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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1918
Page
4
Weather report from Mount Higby notes the twenty hours to noon with a high of 69 and a low around 50, clouded skies, and a general sense of wartime urgency. Commentary touches on peace notes, food shortages, and political maneuvering as elections approach and prices shift.
Detroit News notes the latest Berlin contribution to ongoing negotiations involving President Wilson repeats claims of evasiveness and falsification. It argues the German side fails to understand or speak the president’s aims, exposing the uselessness of further discussions.
The piece argues Germany denies barbarity, while claiming a changed government yet shows continued imperial control. It suggests German propaganda targets U and US morale, warns independent negotiations risk alliance strains, and questions demand for unconditional surrender before armistice. The text notes Ludendorff’s possible tactics and reflects on U S shirtsleeve diplomacy and timing of peace talks.
The Providence Journal reports Sir Eric Geddes warns of a renewed U boat drive possibly as formidable as 1917 raids. Germany aims to strike from the sea while land losses grow, with few U boats needed to threaten wide areas. Sims notes seven to twelve boats abroad at a time, not continuous swarms. The British list shows 150 U boats accounted for and unofficial totals near 200. Germany may have built about 300, with many destroyed, yet one U boat can cause major impact and a new drive could be as strong as three or four older boats.
A commentary debunks talk of British sacrifices for civilization noting many allied lives lost and criticizing those who insinuate English allies shirk duties. It argues on wartime burdens and reciprocation among allies.
Funeral services for Karl J. Frankenberger were held at his home and St. John's Church with a high mass, choir performances, and multiple hymns followed by burial in St. John's cemetery. Pallbearers included Bartenders' Union members and Sons of Hermann. A separate funeral for Harry J. Gannon occurred at St. John's Church with similar rites and burial in St. Mary's cemetery, features Prof Dineen singing and multiple hymns, with pallbearers named and Sons of Hermann represented.
Mrs Lena M Hall wife of Albert J Hall died at her Middlefield home this morning at age 27 years 10 months 17 days She was born in Middlefield daughter of J Newton and Rose Nettleton Daniels Survived by husband three children parents two brothers Edgar and Charles Daniels She belonged to the Methodist church and Middlefield Grange Funeral from her home at 2 pm Wednesday to 2:30 pm at the Methodist church Rev Lester O Schriver officiating interment in Middlefield cemetery
Mrs Lillian Harvey widow of Robert Harvey of Higganum died Sunday in the 62d year of her age. She leaves a daughter Mrs Stephen Blake of Durham avenue and six sons Richard Frederick Francis George Edward J Quinn and Robert Harvey. She also leaves a sister Mrs George Clark of Meriden. The funeral will be from the mortuary chapel of A L Southmayd Wednesday at 2 o'clock with Rev Mr Lawson conducting the services.
Mrs Emma Mallon Harvey aged 36 years 7 months 15 days died at her Middlefield home Saturday night. Born in New Haven to Albbert S and Matilda Dorgan Mallon she leaves her husband Sidney J Harvey of Middlefield mother Mrs M Mallon and sister Mrs F L Lehr of New Haven. Funeral from sister’s home 328 Winthrop Avenue New Haven on Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs. Johanna Ahlquist, formerly of Cromwell, died Sunday in Hartford hospital at age 71. She was widowed to Nels Ahlquist and leaves two sons, John of Fitchburg and L A Ahlquist of Hartford, with whom she resided. Funeral from the Lutheran church in Cromwell Friday at 2:30 p.m. burial in Cromwell old cemetery. Funeral of Charles A Clark held Sunday afternoon from this late.
Multiple obituaries and funeral notices from Middleton area list Mrs Billoinei P. Silvestro of 75 College Street dying at Middlesex Hospital with four children and a ill husband, funeral at P O’Callaghan Co rooms and St John’s church. Mrs Elsa Maria Ekstrom widow of John A. Ekstrom, aged 35 years 5 months 13 days, funeral at Swedish Mission Church Cromwell with burial in Cromwell New Cemetery. earlier service at South Congregational Church with pallbearers named.
The funeral of two and a half year old Hermione J. Gadinski the son of Mr and Mrs Julius Gadinski was held from the family home at 238 Main Street this afternoon at 1 30 and at St Marys Church at 2 Interment followed at St Johns Cemetery with Rev Father Soltysek officiating
Walter J. Stevens infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Stevens of 5 Lake Street Durant district died Saturday night at five weeks. Funeral from the home Tuesday at 2 30 in the afternoon with Rev. W D Beach officiating. Interment will be in Durham.
William C. Brooks formerly of Middletown died in New York City October 25 at age 58. His nearest relative is Mrs. Miriam E. Robinson of 18 Vine Street Middletown. The body will be brought to Middletown for interment. Funeral of Mrs. Hilda V. Engstrom held at Higganum with services by Revs. C. E. Anderson and R. S. Caldwell. Interment followed in Higganum.
Funeral services for Charles L Brockway who died of pneumonia in New Britain were held Saturday from his late home in Brockway. He was 56 and leaves a widow, two daughters, and a son. The service was conducted by Reverend James Hart at the Brockway Congregational Church. Burial followed at Pine Hill Cemetery.
The piece argues Republicans could oppose Wilson without a partisan motive and credits his decisive reply to Germany in direct peace talks. It notes lingering doubt about Wilson’s steadfastness, but urges confidence in his handling of the armistice question and the allied response.
A Philadelphia Inquirer note argues the Belgian coast is cleared of the Huns and forces should press forward in Belgium and France. It portrays the enemy as weakened and sick, calling for decisive military action led by Foch and sidelining diplomacy.
Mrs. Werner Oberg recovers from influenza while the Ladies Committee of the local Council of Defense says Italian patients are nearly all recovered. They thank townspeople for donations and note no further aid is needed. An advertisement promotes ready ration for milk and butter with seven ingredients and limits per person.
Claude E Bensonhaver of Maromas district was struck by a car driven by James E Andrews of New Britain on the Middlesex turnpike near Higganum after 5 pm Friday. He suffered a broken left leg serious jaw injuries and knocked out several teeth. taken to Middlesex hospital. A motorcycle was passing as the vehicle swerved and struck him.
A vintage ad promotes Dr. Rees Olive Tablets as a soothing aid for stomach upset and indigestion. It claims the tablets purify the liver and bowels, relieve discomfort, and ease the body's natural detox, urging one or two at bedtime for quick relief, with prices listed at 10 and 25 cents per box.
The South Ends held Meriden Fast Acorns to a scoreless tie Sunday on Rus sell field. Meriden threatened once, stopped at the 12 yard line. South Ends drove to Meriden’s two yard line on a 30 yard pass and a strong rush before time ran out. Spectators urge another Meriden appearance and South Ends plan practice sessions.
The Pawnees played a strong game with McCabe Magnano and Dunn starring from start to finish. All team members are to attend usual Tuesday night practice.
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