Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

The Evening Press in Middletown, Connecticut

We have 1,749,131 pages in Connecticut

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

The Evening Press

Location

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1918

Page

4

Service and Operator Rooms Notice

Subscriptors cannot be opened for service. subscribers will please recheck pending reception. Address at 299 Main St and 333 Main St appear as key locations for service.

Elias

Mt Higby Weather and Political Notes

Weather at Mt Higby for 24 hours ending noon reports 64 maximum 33 minimum 54 at 12 noon barometer 30 22 inches wind from the north. The text then drifts into contemporary political commentary noting war rumors, party dynamics, and local election reflections. A mix of weather data and speculative politics with regional references and names.

Mt. Higby

Demobilization Shapes European Political Struggles

The Springfield Republican notes that demobilization worsens political tensions across Europe. It cites Bulgaria where soldiers aided the overthrow of the monarchy and the rise of a Bulgarian republic, Austria's "soldier councils" echoing Russian soviets, and observers fearing a dangerous shift as soldiers integrate into civil life after the war.

Springfield Republican Europe Bulgaria Austria

Austria Faces Uncertain Mood Over Soldiers Councils

The piece notes unease about soldiers' councils in Austria as leaders display prudence and a conciliatory tone. It remains unclear how strong the opposition to the "red" faction will prove, with the outcome still to be determined.

Austria Red

Power to Charm Lies In Forgetfulness

A Rochester Post piece muses on femininity and charm through selflessness. It contrasts egocentric behavior with empathetic, outward concern, citing Josephine as a model of inclusive interest. The author argues true fascination comes from kindness, not beauty or intellect, and that entering others lives fosters mutual good terms.

Rochester Post Josephine France Napoleon Tennyson

Market Letter Foresees Postwar Congress Shaping Policy

Richter & Co notes uncertain congressional balance but predicts a Republican House may shift Ways and Means control, boosting revenue policy benefiting business. Senate remains pivotal on peace terms and financial readjustment as investors drive active local market with rising stock prices. A separate parable ends with a quip about a lecturer needing pay.

Richter & Co Hartford Conn House of Representatives Senate Congress House Ways and Means Kitchin

Old Saybrook rally and armistice hopes reported

Old Saybrook notes a free Saw Work rally at Town hall with prominent council speakers, music, and a bonfire at Morgan G. Bulkeley’s Arrowhead farm. Townsfolk marched from the armory as bells rang, despite late reports of armistice. Also: officers and families update from Sixth Regiment events and local obituaries and socials.

Morgan G. Bulkeley Arrowhead W. F. White W. F. Shults John A. Ayer Ralph N. Clark Garden City Aviation Theodore A. Hartung J. O. Sullivan New York City St. John’s Church Grace Episcopal Church Alvin E. Beckwith William FE. Butterfield Hartford Miss M. Olmstead Wethersfield Chester Frank S. Young Haddam William J. Mulcahy

Local News From Ivoryton and Surroundings

Ivoryton notes report a Hartford trip by several residents, with George Ely of Stonington visiting. The Sunbeam Chapter of the Kings Daughters may skip this month, Beacon Light Circle meets Monday in Laurel hall, and Red Cross work runs weekly there. Armistice rumors caused joy. factory bells rang in Ivory with nighttime cannon and celebrations despite late reports. U. S. N. John Salzegaber returns for furlough. Moving pictures at Co. & C. hall Saturday night. Good show.

Ivoryton George H. Blake Roy Shannon E. Shannon Hartford George Ely Stonington Sunbeam The King’s Daughters Beacon Light Circle of the Kings Daughters Laurel Hall Red Cross Germany Comstock Cheney Co Everting Ashington John Salzegaber

Belle Shailer Hosts Visit and Local Notes at Centerbrook

Centerbrook residents report visitors from Hartford and Ivoryton while road repairs continue. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ingraham. Local social and travel notes mention James Lynch of New London and couples in Middletown. The Thelma screens George Cohan in Hit the Trail Holiday with Pathe News.

Centerbrook Belle Shailer Frances Dennison Hartford Main Street Edward Bushnell Harry Clark East Hartford Alfred Ingraham Frederick Stickney Ivoryton C. L. Jones J. K. Prescott Middletown James Lynch New London the Thelma George Cohan Pathe News Adv

Christ Church Service Moves to Library Hall

Until further notice worship will be held in Library hall at 11 a m beginning Sunday November 10. All are welcome.

Christ Church Library Hall

Influenza Precautions and Home Remedies Advised

Take it easy with flu like symptoms and consult your doctor. Rubbing Mustarine on the throat and chest is recommended to ease aches, pains, and inflammation. Mastarine is claimed to soothe tonsillitis sore throat pleurisy bronchitis and chest colds without blistering.

Death of Louis Klapper News from Moodus and Local Events

Louis Klapper, baker of Moodus, died at Middlesex hospital from Spanish influenza leaving a large family and a gravely ill son. East Haddam mourns with notices of local happenings including a downed relic log, a bridge siren misfire, and a planned but unrealized Mansfield celebration. Local residents also report land transfers and hunting activity at Riverside Inn with Payson Gates guiding.

Haddam H. Z. Clarke New London Louis Klapper Moodus Middlesex Hospital Klapper G. N. Phelps W. H. Daniels Century Farm Antoine Balvin Hadlyme East Haddam Hoover Middletown Riverside Inn Payson Gates Co. L. Brocket

Remedies for female ailments touted in Iowa reader letter

A testimonial from Mrs. Lizzie Courtney of Oskaloosa Iowa praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief from years of misery caused by displacements irregularities and related pains The letter urges other women to try the root and herb medicine and offers social advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass guidance through her experience

Oskaloosa Iowa Lydia E. Pinkham Lizzie Courtney 8Th Ave West Mrs. Courtney Lydia E. Pinkhamedicine Co Lynn Mass

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ford Ben Bavaria Jamid Ger Mr. Kitchin Wisconsin Connecticut Holcomb Weekly Market Letter Ig Co Old Saybrook Chatham—Middle Cious Sykes Comfort Vinci the Comfort Powder Co Boston Veal Revithick Frontier Asthma CO Niagara and Hudson Sts Buffalo, N.Y Mr. Happy Party Hamburg Hubbard City Market Frazier Ste Eee A. E. Holmes Wedgwood Fairbury Creamer Parksdale Farm Borden’s Ralston’s Pettyjohn’s Derby Libby Dr. Jackson California Maine Baker’s York State College St Smith & Quirk Grocers Tel United War Workers Knights OF Columbus the Jewish Welfare WAR Camp Community Service American Library Association Salvation Army Middletown Silver Co
Search Courier

Search the The Evening Press Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The The Evening Press?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication