Poland could raise an army of 500000 in field
Warsaw via Paris March 27 General Pilsudski stated Poland can raise 500000 men if properly equipped. He cited shortages of rifles munitions and guns but praised allied support especially food from the United States. He argued a fully equipped force could deter German aggression and hoped diplomacy might resolve disputes with Czecho-Slovaks, though he doubted Germany would surrender without fighting.
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Warsaw
Paris
Poland
Pilsudski
United States
France
America
Russia
Germany
Governor Harding to testify on Rathbun pardon case
Des Moines Iowa March 27 Governor W D Harding whose pardon action in the Ern Rathbun case is under Iowa house judiciary committee investigation is expected to testify today on his own behalf. The hearing H J committee quizzed him chiefly on the pardon issuing after an abstract of testimony was reviewed. No mention was made of a $5000 payment alleged from Rathbun’s father for the governor’s action.
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Des Moines
W. D. Harding
Ern Rathbun
Iowa House Judiciary Committee
Rathbun
George Clark
Legislative Committee
Harding
Jealousy Suspect Likely Motive in Double Murder Suicide
Rochester Pa March 27 police say jealousy likely prompted W T Clark 27 to shoot and kill his wife Marie Clark 22 and Enuron J Anderson 32. Clark wounded himself after the crime and doctors fear he will die. Clark and Marie had been separated for some time and she sought a divorce. When learning Anderson showed attentions to Marie, Clark demanded she return. the shooting followed his refusal.
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Rochester
W. T. Clark
Marie Clark
Enuron J. Anderson
Clark
Anderson
Five Die in Potash Mine Disaster in Alsace-Lorraine
Paris reports a mine disaster at Mal in Alsace Lorraine where five workers were killed and ten injured. The incident occurred during an ex ieee event according to local dispatches. Names of victims and exact causes were not detailed in the available text.
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Paris
Ieee
Malin
Alsace-Lorraine
Bayer Cross on Aspirin Tablets Safety Label
A Brooklyn dealer sold aspirin tablets with a Bayer Cross safety label and claimed they were genuine and safe. The composition reportedly included talcum, and the quantity and provenance remain unclear.
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BAYER
Brooklyn
Opposition 10 League Will Die Opposition 10 League Will Die
Washington reports say amendments drafted in Paris will trim opposition to the League of Nations covenant. President Wilson is expected to win over most opponents, with Taft’s suggestions aiding safeguards such as the Monroe Doctrine.
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Washington
Paris
Wilson
Borah
Poindexter
la Follette
Taft
White House
Cary T. Grayson
Controversy over Christian Science control in court
Boston March 27 Trustees managing the Christian Science Publishing Society sue the mother church directors in equity alleging bid to seize control of society and publications. Temporary injunction blocks directors from interfering with trustees Lamond Rowland Herbert W. Eustace and David B. Ogden. Lawyers include Charles Evans Hughes and Silas H. Strawn. Plaintiffs cite profits over 450000 dollars in six months ending Oct 1 1918.
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Boston
Christian Science Publishing Society
Mary G. Eddy
Supreme Court
Herbert W. Eustace
David B. Ogden
Adam Tickey
James A. Neal
Edward A. Merritt
William R. Rathvon
John V. Dittemore
Annie M. Knott
Braley
Rowlands
Charles Evans Hughes
New York
Sherman L. Whipple
Silas H. Strawn
Chicago
The
Equity
Paying The Price for Germany's War Woes
The piece rejects sympathy for Germany, arguing its woes stem from deliberate aims and wartime conquest. It claims Germans, like the conquerors, chose their fate and must bear consequences, paying a share of the proper debt through living and working rather than demanding mercy or slavery relief.
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New York Times
Germany
Seoon
Five Civilians Receive Distinguished Service Medals
The D S C announced on March 27 that five civilians are awarded Distinguished Service Medals for wartime service. Honorees include Edward N. Hurley chairman of the Shipping Board Edgar A Stettinius special representative in France for the War Department Paul O D Cravath representative abroad of the Treasury George McFadden representative in France of the War Department.
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Washington
Edward N. Hurley
Shipping Board
Edgar A. Stettinius
France
Paul Od. Cravath
United States Treasury Department
George McFadden
Early London Riots Reach Photo Gallery in Britain
One of the first photographs to arrive in the country shows rioting in London after two American sailors were arrested for allegedly violating the London Sunday laws by gambling. American soldiers and sailors, aided by Canadian troops, tried to rescue them, triggering heightened unrest quickly suppressed by London police.
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London
Wvas
Coal production at half normal amid weak demand
Washington reports total anthracite and bituminous coal output sits at about 50 percent of full time. The decline stems from reduced orders since Christmas, continuing after the armistice. From November 1, 1918 to March 15, 1919 the loss exceeded 35 million tons versus the prior year. Consumers are urged to stock up while demand is low to prevent next winter shortages. Also, Base Hospital No. 92 and several divisions have been assigned to early convoy by the War Department.
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Washington
Geological Survey
United States Fuel Administration
Fuel Administration
War Department
60Th Field Artilley
128Th
129Th
130Th Field Artillery
Why Druggists Recommend Swamp-Root
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root has long been favored by druggists as a trusted kidney liver and bladder medicine. It strengthens the organs to perform naturally and has stood the test of years. Sold by all druggists and recommended for inquiry, with a sample offer of ten cents for readers of the Middletown Evening Press.
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Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Middletown Evening Press
Mahogany Serving Trays Construction Differences
A passage notes a clear difference in construction of mahogany serving trays, making it most economical to buy only the highest grades. It emphasizes surface similarity masks deeper build quality distinctions and suggests selecting premium trays for value.
Wire Strike Vote Begins Balloting National Tie-Up
More than 400 000 telegraph and telephone operators of the Commercial Telegraphers Union of America started a nationwide vote on a strike against telegraph and telephone lines. President Konenkamp cites Postmaster General Burleson's attitude and wage disputes as causes and says a strike could occur within a month if the vote favors action.
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Commercial Telegraphers’ Union
Chicago
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union of America Today
S. J. Konenkamp
Burleson
Konenkamp
Wilson
Happenings in this vicinity 25 years ago
Local notes from The Penny Penny: fruit buds damaged by cold snap. Rev P M Snyder to resign from South Congregational Church and will accept a call to Burlington VT. Plowing active. early crops planted. Coal box ready for launch. Cold snap slows river freshet. Quarry workers meet about wages. next meeting omitted this year. Tobacco growers fear lower prices. J P Hoffert travels to Fishers Island. Henry Woodward at Norwich Masonic temple dedication. Standard Oil erecting a storage tank, blocked on two plots. First female tramp to seek lodging sent to almshouse. Y M C A building near opening in May.
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P. M. Snyder
South Congregational Church
Burlington
Gildersleeve Yard
Portland
J.P. Hoffert
Fishers Island
Henry Woodward
Norwich
Standard Oil Co
Roger Kennedy
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Promises Youthful Vitality
An old time remedy claiming to delay aging by cleansing kidneys and digestive organs. The ad promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules, odorless tasteless capsules of five drops, said to stimulate kidney action, eliminate poisons, and restore vigor with regular use. It urges immediate purchase from druggists and to request the original imported Gold Medal brand in sealed packages.
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Haarlem
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R. J. Atwell
Main ST
Sterling Thrift Cub
Scientific
Sterling
Bacon Bros
Middletown
J. W Brewen Co, “Wain and Court Streete
Prana
Brockton Co-Operative
Brainard & Logan
Farmers Mechanics Savings Bank
Middle Town
Conn
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