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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1938

Page

8

Launch of U S S Sampson draws 8000 spectators at Bath Iron Works

Police estimated 8 000 to 9 000 witnessed the 1850 ton destroyer launch from inside and outside the Bath shipyard and Woolwich shore. About 4 000 to 5 000 watched from the yard while several hundred were on Carston bridge. Nine local officers plus six state troopers ensured order with no reported incidents.

U.S. S. Sampson Bath Iron Works Corp Carston Bridge Bath Woolwich Washington Street Joseph A. Butler John W. Healy John Edward Marks Seagrey John P. Crostharles Marks Tripp Boston Barracks Bath Pois

Stanley Cressey Contest Winner At Moree High

Stanley Cressey, 49, won the last of three prize speaking contests at Moree High School this week. Exhortations covered topics such as The Moni Dieteceren Man in Europe and Hitter Demands Rev of German Colonies. Other participants included Dorothy Mulcahy Edward Cohen and Frank Curran with topics on The Polish Lithuanian Librarian Tehidetine Czecho Slovakia and related notes.

Stanley Cressey Moree High School Europe Dorothy Mulcahy Edward Cohen i Coving Frank Curran Czecho- Slovakia Hottis Edward Wright

Pratt Moore wedding takes place Sunday

Miss Dorothy M. Moore and Foster M. Pratt were married Sunday at four in the First Baptist church. Attendants were Anna Perkins and Shirley Pratt. The couple will reside at 390 High street after April 24. Out of town guests joined the ceremony.

Dorothy M. Moore George M. Emery Center Street Foster M. Pratt E. Melvin Pratt Spring Street First Baptist Church Charles R. Sims Anna M. Perkins Shirley E. Pratt Beulah E. Pratt

Easter observances lead Dunlap commandery to church service

Dunlap Commandery E T held an Easter program at First Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 2 30 with Eminent Commander Lloyd Lee Hooker inviting all visiting Knights to join. Sir Knights marched from the Temple at 2 15 to the church and returned via streets, with readings hymns and an Easter sermon by Rev Charles R Sims and a readings of deceased Sir Knights. Mrs Walter Thayer hosted the Social Eight club Monday night on Middle street for a Patriot day party with stories fortunes and sewing.

Dunlap Commandery E. T First Baptist Church Lloyd Lee Hooker Temple Washington Center Front Linden Washington Streets Christ Charles R. Sims Magdalene Victor Paquet John Wishart Walter Thayer Social Eight Club Middle Street Sterling Burgess Walter Stover George Melzard George Darrah Albert Darrah Albert Pinkham Erving Burnham Court Street

Maine Canners to Launch Statewide Sweet Corn Campaign

Maine Canner's Association plans an advertising and sales drive for State of Maine Sweet Corn during April through June. The campaign, backed by the Maine Development Commission and Brooke Smith French Dorrance of New York, targets Atlantic slope cities to Washington and parts of Pennsylvania and Ohio. It will promote private and house brands, with cooperative ad buys, in-store displays, and point-of-sale materials. The effort aims to expand markets, establish profitable growth, and pave the way for a broader national campaign in 1939 including Maine Blueberries.

State of Maine Maine Canner’s Association Maine Development Commission The Development Commission Brooke, Smith, French & Dorrance, Inc New York Atlantic Slope Washington Pennsylvania Ohio Commission Maine Maine Canners’ Association Sturges Dorrance Isaac Winslow

Portland Elkdom Well Represented at Bath Lodge Installation

A Portland Lodge of Elks delegation of 20 attended Bath Lodge’s annual installation. Albert H. McMann was installed exalted ruler and elected delegate to the National Convention in Atlantic City on July 10. Edward J. McMann became alternate. Walter S Spaulding Jr. served as installing officer with Louis Martell as grand esquire and Leland Crockett assisting. Other officers named include Leon M. Genthner, Joseph H. Breault, D. Joseph Doyle, H. Joseph Madden, Joseph Paquette, and Daniel T. Dougherty. A lobster salad supper preceded the ceremony.

Portland Lodge of Elks Bath Lodge Albert H. McMann Atlantic City N. J Edward J. McMann Walter S Spaulding, Jr Portland Lodge Louis Martell Leland Crockett Mr. McMann Leon M. Genthner Joseph H. Breault D. Joseph Doyle H. Joseph Madden Joseph Paquette Brunswick Tyler Daniel T. Dougherty

Albert F. Austin to Leave Bath for Portland Partnership

Albert F. Austin a Bath resident since 1912 and longtime Acme Supply Co associate will move to Portland. He has joined the George Elliot Co jewelry firm at 24 Forest Avenue as a full partner. The Bath community notes his departure and invites friends to visit him in Portland. Also, Mr and Mrs Bane Stanley returned to Monhegan after wintering in Bath with Mrs Stanley’s parents.

Bath Albert F. Austin Acme Supply Co Portland George Elliot Co Forest Avenue Mr. Austin Bane Stanley Mary Higgins Monhegan Stanley Arthur Higgins Harvard Street

Senator Sewall Arrives Home After South America Trip

Hon Sumner Sewall returned Thursday morning from a coast of South America flight with United Airlines associates. The Maine delay occurred when fog held the New York train two hours. he missed the Bath-bound seven o clock train and had to arrange a Bath car by telephone.

Sumner Sewall South America

Nealley-MPherson Wedding in Bangor Saturday

Miss Deborah Brad ford Nealley and Robert Gay MacPherson wed at the bride’s Bangor home in a single ring ceremony led by Rev. Frederick M. Meek. Attendants included Janet Louise MacPherson and Barbara J. Nealley. best man was James E. MacPherson Jr. A Florida wedding trip follows before they reside in Bangor.

Deborah Bradford Nealley William P. Nealley Bangor E. S. Nealley Bath Robert Gay MacPherson James E. MacPherson Framingham Mass Frederick M. Meek All Souls Congregational Church Janet Louise MacPherson

Perry Feero Wedding Held at Central Church Parsonage

George R. Perry and Mrs. Myda M. Feero were married at seven Sunday evening by Dr. David L. Wilson at Central church parsonage 898 Middle Street. The groom, a local restaurateur, plans a brief Boston area wedding trip and to reside at 28 Maple Street.

George R. Perry Myda M. Feero David L. Wilson Central Church Middle Street Perry's Boston Vicinity

Police Ball Planned for May 11 at Arcade Ballroom

Police plan a May 11 ball at the Arcade Ballroom to raise funds for summer uniforms blue trousers grey shirts Sam Brown belts and blue caps. Committee head Joseph D Pennell works with Officers Percy W Kingsbury Byron Clark Marshal Joseph A Butler and City Messenger C Leroy Hutchins as the force sells tickets and anticipates strong attendance.

Arcade de Sire Joseph D. Pennell Percy W. Kingsbury Byron Clark Joseph A. Butler C. Leroy Hutchins Alameda

Easter concert draws large crowd at Bowdoinham Methodist church

A Sunday Easter event at Bowdoinham Methodist Church drew a large audience. Roland Robinson, six, son of Helen and Roger Robinson, performed a violin solo In the Sweet By and By and followed with America. Community notes list local visits, school fundraisers, family events, and upcoming programs at Brunswick Methodist Church.

Methodist Church Roland Robinson Helen Roger Robinson America Brunswick Methodist Church Esther Browne Springfield Mass Earle Browne Bishop School Wallace Hunter, Jr Christine Temple Gardiner Leroy Temple Lil Elliott Thomas Cutler Thelma George Cutler

Department moves Sea and Shore Fisheries offices to Boothbay Harbor

The offices of the Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries were moved Friday to new headquarters at the Depositor's Trust Co. building in Boothbay Harbor. Commissioner Arthur R. Greenleaf said the Rockland boat and machine shop would stay, and that private and state groups including the State Police eyed the vacated Main Street site. He cited easier access for fishermen and dealers as the main reason, noting Boothbay lies near the center of major fishing activity and halfway between Portland and Rockland. The move aims to improve industry conditions and foster a long term hatchery program with federal cooperation. Chief clerk Mrs. Frank Hallowell and staff will continue in Boothbay.

Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries Depositor’s Trust Co Boothbay Harbor Arthur R. Greenleaf Rockland Greenleaf Main Street Department Boothbay Thomaston Portland Maine Port Clyde H. D. Crie Lewis O. Barrows Frank Hallowell Blanche Marshall

Winter Street Church Easter Services and Fireside Club Update

Easter at Winter Street Church drew a full house with lily and tulip decorations by the Ladies Auxiliary led by Mrs. Roscoe P. McFadden and others. Senator Sewall addressed 50 youths after an Easter supper, recounting a South American journey as the Fireside Club concluded its season. visits by Rev. Gildersleeve and local guests were noted.

Winter Street Ladies’ Auxiliary Roscoe P. McFadden LeRoy F. Colby Carl Y. Kennedy Harry L., Horne Ruth Skillings Sumner Sewall Ernest Freeman Henry W. Butler Capt. Butler Maxwell Powers Arthur Purington Reginald Lombard Elizabeth Cameron Charles Blaisdell R. P. McFadden Carrie Hall Fireside Club Senator Sewall Sewall South America Andes Venezuelan Coast Guard Equator Josephine Haskell Patricia Webster Mary Grace Mary Tourtillotte Barbara Curran Charles Camack Clare Fulton John Kimble Durward Shorey John Black

Webber Guest Of Milton Grandparents In Washington Street Visit

William B. Webber son of Rev. and Mrs. A Bernard Webber of Milton Massachusetts is a guest of his grandparents Mr and Mrs Ruel T Knight on Washington Street.

William B. Webber A. Bernard Webber Milton, Mass Ruel T. Knight Washington Street

Westport Community Notes On Visitors and Preparations

Westport gathered for Easter visits as Ordway Lewis and John Stacey stayed for a Thursday stop. Town activities included a Democratic County Committee meeting at the Community Garden club rooms and state auditing work for a newly required town bookkeeping system. Local families and summer-ready projects filled a weekend of travels, guests, and preparations for the season.

Ordway Lewis John Stacey Portland Addie Tilton Belle Tilton South Portland the Cedars Brian M. Jewett Helena Hodgdon Waldoboro Democratic County Committee Community Garden Club Frances Whitten Morse High School Bath Ellsworth Colby Russell Stodder Buddy Carl Hawes State Department of Audit Geneveive Hodgdon Boston Solomon Higgins Jennie Cromwell Archie Brewer Boothbay Harbor Paul Meserlan Phyllis West Roxbury Mass Eva Beaudet San Souci Ethel Wass George Richardson Edward Smithwest Hopedale Dewey Richardson Jewett's Cove

Bath Country Club May Open Saturday

Patrons tour the Bath Country Club as rain-dried greens show progress. Jimmie Jones, the club’s professional, expects weekend play if weather holds. Seven holes remain soft but seven in play could help golfers warm up. memberships are rising for what may be the club’s best season yet.

Bath Country Club Jimmie Jones Alden G. Smith

Two Men Face Auto Charge Pleas In Municipal Court

Dean H Farnham of this city and Willian Clancy of Woolwich appeared before Recorder Gardiner R Deering on motor vehicle charges. Farnham pleaded guilty to defective brakes and Clancy to driving without a license. Court costs were $9.95 and $6.95 respectively. Patrolman Tripp reported the Bath Iron Works launching and two intoxication cases were heard with fines and costs.

Dean H. Farnham Willian Clancy Woolwich Gardiner R. Deering Farnham Clancy Tripp Thomaston Barracks Bath Bath Iron Works Deering

Birth of Daughter in Augusta for Smith Family

A daughter named Sydney Duer Smith was born Easter morning to Mr and Mrs William Allen Smith Jr of Augusta. The baby weighs seven pounds. Mrs Smith is formerly Miss Sydney Duer Breck of Small Point and New York. Her mother Mrs Duer D Breck has been staying several weeks in Augusta.

Mary Hardie Mt. Vernon N. Y William Hardie Eva Palmer Powers Institute Bernardston Mass J. N. Palmer Lena Cornish Hazel Boston Methodist Ladies’ Aid Ivan Lang Margaret Gile Bridge Club Grange Hall Lang William Rogge Bowdoin Lilly Malden Bay Road Leroy Temple Clifford Smalley Fred Leavitt Reginald Dore Guy Sedgley Harold Hackett Clara Fogg Washington, D. C George Hamilton William Daniels West Minot Georgia Pratt Gardiner DeForest Pratt Bert Merrill Bath Courtney Nealey Sanford Phillip Nealey R. A. Douglas Maud Kendall W. B. Kendall Mary Plunket Bowdoin Horace Lancaster S. W. Putman Fitchburg William Gould Worster House Hallowell Robly Morrison Bar Mills Earle Brown Harold Cheney Leonard Bishop Portland Sara Temple Newark N. J Marshall Small Coombs High School Maine Alden Connors Wendall Heenie Richard Billings Leroy Adams Malcolm Billings Forest Fides Gardiner General Hospital Miriam Browne Poland Earle Browne Carrie Merrill Brunswick Albert Fox New York Milton Given Robert McAffe Bowdoinham Bowdoinham Court James H. Ames Jerry Foote River Road Richmond Village Lodge F. & A. M Linwood Rideout Bagdon Augusta Wiliam Allen Smith, Jr Sydney Duer Smith Smith Sydney Duer Breck Small Point Duer D. Breck

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