14 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
1
Reports describe a toxic Jamaica ginger substitute sold as Jamaica ginger in Maine and western states. Victims suffer paralysis from the hips, with some cases long lasting or permanent. Authorities urge action as hundreds of gallons are seized and hospitals fill with victims.
Rotarians in Brunswick lead a drive to accelerate the Portland Brunswick highway project. Petitions circulate urging Maine Highway Commission to speed up the work as residents and state tourists seek quicker travel, with many along the route and from elsewhere in Maine ready to sign.
Major William R. Kimball's re election as head of the Bath Military and Naval Children’s Home board is praised as well deserved. Trustees and staff, from matron Mrs. Louise Staples to other officials, are lauded for their dedication and readiness to support the institution.
The proposed road around Popham beach returns to public review on September 12 as county commissioners hold a hearing on a petition to extend the east beach road along the south shore to the main road. Phippsburg residents debate the issue for years aiming to settle it at the hearing.
John H Wright baggage master at Gardiner station marks fifty years of faithful service with Maine Central Railroad Company His father the late Warren Wright also served long at the railroad The notice highlights enduring dedication and family ties to the line
The saying reflects on long service and suggests the later years may be spent in quiet contentment. It emphasizes patience and reflection after half a century of work.
A Republican rally opened with pledges to support the president and tariff measures aiding agriculture and industry. Sheriff Albert Henderson led cheers as Governor Gardiner, Congressman White, and many state and local leaders attended a clambake near Bath.
The Bath city council approves a two week paid vacation for City Messenger Harold W. Child and endorses a change to voting polls in Ward 6. Mayor Small notes Rockland rock pricing and backtracks on past overcharges as the Cummings Feldspar Co. reopens the stone crusher. The meeting discusses education and teacher retention with a push to share budget details and salary considerations across Bath schools.
In Sagadahoc County Arthur K. Purington state committeeman lies recuperating after a major operation. Visitors allowed include U S Senator Frederick Hale Governor William Tudor Gardiner Representative Wallace H White Jr now candidate for U S Senator Representative Carroll P Beedy Donald B Partridge Daniel F Field Mrs Eva C Mason and Charles B Randall.
A compiled roster of teachers and principals linked to Bath High School and various colleges. Names include Arthur B. Scott Bowdoin College mathematics and science instructors, M Agnes Fahey St Josephs college bookkeeping, Patricia Smith Bliss Business college commercial subjects, Katherine Trott Farmington normal fourth grade, Martha Hooper Bath High principal third grade, and multiple educators across Bowdoin Maine Notre Dame and Bates with subjects in algebra biology physical education and more.
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