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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1914
Page
2
The piece argues summer drownings spike when swimming is absent from curricula and cites easy teachability of swimming, urging its inclusion for safety and fitness. It also notes medical checks in schools and contrasts music education costs with life saving skills.
The article notes Europe teetering toward general war after decades of tension. It reflects on past crises avoided through prior successes and suggests a path might exist to prevent or limit hostilities, with Serbia drawing sympathy as the smaller nation amid Austria.
An antied notice advertises a cook position at the Old Couples Home. Apply to the Matron Mrs M F Taylor forenoon or evening shifts.
A Bath chauffeur defends cautious driving amid complaints about reckless town speed. He cites slow city limits, unsafe milk deliveries, horse teams, and a fast horseback rider, arguing skilled chauffeurs prevent accidents and deserve recognition.
The Sagadahoc Republican County Committee hosts a meeting at New Meadows Inn on Thursday August 6 at 10 in the forenoon with candidates including Harold M. Sewall for Congress and Governor William T. Haines. The gathering aims to discuss the coming campaign and views from towns and supporters across the county. Archie Miller of Ferry Street bakery showcases new equipment and rapid production built over thirty years in Maine, while the Develop Maine Movement advocates farming advances and member signups through treasurer W. E. Lawry. Hon. Charles E. Littlefield and party dined at New Meadows Inn Sunday.
Sarsaparilla cures rheumatism by cleansing the blood and rebuilding the system. It has been successfully used for forty years to treat rheumatism stomach and kidney troubles general debility and all ills from impure blood orhood's has no equal. Get it from your nearest druggist today.
Bath Iron Works won 5 to 4 at Lisbon Falls when play ended after the eighth inning amid a sideline melee. Umpire forfeited the game to Bath. Scoring notes include Oliver and Waymont striking out and multiple players credited with two-base hits.
Boothbay Harbor overwhelmed Hyde Windlass of Bath 7 to 3 on Saturday. Moriarty struck out 15 and McNeil 13 while Connor fueled the offense with notable batting. Final score shows Boothbay 7 to 3 with strong bullpen effort.
Cedar Grove won 12 to 4 over Defiance at Cedar Grove Stadium after Defiance errors opened the door for the hosts. Goud pitched strongly for Cedar Grove, with Reed handling batteries for Defiance. About 3800 spectators attended. Also recorded were marriage intentions for Joseph W. Cyr and Minnie V. Perry of Millinocket and Marcus McKenney and Pearl Jones of Gardiner at the City Clerk's office.
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