at Home and Abroad

The world awaits Germany’s move to take over the Russian program for its own people. Analysts warn of trouble both in Germany and Russia as the plan becomes public within Germany.

Germany Russia

Price of eggs falls as public attention stays on coal

The writer notes egg prices drop by about half while people stay quiet, contrasting public focus with high prices. Coal delivery issues persist, urging officials to flood the river with coal barges. A nearby shipyard across the river threatens the Portland sand bank long favored by local children.

Portland

Crop trend looms over New Jersey fashion districts

In New Jersey the loafer crop surpassed expectations, with lawmakers weighing implications for other regions. The state law could affect fashion districts while Garryine presses a profitable path. Connecticut legislators anticipate the 12 war department measure passing at a special session, potentially endorsed by Governor Holcomb Coane abroad.

New Jersey Connecticut War Department Goveror Holcomb

Connecticut Faces Debts and Voting for Soldiers

The state aims to let soldiers abroad vote and projects being debt free by July. Connecticut has raised taxes during wartime and patrons patience is praised as lawmakers learn prudent fiscal limits for state and municipalities.

Connecticut

Senator Owens Puts Forward German Goods Boycott

Oklahoma Senator Owens urges the Senate to adopt a measure boycotting all German goods five years after the war. The proposal notes some support but warns memory fades as German items become cheaper than American or European rivals, highlighting how patriotism softens when price wins.

Owens Oklahoma Senate

East Berlin Prepares Orchestra and Fishing Plans

East Berlin on March 22 reports an upcoming town orchestra event and fishermen preparing for the annual trout fishing after April 1. Potatoes have fallen in price, memorial services were held for Harry James Smith who died in an automobile crash in British Columbia, Arthur Miner returns to Bridgeport, and Wesleyan students entertain at Athletic Hall this evening.

East Berlin Congregational Church Berlin Harry James Smith British Columbia Arthur Miner Bridgeport Wesleyan Athletic Hall

Police hold girl after mother's battered death in Jersey City

Jersey City March 22 Miss Bessie McDougal daughter of Mrs Mary McDougal who was found dead in her home yesterday with a battered head was held by police today. She refused to speak and called a lawyer. Sisters refused to stay in the house as detectives learned of quarrel and violent temper. Police initially suspected robbery murder.

Jersey City N. J Bessie McDougal Mary McDougal Miss McDougal Bessie

Prohibits Nearing Lecture In Stamford Theatre

John J. Treat issued an order to Chief Brennan prohibiting Prof. Scott Nearing from appearing as a socialist lecturer booked for Sunday night at a local theatre under the local socialist group. The mayor acted after yesterday’s federal grand jury indictment.

Nearing Stamford John J. Treat Brennan Scott Nearing Federal Grand Jury

Wisnewski Arrested for Intoxication in City Court

City Court heard the case of William Wisnewski, arrested by Captain of Police Kincaid for intoxication. He refused to move when instructed. Employed at W. & B. Douglas company factory. Court imposed a $2 fine plus $5 costs. This was the only case before the court.

William Wisnewski Kincaid W. & B. Douglas Company

Pleasing End to Baptist Social Between Two Sides

The Baptist church social ended with the Gold side triumphing 63 points over the Blue side. Miss Grace Klein led the Blues and Roger Stimson led the Golds. Ralph G. Matthers and Miss Klein organized the event with music from Mr. Brown of Wesleyan. About fifty attendees enjoyed games and refreshments.

The Baptist Church Grace Klein Roger Stimson Miss Klein Ralph G. Matthers Mr. Brown Wesleyan

Case Postponed Hearing in Gildersleeve Case Next Tuesday

Hearing in the Gildersleeve matter regarding the death of Daniel McCarthy on Main street is postponed to next Tuesday at 9 AM in city court. Prosecuting Attorney Bertrand E. Spencer continued the Laring on petition of Gustav B. Carlson, attorney for Miss Gildersleeve, this morning.

Marion Gildersleeve Daniel McCarthy Main Street Bertrand E. Spencer Gustav B. Carlson Miss. Gildersleeve

Lemon Beauty Lotion From Orchard White And Lemons

A frugal cosmetic recipe blends lemon juice with three ounces of orchard white to yield a quarter pint of lotion. Strain juice to remove pulp, keep for months, and apply to face neck arms and hands to whiten soften and freshen skin. Drugstore supplies orchard white inexpensively and lemons are home sourced.

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