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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1947
Page
4
The Bath couple wed on Sunday at Day's Ferry with a ceremony noted by a bridal gown of white brocade, seed pearl coronet, fingertip veil, and cascade bouquet. Attendants wore rose taffeta while guests included the groom's relatives and a Morse High School graduate now employed at the Unemployment Office.
Betty L Carkeek of Bath will marry Stephen T Hagan of Free Sunday in a ceremony conducted by Charles T Small. Attendants included Milton Savage. Carkeek is employed at Hallet's Drug Store and attended Moree High School. Hagan is the daughter of Mrs Be Hagan and Be Hagan of Lib by Court. The couple left for Boston and Providence on their honeymoon.
The Tennessee Valley Authority has built refrigerated barges now in use with success for moving frozen foods.
The South End P T A held a card party and auction for sixty three attendees. Prizes went to winners in both auction and contract events with special prizes including a pin up lamp, a bouquet, and Latige awarded to members. Refreshments were provided by Mrs Carroll Deering and Mrs Orrie Ames, with the next meeting set for May 6 at South Street School.
Augusta April 23 legislators approve repeal of the Bay Point Charter for the Bay Point Summer colony. Maine lawmakers accept a minority favorable report while backers cite a referendum clause allowing Georgetown and Bay Point residents to decide the issue amid political debate.
Mrs John K Jayne of New Canaan Connecticut leaves Tuesday from the Stone House Farm to return home. Mr and Mrs Jayne will go Saturday for a two week visit in San Francisco California on business. They plan to visit Mrs Jaynes sister Mrs Fred Hector in Fargo North Dakota and also stop in Seattle Washington and a brief stay in Victoria British Columbia.
The annual Huse P. T. A. meeting in the Sree featured reports and remarks from officers and representatives. Members urged support for minimum salary and teacher pension bills, and Keith Crockett was asked to send letters. A public card party was planned and Pris cilla Ferguson was welcomed for her efforts.
Friends of Inez G. Wing of Kingfield learn she is favored for a national Labor and Insurance post. The Bath Republican Women backed Wing during 1986 to 1942 campaigns, building a broad base of party support and suggesting her well deserved role on the National Republican Committee.
A shower was given for Mr. and Mrs. Merry and their daughter Pauline on April 12 at the log cabin of Mr. and Mrs. Jose in Massachusetts. Guests included a house guest of Ralph Merry and many friends who sent gifts and well wishes. several invited attendees could not be present.
Mrs. Robert Newman and her son Grady Robert return home from a Memorial event. Mitchell of Wi and her family had been visiting their center for several days.
The Cubs led by Scoutmaster present tenderfoot pins to Robert Oren Robertson Stephen Crosby and Walter Hunt. Harold Howe den chief accepts cub awards with brothers William Munsey and Briggs. Gold arrow points go to Akimere Briggs A Atwood and Arthur Mayo. Service stars honor years of service. Rev Alfred Ives chairs the cub committee and presents tokens.
Fragmentary notes show Frederick E. Drake Jr handling ward matters and an April 30 deadline looming. Mentioned are Mrs. Charles E. Syde in Winnegance, Mrs. Okoe Lambert Park, Mrs. Girard Hyde Park Terrace, and Mrs. Id Louder with B. Carney as chair of a local committee. Duncan McInnes leads Ham Niss clubs and associations. Theta Chapter Beta Sigma Phi and a volunteer canvass of the business district are listed among active groups.
A social note lists Mrs. Thomas hosting visitors including Mrs. Rena Roberts Mrs. Connie Allen Mrs. Evelyn McMann Mrs. Marjorie Merchant Mrs Back and Mrs Norton. The item mentions wild horses of the Gobi desert standing about four feet high.
OA EE SOE shades with artistically arranged in the room completed the effect. Music was furnished by an electric Vic with dance music on the order. Guests included Anita Deering Fitzgerald Harmon and Annette Harmon. Refreshments supervised by Edwin P with Miss Gail Fi and committee members listed among attendees.
Ladies Aid organized an appreciation supper for church workers on Ter Street. Richard eee was thanked for his kitchen work along with dining room hosts Mrs Wallace Atwood Mrs Archie Doyle Mrs Reginald Addison Pendile and Mrs eves Wetherbee.
The Mothers Club arranged final details for a May 9 dance at Tuessic Hall Hayward with Patricia Crocker among organizers. City officials discussed economy as a watchword while Theodore Burns noted elevator shutdowns after 5 30 at City Hall during the public buildings meeting.
The North Center Parent Teacher Association outlines spring activities including a March 28 meeting, a push to bring visual education tools to all schools, and pre-school clinics. Delegates are chosen for the State PTA Convention with a $30 donation planned.
A scattered roundup of visits and gatherings features Mrs Luella Pratt and family, Lillian Gipperrick, Nina Dodge, and Alice Moody among attendees. Speakers included Senator Neil S at Clinton ask and Pomona in Perry. Bragg relatives arrive from Oregon. Mrs Charles Hatch returns from Florida trip. Local residents host games, cake, and small receptions with friends and family.
Miss Helen Graves, daughter of Ezekiel Graves, a retired schoolteacher, passed away Saturday night at a hospital on the Robinson Bend. She taught for many years at the State School for Boys in South Portland. Funeral services were held.
Two residents from Gardiner identified as Mis es and Grnee Graves survived a notable incident. Authorities provided limited details and urged caution as investigations continue.
The report notes the business meeting concluded and attendees participated in a four hour social hour. Details on participants or actions beyond the closing are not provided.
A brief record notes Dromore Grange held an evening meeting with attendees, including a speaker who discussed local topics and community concerns. The imperfect OCR text indicates informal proceedings and participation.
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