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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1927
Page
3
April session covered party duties shifting to the auxiliary for continued events. A joint committee will coordinate clubhouse additions with cost estimates and report findings. The Women’s Auxiliary, Squaw Club, and Evening Workers discussed socials, fundraisers, and repairs while noting illness, travel, and local road improvements.
Mrs Caroline L Johnson 81 widow of Herman A Johnson of Bath died Tuesday after a long illness. Born in Prince Edward Island to William Ducheman she lived in Bath early and here 50 years ago. her husband was a Johnson Brother hardware dealer. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 P M at 105 Center Street.
The funeral for Isabel A. Seavey 28 wife of Frank R. Seavey was held Tuesday at 2 PM at 13 Middle Street with Rev. David L. Wilson of Central church officiating. Burial followed in Oak Grove. She died Sunday at 5 AM after a brief illness leaving an infant son who also died that day. She is survived by her husband two daughters Edith Mae and Frances her mother five brothers and numerous relatives.
U S Senator Arthur R Gould of Presque Isle accepted the chairmanship for Aroostook county in the Maine Joint Budget Campaign to raise 80000 for the Maine Publicity Bureau State Chamber of Commerce and the Maine contingent of the New England Council. The plan calls for each county to raise a proportional share to be apportioned to towns with their own chairpersons. Gould pledged support and said he would help organize a county meeting in the coming weeks to complete county organization and present the plan to local leaders. The campaign across all 16 counties aims to finish in about four weeks with intensive solicitations set for April 11 28.
The Extension Service report shows Twin County leading with 224 members, despite a March drop. Kennebec adds 105 to reach 182, Piscataquis climbs to 146, chasing Cumberland and Hancock for third. Overall state enrollment on April 1 totals 1304 girls and 625 boys with rapid May and June growth ahead.
Bridget Wright 75 widow of James W. Wright died April 6 at Bath City hospital after a long illness. Born in Ireland to Francis and Fanny Flood, she leaves son Edward Wright and daughter Mrs Edward Blake of Bath, two sisters in Providence and Bath, four Bath grandchildren, one Portland grandchild, and one Bath great grandchild in Brunswick. Funeral held Friday at eight in St Marys Church.
News from Georgetown reports the death of Mrs. Jennie Sholes at Brooks Hospital in Toston on Monday from pneumonia after a surgical operation. She owned a Summer home in Georgetown and was a long time Summer resident with her daughter.
The funeral for Charles F. Bliss was held Thursday afternoon at 1 at his home 12 Cherry street with Rev. Robert TH Carey of Corliss Street church officiating. Bearers were Chester A. Vlant Lester Munsey Isaac Coombs and Edward Robbins. The J B R Drake insurance agency linked to daughter Edna N. Bliss was closed during the service. Burial followed at Lombard cemetery in West Bath.
The funeral of William A. Rairden of East Brunswick, killed in an automobile accident Saturday, was Tuesday at 11 in the Fred S. Curtis funeral home. Rev. Robert Carey officiated with burial in Oak Grove. Also noted is a grass fire in Oak Grove cemetery with Engine 4 responding using a large and two pony tanks.
Sheriff Henderson reports first arrest of a local man sought for alleged disposal of mortgaged property. The suspect faced immediate custody after warrant execution, as prosecutors review charges and potential restitution.
Town assessors hold valuations at the town hall Tuesday to Thursday. Sidney Coffee continues road patrols from Winneganee to Small Point under a 50 50 program. Basin Grammar School opens March 28 with R W Fenlason and Mrs A J Roode as teachers. Various residents visit or relocate, and Sheriff Henderson set a May 17 hearing on Lapham road.
Readers in Auburn report the first martin of spring arriving in Amos G. Fitz's yard ahead of schedule. An editorial in the Lewis ton Journal lauds the migrant, noting the bird's journey from Virginia in a single flight and marveling at its homing instinct and devotion to family.
Three hour devotions at Grace church on Good Friday from noon to three will be conducted by Rev. Nelson B tilder sleeve rector of Stoo ichgels church Auburn who will deliver meditations on the last seven words from the cross. Public may come and leave at their convenience during the service. Rev. Mr. Gildersleeve will also preach at 7 30 p m Good Friday evening. Mayor and Mrs Ernest L McLean of Augusta visited Bath Monday and called on Mayor Cahill and on Charles IK Allen.
Miss Doris Soule of Hyde Park Massachusetts formerly of Bath is visiting Mr and Mrs Edwin Hinson on Washington Street.
J Fuller Ingraham of Augusta was a visitor in the city Monday.
The YALCLAL twilight league in Bath expects a bigger season with Kelley Field improved and strong local talent from Kennebec Bridge. Y.M.C.A. and St. Mary’s host clubs plan robust lineups with Olives on the mound and Meister at short, while Legion and other teams prepare for pre-season practice as warmer weather nears.
County officials appear to be obliged to construct a road from the rear of cottages at Poplin Beach along the east and south shores to the end of the group. Phippsburg residents urged the town to lay out the road, but the town declined. A plan to appoint a county official to supervise the build and assess costs on the town has been discussed after a long meeting with George C. Pease, town chairman.
Mrs Ephrem Soucie was named the most beautiful girl in Augusta at a Thursday beauty contest directed by Jimmy Evans. Known as Miss Thorne White, she is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Gus Nichols. A purse was presented to her as the crowd cheered.
Supt. Eaton of the poor department has appointed Mallory Re Wakem as manager and Mrs Wakem as matron of the City farm with overseers approving. Improvements are under way including interior painting and spring repairs while soil is prepared for planting. There are 12 inmates.
A Lewiston pastor formerly of Jencon Street Church Bath was attacked Monday afternoon by two dogs while walking near Howell and Sam mond streets. He said the attack seemed unprovoked and reported the incident to Lewiston police.
The United States Civil Service Commission launches a country wide campaign to recruit eligibles for 2500 Bureau of Prohibition positions. Examinations include chiefs, supervisors, administrators, investigators and warehouse watchmen across about 600 cities with oral tests and fingerprint checks.
About 30000 American Legionnaires will sail from six ports in September for a Paris convention parade and tours of Europe. Gen John J Pershing and National Commander Howard Savage lead the plan with armed forces of veterans returning to Boulogne Havre Cherbourg and Antwerp for an international journey. Travel savings include $200 per person on Paris trips and $5,000,000 total from visas and passport fee waivers across 18 European countries.
The Bath Rod and Gun Association works with local residents to improve hunting and fishing in Sagadahoe County. A mid May gathering aims to hear a hunting authority, view footage from a Boston show, and plan stocking ponds with salmon trout and bass while pheasants are to be cov ered. Officials include Edward W. Tryde president and Charles A. Andre secretary treasurer with several committees led by Hubert N. McCarty and Herbert L. Spinney.
The annual Spring sale by the Winter Street church ladies in the chapel drew a good crowd and met financial goals. Committees led Fancy work by Elma J D Hodgkins. Food table by William Frost. Apron, Candy tables listed with multiple workers.
The Treacon Street Methodist church school held its annual meeting at Mrs. P. P. A. Bowie's Drummond Street home. Officers elected include Eugene McGrath as superintendent and Clifton W. Tedford as treasurer amid strong attendance, finance, and interest. The remainder of the notes list staff and committee assignments. America’s share of world totals for key resources is noted.
Pupils in city and rural schools are invited to enter a poster contest on thrift and banking. Prizes totaling up to 32 and 2 for groups are planned with second and third prizes in each group. Posters are due Thursday at 3 PM April 21. judges include Bath Trust officials and local artists.
A Sunday grass fire spread across Hyde property near Rod Ney Ross home on High street aided by high winds. Firefighters used Engine 1.10 and a large tank with two chemical carts to contain the flames starting outside the fence. Several other grass fires were reported on Winship street and between Middle High and Pleasant streets, stretched by wind and requiring chemical extinguishers.
Regular Bath Ministerial Association meeting held Monday forenoon at the Winter Street church with Rev. George Wilson Sendder presiding. Prayer by Rev. David L. Wilson preceded a discussion on Evangelism and plans for next month’s topic Is the church radio a blessing to the world. Clergymen present included Rev. T. W. Webb and local ministers Ti. I. Skillin Forrest I. Littlefield S. D. Hardin David L. Wilson George Wilson Sendder George Li. Wolstenholme and W. H. Hol【truncated】
Two sedans, a Chevrolet from Portsmouth and a Nash from Auburn, collided at Mid dle and Winter streets Sunday. Minor damage. the Nash was moving slowly while the Chevrolet sustained a torn mud guard and drove away. The text also notes a Spring term high school music festival May 18 involving Dexter Fay high school and Guilford Milo Foxcroft Academy with plans for future venues. A separate item states fifty thousand cans of salmon condemned as unfit for food in Boston.
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