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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1924

Page

9

Rivers and Harbors Recommendations Made

The army chief of engineers proposes 1926 river harbor and canal work with a total 71 million dollar spending plan starting July 1 1925. Major projects include the Mississippi River New York harbor Ohio River Wilson Dam Muscle Shoals and Delaware Canal with specific authorizations and allocations.

Goloso Chief of Engineers of Army Congress Wilson Dam Muscle Shoals Ala Mississippi River Mississippi River Commission New York Harbor Ohio River Philadelphia and Delaware River Delaware and Chesapeake Canal

Mrs Crocker Reports Spiritual Talks With Tammany Leader

Mrs. Crocker widow of Richard Crocker has arrived in New York from across the water and says she has been in intermittent spiritualistic contact with the Tammany chieftain.

Mrs. Crocker Richard Crocker New York

Rotary Talk Highlights Principles and Attendance Gains

Dr S L Andrews, president of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary, spoke to Bath Rotary about Rotary principles learned at Toronto and the value of education. He described organizing ten study groups boosting Bath club attendance from 49 to 92 percent, aiming for 100, and praised Rotary as a major altruistic movement.

S. L. Andrews Lewiston-Auburn Toronto Rotary Club Bis Club Ile Henry F. Butler Augusta Waldie Utilities Commission Paul Sargent State Heliway Commission People’s Ferry Butler Kennebec Bridge Association Hockomock Great Northern Paper Co Brunswick Damarisecotta Warren Passmore Harry DB. Sawyer Florida Lake Wales W. H. Whittam J. B. Chalmers Lewiston-Auburn Club

Captain Dingley Rescued After Tug Brugene Hughes Destruction

Cap Albert Dingley, 36, commander of the New York tug Brugene Hughes, escaped serious injury by diving from the pilot house window as the vessel was pulled apart under a tanker beneath Fall River Massachusetts bridges. Chief engineer Oliver I Crosby drowned after being surrounded by steam and smoke. Five crewmen survived after a dangerous night amid high wind and rising tide. Dingley’s Bath Maine roots and family details are given.

Albert Dingley New York Brugene Hughes Fall River Mass Moyiano Fingland Oil Refinery Co Srighthien Street Slade's Ferry Dingley Oliver I. Crosby Brooklyn Eugene Tlughes Capt Charles W. Dingley Middle Street Bath Lit Middlestret Walter Dingley Edward Haggett

Georgetown Socials Provide Friendly Thanksgiving Week Gatherings

Mr and Mrs Howard Heald hosted the Working League with a Tuesday afternoon sewing session followed by a social evening. Doris Phillips of New York joined as a new member. Several local residents attended Thanksgiving visits and dinners, with multiple trips to Bath and West Georgetown, and many relatives noted in the holiday celebrations.

Howard Heald Working League Doris Phillips New York Billings Frank Heald W.T. Boyd Bath Ife Laura Boyd Boston Walter Newdick Harold Brown Frank Taylor Madeline Taylor Vassalboro Mark Marr Marrtowan Arthur Rowe Samuel Mereen Eda Mevreen Marrtown Harold Ward Topsham West Georgetown George Sprague Gertrude Tennessey John R. Blackie Arthur Buzzo William Todd Wi Cadel Z. Pinkham Sara Pinkham Grace Brown Robinhood School West Bath Martha Hinckley Th. Hi. Woodside Abbie Reynolds Henry Alvah Annie Jones Robinhood Owen Marr W. A. Todd Pophsin Vina Kingsbury Everett Trafton Terman A. Spinney Bay Point Byron M. Campbell Seguinland

Dance race ends as Breslau bans repeat six day event

Police in Breslau Germany issued an order prohibiting a repetition of the recent six day dancing contest held in the city. Twelve couples competed with referees watching in relays on a 200 yard course. The shimmy led with 13 5 shimmies while the java ranked next with 862. Boston waltzes drew criticism for sleepy musicians. Mr and Mrs Ralph Whitehouse died Tuesday in Portland.

Breslau Germany Java

Last Opportunity to Have Bank Book Verified

The State Banking Department completes verification of Savings Deposits for Bath Savings Institution Bath Trust Company Brunswick Savings Institution Topsham Brunswick 25e Savings Bank and Boothbay Savings Bank Boothbay Harbor. Depositors who have not submitted books should do so by Thursday December 11 1924.

The State Banking Department Bath Savings Institution Bath Trust Company Brunswick Savings Institution Topsham & Brunswick 25E Savings Bank Boothbay Savings Bank Boothbay Harbor Topsham & Brunswick Savings Bank Adv

Arrowsic School League to Hold Christmas Sale

The Arrowsic School League will hire a Christmas file of aprons and fancy articles Friday at the North school house. Several local residents are mentioned visiting or hosting friends during Thanksgiving week. The North school has been awarded the National Health Banner and Miss Maude Hayward teaches the winter term.

North School DP. McPadden Portland John Crosby Dorchester Mass George Kennerson Dresden Elton Phinney Muriel Shea Ellsworth Martha Crosby Davis Binghampton N. Y Harry Day Long Cove Stott Lra Lawrence Edward Southard Evelyn Southard Martha Hall Esther Bath George Southard Massachusetts Matthew Wynn Clarence Wynn Damariscotta James TD Lawrence Lewiston Mice KE. Walker Murphy's Corner National Health Maude Hayward

Captain Quick Compared Doldrums Crossing To Surgery

Capt Richard Quick of The Vexas Oil Co recalls his appendicitis operation in Fort Arthur Texas by likening it to crossing the doldrums at the equator. He describes calm seas, windless days, and the slow passage before reaching the southeast trades, then compares hospital routines to shipboard duties.

Richard Quick Vexas Oil Co Louisiana Sewall Edward Sewall Bath Equator Fort Arthur Texas Capt Quick New York Case Oil Shanghai China Ele Windward LT Owas

Last Maine hangings recount Daniel Wilkinson case

The article covers Daniel Wilkinson, hanged at Thomaston on November 20, 1885, for killing Bath policeman William Lawrence during a burglary in 1883. It notes prior executions, including Louis Wager in 1875, and explains the 1875 capital punishment act shifting execution timing to courts. It lists the $1,000 reward claimants and the division among seven claimants.

Wilkinson PD. C. Gould Commercial Street Bath Lawrence Brom Front Streets Bangor Tle Mont Thomaston London Massachusetts Maine Portland Benjamin Gribben Thomas J. O'Neil D. W. Johnson

Five Islands Grange meeting and community notes

A crowded Five Islands Grange gathering featured flag salute, readings, tableaux, and remarks on gratitude. Local residents visited Bath and Dexter. Thanksgiving activities included Miss Cromwell returning from Bath and several families hosting guests. A heavy snowstorm disrupted travel and telephone service between Five Islands and Bath.

Grange J. Gi. Stevens Elbridge Mains Ida Rowe Flom Reed J. B. Blaisdell Elbridge Matin Chiles Amerzeen Alfred Rowe Evelyn Rowe Clayton Rowe John Grindell Bath J. B. Chaisdell Chiara Davis Edward Delino Duxbury George Delano IM. Reed Iva Cromwell Monta S. J. Cromwell J. G. Stevens Isabel Stevens Addie Stevens Elson Field Jay Point Edgar Warren Almon Mary Nora Mare Kathleen Gray M.S. Newdick Weston Mass TL Wo Scott Cleveland Davis Marion Dexter Davis Aother J. E. Rowe FL Delano Alfred Douglas Brookline Douglas Cottage Theodore Thibodeau Mr. Thibodeau W. E. Reid Portland F. M. Reid W.O.L. Berry BF. O. Robinson Tsands Sunshine Committee of Ladies’ Aid BE. A. Harford George Gray Donald Linwood Stevens Ralph Davis Chester MacMahan Raymond Marr

Brunswick Savings Bank and Booth fore Thursday

Brunswick 25 cent savings bank and booth advertisement lists events for Thursday December 11 1924 with promotional details and timing. This brief reads as a local commerce notice highlighting a banking offer and a related booth event.

Maine Central Awards Cash Prizes for Boys and Girls Clubs

Maine Central Railroad will award 200 in cash prizes at the State Contest of Maine Boys and Girls Agricultural Clubs in Orono. The railroad also offers reduced fare and half-price round trips for attendees. W. G. Blunten, industrial agent, will present awards and speak to club members, backing the program for Maine youth.

Maine Central Railroad Boys and Girls Agricultural Clubs of Maine Crono Orono Maine Central W. G. Blunten Hunton

December Probate Court session clears various estates

Judge James S. Lowell presided at the Sagadahoc County Probate Court December session. Wills admitted include Henry F. Smith and Ida E F Bingley matters. numerous administrations granted with bonds where required. Inventories, accounts, and final settlements approved for multiple estates including Ellen M. Coss and Jane L. Moulton. Attendance and preparations hint at record crowds for upcoming sessions.

James S. Lowell Sagadahoc Henry F. Smith Richmond Cora M. Smith State of Alberti Grassy Ath Fannie KK. Littlefield DL. J. Hoage Carrie A. Hoage Melville C. Hall Topsham Walter S. Hall Elizabeth M. Luce Bath Marion Luce Purington Laura A. Curtis Augusta Fisher Work Ruth PP. W. Tarbox Annie S. Sparks Florence C. Lake Annie Es. Sparks Mildred F. Lee Ellen M. Coss Angie M. EH Hunnewell Olivia I. Hunnewell Woolwich Charles KE. Hewitt Alfred TL. Lilly Joseph M.trott William D. Sewall Gilbert K. R. Patten Emma M. Patten Als William T. Hall Alice M. Carr Asahberry Marr Nancy K. Oliver Georgetown Caroline M. Newell Jane TD Moulton Tite Charles J. Dain Nina 3 Harrison Tucinda Sprague William T. S. Tabor Trenry F. Smith Bite Everett L. Allen Rose BB. Allen Mildred PP. Lee Jane 1

Maine State Grange to Convene in Portland December Dates

The List annual meeting of the Maine State Grange will be held at City Hall Portland on December 1, 10 and 11 with special freight service from Maine Central Railroad stations and from Bridgton and Sacco River lines on December 8 9 and 10 and return by December 13. The session program includes opening in fifth degree closing and opening in fourth degree appointments and reports by auditing committee secretary and standing committee.

Pomona Eoening James Kk. Lethroup Porth and Chaaber Irom Orange Mar Leathrop Maine State Grange Porthand Maine Central Railroad Bridgton and Sacco River

Stolen Bath Auto Found In Connecticut

The five passenger Reo touring car owned by Herbert E. Worrey of 1207 Washington Street Bath was found in Danielson Connecticut. The car had been stolen Sunday night November 23 while Mr and Mrs Worrey attended church. Two young men fled on sight of a police deputy after attempting to break a gas station lock. The car contained Worrey’s address and registration and was still operable.

Reo Herbert E. Worrey Washington Street Bath Porthind

Automobile Plates Ready for Shipment to New Storage

The 1924 automobile plates are moved from the State House to a new storage building beside the adjutant general's department. Completion of the building is weeks away, but parts on the first floor are already in use for storage. The dome's report volumes will be moved as a fire protection measure, and each department will receive a small metal–grated office supply room on the third floor.

State House Adjutant General's Department Avas Superintendent of Buildings Department State Departments

Hammond Seeks Rationale After Repealing Public Wear Ban

Hammond Louisiana enacted and then repealed a public dress ordinance banning women from wearing knickers. City officials now explain the repeal and its implications while defending the prior measure’s rationale.

Hammond

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Hartnett Kennebec River D. M. Humphreys & Co Room Sagadabock Block Bath, Me DR. Andrews Rotary Club Bath Club Ralph. Whitehouse Fred Grover of Wiscasset Daniel Wilkinson Thomaston John J. Desmond Lowell Connecticut
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