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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1914
Page
2
A Maine editorial comments on government ship purchases and subsidies as misguided, warns of harming private shipbuilding, and argues for a fair field for American carriers. It criticizes Roosevelt era tariff views, praises reformers, and notes resignation of Democratic county leader over liquor policy.
In municipal court the State versus Edward Labrie centered on a failed larceny at Thomas Riley’s Court Street home after a party. Evidence included alibis, witness testimonies, and a $500 theft with $25 in a pocketbook. Labrie faced $1000 bail and potential extension to challenge alibis.
A survey shows 26.6 percent of Maine farms mortgaged versus higher rates in Washington 64.1 percent Oregon 33.7 percent and California 49.5 percent. Twenty years ago Maine and Washington were similar. Maine farmers are reclaiming soil and spending on fertilizers while Western farms drain resources. The Develop Maine Movement invites residents to join and spread Maine’s story.
The house was described as down and out and two men were remanded in charge to serve 30 days in jail each. One man was released as he acted only as a spectator.
Saturday evening a fight near the police station led to officers Wallace and Roy detaining two men. One man, seen threatening a knife draw, was locked up and fined for intoxication. Sheriff Oliver is agitated.
A promotional blurb claims pure rich blood prevents illness and links blood purity to relief from catarrh dyspepsia rheumatism and fatigue. It touts Hood s Sarsaparilla as purifying and enriching blood, removing humors and building up the system for all ages.
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