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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1925
Page
2
A Paris dressmaker discusses foreign shoppers. She says Spaniards are swayed by price, Italians pose as generous buyers, Americans often delay payment but eventually settle, and English customers are ideal paying cash, rarely bargaining. The piece contrasts national stereotypes in couture purchases.
A quote notes that respectable English women, whether by birth or marriage, would not visit the rue de Paix for gowns, as the middle class cannot afford it. The remark contrasts class and access to fashion in different settings.
Ishine Hill becomes one of Center school’s new scholars marking her first term there. Bertha Coombs and family visited Parker Head with Elbridge Morse then returned to Winnegun ce Saturday. Porter completed camp duties at Page mill and returned to Auburn. Violet Larkin returned after weeks in Subattus and Bath. Beals of Stonybrook road visited Bath Tuesday. Arch Davis and Sherlick returned to Sebasco from Bath. Willard H. Daley, former Walker Head resident, came for a few days. Insurance adjusters investigated the Hallett house fire at Walker Head. With officers Reynolds, McCabe, Hall, and Sheriff McClure in town, rum runner activity seemed under watchful scrutiny.
Benson Carney died Sunday at his Dresden Mills home after a long illness. Born March 8 1835 in Dresden to Mark and Abigal Benson Carney he was a carpenter and lifelong resident. Survived by wife Rosabelle Clark Carney sister Mrs Louis Gleason and nephew Louis Bixby all of Arlington Heights Somerville Mass. Funeral was from his home Wednesday at 1 p.m. Rev John Stevens officiated at Vine Grove cemetery Dresden.
West Bath Red Cross members planned an all day session at the grange hall with 160 attendees for Mondays event led by Mrs William Rogers. Visitors came from Tops ham Bowdoinham Dirigo and Dromore granges as preparations for upcoming shows and readings continued with plans for June events and new performers.
Mrs Mary E Burnham of East Edgecomb widow of Ephesia Burnham died Wednesday morning at her daughter Mrs Levi Wiley's home on High Street Bath. Funeral will be at Wiley's home and burial in Ocean View Cemetery Boothbay. She leaves two daughters Mrs Wiley and Mrs Fred Dinniten, one son John Burnham, three grandchildren, and one brother. She had lived fifty seven years in Edgecomb and was ill for several days.
The report notes Albert Hiatt as holder of the YMCA record in the Jiminy revue show, with a leap described as a TV feet measure. Officials reportedly adjusted the event naming and measurement as part of the performance display.
Penobscot county agent Charles C. Larrabee spoke at Orono Farmers Week on Maine potato yields far surpassing the national average. He urged improved disease knowledge, seed selection, and a graded price system to incentivize certified seed with minimal disease, warning that true gains depend on better seed stock and careful cultivation.
The Cosmopolitan club held its monthly meeting with routine business. New members admitted were Mrs. Daniel Williams Arabelle Lord Miss Anna Trott Miss Ruth Skillings and Miss Dorothy Welch. Resignations of Mrs. Flora Coombs Miss Dorothy Coombs Mrs. Richard Quick and Mrs. Wilber G Cahill were accepted. Entertainment included a character sketch and song by Herbert Douglas piano duet Edna Bliss and Esther Tyler reading by Doris Povich and vocal solo by Mrs. Frederick W. Freeman Ice cream and cake followed social hour. President Mrs. Harriet Cooke announced April committees including DProgram Marion Purington Beatrice Merrill Esther Tyler Tluse Mrs. Charles W. Fisher Anne Hold Mrs. J. M. Haynes Philanthropic Mrs. Lehind I. Mitchell Hh Fiona Magoun Books Minnie White Periodicals Mrs. Rachel Hodgdon.
Franic K Wright Mink WW a farmer and active Woolwich resident died Monday afternoon at his home after a long illness. Born in Woolwich on January 24, 1851 he lived there all his life. He attended the Congregational church and took part in town affairs voting at meetings. He excelled as a skater and was known as the champion of Sagidahoet county for many years. He is survived by three nephews Everett of Dath Mystic of Porthind and Merton Wright of Woolwich.
Charles E Bradbury 75 a sculptor in the Pyde Windlass Co found dead in bed Monday morning at his boarding place on Washington street The death was pronounced by Dr Haney Movin medical examiner He complained of not feeling well Sunday and came to Bath from Rockhind He is survived by his wife and one daughter
Harold Brown eighty two native of Bath and Hoginehiaist by trade died Saturday in Thorthind. He was the son of Phares Brown who survives with his daughter Margaret Brown of Old land and a sister Mes. John Alexander of Brunswick and Mrs. Harry Mcdntire of Rocekbind are named relatives. Thursday guest lists and Bath visitors are noted in a local society blurb.
Woolwich students lead Morse High School honor list with 15 of 18 names. Local residents and visitors frequent Woolwich gatherings as community life centers around schools, families, and town events through a sequence of social notes.
The Whirlwinds beat the Lucky Nines Tuesday at Sewall's pasture Vo to U2 with Miller homering in the fifth with runners on. The rubber game is set for Saturday morning while the Whirlwinds hope to face the Hen Hawks and Owls on any field. Capt. Wilson and Manager Maxwell seek league challenges through the Times.
A well developed woodland fire burned near the Harold Freeman farm in East Brunswick then spread along the properties of Herbert Cavanaugh and Ralph Walier toward the former Fred Willis farm. Volunteers backfired and finally subdued the blaze as a strong southerly gale carried embers to the ridge. A Bruns wick fire truck responded.
Counties and cities have appropriated about 25000 for a Maine publicity effort. Governor Brewster urged enlistment of residents for a six month plan with committees and private subscriptions. A Maine Development Association executive committee in Augusta approved steps and discussed collaborating with advertising agencies.
Miss Lucy J Dunnels known as Lucey dies at 75 after fifty years teaching in Boston schools. She died at her brother Rev A F Dunnels home in South Bristol after visiting Bath seasons with her mother Mrs Mary J Dunnels. She leaves two nieces Mrs Walter Goldwaite of Hanover New Hampshire and Mrs Martin Goodwin of Methuen Massachusetts. Body taken to Boston for burial.
Edith W. Deloche 46 wife of Albert Deloche died Saturday night at her Auburn home. Born in Bath to William Cressey and wife, she lived in Lewiston area before moving to Auburn 15 years ago. She was a member of the Christian Science church in Lewiston. Survived by husband, two daughters Mrs Edward Anderson of Wortland and Mildred Deloche at home, son Stanley Deloche at home, brother Alvah Cressey of Pennsylvania, and sister Mrs Albert C Colby of Bath.
Fred P Corliss, 70, a Woolwich native and potter turned farmer, died Thursday night at his Woolwich home after months of heart trouble. He was born to John Corliss, lived in Woolwich his entire life, and spent much of winter with his son Albion T. Corliss of Bath. He is survived by his wife, two daughters Mrs. Charlotte Longfellow of Melrose, Massachusetts, and Mrs. Helen Merrill of Bath.
In a bulletin about banquets the Bath sporting editor calls for a regular meal for Morse high band and orchestra, praising their work during the school year and noting they deserve recognition and support. The piece suggests inviting both organizations to a common reception.
The 78th municipal register for 1925 26 arrived on desks Wednesday night from The Times Co. The volume is 12 pages long with full coverage and a splendid appearance. It was compiled under the joint standing committee on printing.
News reached Worshipful Master Henry G Shaw of Solar lodge Massachusetts April 1 death of Captain John W Sawyer in Chelsea Soldiers Home He was 81 years nine months a Civil War commander honorary Solar lodge member Post 5 GAR Lynn Mass Solar lodge sent a funeral wreath Funeral service held Friday at First Congregational Church Revere Mass
Charles A Wakefield 55 died at his Front Street home on April 1 after a long illness. Born in Wells August 17 he was the ISTO son of G William and Sarah Littlefield Wakefield and had lived in Richmond 22 years. He is survived by his wife Mrs Georgian Wakefield one daughter one sister and three brothers. Funeral services were held April 1 in the local chapter hall for relief work.
A local Red Cross chapter received a National American Red Cross check for tornado relief work in the district. Gifts from Bath and West Point residents supported relief and rehabilitation efforts that will continue for months. Donations can be left at the Red Cross office or requests for pickup can be made by calling 705.
Large attendance at the funeral held Sunday afternoon at the Corliss home in Woolwich. Rev. E. B. Hardin of Winter Street Church Bath officiated. Bearers were Capt. Charles Prescott, Allie Ames, Charles Perkins and Cleveland Buck. Burial followed in Riverside Cemetery.
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