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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1925

Page

7

Winnegance Village Holds Card Party for Schoolhouse Funds

A community card party at the Winnegance Community House runs 2 to 4 pm on Thursday organized by the Mothers' club to raise money for schoolhouse equipment and repairs. Other village activities include quilting by the Evening Workers, social events, measles cases, a bridge hall party, and ongoing bridge and sidewalk repairs.

Mothers’ Club Robert Po Manson Joseph N. Day Zina B. Hunt Charles FE. Preble Marion Raffaell Belle Hunt Portsmouth N. H Harry B. Williams Ladies Aid Frank Perow Alfred Oliver Bridge Hall Grindell Bath William Campbell Providence R. J June Higgins John D. Rogers Dromore I. A. Trueworthy Woman's Auxiliary Phippsburg Dromore Grange Hall Winnegance Squawcyb Frank Perry John G. Morse Fred L. Parks Parker O. Rogers Winfield W. Morse Er. O. Taylor Corliss Street I. G . Miing W. F. Campbell R. L Winneganee Marie “Perry Arthur Brown Harry F. Oliver Wiliam Blaisdell

Grange membership soars as new units form nationwide

The nation sees about 5,000 new Grange members since New Year and a quarterly surge in new subordinate granges. Ohio adopts regional deputy law to supervise and aid granges, modeled after Michigan success. Grange wealth tops $2 million in property, excluding halls, with active protests in York County over rabbit releases by the State Game Commission.

United States Ohio Michigan York County Pennsylvania Grange State Game Commission Massachusetts

Ohio Grange leaders named to Ohio State University trustees

State Master Harry A. Caton appointed by the governor as a trustee of Ohio State University. Caton is a key figure in the state’s agricultural life, while State Lecturer George R. Lewis has served as state director of fairs for two years. Both are active farm leaders with strong support among rural communities.

Ohio Harry A. Caton Ohio State University Caton George R.lewis Enka, Bbs Abt Sme

Oldest Sagadalioe County Resident Reaches 108

Mrs. Margaret I McParland aged 108 is the county’s oldest resident. Born April 22 1822 in Grand Maman New Jersey she married John McFarland and moved to Bath over 60 years ago. After several falls and illness she joined the Old Folks Home where she is content. She has nine children with three living Mrs Bliga Hansen and Mrs Angeline Casliste among them.

Margaret I. McParland Sagadalioe McFarland Grand Maman N. J James Kendrick John McFarland Bath Mearland Bliga Hansen Machiesport Yobs Ailpah Carlisle Angeline Casliste Alberta Can

Boston residents buy Pletcher house amid local transfers

Charles V. Minett De and Mrs. A F Williams and daughters Marilla and Anita of Boston purchase one of Minett's houses, the Pletcher place, after selling their Daymond home. Other notes list guests, moved households, visits, and property transfers around Basin, Parker Lead, Popham Beach, and East Boothbay with several families and individuals mentioned.

A. F. Williams Marilla Anita Boston Polley CL Ve. Minett Pletcher Daymond Place Elwin McPhee van Buren Mars William Wt. Hawker Ruth Mortwas Mir Chattes Morkin Alice Abbie Minott New York Malcolm Children Meanes Sparks Rostindale Qatiss Sumer Parker Tead Arthur Savage Parker Lead Greenlow House Moob. Wilbur Walthat Mass Simmer Cox's Kier Tibbetts Benehmont Mibridge Morse James BE. Percy New Bergen Jaf Cox Linwood Wiley Bath William RR. Bowie Basin Quarries Co Spar Tolding Co

Local visitor inspects Gowell building in Bowdoinham

John Coughlin of New Thu rpshire former gate keeper at the railroad crossing in the station was in Bowdoinham last week to view his property. He owns the Gowell building on Bridge street. Several panes of glass are broken from the town clock’s south side windows.

John T. Stacey St. Petersburg Phil Popham Beach Nelson Weald Yarmouth James Perkins East Boothbay Capt Scott Wyman Porthind Oat Parker Peat John Coughlin New Thurpshire Ele Gowell Bridge Street

Sabinites Plan Party at Red Men's Hall

Sabinite improvement association schedules a Friday party in Red Men's hall at 7 30. A box social will raise funds with ladies bringing and selling food boxes to men. supper to follow with social dancing. Farmers in Arizona irrigation districts advocate forming granges amid favorable reception.

Sabine Improvement Association Red Men's Hall

Grange War Over New York Billboard Lease Appeal

New York state grange members are urged not to lease land for advertising billboards or permit mounted signs on property. The appeal emphasizes preserving rural land value and scenery amid mounting roadside ads.

Tie Grange New York State Grange Miagmn AC Cme Tintin Tn bin Mdfard

Graduation plans at Emm erson Grammar school in Richmond

Eighth grade pupils of Emm erson Grammar school organize graduation with essays recitations and a class prophecy by Miss Tawra M. Grondin and Miss Ruth Curran. The class has 17 members as town social notes detail alumni visits and local events in Richmond and surrounding towns.

Emmerson Grammar School Tawra M. Grondin Ruth Curran Amy Gradley Legion Hall George Kimball Portland Charles Ek. Tlewitt Doon Er- Heat Higgins Maude Jones Auburn Henry Partridge Kimball Street Helen M. Rideout James Rideout Walliston Mass Boby Richmond Litehfield Mains Norman Stewart New York Daniel Stewart Richmond High School Opera House Daddy Nan Hatch Evelyn Leslie Augusta Loretta Parks Florence Watson Bath Harry Williams Brunswick Mrr Seth Wilson Carl PL Roberts Porth Henry Deehan Thomas Gearrey New — Bedford Dovere N. S Who Haley Roberts Kittela Duncan Lake Ossipee N. H Lillian A. Tomson Elmer EL Mildred Ordway Skowhegan Frank I. Duren Mary Taylor Englewood N. J Lelind Branner Providence Thaddeus Card C. J. Blair Frank Hea Medford Emily Lilly Nellie Dresden Zulette Allen West Dresden Sherman Dunham South End George Church Bernard Vierce Somerville Ridge Road Irving Meserve Dresden Mills Margaret L. Grover Fred Webber Randolph Oscar Bailey Albert Merrifield Hallowell Acc Randall Boston Allen Constantine Congregational Church Dane Street Kennebunk W. T. Johnson William Cherry Danger Frank Cheney Front Street Willit Bratnen County Road Mansfield Ball Whitman Earl Frost Margaret BK. White Vanessa Beedle Perth Aliold Hinchliffe Elizabeth Thomas Lrunswick George Wren James. Darling Sherman Mills Ida Hubbard Swan Island Arthur Maxwell Serre Thre County Lauran Williams Ernest Curtis Main Street Hannah Cunningham Damariscotta Harry H. Johnson Center Street Harry Jordan B. J. Ludwig Mr. Johnson Elizabeth Caswell Itha Elele Ler

Water analysis reports Glefarry Spring Water quality

The samples submitted for analysis show total mineral solids of 125 and 146 grains per gallon with constant low mineral content. The report notes freedom from mineral solids and favorable bacteriological findings, deeming the water highly desirable for human consumption.

Glefarry Spring A. B. Andrews W. E. Tanner Glengarry Spring Brunswick Maine Mr. Tanner Yaurs Alfred

Bath Rotarians to Attend District Rotary Conference

Bath Rotary Club members will travel to Portland for the Eighth District Rotary International Conference. Notable speakers include Frank J. Mulholland of Toledo and Governor Ralph O. Brewster. Events include receptions, sessions at Keith's theatre, a conference dinner at City Hall, and a Friday round table followed by voting for the district governor nominee.

Bath Middle West John G. Winant New Hampshire Ralph O. Brewster Charles Aubrey Eaton New Jersey Harvey L. Spangter St. John N. B Canada Fred W. Carberry Milwaukee Wis Robert W. Hull Salem Mass Eaton D. Sargent Nashua N. TL Falmouth Porthind Club Mnain George T. West Western Homenade Keith's William B. Jack Portland Club Herbert C. Libby Portland Country Club John R. Bentley Cleveland City Hall William BB. Jack Portland Neal W. Allen Cty of Adam V. Leighton Kiwanis Club Chester G. Abbott Lions’ Clubs Sewall Strout Exchange Club James F. Albion D.D Brunswick Porthend Club Rotary Clubs of Charles H. Simons Boston John GG Winint Gov Brewster Frank IL. Mulholland Toledo Portia Orchestral Society Business Sesson Keith’s Robert W. Hill Harvey L. Spangeli St. Johnn Eaton Sargent N. F Robert Farquhar Lawrence Willard Wylie Beverly Maine City Bath Pits Herbert Libby Harvey L. Spangley St. Joan N. By Charles A. Fitton Harry T. Passmore Bath Club

Bath Bath Cycle Club President Touts Athletic Field Plea

The Bath Cycle Club’s Kelley and Owen J. Ledyard were noted as players who relieved Kelley in the box during a game. After Kelley quit, his team led and he felt it right to stop pitching. A collection netted about 50. A July 1 petition to designate part of the city farm as an athletic field was presented by Alderman Morse and others. The Overseers of the Poor granted the request on August 14, requiring a 500 foot by 500 foot site with fencing and gates at the expense of the poor department.

Bath Cycle Club Owen J. Ledyard Kelley Frank I. Nichols Ernest F. Kelley R. 1D. Bibber H. F. Palmer Sanford L. Fogg J. Edward Drake F. W. Hartnett B. A. Coughlin Bath Range House John A. Morse Board of Overeers of the Poor

Kelley Field Historic Development and Public Support

A Maine city’s Kelley Field history notes formation of a baseball association, funds raised exceeding 3800 dollars, and local volunteers led by Ernest F. Kelley. Drainage work and graded levels created the first level diamond, with improvements through 1910 and 1921 when Kelley Field was officially named. The city council and athletics committee assumed control, seeking further drainage, grading, and fencing to enhance public recreation.

Baseball Association Frederick H. Kimball Ernest F. Kelley Joth Thomas G. Plant Association Bath Maine MW. Sewall Committee On Athletics

Williams Flying Boat Exhibits a Modern Sea Plane

Fred Williams of South Portland showcases the Curtiss Seagull, a three seat flying boat with a Curtiss K-6 engine delivering 150 to 160 horsepower. It cruises at about 60 mph for 3 to 4 hours, requires 45 gallons of fuel, and features dual controls and water takeoff at 50 mph.

Fred Williams South Portland West Bath The Portland Express Fred T. Williams South Port Hnd Harry M. Jones Henry Detroit Portland Jones New York State Williams South

Colleys Return to New York From Kennebec Wharf Plant

Mr and Mrs F B Colley who lived at 54 Lincoln Street have moved back to New York. Colley supervised the installation of the discharging plant at the Kennebec Wharf and Coal Company.

Colley Lincoln Street New York Kennebec Wharf

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Bath Savings Institution Arrowsie Winneyance Nathaniel Morse Chester Talbot Otis Hunt Department of Education Washington National Grange Sacramento Cal New England Illinois Margaret McFarland Drummond Place Fletcher Hcouse Charles V. Minett Bowdoinham Sabinites Plan Party Arizona Irrigation Farmers Glengarry Bowdoin College Dept. of Pathology and Bacteriology Brunswick, Maine W. EF. Tanner Irop Very Yours, Pon. Whittier Analysis Laboratory A. BL Andrews Analytical Ance Consulting Chemist State Assayer Lewiston My. W. F. Tanner Rowdoin College Department of Biology Porthind High Kelley Athletic Field Albert L. Strout W. Hartnett A. A. Morse Board of Overseers of the Poor Board of Common Council Kelley Field Stamlig Naid Feld Sawngs Dept Vees Ols Aatish Iary
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