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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1921
Page
1
A clipped passage notes a postal matter entered as second class at Scot on June 19, 1909 under the March act, indicating archival wording related to mailing status and classification.
The piece urges Maine residents to buy Maine wool and goods, notes Maine’s reliance on other states for corn and grains, and calls for renewed effort to develop state resources. It then warns against poor sportsmanship, cites Sir Thomas Lipton as an example, and stresses accountability in road law enforcement. It ends with a plea to enforce speed limits and caution on the road to Augusta after a near wreck caused by careless driving.
Tourists criticize Maine for poor highway conditions on Tops ham side of the bridge to Brunswick and the road from Gardiner to Augusta. The writer urges state and town action on this trunk line. They argue a decent road to the capital is essential and warn of repeating mistakes next year.
Proposal places the state highway from Lincoln to Oak Street then to Commercial Street, avoiding Middle Street. It would offer a straight run and eliminate the sharp curve where residents along Middle Street oppose the route.
Sagadahoc Young People's Union held its first outing at Thomas point on the New Meadows Saturday. Members from Bath churches joined Brunswick delegates for mixed baseball, footraces, bag races, and a box supper, with Myrtle Shepherd winning multiple events and Violet Lumsden leading cheers. The Bath Epworth Leagues and Christian Endeavor groups participated, returning to Sagadahoe Square by nine after two hayracks transportation and evening games.
Mrs Hannah Maria Ward aged 83 widow of William F. Ward died at her Dunning street home in Brunswick Sunday noon after a brief illness. Born at Simpson's Point in 1838 she was the daughter of Capt. Robert and Mary Chase and the last of 14 children. A Berean Baptist and Sunshine Society member, she was an active church worker and is survived by her daughter Miss Mary Ward.
A listing of attendees for a proposed neighborhood picnic at Capitol Island includes Mrs. George A.abil, Mrs. Julia Johnson, Miss Alice RW RRi area Aaidee nace isaenaltrner daughter Elizabeth, Mrs. Robert Gordon and daughters Margaret and Roberta, Mrs. Arthur G. Oliver and son Wilbur, Mrs. Emma Scott, Mrs. George W. Merrill, Miss Cynthia Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. Thompson and daughter Marjorie, Mrs. Annie Hodgdon, Mrs. Harry G. Deering, Mrs. Wilbur Oliver, Mrs. Ella Sprague and Mrs. Frank H. Turner, with note that the event did not occur.
Bath driving club officials led by President Arthur J. Dunton plan a forthcoming meeting to assess stock and arrange races for fast horses. Peter Manning aims for the world record, with Uhlan's 1:58 mark as the ultimate target, while skeptics doubt a 2:00 mile can be beaten this season.
Morris Marshland of Pennsylvania was fined 10 dollars with 4.25 dollars costs in municipal court for speeding on the state road. He was clocked at 48 miles per hour by motorcycle patrolman Harry J. Thompson who chased him to Reed's garage. Marshland says he was only driving 20 mph.
Mr and Mrs Edward KE Wood of Northampton Mass vacation at King Tavern Bath praising Bath as the heart of vacation land. They recount nearby boat routes and scenic spots from Saco Bay to Newcastle and Damariscotta, noting many day trips and a Casco Bay circuit. Mrs Wood endowed a $10 citizenship prize at the local high school in memory of her father Henry Eames and her son who died in World War I.
Miss Prixella Kimball was the guest of honor at multiple social events before her marriage on Saturday. A luncheon hosted by Mrs. Frederick W. Baker followed by a dinner and dance at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert H. Shaw on High Street highlighted the week of celebrations. Theresday featured three additional social affairs in her honor.
Miss Kimball was guest of honor at a York hall dinner dance hosted by Miss Dorothy Sewall on Thursday night. Dinner at nine, dancing beyond midnight, with Miss Avery's trio delivering encore after encore and a vivid display of gowns from Mrs. William J. Sewall to Miss Jane Murphy, including pink tulle and emerald green satin ensembles among many noted attendees.
Dr and Mrs Frederick B Percy of Brookline Massachusetts entertained Miss Priscilla Kimball and her wedding party at their attractive Summer home at Small Point on Thursday noon. Weather cleared for a beach walk and a luncheon. Guests included their son Robert Percy Mrs Percy and Mr and Mrs Nuson of Westboro Massachusetts.
Miss Jane Murphy hosted a Thursday tea for Miss Kimball from four to six at her High street residence. Mrs. Frederick H. Kimball served with assistance from Mrs. Graham Blandy Mrs. Raymond H. Trote and Mrs. John W. Williams. Guests included out of town visitors Mrs. Frederick Bradeen Essex Conn Mrs. Langdon Simonds Brookline Mass Mrs. Palmer Cobb Philadelphia Hobart Hargraves Donald Percy Phillips Kimball New York John M. Kimball Portland and Dwight Robinson Du Pont Wash.
William Blair a Bath youth twenty years old who has sailed since schooling has passed his third mate examinations before U S inspectors in New York City He has travelled widely during his last voyage from Chile along Peru through the Panama Canal to the East Coast of North America Blair wrote an engaging letter to his sister Mrs Earl Wing He serves on the Grace line steamer Santa Louisa running between New York and South American ports.
In Belfast a man naming himself Frank Cavanaugh and claiming Bath address was jailed after a conviction for illegal transportation of liquor. He received 60 days plus a $10 fine and costs, or six months extra for nonpayment, after being arrested at New Belfast fair grounds following a sale of jakey. A witness testified he bought a bottle. he pleaded not guilty claiming it was for personal use. The Bath directory does not list Cananaugh.
The Board of Education decided to defer opening of the public schools for the fall term until September 12, 1942. The delay follows traditional concerns about returning after Labor Day and aligns with easing preparations for families after cottage season.
Joseph Granville of Mosler Safe Co Boston opened the failed safe at W M Hagan grocery 304 Front Street within twelve minutes of arrival. The burglars had tampered with the lock the night before but left contents intact. Police continue to investigate, no arrests made.
Morse High players await a coach as no teacher has been secured to replace Walebridge. A special committee neared hiring Higgin s of Bates, Maine, an all star quarterback and captain, but delays by the Board of Education hindered quick action.
Mrs J F B English and Worth English of New Haven Connecticut checked in at King Tavern on Monday. They arrived Saturday and went to Christmas Cove but the hotel was full so they returned to Bath.
Charles Wallace faced Recorder Turner in municipal court and was found guilty of illegal possession after Deputy Sheriff Robert H. Jack seized a bottle of home brew on North street. Wallace was sentenced to 60 days in jail and a $100 fine or six months more in jail if unpaid. Sheriff Oliver’s warrant led to a Hyde street search revealing brewing evidence though no brew was found. Wallace admitted habit of making home brew for friends and described plans to share it with cronies by the riverfront.
Recent transfers listed by Registrar Stevens show multiple deeds across Arrowsic Bath Georgetown Richmond West Bath and Woolwich. Notable changes include John Palmer estates to Wheeler and Day, Ethel Leonard to Renaud, Oliver to Taylor, Wright to Colby, Berdeen to Smith, and various other individuals and couples across Bath and surrounding towns.
Charles S. Brown, superintendent of public buildings in Augusta, and his son Charles Jr., visited Bath on Tuesday. They hosted Mr. and Mrs. Carroll A. Watson, who had been their weekend guests.
At a Friday night Sabino Improvement Association session at the Noyes cottage by laws were adopted and a dues payment recorded. The group will run a field day at the resort next Saturday with a general committee led by Eugene McGrath Samuel Belanger Arthur Oliver Louise Smiley and F B Noyes. A sports committee and refreshments committee were named with women in charge of the picnic supper under H W Aitken. Chief Fred F Butler received a badge to wear during the ball game and sought to uncover who has a toy top at the resort as he anticipates the game.
Five masted schooner Jennie Flood Kreger, involved in an April collision with the tanker Eugene V. R. Thayer off the New Jersey coast and libeled by the tanker owners, will be sold at a United States Marshal sale Friday at Boothbay Harbor where she has undergone extensive repairs. Many Bath men are expected to attend. Barge No 2 of the Sagadahoc Towing Co. discharged pulp wood at the Maine Central wharf and was towed eastward Saturday by tug Pejepseot.
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