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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1918
Page
4
Fragmentary notice mentions Middletown location and a closing event on a specific day. It appears as a public or legal notice line with classification second class matter. Details are incomplete but indicate formal notice publication at a local outlet.
The Mt. Higby daily report shows 24 hours noon readings: 76 high, 45 low, mean 57, barometer 29.06, wind north, clear sky. The piece interweaves wartime notes on German surrender, armistice talk, Taft’s stance, and Liberty Loan promotion, with fashion notes and local mood about prices and saloons.
The source notes it was difficult to bring the United States into the war and that public opinion across the country reflects increased resistance, now likely to grow tougher until suitable terms are reached with Germany.
The world reacts as a powerful earthquake devastates Porto Rico, while forest fires sweep Minnesota and Wisconsin. The disasters claim hundreds of lives and destroy thousands of structures, prompting widespread concern and emergency responses.
An article notes Middletown considering an army camp Adoption in Texas style. It discusses half mile restricted circles and license refusals for beyond limit residents, accusing the town of unfairness. It criticizes annual debt growth funded by taxes and urges better fiscal control.
A dispatch states Luxemburg appeals to President Wilson for recognition of its national rights and evacuation of its territory. The report notes independent action along the western frontier of Germany as the situation develops.
William J. Hammersley notes the death of Representative James Hammersley at his residence on Atwood Street after a two week illness of pneumonia and influenza. He died at Camp Devens where he had been treated following a brief Red Cross visit.
Samuel of the American Federation urges labor to hold steady and concentrate its reform efforts in an address dated October 14. The message stresses discipline and sustained purpose as the drive for change continues.
E Carling died in Newport News Saturday evening after camoufl age service. He married Esther Bill of this city and leaves an eight month old baby, his New York state parents, one sister and four brothers including three in the service. A popular Westfield resident he was honored on entering service and urged to return. Mrs Darling learned of his illness after not hearing from him for days and cared for him at St Vincent hospital due to nurse shortage. Born in Jamestown New York he was 29. Mrs Carling returns to Middletown.
Walter Ronian died in Lynchburg Virginia after influenza progressed to pneumonia. His wife Clara Law Ronian and his Brainerd Avenue parents were notified. he had been working for God Green Boston on government construction projects. A Worcester Tech graduate class of 1908 he married Clara Law in 1909. He is survived by his wife and his parents in Woonsocket Rhode Island.
Carl E. Allison son of Mr and Mrs C A Allison of Union street died at Fort Monroe Sunday morning after pneumonia. He served in the army in the band at Fort Monroe and played saxophone and piano. About six months in service he went in last year. his parents went to Fort Monroe and were with him at death. He was the only son aged about 27. He had worked with his father in the grocery at Main and Church before enlisting. He was a Swedish Lutheran and well regarded. Born Portland May 6 1891. A military funeral was held today at Fort Monroe and the body will be sent to Middletown for services. Time to be announced.
Frank Gustave Benson of East Berlin died in Brownsville Texas from pneumonia at age 26 while serving with the 16th U. S. Cavalry and its regimental band aiding the Fourth Liberty Loan tour. He leaves parents Mr and Mrs Swain Benson six brothers Adolph Oscar Olaf Victor Edwin Arthur two sisters Bessie and Elsie. Burial will be in Brownsville.
The funeral of Frederick Drennan was held at his High street home then at St John’s church with a requiem high mass led by Rev. Thomas Drennan and choir by St John’s. The service included Abide With Me and Ecce Panis and ended with Some Sweet Day and a funeral march. Interment followed at St John’s cemetery. Private William Coughlin’s funeral proceeded from his Main street home to St John’s church with sacred pieces by John Hazelton and Libera Me Domine, followed by Absolution, Heaven Is My Home, and taps by Prof. W S Dineen. Interment was at St John’s cemetery.
The funeral for John Cordone proceeded from his 15 Portland street home at 10 o’clock to St John’s Church for a 10:30 requiem high mass. Rev. Father Laden presided with Rev. Dr. Donovan as deacon and Rev. MM E Kearney as sub deacon. O Salutaris was sung at offertory and A Beautiful S on There Noes accompanied the bearing of the casket by bearers.
Elton Andrew Matthias, 31, dies of pneumonia after influenza at 131 Highland Ave. He leaves mother Margaret and late father Peter, four brothers, one sister, all at home, funeral Wednesday 2:30 pm from his home, private, Pine Grove cemetery. Thomas Griffin, longtime LaValley’s cafe patron, dies of pneumonia at his Portland home after brother James J. Griffin’s recent death from the same disease. He leaves wife, four children including twins, parents, and a sister Catherine. funeral Tuesday morning.
Richard S. Sneath son of Professor and Mrs E H Sneath of New Haven died in Watertown after pneumonia while a Taft school student. He leaves his parents, a brother serving in France as a navy lieutenant, and a sister at home. The body will be brought to the city for burial at Indian Hill cemetery Tuesday at 4 15 p m.
The funeral for Emilio Confrancesco was held this morning starting at 7 30 from his home at 67 Ferry Street. A high mass followed at St John’s Church at 8 with Rev M E Kearney officiating and prayers after. Mrs P J O'Brien sang O Salutaris and Nearer My God To Thee was played as the casket left. Interment was in St John’s Cemetery.
Ida Carmel Agostine died Saturday afternoon at her parents home 46 No Main Street after a short illness. The funeral will be Tuesday morning at 8 30 from the late home and at St John's church at 9 Interment will be in St John's cemetery.
Thomas Mansworth died at his home in Shelton on Sunday age 26 years 7 months He was a son of Mrs Thomas Mansworth of Prospect Street and leaves a wife a little daughter three sisters and two brothers The funeral will be held Wednesday morning from his mother’s Prospect Street home.
Three local obituaries report deaths of Mary Mallory Mullins wife of John Mullins aged 33 died at home on Church Street. Fred C Taylor a 20 year old cater died at home on Hillside Avenue. Rumaldo Riccapietra died at home near Turtle Brick Company in Newfield aged 40. Funeral details listed for each, with dates times and church or undertaker arrangements.
The funeral of Salvatore Marino was held from the rooms of P. O'Callaghan Co. yesterday afternoon at 1 o clock and at St Johns church at 1 30. Rev Father M E Kearney officiated. Interment followed at St Johns cemetery.
The funeral for William E. Lowery was held at John P. Bacon’s undertaking parlors at 167 Main Street at 2 30 this afternoon with Rev. F W Greene officiating and interment at Indian Hill. Wojciek Wohiaki’s funeral was held from his South Street home at 3 45 and at 4 o'clock from St Mary’s Church on Hubbard Street with Rev Soltysek presiding.
Funeral services for James Fox were held at his home on 50 Grand Street at 8 15 AM and at St John s Church at 8 45 AM with Rev Dr Donovan leading the mass. Interment followed. Separate notice records Miss Catherine Quigley s funeral from her Marlborough Street home in Portland on Sunday at 2 00 PM and St Mary s Church at 2 30 PM with interment in St Mary s Cemetery Portland.
Mrs. Ida Manevitz wife of Harry Manevitz died at Middlesex Hospital aged 42 born in Russia. Funeral held at noon, burial in Jewish cemetery on Indian Hill. Funeral for Frank D Harris from his home 82 Street Farm Hill at 3:30 pm, interment Farm Hill cemetery. Catherine Townsend funeral from Bauer Street South Farms at 10 am. Services were read by Rev. Mr. Smith.
Reverend Francis Jordan officiated at St Francis church service at 10 30. Mrs Ludovica Kosinski, aged 33, died at 229 William Street last night leaving a husband and three children. Funeral arrangements pending. Francesco De Luca funeral from P O Callaghan Co undertakers this afternoon at 3 15 and St John s church at 3 80. Interment in St John s cemetery.
The funeral of Jennie Frazzino was held this afternoon from the P. O'Callaghan Co. undertaking rooms at 4:15 and at St. John's church. Burial followed in St. John's Cemetery. The funeral of Jennie Cecelia Magnano of 50 Center Street, aged 13 years six months, was held this afternoon from W. J. Coughlin's Sons undertaking rooms.
The funerals for Violet Nicera, Antone Milardo and Vincenza Lombardo were held Sunday afternoon at 3:30, 4:00 and 3:15 respectively from W. J. Coughlin's Sons undertaking rooms. Interment for Antone Milardo followed at St. John's Cemetery. Dwellings: Violet Nicera on Frazier Avenue and Vincenza Lombardo on 142 Prospect Street.
Frank Kasebie, infant son of Mr and Mrs Steve Kasebie of 15 Clay Ave, died this morning. Funeral arrangements pending. Louis Belle, 23, of 9 William Street, funeral held this afternoon from W J Coughlin's Sons rooms.
The Churchman argues Germany must be humiliated for future peace. The Allies should not ease Germany’s path home nor trust its adjustments. Peace must differ from historic treaties, reflecting Germany’s history of intrigue and aggression. The piece calls for accountability before any reconciliation.
Mrs Frame of St Louis endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for weakness and pains. She says it strengthened her and encourages other women with similar symptoms to try the remedy. The ad cites forty years of experience and offers confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
State health board starts free distribution of the new influenza serum developed by Dr Timonthy Leary of Tufts College to city and town health authorities. New England reports indicate the epidemic abating with 4465 new cases and 286 deaths in 24 hours across 87 towns. In Boston 40 deaths from influenza and pneumonia occurred from 9 to 1 pm, lower than earlier days.
Zurich reports Meinchner Nachrichten claims Austria-Hungary’s dissolution is nearly complete. The southern German paper says Germans in Austria will proclaim independence and join Germany while Czechs and Yugoslavs plan proclamations of independence soon.
The Arden Hat line is highlighted for its millinery excellence as advertised in magazines. Prices span from 4.98 to 17.50, signaling a broad selection for shoppers and collectors alike.
Knox offers hats priced from five to twenty five dollars while RuBel features extraordinary values at 2.98 3.98 5.98 and 6.98. Voiles and handkerchief linens are also on offer with quality selections.
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