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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1918
Page
4
Public notice details subscription terms addresses and changes for the Middletown Evening Press. It outlines rates options and deadlines for advertising and how to discontinue or modify orders. The notice lists locations where the paper is sold and provides administrative instructions for subscribers.
Weather at Mt Higby over the last twenty hours ends at noon with a maximum of 39 and a mean of 30.5, barometer 27 inches, wind NW, clear skies. The draft reveals many broken men, society must repair. The French army offers the most encouraging update, having previous experience and knowing their own power.
Report notes a third Liberty loan has been fully subscribed and hints a fourth loan may be issued in the autumn. Observers say the issue size is modest relative to national wealth, suggesting possible oversubscription at times.
Statistics indicate meat intake rose on meatless days, suggesting a shift in living habits and increased activity by government agents to monitor the situation over an extended period.
A letter argues that banning certain packages to troops overseas could improve supply space for food and ammunition. The writer concedes some parcels are useful but cautions that material of the wrong type wastes space and reduces essential rations for service members.
In a western city church a pastor unknowingly preached on a Sunday as leaders scrambled for funds. Community members debated needs for earthly goods and divine mission, while congregants pressed for practical support for operations and outreach.
Chicago officials plan to revoke the license of an alien square dealer to curb his operations. The licensing process, originally intended to grant and guard against abuses, now faces scrutiny as after the money is collected the officials allegedly consider actions to shut him down.
Fragmented remarks discuss coal and fuel distribution, shipping oversight, and strikes. President Wilson signals Democratic shifts in New Jersey while voter appetite grows for genuine candidates. Food supplies, notably potatoes, appear stressed as households brace for spring shortages.
Wartime article critiques political campaigns in Hartford. It argues officials hoard power and resources, using municipal management as a stepping stone for emolument. The public grows restless over shortages and spending as political lines sharpen.
A public notice explains that clocks move forward one hour after midnight on Saturday, making Sunday morning begin at 2. It urges compliance with the federal time change, noting the law’s legal status and predicting mixed reactions while stressing punctuality for churches, trains, and shops.
Local items report Robert Adams ill with pneumonia at parents’ home. George W. Lees to move into Howard Southworth’s house near West factory. Jolly Twelve whist club prizes awarded to several members. Ladies’ Aid to meet in Baptist chapel. Saybrook’s E B Stannard returns to Pratt Road mill. Clemens big musical comedy company drew large crowds, delayed arrival, two hours of entertainment with magic, vaudeville, singers, and an eight piece orchestra from Hartford.
A 1900s style promotional piece urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for sick children showing signs of constipation. It touts a gentle, thorough laxative effect, promises relief within hours, and warns to avoid counterfeit syrups while instructing to ask for a 50-cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company.
A large auto truck faced delays caused by the roadway’s poor condition. The notice mentions dead horses, cattle, and mules removed free of charge with reverse charges offered by Allison Bros., Inc. of Middletown. Also promotes Easter flowers from Stannard Hill greenhouse in Westbrook with phone number 93-3.
Vivian Martin stars in the Paramount romance The Sunset Trail with Geral Farrar featured in The Woman God Forgot coming next Tuesday.
Centerbrook March 27 Miss Clara Ketcham county teacher of home economics gives a lecture on scientific planning of meals in the conference house this afternoon. Schools closed today for a short Easter vacation. A son was born Monday to Mr and Mrs Tony Ella. Mid week service will be held Friday evening in the conference house. Mr and Mrs Saunders spent the weekend with their daughter in Norwich.
Advert says pimples fade after using Dr Edwards Olive Tablets and Clive Tablets as a gentle calomel substitute. Claims cleanse blood and bowels, banish bad breath and dullness, with a purely vegetable formula and olive color. Doses are one or two nightly for a week. priced 10c and 25c at all druggists.
A testimonial from Poughkeepsie New York by Mrs John Sanpison describes using Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription during pregnancy and morning sickness. She reports improved well being, a healthy baby daughter Lillian, and credits the remedy with easing discomfort. The notice notes the product contains no alcohol and is sold in tablet or liquid form with a 10 cent sample offer.
Spring Term begins April 1 with new classes to train beginners for practical business education. Summer session continues to July 31. War Department seeks hundreds of stenographers typists and clerks and will hire all who pass tests at salaries of 1100 dollars rising to 1200 after three months.
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