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Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1918

Page

5

Germans Renew Bombardment Along Locre to Ypres Front

War office reports intensified German bombardment from Locre to south of Ypres as the line along the hills west of Kem resists Allied positions. British gains noted at Hinges, French report a local Locre enterprise capturing prisoners, with German activity in Jeppe forest and Meteren. The statement claims slight position improvements and renewed German efforts to encircle Ypres.

Locre Ypres War Office Pres-Comines Kem Belgian Jeppe Forest Meteren Midy Flanders Nieppe Forest Toni Picardy Flanbattle France Germany Italy Foch Asiago Plateu Ypres-Comines Calanath Scherlif Hindenburg Ypres-Poperinghe Ocre Belfrontier R H Eastman Nieppe Meteran the-Bel

Fighting Along Italian Front Sees Increased Violence Across Front

Reports from Amsterdam indicate rising fighting activity along the entire Italian front from Giudicaria valley to the Adriatic. The war office notes intensified action on the Star front as Austro German forces appear poised for a major offensive and allied forces reinforce positions around Asiago and the upper valley.

Amsterdam Giudicaria Valley Adri‘sea War Office

Clemenceau Rules Out Real Peace Prospects

Paris May 4 Premier Clemenceau told the tary foreign affairs committee that there was never a real peace possibility. He dismissed Austria's peace efforts as unserious. Earlier Count Czernin claimed France had made overtures, while Paris revealed a letter from Emperor Charles acknowledging France’s claims to Alsace Lorraine and supporting Belgium and Serbia’s restoration.

Paris Clemenceau Count Czernin Austria France Charles Alsace-Lorraine Belgium Servia

Nurse Butterworth Dies in York Street Jail Fire

Miss Minnie I. Butterworth a 29 year old Holyoke nurse who shot and killed George A. Elliott a Holyoke druggist on April 5 committed death by her own action last evening at York street jail. She wrapped herself in blankets and set fire to them in the jail bathroom and died at a hospital two hours later after firing five shots in Holyoke streets earlier.

Springfield Mass Minnie I. Butterworth Holyoke George A. Elliott York Street Butterworth Elliott

Council Meeting Monday Night

The regular monthly Common Council session will be held Monday night May 6 at 8 o clock. The adjourned hearing on proposed changes to Mt Vernon Church Cross streets and College Place will be presented and acted upon. The meeting will occupy much time with several continued matters and the routine business.

Common Council Mt. Vernon Church Cross Streets College Place

New York Over The Top In Liberty Loan Drive

New York City reached the top of its bond subscription during the third Liberty Loan drive just before noon. The second Federal Reserve district is considered over the top, with New York City previously lagging. How far the district is over is not yet known, but it is believed to exceed the quota by many millions.

New York New York City Federal Reserve District New Yo City

New Drug Store Opens After Buyout at Main Street

John J. Cronin has bought Economy Drug Store at 226 Main street and is remodeling the interior. A well known local druggist, he has spent 14 years in the business here as both clerk and proprietor. Five years ago he took over Berquist Drug Store at the present site, sold to Economy Drug Co., two years ago, and now resumes sole proprietorship.

John J. Cronin Economy Drug Store Main Street Cronin Berquist Drug Store Economy Drug Co

German Losses and Reserves in Recent Offensive

Paris reports from a Matin front correspondent estimate German losses at 400000 in the latest offensive with reserves around 650000. Over 150000 were only slightly wounded and may return to the firing line. The 1920 class will contribute 450000 by autumn enabling a possible repeat of the offensive on the same scale only once more.

Paris

Great Mine Field In North Sea

London may 4 the greatest mine field known to history has been laid by the British in the North sea to block the operation of German submarines according to Archibald Hurd the naval expert of the daily telegraph the mine field covers about 121 782 square miles

North Sea London Archibald Hurd Daily Telegraph

Turkey Refuses Balkan Peace Settlement Plan

Paris May 4 Turkey rejects the peace settlement pushed by Bulgarian Premier Radoslavoff. It would cede Karagatch and the lower Maritza valley unless Turkey forgoes further compensatory claims on Balkan territory Bulgaria could gain. The plan originated with Germany.

Turkey Paris Radoslavoff Bulgaria

Rumors of German Raids Hit Atlantic Port

Belief that a German raider is active on the American coast grows after the Cyclops disappearance. A ship arrived today from Central American ports traveling with lights out at night.

Atlantic

Hartford Liberty Loan Parade Reaches 20 Million Mark

In Hartford on May 4 a massive parade drew between 10000 and 12000 participants to celebrate Hartford surpassing the $20,000,000 milestone in the liberty loan drive.

Chicago Reaches Liberty Loan Quota

Chicago reached its Liberty loan quota by 1 PM with subscriptions totaling 126 500 000 dollars. The city’s minimum quota stood at 126 180 000 dollars and the 1 o'clock report showed the target surpassed by 320 000 dollars.

Chicago

Big Jewel Robbery Stuns London to Bombay Shipment

Diamonds rubies and pearls valued at 250000 pounds were aboard the steamship Nodoya bound from London to Bombay. The cargo, shipped March 15, was stolen en route according to today’s report.

London Bombay Nodoya

Auto Bandits Hold Up Paymaster at Ideal Tire Plant

Two automobile bandits wearing overalls held up a paymaster at the Ideal Tire and Rubber Company plant in Cleveland today and escaped with five thousand dollars. The crime was reported this morning.

Cleveland Ideal Tire & Rubber Company

Emperor Leaves For Front Amid War Mobilization

Emperor Charles of Austria departs Vienna for the Italian front with the Austrian general staff and Chief of Staff von Arz. The May 4 dispatch from Amsterdam notes the move underway as World War I forces shift in Italy.

Emperor Amsterdam Emperor Charles Austria Vienna von Arz

Paris Bombardment Gun Hit in Long Range Strike

Paris officials announce a successful hit on a long range German gun that had been bombarding the city. The strike was reported as effective and timely with no further details available.

Paris

Lloyd George Received By King Inondon May Fourth

Premier Lloyd George was received in audience by King George at the palace today in Inondon. The meeting underscored ongoing wartime leadership and diplomatic alignment with the crown as authorities discussed policy and unity.

Lloyd George King Inondon Lloyd Con King George

Blanket Power Fight Delays Baker Army Size Plan

Washington reports clash over Baker’s authority to draft soldiers. House Military Affairs Chair Dent opposes broad blanket calling power, proposing four million limit. Senate committee split, with many "big army" members backing large increases. Administration predicts Congress will grant the War Department full discretion on army size.

Washington Wilson Congress Baker War Department Senate House Dent Military Affairs Committee Senate Military Affairs Committee Reed Missouri

Farmerettes Arrive in Greenwich for Six-Week Farm Work

A unit of ten farmerettes arrived in Greenwich and are encamped on Henry J. Fisher's Round Hill farm. Chaperoned by Mrs. Dorothy Hirthler, they come from New York and New Jersey except Mrs. Houghton Bulkeley of Hartford. Joined by additional units, they will wear overalls and perform general agricultural tasks on the Fisher, Roger S. Baldwin, and Mrs. John H. Flagler farms for six weeks.

Greenwich

High Churchman For Birth Control

London reports Rev. William Ralph Ince dean of St Pauls Cathedral advocates birth control and eugenics. He warns of vast postwar unemployment and argues that reducing births is needed since average lifespans have lengthened by a third in sixty years. He says eugenics and birth control are save and make happy the population.

London William Ralph Ince St. Paul’s Cathedral Ince

Finland Campaign Ends as Germans Await Withdrawal

London reports German generals deem the Finnish campaign finished though withdrawal timing remains unclear. Swedish troops sent to the Aland islands to restore order will be withdrawn. The Red Guard army near Kuestala Kota was surrounded by White Guard forces.

Finland London Copenhagen Aland Islands Kuestala-Kota

Emergency Food Bill Approved by Agriculture Committee

Washington May 4 nineteen million dollar emergency food appropriation bill favorably reported to the House by the committee on agriculture. The measure includes funds to eliminate diseases and pests plus 3 million for transporting farm labor during harvest and 6.5 million for sale of seeds to farmers at cost.

Washington House Committee On Agriculture

Soldier Steals $4 From Candy Store in Stamford

A Bridgeport soldier, Louis Clericuzio, stationed at Camp Merritt and in aviation, broke into Xanthos' candy store on Atlantic Street in Stamford, stealing $4 and several boxes of candy. He was arrested and camp authorities have been notified. they are expected later today.

Stamford Louis Clericuzio Bridgeport Camp Merritt Atalntic Street

Horse Thief Caught in Norwalk

Charles Ginty of Sheepshead Bay L I stole a horse from in front of a Norwalk saloon owned by Oscar Westerling of Westport. Policeman Cornelius Sweeney chased them in a jitney and recovered both horse and thief in Wilton. Ginty held on $2000 bond for trial Monday morning.

Norwalk Charles Ginty Sheepshead Bay L. I Oscar Westerling Westport Cornelius Sweeney Ginty Wilton

Negotiations Underway for Duke Adolf Friedrich as Finland King

A Helsingfors dispatch says negotiations are in progress to appoint Duke Adolf Friedrich of Mecklenburg Strelitz as king of Finland. The German nobleman is reportedly willing to accept.

Finland Stockholm Adolf Friedrich Mecklenburg- Strelitz Helsingfors

Cardinal Injured By Stone Attack On Train

Cardinal Czernoch was injured when a stone shattered a railway car window as he left Budapest. The incident was reported by a dispatch received here today and details remain limited.

Zurich Cardinal Czernoch Budapest

Vrooman To Speak In Hartford

Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Carl Vrooman accepted an invitation to address the Connecticut Home Garden workers convention at the state capitol in Hartford on Thursday May 9. The visit marks a scheduled speech by a federal official during a state capital event.

Aged Guilford Woman Clara Sage Dies at 92

Clara I. Sage 92 a longtime benefactress to Guilford died yesterday. Her gifts included an organ to the First Congressional church and she was known for her philanthropy in the town.

Guilford Clara I. Sage First Congressional Church

Roumania Peace Pact Reported Near Signing

Berlin reports a Roumania peace pact with the central powers expected to be signed by Sunday in Zurich. The notice cites Berlin sources as the agreement progresses toward closure.

Zurich Berlin

East Situation Seen Hopeless by German Socialist Paper

The Berlin Vorwaerts declares the eastern situation hopeless in discussing the Ukrainian revolution. It cites failed promises to withdraw from Lithuania and Estonia, the union with Prussia, and arrests of Ukrainian government members. The piece notes German chancellor explanation sought by Deputy Erzberger in the Reichstag.

Socialist Berlin the Hague Vorwaerts Lithuania Esthenia Russia Prussia Ukrainia Erzberger Reichstag

President pardons soldiers who slept in France

The White House announced clemency for four American soldiers court martialed in France. Two received full pardons for sleeping at posts, while the other two had their sentences commuted to three years hard labor at Fort Leavenworth. Names include Private Forrest D. Sebastian Private Jeff Cook Olan Ledowen and Stanley G. Fishback.

Washington Wilson France White House Fort Leavenworth Kaw Forrest D. Sebastian Jeff Cook Olan Ledowen Stanley G. Fishback War Department

Senate move to force aircraft probe in profiteering case

Washington May 4 a fresh Senate push seeks an immediate inquiry into charges of criminal profiteering in the billion dollar aircraft program. Senator Gallinger, Republican leader, offered a resolution directing the expenditures committee to investigate war department appropriations. The measure passed with a recess allowance but was not voted on and goes to Monday.

Washington Senate Gallinger Committee War Department Congress

Flood passport bill passes house to close borders

Washington May 4 The Flood passport bill granting the department of justice power to close U S borders to enemy agents passed the house unanimously this afternoon An amendment allowing Americans and Canadians to cross the border by permits was rejected 44 to 16 Representative Flood urged passage saying the president called him three times this week to urge its passage.

Washington Department of Justice United States House Representative Flood

Violent Fighting At Kiev Between Factions

Violent fighting has broken out in Kiev between supporters of the new Ukrainian government and the old Rada, according to dispatches received today.

Kiev Zurich Ukrainia Rada

Old Rada hostile to Germany in Ukraine fighting

Report notes hostile stance by the old Rada toward Germany as forces backing the new government clash with German troops in Ukraine. It also states Germany has established a martial regime at Kiev.

Rada Germany Ukrainia Kiev

German Prisoners Plot To Escape At Fort McPherson

Investigation at Fort McPherson after German POWs were found to be tunneling under barbed wire. A 50 foot tunnel ran from beneath a barracks to the Camp Belton road. Several prisoners are under special guard as investigators probe who aided the effort.

Atlanta Fort McPherson Camp Belton Road

Refused to Buy Bond at Waterbury Rally

Nelson Flodin of Waterbury refused to buy a liberty bond at a rally. He was jostled by the crowd and arrested before any harm occurred. This morning he again refused to buy and was discharged by the court for lack of sufficient evidence to convict.

Waterbury Nelson Flodin Flodin

New War Time Prohibition Bill Introduced in House

Washington May 4 a new war time prohibition bill was introduced in the house this afternoon Representative Randall of California would by congressional enactment prohibit for the duration of the war all interstate commerce in intoxicating liquors or even fruits foods and food stuffs used in their manufacture Importation and exportation of these articles also would be prohibited.

Washington House Representative Randall California

Death of Mrs Bessie Ionescu Former Roumanian Premier's Wife

Mrs Bessie Ionescu aged 62 wife of the former Roumanian premier died from injuries after being thrown from a horse the day before. The death occurred in London and was reported today.

London Bessie Ionescu Roumania

Big Paper Mill Burned in Watertown Fire

A fire at the International Paper Company mills in Watertown New York today destroyed the facilities. The blaze began in the dynamo room and caused an estimated loss of 125000 dollars.

Watertown N. Y International Paper Company

Sinn Fein Secretary Arrested in Ireland

London dispatch reports Austin Stack Sinn Fein secretary arrested at Tralee in Ireland this afternoon as per Central News. The event was confirmed by a Central News dispatch from London on May 4.

Sinn Fein London Austin Stack Ireland Tralee

Sub Treasury Report Gained $799000 From Banks

The report from New York dated May 4 states that the sub-treasury gained $799,000 from banks in a single day. It notes the shift in balances and the liquidity impact on government funds. Strong financial institutions and sources are cited without speculation.

Treasury New York Sub-Treasury

British Losses Reach Quarter Million On Western Front

Washington reports British losses in the ongoing western front offensive nearing a quarter of a million men. The British mission notes a temporary lull, expects renewed German pressure, and warns that a new major German push toward Channel ports could come at high cost. The Twenty-Fifth Division is highlighted for extreme casualties and stubborn defense around Epehy and Kemmel, sustaining heavy losses but contributing to counterattacks and line holds.

Washington Flanders Channel Epehy Kemmel

Connecticut Cities Over Boosts Third Liberty Loan Quota

New Haven May 4 final day of the campaign shows every city either over its quota or certain to exceed it, with Hartford leading in doubling its quota as many towns reach or surpass their targets. Demonstrations occur statewide, honor flags fly, and Hartford plans a monster parade with Camp Devens troops and 4,000 women aiming to push state subscriptions toward the 20 million mark and the overall 5 billion quota.

Connecticut New Haven Hartford Camp Devens

Pershing Congratulated by Methodist Bishops in France

A cablegram from the executive officers of the bishops of the Methodist Episcopal church expresses appreciation for General Pershing's care of American soldiers in France. The message conveys confidence in officers and men bearing the American flag. A separate greeting was sent to the Methodist Episcopal Church South conference in Atlanta.

Pershing Pittsburgh France Board of Bishops of The Methodist Episcopal Church General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South Atlanta

Backward, O Time Syracuse Messenger Boy Resigns

Rev Ira Van Allen a forty two year old messenger who left the pulpit to join Western Union Telegraph Company answered a hotel call asking if he was the boy sent for. A clerk and guest confirmed the match.

Syracuse N. Y Ira van Allen Western Union Telegraph Company

Navy Casualty Lists Reveal Milton L. Lewis Died in 1918

Washington May 4 The Navy Department announced the death of Milton Leon Lewis seaman and national naval volunteer of Rochester North Carolina. He served as a signalman aboard the Greek steamer Asimina which was torpedoed and sunk on June 28 1918, during World War I.

Navy Washington Navy Department Milton Leon Lewis National Naval Volunteer of Rochester Asimina

Germans Heavily Sentenced in Espionage Case

Sioux Falls reports Conrad Kronemann editor and John H. Wolff Kimball businessman were heavily sentenced today under the espionage act Kronemann received ten years in prison and a $1000 fine Wolff five years and a $1000 fine The cases reflect a harsh stance on espionage offenses.

Sioux Falls S. D Conrad Kronemann This City John H. Wolff Kimball Kronemann Wolff

Nomination Made for War Finance Director Post

Clifford M. Leonard of Chicago named as director of the War Finance Corporation for a two year term. The position was offered initially to Allan B. Fodbes, who declined. Leonard is a banker in Chicago.

Washington Wilson Clifford M. Leonard Chicago War Finance Corporation Allan B. Fodbes Leonard

Funeral for Mrs Catherine L Scoville at St John’s

The funeral for Mrs. Catherine L. Scoville will be held from her home at 73 Grand Street Monday morning at 8 30 and from St. John’s Church at 9. Interment follows at St. John’s Cemetery.

Catherine L. Scoville Grand Street St. John’s Church St. John’s Cemetery

French Bombardments on Picardy Front Do Noted

Paris reports heavy bombardments on the Avre river front during the night. French raids near the Oise sector from Tilette to Pomelle seize several prisoners. German attempted surprise attacks in Cavaliers de Courcy and north and northeast of Rheims were repulsed.

Paris Picardy War Office Avre Oise Tilette Pomelle Cavaliers de Courcy Rheims

Quiet Opening In Stock Market On May Day

Stock quotations from Richter & Company Hartford note a quiet opening with no major outside activity. Early gains fade to fractional declines as trading remains narrow. Distillers Securities rise to 52 1/4, Baldwin Locomotive at 79 1/2, Steel common at 97 8/8 with overall light volume and minimal weekly change.

New York Distillers Baldwin Locomotive

Chicago Market Close May Four Commodity and Bank Data

In Chicago on May 4 corn finished 1 8 cent lower while oats rose 1 4 to 5 8 cent. May corn at 127 1 4 and July 148 5 8 to 1 2. Oats May 77 5 8 to 1 2, June 74 5 8, July 6 3 4 to 5 8. Park May 46 02, July 46 50. Lard May 26 62, ribs May 23 55 July 24 30. Bank statement shows New York May 4 loans up 6 583000, demand deposits up 26 635000, time deposits up 2 507000, reserves down 1 877210.

Chicago New York

Clearing House Statement New York May 4 Sub treasury credit

New York on May 4 reports sub treas ury credit 877 920 exchanges 585 916 678 balances 68 499 731 and related figures for Clearing House.

Clearing House New York Sub-treasury

Dr William E Foster Visits Middletown Relates Boyhood Ties

Dr William E Foster and Mrs Foster, now of Long Island, visited this week. Foster, a former Middletown resident, lived with his parents at Pearl and Court streets and has not been back in 30 years, noting many city changes and his boyhood interest.

William E. Foster Foster Long Island Dr. Foster Middletown Pearl and Court Streets

Billy the bulldog leaps to death in Seattle

Seattle police report a brindle bulldog named Billy committed suicide by leaping from a sidewalk to a railroad track thirty feet below. The dog allegedly attacked a ten year old boy, was punished, and then made the fatal leap.

Billy Seattle Wash

Hangman Now In Jail In New York May 4

Hans Kor dress, known as hangman in Germany, was arrested for failing to register after believing a similar law barred his photo in New York. He is jailed.

New York Hans_ Kordress Germany

Aviator Killed In Bay Shore Hydro Plane Crash

A naval hydroplane crashed into Great South Bay at Bay Shore L I killing Ensign Alden of Fort Wayne Indiana and seriously injuring another aviator. The incident occurred today as the craft dropped 300 feet.

Babylon L. L Great South Bay Bay Shore L. I Ensign Alden Fort Wayne Ind

Middletown Passes Liberty Loan Million Dollar Mark

Middletown surpassed the Liberty Loan target with subscriptions totaling 1 053 850 aided by factory workers and Boy Scouts. The town quota was 677 300, and with Governor Weeks and local leaders driving signing, the total rose to 1 064 850 as banks stayed open and the Liberty Loan cottage ran a strong sales program.

Connecticut Hospital staff sets high Third Liberty Loan record

The staff and employees of the Connecticut Hospital contributed to the Third Liberty Loan drive by subscribing a total of $16,000, up from $14,350 in the second drive. Most subscriptions were in $50 and $100 bonds, with only four $100 notes noted. The institution's leadership praises the patriotic effort and pride in the record.

Connecticut Hospital

East Berlin Methodist services announced for Sunday

The Methodist Episcopal church in East Berlin schedules morning worship with the new pastor Rev. L. C. Worth, Sunday school at noon, Epworth League at six, and an evening sermon by the pastor.

East Berlin Methodist Episcopal Church L. C.worth

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