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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1960
Page
2
An article links the 1960s fiscal tax shift to the Japanese calendar, warning that 1961 the year of the ox could bring higher taxes on motorists. It argues lawmakers may extend the four cent federal gas tax and seek another half cent, urging public protest to avoid a tiger year of heavier burdens.
Leaders nationwide call for increased political involvement by business people to counter other groups, arguing this balance is essential after a year of rising political activity.
The speaker contrasts business and businessmen politics, arguing that corporate and trade group programs aim to boost local political activity. He says democratic government requires voters to hear all sides and that informed electorates must have access to diverse perspectives beyond labor or business narratives.
A leading oil company executive predicts customers will be sovereign in a competitive economy through the sixties. He foresees more interstate travel, more families owning multiple cars, and widespread petrochemical use. The goal is enhanced service and superior products at fair prices, achieved only with free open competition.
At First Baptist Georgetown Rev Ernest Roberte preached on Christ rising and peace in hearts. A Bath event hosts Youth for Christ film on Saturday at 7 30 p m at Corliss Street church with May 11 concert planned. Townsfolk and visitors from Boston Bath and Brunswick attend services and gatherings. boatbuilding, art, and Red Cross notes supplement a busy local week.
The All Day Institute of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union convened Thursday at Mrs. Gladys Farley’s High street home with speakers including state VP Rosa mond McGuiggan and County Youth Temperance director Priscilla Thayer. Morning devotions, luncheon, and an afternoon devotional led by Mrs. Iva Kenney framed reports by county and state officers.
The Congregational Christian Council of Maine holds its annual meeting on April 25 at the North Deering church in Portland. The morning program at 10 30 features editor Rev Joseph Russell of The Congregationalist. afternoon speaker Rev Neil Swanson Milwaukee secretary of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches. Luncheon reservations are due with Rev Robert Haldane Sr in Portland by April 22.
The USS Preble under Captain Stanley M. Alexander U S N will host an open house from noon to 4 PM Sunday. The ship is scheduled for delivery to the Navy sometime this month.
A sunrise service conducted by the Baptist Youth Fellowship at Second Baptist Church featured a message by Mrs. Cora Pinkham titled A Portrait of Resurrection from Song of Solomon 2 11 1. Breakfast followed at Georgetown Central School with Jet Cadets and Working League serving. Pins and wreaths were awarded for perfect attendance to Peters Stevens Wayne LaRose Kenneth LaRose Gordon Pinkham Mrs William Marr Carol Dana Cochrane and Lulu Hanna.
A Monday evening church concert featured the new electric organ with performances including Looking In the Face of Jesus, Just Abide, and It Is Well With My Soul. Rev Roberts led a semi classical recital, and several local musicians contributed arias, duets, and violin solos. Families and community members gathered for the event amid notes from Liepaul Pinkham, James Stevens, and others.
William B. Thornton 81 of 620 Middle Street Bath died Monday evening after brief illness at Bath Memorial Hospital. A retired carpenter and painter, he lived in Bath 44 years, married to Lillie Winstone Thornton. Survived by widow, three daughters Thelma Thibodeau Lelia Thornton of Bath Edwina Young of Tempe Ariz, son Gerald F Thornton of Bath, two grandsons, a granddaughter and a cousin. Funeral Thursday 2 pm from Leslie C. Shumway Funeral Home 638 High Street. Rev Charles R. Sims officiating. Interment Oak Grove. Friends may call Wednesday evening.
Easter Sunday at Bay Point was foggy after a clear spell. Personal items include Edward Simpson of Bath opening his cottage for summer, Harold Drake preparing lobster traps, and George Renaud visiting the point. Harry L. Knight is listed as a patient at Bath Memorial. Mr. Mitchell and his son from Auburn were at their cottage Sunday.
Stewart Day arrived at West Point traveling from Largo Florida marking a notable transfer or arrival to the military academy in a regional or school context. The move highlights a student athlete or applicant joining the academy with potential future involvement in cadet life and associated activities.
Denise and Dennis Moore Jr stay with grandmother Mrs Lulu Hanna while mother rests in Bath Memorial hospital. Cast of Bath and Brunswick residents visit kin, attend church, collect for Cancer Fund, and plan upcoming Good Neighbor Club meeting and a May 7 food sale. Neighbors Mr and Mrs King, Mr and Mrs Pearson, and others are noted for weekend stays and visits.
Funeral service for Viola E. Holmes of Farmington Falls was held Saturday at 2 p m from Davis Funeral Home Farmington with Rev Arthur W Harvey officiating Bearers included Dr Philip Good Norman Wetherington Clyde Wetherington William Johnston and Jony Horsfelt Burial took place at Riverside Cemetery Farmington Survivors include her husband several nieces and a nephew Out of town relatives attended from China Lake Bath Portland and West Bath
Ada E White Larrabee, 92, longtime West Bath resident and prominent community member, died in a local nursing home after six years of residence. Born September 6, 1867, she married Frederick W. Larrabee in 1890. Survived by son Joseph W. Larrabee, three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren. a 75-year Topsham Grange member and member of First Baptist Church of Bath since age 17.
Bath friends learned of the death of Mrs Frederick Edney in Blaine Washington. Former Bath residents, the Edneys moved to Washington after his retirement from Bath Iron Works. Born July 26 1873 in England, she survived by her husband a son and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held April 6 at McKinney Funeral Home Blaine Washington.
Funeral service for Harold L. Mott was held Monday at 2 p m at the family home with Rev. Earl R. Ecker officiating. Bearers included Richard P. Morse Ralph W. Williams John R Williams Donald R Williams Lester R Morse and John G Morse Jr Interment followed at Oak Grove family lot.
Lisest Bath Evelyn Stinson Karen Barter Judy Marsh Mrs William Robson and Mrs Henry Marsh were Monday visitors in Portland and Lewiston.
Thomas B Stewart 85 of 25 Woodmere Road Portland died Monday evening at Togus Veterans Facility after a short illness He was born in Belfast March 1875 son of Thomas and Frances McQuaid Stewart of Montville educated in Albion He served in the Span American War as a Private in Co I 8th Massachusetts Infantry He lived in Bath before moving to Portland 28 years ago employed 18 years by Portland Water District retired 25 years ago Member of NE Conley Camp No 15 Spanish American War Veterans Survived by brother John E Stewart four sons Charles T William A Paul K and James A two daughters Mabel Christensen and Leona M Swanson 20 grandchildren four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews
Harold L Mott 44 of Phippsburg a World War II veteran died Friday at Togus Veterans Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Adelaide Morse Mott and had lived in the area 25 years. Born in Lewiston November 26 1915 he worked at Bath Iron Works and later at John G Morse and Son lumber mill. He attended Edward Little High School and was a former Red Man. Surviving are his widow a daughter Bette L Mott two sons Harold F and Russell L all of Phippsburg a sister Mrs Phyllis Anderson Lewiston a brother Earl L Mott Portland and one grandchild plus several aunts uncles nieces and nephews.
Miss Stella A Whittam of 408 Belmont Street Wollaston Mass formerly of Bath died at her home Thursday She was the daughter of the late Asa P and Emma Frances Ward Whittam Funeral services were held at the Russell funeral home 644 Hancock Street Wollaston Mass Saturday at 9 am Burial was in the family lot at Oak Grove cemetery Bath Saturday at 2 pm
Funeral service for Mrs. Ada E. Larrabee was held Saturday at 1 30 p m at A F Mayo Son Funeral residence. Revs Trueman Bray and Charles R Sims officiated. Bearers were Walter Larrabee William Larrabee Joseph Larrabee Jr Edward McMann Trafton Swain and Wilbur Small. Burial followed in Harding's cemetery East Brunswick family lot.
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