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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1918
Page
1
Nov 18 report shows the emergency stimulation bill nearly passed, with a rider delaying the standard war prohibition. Leaders plan to contest lifting after hostilities end while the ban’s timing remains debated amid opposition to a postwar extension.
Senator Moses is sworn in to fill the unexpired term of the late Jacob H. Gallinger of New Hampshire. The vote to seat him followed debate and opposition from Democrats who raised corruption affidavits. A recount petition by Moses’ opponents was set for December 1, with New Hampshire election law cited. The Senate majority upheld the certificate, and Moses was sworn in.
Washington November 18 A resolution to compel the war trade board to lift its embargo on cotton exports was presented this afternoon by Senator Smith of Georgia. The resolution directs the board to report the extent of current restrictions on cotton exports and the reasons for any such limits.
The fight to boycott German manufacture continues as the treaty nears passage. Senator Lodge proposes compelling dealers to display a label and mark all German goods in ads and stationery with a warning, aiming to pressure compliance and visibility for the anti German campaign.
Senator Cam of Iowa introduced a resolution this afternoon to provide every soldier and sailor the uniform they wear at the time of discharge. The proposal aims to honor service members by preserving their final attire as a symbol of their military service.
In the Senate, on Nov 18, Senator Gore proposed a committee on economy and retrenchment. The measure seeks to consolidate cost-cutting efforts and scrutinize government expenditures. The plan awaits further debate and committee reference.
A November notice from Independent Polish State Washington reports a resolution to have the senate record concern over creating an independent Polish state. The measure states that Polish ally access and political and economic independence should be guaranteed by a union covenant.
November 18 report states the American army of occupation postpones its entry into Metz. The planned ceremony was to occur today but was deferred due to ongoing operations and tactical adjustments.
Washington reports Senator Cummins proposed a resolution to cancel most of the extraordinary war powers granted to President Wilson. Republican leaders in the Senate indicate scant backing fearing partisan obstruction and expect most powers to lapse with peace.
Paris November 18 marked a grand Alsace Lor raine day with massive crowds lighting grand boulevards and singing. Americans were the central focus as soldiers and civilians danced kissed and joined impromptu groups. A Notre Dame mass honored liberation with French neutrality in religion noted and representatives of allied nations attending.
In Winston Salem North Carolina a mob stormed the jail seeking a Black prisoner accused of shooting J E Childress and confronting Mrs Childress. Three Black people are dead two named Rachel Levi 17 and Robert Young fireman with ten seriously hurt. crowd dispersed with public safety panic widespread and governor asked for aid.
Secretary Daniels announced that navy discharge applicants need not have sacrificed business or educational pursuits to join the service. The policy change from last week allows any man in the Navy to apply for release, canceling the earlier plan to prioritize those seeking school, college, or business careers.
A highly modern U.S. military aircraft, carrying 450 pounds of mail, left Belmont Park to attempt the New York to Washington nonstop flight. It is equipped with a 12 cylinder Liberty engine and initially designed to carry seven machine guns and armor.
London dispatch reports Foreign Secretary Solf has agreed to a referendum vote in northern Schleswig. The move concerns the northern part of Schleswig-Holstein, seized by Germany from Denmark in 1864, per the Copenhagen telegraph.
A dispatch from Berlin notes frequent pillaging by soldiers who enter homes under pretexts from the council of workmen and soldiers and seize valuables from occupants. Paris reports 420000 French prisoners of war in Germany and interned in neutral countries, per official figures.
Nov 17 report describes General Dickman leading the Third American army in three columns toward the Rhine on a 55 mile front. Civilians greet the liberated doughboys with flags and thanks while liberated prisoners stream west seeking warmth and food. Weather is bitter, telegraph lines go up, and preparations for armistice enforcement are underway.
At daybreak the American army of occupation, about 250000 strong, resumes its march toward the Rhine. The Third American army, comprising the First to Fifth divisions along with the 26th 32nd 42nd 90th and 89th, is led by Major General Dickman. The force is split into Third and Fourth army corps and its advance toward Briey and Ogee is scheduled amid routine command updates.
Paris endures weeks of revelry as crowds flood the streets in celebration. Soldiers from the Marne and Argonne are cheered and even kiss back, while civilians join the holiday mood. A man jokes about kissing a cashier with champagne in hand, claiming a wife’s peace-time permission years ago.
In a dramatic truce near Verdun American graves were guarded as a German major delivered a document revealing land mines ahead. Captain Cabot of Cambridge and advancing New England troops held a hillside funeral for 11 fallen heroes as the band played patriotic anthems.
Nov 18 officials denied rumors that socialist leader Troelstra reached an agreement with the Dutch government. Troelstra heads the radical Dutch socialist faction that urged Queen Wilhelmina to abdicate.
New York November 18 the sub treasury reports 12000 dollars sent from the banks office a panel gain of 49000 dollars.
Paris and Washington report the peace conference will run two to three months with daily informal talks and sharp political contest at home over Lloyd George and Wilson. Delegates learn the arms terms, with France planning Alsace Lorraine rehabilitation once peace is declared. Officials warn no decisions until after British elections.
Bridgeport reports the first strike tied to peace construction in response to war housing projects. Carpenters and masons building “war” houses demand raise from $6 to $7 per eight hour day with overtime and double time. About 1,200 brick dwellings are planned as the federal government allocates $3,000,000 locally. The company says projects will finish without overtime or pay increase.
Nathan Herz, a Bridgeport real estate and insurance veteran recently with S. Loewth & Co., died suddenly at his New Haven home in the early hours after retiring. He was fifty three.
Allan Adams United States mail aviator perishes in a fall of several hundred feet between Belmont Park and Washington D C near Central Fork aviation field. 28 year old Arizona native, residing at Elmhust L I, married, had seven years of flying experience and arrived at Central Park field with his wife aboard.
Washington reports the Reichstag has been ordered not to assemble and a constituent assembly will be called promptly. Telegrams between Tabrenbach and Chancellor Ebert were released, with Ebert stating the 1912 Reichstag cannot assemble due to political transformations. French commission received the dispatches from Berne.
President intervention may be the only chance to save Thomas J. Mooney, the San Francisco labor leader sentenced to death for murder connected to the Preparedness Day bombing. The U.S. Supreme Court denied Mooney's lawyers' request to review a California Supreme Court ruling denying a new trial, effectively upholding the state court decision.
About 450 delegates from Hartford district churches will attend a district Sunday school convention at Trinity Methodist church in New Britain. Opening tomorrow morning, sessions continue through Wednesday night with addresses by leading Sunday school workers. Notable speakers include Rev. Frederick Wade Smith and Miss Annetta Lamareux.
Washington November 18 a motion to advance hearings in the case of Eugene Debs former socialist presidential candidate convicted under the espionage act was formally submitted to the Supreme Court this afternoon by federal attorneys.
London reports Swiss authorities closed the border with Germany due to anarchistic outbreaks among retreating German soldiers near Geneva. Geneva cables confirm the move as a precautionary measure affecting transit and crossings along the frontier.
An Agence Radio dispatch from Madrid reports a panic in a Castellon moving picture theatre after a fire alarm cry. Twenty one children were killed and many others injured as spectators fled for exits.
London reports say Germany’s fleet may shrink to a few ships while Belgium clears of German troops. Brussels is declared free of Germans as of Saturday noon per Amsterdam dispatch. Kaiser may seek return to Germany due to Dutch oil, per Lokal Anzeiger through Copenhagen, but no confirmation.
Paris dispatch reports German troops began evacuating the fortress at Metz today amid the advancing Allied forces. The move signals a strategic withdrawal as troops pull back from the fortifications surrounding Metz, with military observers watching for further developments.
Paris dispatch quoting the Breisgau Gazette says eight Romanian divisions are advancing on Hungary and panic spreads in Budapest amid the Hungarian front. The Zurich report highlights rapid military moves prompting public alarm across the region and potential shifts in the war’s balance.
Zurich reports from Vienna that Dr. Renner, a prominent Austro-Hungarian socialist leader, has been named president of Austria's provisional government. The decision comes amid ongoing political upheaval and was advised from Vienna today.
A dispatch to Echo de Paris reports hundreds of Germans killed in a Beverloo Belgium uprising with German soldiers attacking officers and some escaping by air. London reports the German fleet must be turned over by Saturday under armistice terms, with England set to receive the majority. King George to witness the surrender of dreadnoughts.
Frederick C Walcott Yale 1891 will address a meeting of the Connecticut town food administrators in the state capital next Tuesday at 1130 am He is one of Mr Scovilles assistants and will be joined by home economics workers and others in food conservation Scoville emphasizes conserving food as imperative as America plans Conservation Week for World Relief December 2 to 7 Hoover's office to urge clergy sermons on December 1st across the nation
A 32 year old Danbury Connecticut man believed to be Joseph Kagen committed death by self act in a New York City room turning on gas. He left a note citing lack of friends and worry from his sister’s death. He had previously attempted suicide and was treated in a hospital. Police think he owned a Danbury hotel.
President Wilson with Secretary Lansing and Secretary Daniels attended Solon Menos funeral at St Patrick's church in Washington at 11 this morning. Menos died November 14 in Washington from pneumonia after influenza.
Washington November 18 The Jaincount government has appointed Chinda as ambassador to London and Mr Matsui as ambassador to Paris as delegates to the peace conference according to information released by the high commission today.
A concise clearing-house statement shows a debit of 94641680, 11,451 exchanges, and balances totaling 464,163,325 with overall balances of 61,041,809. The figures indicate managed debits and credits across multiple transactions.
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