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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1918
Page
8
Officers and employees of the Hospital for the Insane donated five hundred dollars to the War Workers fund. A ball hosted by the superintendent, Dr Hay and Mrs Hay, drew about 300 guests. The hall was decorated with allied flags and Fourth Loan emblems as the Jets Band played.
In city court this morning James R Edlin fined Ignatz WeKi $15 and costs and placed on probation for six months for breach of the peace. Joseph Jurczak was fined and costs for assault on Binowski with notice of appeal to superior court and bond set at $160. Judge Edlin said Jurczak used undue force. Evidence from yesterday and today was reviewed.
A parish notices list weekly events with meetings on Tuesday at 7:30 for a committee and Philathea group, Wednesday prayer meeting, and Friday 7:15 Boy Scouts Troop S exhibition in the chapel open to friends. Sunday December 1 morning service moves to the North church with all December services follow.
A 7 30 Wednesday mid week service at the South church chapel is announced. Thanksgiving Day Protestant groups unite in a union service at Holy Trinity with Dr German as rector delivering the sermon. An exhibition is planned in the 1. The meeting is open and friends of the scouts are invited.
At Chafee's Hotel during Thanksgiving, an old fashioned New England dinner will be served. The Heck's orchestra will provide music. Dinner hours are from 2 to 3 p.m. and again from 6 to 8 p.m.
An old newspaper ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast remedy for cold symptoms. It promises to relieve headache fever sore throat nasal congestion and sneezing after one or two or three doses. The copy emphasizes affordability convenience and quick action with warnings against substitutes.
Joseph A Grace of Headquarters Company 39th U S Infantry was killed in battle in France. Enlisting in 1917 at New York at 25 he trained at Camp Syracuse and Camp Greene before sailing overseas in May. Survived by mother Mrs Mary Grace sister Mrs Catherine Fourette and brother Raymond L Grace. Another note reports Francis Blakely severely wounded in action on October 26.
In Cromwell a divorce case from two weeks ago was left with no action by Judge Lucien F. Burpee after Mr and Mrs Herbert McKinstry appeared to reconcile Their case with Alfred Anderson and wife against Maurice Walsh and others concerning property lines was also heard Ralph M Wilcox civil engineer testified for the plaintiffs Judge Gustaf B Carlson and E A Inglis appeared In other news the state board of health continues its influenza survey reporting 93086 cases and 6224 deaths across the state and canvasses include Norwich State Hospital and Middletown State Hospital for the Insane.
A large flock of about fifty wild geese passed over Portland at noon traveling southward. They looked tired, suggesting a long flight. Observers note this fall has brought few geese, implying later cold weather or reduced numbers compared with past years. Earlier, multiple flocks in one pass were common. U S officers in Zurich report three hundred American officers liberated from German camps arrived from Villingen and were greeted by Red Cross and officials. Secretary Price visited prisoners at Rasatt and Karlsruhe to arrange transport, clothing, and food, finding them cheerful.
New York boats reached Middletown at 3 45 AM with a small freight. The Comet arrived at 7 30 PM with one barge of steam coal for Middletown. The A M Smith delivered two loads for Hartford, taking them up river early today. The Transportation Co dock near the steamboat landing is being filled and leveled to the string piece.
Under a new War Department ruling no officer under 21 may retain a commission in the reserve corps or be transferred to the regular army. The rule applies to post demobilization adjustments and reflects a shift in officer eligibility.
Advertisement notes availability of unsecured loans for any legitimate purpose. Mentions no collateral required though loans may be secured by Liberty bonds savings bank books or similar. Provides Morris Company address 269 Main Street.
Mr and Mrs Richard W Daly and family of Bridgeport Conn acknowledge the sympathy extended from friends and associates upon the demise of their beloved daughter and sister Mary
A daughter was born Saturday evening to Mr. and Mrs. H. Shapiro of Hubbard Street. The newborn adds joy to the family as they welcome the latest arrival.
A traveling salesman from Sterling, Colorado, ruefully describes six months of back pain from stooping to lift grips. After trying Foley Kidney Pills, he reports relief improving his work and daily life, noting the pills’ effectiveness in easing rheumatic aching and supporting his mobility.
A sea of notices from Stueck's Schaefer's and nearby stores promotes Thanksgiving treats ice cream pies and baked goods. Specials include mincemeat plum pudding pumpkin pies and pressed enameled ware with events at Stuect’s Meriden Armory and local halls.
The school met in the assembly hall with remarks by Mr. Dunfield and reading of the governor's Thanksgiving proclamation by Katherine Galligan. Antoinette Burr and Henrietta Spatcher urged new Dramatic Society members as a dance is planned for Wednesday afternoon from 3. School closes tomorrow at noon for Thanksgiving with no sessions Friday. Class schedule changes omit first and third recesses and make the fourth period break a half hour, with students gathering in the assembly hall for recreation.
Wesleyan notes clarify rumors that the battalion voted on Sunday parade participation. No invitation reached Major Wrightson or Adjutant Weeks, and membership cannot vote on invitations as the commanding officer decides. U S army regulations ban U S troops from Sunday parades except for essential duties.
Twenty one of twenty six Wesleyan men who left in November for the Central Officers Training School at Camp Leetersburg Virginia will return to the college and re enter their classes at the start of the next term December 30. Five will remain in training and be placed on the inactive list as reserve officers after completing their course.
Cromwell will present the town with its honor roll next Sunday afternoon starting at 3 o clock. The Sixth Infantry band will play, and guests from Companies A B C and S G will attend with Company D. Hon George B Chandler will give the address of the afternoon and Dr F K Hallock will preside. Relatives and friends of the boys in service are urged to attend.
Mayor Arthur V. McDowell reports a telegram from Washington praising the city for last Sunday's reception and celebration. A license was granted to the Vorwaytz Club at South Farms after no remonstrance was filed, despite rumors to the contrary.
Postmaster Thompson reports the first letter to Santa Claus has been received this year. Addressed to Kris Kringle at 25 December Street, North Pole, the letter has been dispatched and the child will likely hear from Santa in time.
An ad touts Cascarets as harmless candy like treats for children. It claims they cleanse by “working” bile and bowel poison from clogged places, easing white tongue feverish breath and foul stomach in kids aged one year and up. The tone mimics old newspaper ads.
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