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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1917
Page
1
Reports describe German society disintegrating under blockade and war strain with shortages of food, collapsing railways, and conscription draining manpower while Allies push advances on multiple fronts. public mood shifts toward peace as leaders promise endurance and the Pope signals potential peacemaking.
Shipbuilders and contractors nationwide press for a labor conscription measure to back wartime shipbuilding. They urge Congress to act and the President to appoint a labor committee, warning of a looming labor shortage and unequal wage issues if workers are drawn into war zones.
Robert Sutherland recalled a wager with a farmer who expected three tons per acre. The hay was weighed on city scales showing 22 pounds over two tons, with a final measurement near 2.25 tons per acre. Both men settled amicably.
John North Willys and Harold Reynolds visit Manchester by the sea to witness the Isabel, a yacht built for Willys and turned over to the Navy. The vessel surpassed its contract speed by 2.4 knots and is described as among the fastest Navy craft on trial. Willys and Reynolds return on the noon express.
Daniel Bishop finished tearing down the no salt sheds on Houghton Bros. wharf. The 80 year old landmarks showcased old time carpentry with Maine hard pine and spruce framing. Salt kept the timbers in very good condition. some timbers measured 8x10 inches, one building 26 by 80 and the other 36 by 65.
Reed Main of Woolwich brought a large pad of hay to the market on Saturday causing disruption at the ferry lock. The tall load tore a brace between sidehouses as it was hauled, reached the 101 house braces, and the top had to be moved to the deck before being pitched on again. The old hay weighed about 22 hundred pounds and with the tipped rack the city’s scales read 5130.
M. Marotto of Center street fruit store encountered a large tarantula on a banana bunch. The spider, described as a black species of unusual size, was aggressive when disturbed and is being exhibited in a bottle at the shop. Marotto, wary from past poison spider incidents, reports the scare.
St Marys lawn party opened Tuesday and repeated Wednesday drawing praise for committees of church societies. Highlights included a Sacred Heart Society booth with popcorn, a yellow teddy bear booth, candy tables, a fish pond, and a colorful Ladies Sodality setup. The Bath band provided music and a minstrel show featuring John Marks, Michael Quinn, and George Hart received strong applause.
The piece traces land transfers tied to Captain Harnden’s homestead south of a known tannery brook, detailing a 1770s deed and the likely placement of his house and garrison. It argues the old cellar misled generations about the site and confirms the garrison’s location near Day house.
Big yarn sale at the National League for Women's Service headquarters in the YMCA drew a large portion of stock ordered from American Woolen Mills Boston. The event pleased committee members Mrs Harold W Sewall Mrs William D Sewall Miss Margaret Foote and Miss Jennie R Morse. A donation from K K Chambers Philadelphia supported a fund to supply yarn to those unable to purchase. Fred Owen of Boston is visiting for his annual vacation.
Four young men from Sagadahoc County have filed appeals with the District Board after being called into U S military service by the Exemption Board. Names listed include Silas W. Foss Bowdoinham Walter M. Cox Topsham Fred P. Rich Bath and Fred A. Starkey Bath.
John J. Kelley a Ward 4 councilman and Lilian H. Linekin of this city wed in Brunswick on Saturday August 11. The bride and groom will reside at 792 Mid-Me street. Kelley works as a brass moulder and serves on the city council.
Harry E. King a boiler maker and Mary J. Poor both of this city were married in Portland on August 7 by George Murphy Justice of the Peace. They will reside in this city.
Catarrh is described as a blood or constitutional disease best treated internally. Hall's Catarrh Cure, taken orally, is claimed to act on the blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsed as a regular prescription by top physicians, with testimonials available. Chicago, TOLEDO, Ohio address for F. J. Cheney & Co. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Nearly every cottage at Oakledge on the New Meadows River is now occupied for the first time this season. The latest arrival is Harold Moore and family. Moore is a member of the firm Moore and Hadley in Cambridge Massachusetts.
Do your children show symptoms of worms and restless sleep with fever and irritability. For sixty years L F Atwoods Medicine has proved a remedy for worms in childhood. Safe small dose large bottle 35 cents at your dealer. Sample free from Mevicine Co Portland Maine.
Mackie and Walker long time vaudeville duo visit Bath Opera House with 30 years on stage and a legion of fans. They plan a revival of Life Boat Crew with Fox Ward MeIntire and Heath to mark Ox Ward anniversary. Harry Morse of New York visits town amid steamer contract news for Groton Iron Works.
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