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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1916
Page
4
Luck and prosperity for Jer ome Jones. March has played the lamb to perfection during the closing week. The Weather Bureau condemns long range forecasts based on solar activity. Bath Maine gears up for shipbuilding and federal muster as Percy & Small and Deering plan new work. Roosevelt likely to lead Republican ticket amid calls for bold action.
Doctors in New York City report that most grip victims suffer grippal neurasthenia with nervous irritability mind and body languor disturbed sleep and head pains. Rest and a tonic are advised with Dr Williams Pink Pills touted as strengthening blood and nerves after an attack. Free pamphlet offered on building up the blood. Also a note congratulating Camden on shipbuilding contracts and hope for Maine yards to run at full capacity.
The article notes a surge of optimism after a merchant vessel launch at a local yard the Deering, amid submarine tensions post Admiral Von Tirpitz resignation. It highlights City Council’s 5500 grant to aid Texas Co shipyard rail connectivity and stresses the need to promote industrial prosperity without stinginess.
General Orders No 4 from the Department of Maine G A R dated March 20 1916 announce the 49th Annual Encampment to be held in Portland June 14 15 1916 at the Pythian Temple with headquarters at the Falmouth Hotel State of Maine Room. The Woman's National Corps and related groups hold conventions on the same dates. Daughters of Veterans meet June 13. Fountain pen offer noted.
A Florida reader reports neuralgia and severe nervous spells eased by Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Pepticon Pills, noting better sleep and energy for daily tasks after faithful use. The letter credits the combination with eliminating spells and improving ability to work and walk.
Bath announces a big preparedness program on Friday evening April 14 at the Bath Opera House. Manager Harry Webber cooperates with Coast Artillery officers for a patriotic gathering with invited dignitaries, moving pictures, slides, and talks on national defense and coast artillery operations.
Mrs John A Morse dies in Portland. Stanley Woods returns from Portland. Morris Potter enjoys a four month Florida vacation. Capt Charles W Kingsbury sails as mate on tug Ariel in Portland Harbor. William E McMann and daughter Alice visit aunt Mrs David Gardiner in Boston. John Mills joins James J Hills yacht Wacouta for Labrador fishing lodge trip. W H Poertner returns to Chapleay Vermont to work for Canadian Pacific. Mr and Mrs W H True return to Foxcroft as American Express agent resumes duties. George Wagner to join Sparks Circus in New York after Mason blacksmithing. Emilio de Gogorza tours South with ovation in Galveston and New Orleans Philharmonic Society applause.
A 400 turnout at Town Hall in Brunswick witnessed a fast paced clean basketball battle between Brunswick 2nd and Bath 4th Company. George Nevens and Captain Bob Sturtevant drew cheers as Brunswick triumphed 26 to 22 with sharp passing and accurate shooting.
An advertisement promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a pure blood and sound digestion remedy. It offers the product at drug stores for $1.00 and targets readers seeking health improvements.
A committee on the out of town givers list for the financial campaign of the Young Men’s Christian Association met last week in the association rooms. Frank H. Percy serves as chairman of the committee.
A reader writes of severe back pain and general misery, claiming Dr. Pierce's Anuric relieved nighttime awakening, improved sleep, reduced rheumatism, and greater activity. The letter cites kidney-related symptoms and urges trying Anuric with a 10 cent trial or 50 cent box from a druggist.
City crews cleaned Front and Center Streets. John Evans and Frank Cromwel visited Bath from Evans mill in Damariscotta. A Bath signal squad from the 4th Company CAC transmitted wigwag messages across New Meadows. Manager Harry Webber booked Billy Hall and company for April 10 11 and 12 with a large chorus and scenery at popular prices.
The Sagadahoc County Republican Committee met in the Common Council Room to organize with Dr. A. F. Williams of Phippsburg as chair, Henry R. White as secretary, and C. S. Brown as treasurer. Members include C. W. Jack, Thomas W. Skelton, C. B. Randall, Rufus Lombard, R. P. Ham, David W. Scribner, and George M. Stinson. R. H. Baxter addressed the session as a State Senate candidate.
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars for catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. endorsements claim firm reliability and nationwide testimonials. The note mentions internal use, price per bottle, and availability from druggists. Also promotes Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil for croup with a 25 or 50 cent price.
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