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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1928

Page

10

Men’s Club Contributes to Coast Missions

Winter Street Men’s club held its final meeting of the season on Friday evening. Members read reports, voted to send a sui from the treasury to the Maine Seacoast Mission, extended thanks to parish ladies and Bath Daily Dimes for publicity. Officers were reelected: Dick Verheus president, Jack Verbeus president, William A. Fall vice president, Charles M. Webber secretary, Charles Miller treasurer, Edward Bo Smith, Dr. Warren Bb. Kersh ner, Percy Low, Rev. B.D. Blardin on the program committee.

Winter Street Treasury Maine Seacoast Mission Bath Daily Dick Verheus William A. Fall Charles M. Webber Charles Miller Dward Bo Smith Warren Bb. Kershner Percy Low B.D. Blardin

State Resident Speaks at Meeting of Club

The Wiscasset Women's club met in St Philip's parish house with Mrs. Colin Shoefield, president of the State Federation, as speaker. A fine musical program featured solos by Miss Vinseitla Lewis. The audience praised the young singer's voice. The club schedules a whist party Monday afternoon in the Congregational vestry from 2:30 to 4:30. Next meeting on Friday, April 27 will elect officers for the ensuing year. Attendees included Miss Bessie Mikels, Mrs. Ruth Farnham, and Mrs. Rachel Hodgdon of Woolwich.

Wiscasset Women’s Club St. Philips Wise Colin Shoefield State Federation Vinseitla Lewis Supt Parker Lewis A. & Ke Ry Bath Tudy Congregational Vestey ASO Dts Alv Bessie Mikels Ruth Farnham Rachel Hodgden Woolwich

Corliss Street Choir Hosts Pleasant Evening at Perkins Home

Members of the Corliss Street church choir gathered Friday at Mr. and Mrs. James Perkins home on Middle Street. Choir master Leland Ames attended along with John Russell Vernal Chaney and several others. Refreshments were served and Easter Anthems were sung for the Perkins couple. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lemont of Portland visited Mrs. Lemont’s mother Mrs. Mabel Shepard over the weekend.

Corliss Street James DL. Perkins Middle Street Perkins Corlis Street Aton Leland Ames John Russell Vernal Chaney Howard Nasu Frances Bk. HE MaeFadden Arthur Lemont Portland

For Sale Hoof and Farm Equipment Listing

FOR SALE Two wagons hay rack horse hoe cultivator harrows plow pitch forks Emma M Daley 270 High St Bath Tel 233 M 4-12 2wyp BABY CHICKS From our HEAV laying exhibition White Wyandottes state fair winners Book orders now April chicks 25c May 22c and July 1n cents each We pay delivery charges on lots of 100 or more Feeding chart free with all orders We guarantee sale arrival and satisfaction Circular E L Colcord Belfast Me 3 D dwks

Emma M. Daley High St Bath E. L. Colcord Belfast

Obituary Nathaniel U h iee A Bath Rigging Worker

Nathaniel U h iee longtime boss rigger in the old ship yards died suddenly from a fall injuries suffered Thursday morning at his home 492 Wirshington Street He was born in Five Psbeds son of Nathaniel Phrce and moved to Bath as a youth He had resided in Bath most of his life Survived by three sons Delia Place William Place and Rye Place and one daughter Mrs Annie Stearns all from Bath with relatives in Milton Clitslestown Miss and Bangor area He was a familiar figure in the local shipyard community and many friends mourn his passing.

Nathaniel U'hiee A. Palmer Sewalls Wirshington Street Nathaniel Phrce Bath Venus Delia Tlace Willian Polwidh

George F. Williams death noted in Bath and Kittery

George F. Williams long served as Civil War veteran and Seno Naval Veterans Association member died Tuesday morning after illness. A native of Bath, he lived in Kittery Point with ties to Bath shipyards and Navy service. Funeral plans call for Thursday in Kittery with interment at Oak Grove in Bath.

George F. Williams Sion Sedgwdehk Prost Mars Chester IhNuttery Point Bath Owell

Untitled obituary notes from Cincinnati district death

An obituary fragment from Cincinnati Ohio mentions William P. Clarvey and Mrs Chervey, detailing health decline over the past year and travel by the deceased. It references Portland and Brunswick connections, noting a bereaved mother and a late husband with a long period of residence and movement.

Cincinsnati Ohio Mars Willian Clarvey Mo Lacisden Hl Portland Chervey Tilb Mer Maes. Toearves Oinuel Whee Cunemmiatt Feud of

Burial for Mrs. Cornish Widow of Pita Cornish

Funeral service held Tuesday afternoon at 7 Vine Street for Mrs. Teben diveksen Cornish widow of Pita Cornish. Wesley Methodist choir performed with Chester Plant Robert Gordon Ralph Bhikeney and Sanford Nicker son. Bearers were nephews John Th and BPreeman J. Southard of Wiscasset Illinois and J. Lowell and Carlton Lowell of Bath. Burial took place at Oak Grove.

Teben Diveksen Cornish Pita Cornish Vine Street Rea LE. Lattlefield Wesley Stehureh Fielded Chester AL Plant Robert ©. Gorden Ralph Bhikeney Sanford B. Nickerson John Th Bpreeman J. Southard Wiscasset, IL J. Lowell Carlton Lowell Bath Oak Grove

Bath man Frank E. Dennett dies after four days illness

A Bath resident Frank E. Dennett died April 14 at his Milwaukee Wisconsin home after a four day illness. The news came by word received from Rev Howard Pett Dett Alma Reid Lois Palmer Alice Pratt and Mrs J Everett Maye of West Bath. Members of the Nazarene church New England district assembly traveled to Portland on Tuesday morning for the event which continues through Sunday.

Frank E. Denied Tiwver Dennett Pearl Street Bath Milwaukee Wis Howard PL Dett Alma Reid Lois Palmer Alice Pratt J. Everett Maye West Bach Porth New England District Assembly of the Nazarene Church

Bar Harbor offers facilities for Coolidge summer stay

A report to Governor Brewster by Councillor Torrey describes Bar Harbor Maine as ready to host President Coolidge with suitable buildings, offices, telegraph links, naval radio station at Otter Cliffs, hotel options, and nearby fishing and recreation. The note notes that Coolidge has not yet confirmed the visit, but the town pursues the possibility with housing and services from Lyford and Woodward block, high school, and Old Farm area, plus transport and scenic opportunities.

Bae Harbor President Cooldge Ralph O. Brewster Guy EB. Torrey Thar Harbor Washington Torrey Mirine Brewster Baa Harbor Uintil Bite Bar Harbor Wind Maine Maine Giers Lyford and Woodward Gandon Western Union and Postal Otter Cliffs Tn Othe Enxtra Eagle Lake Long Pond Behe Lake Washington County Qand Black Pis Moosehead Lake Dis Mayiower Yen Pam Taam Mt. Desert Istand Congregational Church Bangor Lucerne Frenchman's Bay

School Nurse Reports March Activities and Findings

Mrs. Ro Clinton McFadden, school nurse, reports March results at the nurse committee meeting in the Red Cross room. The summary outlines pupil inspections, symptoms such as headaches and sore throats, weights, referrals to physicians and specialists, and home visits. It notes weekly screenings, conferences with parents, and the start of home hygiene courses in Malden and surrounding schools.

Ro Clinton McFadden Red Cross Penagyilsee SyneSidaa Ndek Mateh McPadden Malden Georgia Collis Plasford Uipses Morgan

Sardine Canning Described to Bath Rotarians

Alfred I. Nichols of South Portland spoke to Bath Rotarians at the Lotel Phoenix about Maine sardine production and canning. He demonstrated with factory samples and described sealing, cooking, and packing processes at Casco Bay facilities. President Hardin presided. next week Fred Cox will discuss the Canadian Pacific cruise. Wellington Moore and son Madison Moore visited Warren after Bath happenings.

Maine Bath Elotel Phoenix Alfred I. Nichols South Portland Portland Products Co Nichols South Porthnd Chamber of Commerce Portland Casco Bay Tis Amachine Cusco Bay Vicw Hardin Dougherts Lewiston AL Eugene Nickerson Porthound Dawes Th Kerr Rumford W. G. Bunker Augusta Wallace Jack Brunswick Wo A Tanner Raymomd He Huston Porthind Waeran DD Oliver City Fred Cox Australia

Portrait of Esquire Samuel Gray Honored in Bowdoinham

Bowdoinham residents note a fine portrait donated by Mrs. John F. Gray of Esquire Samuel Gray, a leading local figure and father of her late husband. The piece will join other historic portraits in the selectmen's office. The item follows a flurry of town news from church services to visits, travels, and local events.

John F. Gray Selectmen’s Office Esquire Samuel Gray Gray Bowdoinham Sys Jessie M. Ames Porthand Universalist W.L. Kendall Boston Ruth Jones Mc- Keen Jones Massachusetts Connecticut Canada Miss Kendall Gardiner Ida Gikehurst von Satherday Charles Newell Litchfield David Moulton Porthind Reobert Patten Sumner Vatina Denham Levenze Minott W. Eo Graves Raymond ‘Tibbetts Maine Central Railroad Cornish Pleasant Pond Sunda Sarah Small Bowdel Piday Erlend Rogers Robert Patten St. Barnabas’ Hospital Portland Blenn Eye and Bar Hospital Dodge Boys Trebron Academy HS. Deedee James Whitman Sagadahoc Brunswick GR. Cutler G G. Powers Bath Independent Bath

Obituary fragment from Richmond and surrounding towns

Fragmentary obituary mentions Mrs Dkvisy Mealey of Richmond and three children: Mrs Mealey of Richmond Mars Daron of Lisbon and Byron Newton in Paris. Funeral at Bowdernhaim Baptist Friday with interment Village cemetery. Also notes Mrs Charles B F Dodge returning to Boothbay Harbor for summer.

Dkvisy Mealey Richmond Mealey Mars Daron Lisbon Byron Newton Paris France Bowdernhaim Baptist Terment Charles BF. Dodge Brunswick Bewdernham Boothbay Harbor

Woolwich Farm Bureau Holds All Day Dairy Session

The Woolwich Farm Bureau met at Woolwich Centre Baptist church on Tuesday with modest attendance. County Agent Charles L. Mastman opened the session and dairy specialist R. Talbot of Maine spoke on increasing dairy profits and broader dairy topics. William Wright led the dairy segment with Elster A. Dolf, chairman, present. A noon baked bean dinner was served by the Ladies' Aid. A Bath newspaper notice will announce the next meeting.

Woolwich Bastian William Wright Elster A. Dollof

Richmond Amy Bradley Tent Holds Regular Meeting

Sixteen members attended a regular meeting of Amy Bradley Tent in Richmond. A memorial service was held for Mrs Annie S Arnold founder of the tent. Committees were appointed for the next meeting on April 25, refreshments were served, and a program closed the session featuring vocal duets, a reel solo, and readings. Margaret Dailey of Newton, Mass is visiting her parents and teaches at Dineen Dalla private school for girls.

Amy Bradley Dot US Eact Dennor Annie S. Arnold Bradley Beatrice Mariner Lillabell Knight Minnie Waldron Reading Martha Potnia Margaret Dailey Newton Mass Miss Daley Dineen Dall

Woolwich Plans Community Day 1928 Schedule Set

Woolwich plans a May 15 community day with a two to five pm children’s party led by Moatswpeag committee chair Rev Vinette Allen, and Supt. John Carter coordinating with teachers. Activities include marching, games, refreshments, a five to seven supper by Woolwich Union for Christian Service, a seven pm community sing, an address by Miss Florence of the State Education Dept, and an eight pm play by Nequasset ladies. Tickets and rehearsals are underway as residents prepare for an engaging evening.

Woolwielys Nsnah Childrens Evernoon Moatsweag Viinette Allen John Carter Woolwiel Union For Christian Service Florence State Department of Education Nequasset Woolwiel

Governor Brewster Speaks at Topsham Gathering

Ladies aid of Topsham Grange met Saturday afternoon and worked on Jancy Work and aprons. Supper was served at six. Governor and Mrs Ralph Brewster as guests. About 100 present. The governor delivered a very interesting address. A musical feature titled Souss Old and Older was arranged by Charlotte Robbins. Solos by Crystal Naugler Nan Smith and Charlotte Robbins. A duet by Minnie Wilson and Crystal Naugler and chorus singing concluded the program.

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Department Store New York Corliss Street Choir Nathaniel Place. JR Kittery Point William T. Harvey Frank E. Dennett Coolidge Bar Harbor Ernest Everard Co Lchesett Eben J. Marston Washington Street Iedards Rupert H. Baxter Edmund P. Briggs Wellington A. Moore The Bath Box Co Madison Moore Warren Carrie Kendall Maxwell Kendall Jack Gibson Calais Libby Richsard Rod. Purinten Star Aid J. Hackett Grange Ladies Aid Methodist Church Vernon Lowell Tver J. OE. Cornish William Newton Crimseon Karl Druschki Senter Woolwich Farm Bureau Governor Brewster Topsham Stevens Columbia Bath Department Store Patriots
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