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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1946
Page
12
The Bath event notes a well known Portland violinist Miss Mae Low and A Sollawi performing with dance. Intermission treats will be served as local organizations plan a big season despite humidity and weather. The piece also mentions a three masted schooner BR. D aiding nearby, and civic figures active in city service and Masonry.
Local residents lash out as a Water Company project leaves pipes thin and prone to damage. Officials report repairs underway after a plunger rupture caused by aging infrastructure on a cold morning. Community groups demand better coverage and prompt fixes.
A January 25 1900 column recaps a college basketball game in which Bates College was defeated by 24 to 10 by a heavier team of Collegemen. It also mentions a social at John T Peace’s home with guests and a lecture at Peoples Church on Scenes of Wy Chuldhold. The piece notes weather dropping below zero and a doctors reappointment with the Second Maine Regiment.
1906 records recount Bath city events from Elks lodge initiation to a fire at a resident’s Bay Road home. Mentioned are the debut of Daniel McGillicuddy’s Tree Circle party, Levi Powers’ midnight trip to assist the Triton steamer scene near Biddeford, and Edward B Smith acquiring William H. Smith & Son stock. Ice conditions on the river and local club matches are noted, with telegraph work and hospital visits as side items.
On January 28 2006 Albert H Shaw purchased the Crosby family entire shipping interest. Mayor Crosby and family now have no ships or income from shipping for the first time in years. The sale touches Mr Crosby eligibility for Port Collectorship. Canton No 10 officers were installed by Post Capt Sidney Knight assisted by F B Foote. A shore dinner followed at the New Ivon House with a social hop at Mists Bat. Charles W Clifford led the Medgkir committee with several members present.
On Jan 29 1906 the T W Hyde Camp Sons of Veterans prepared a new lodge and dance hall at Linden street in Bath with Holmes Orchestra providing music Future plans include an ice automotive carnival using Moosehead Lake and reports of automatic travel across the glassy surface Prominent locals anticipate large crowds The tug Seguin hauled ships and aided the battleship Georgia In Bath a dramatic club event and grange sessions are scheduled A German benefit concert in Music hall Feb 16 gains early support and attendance grows through a subscription drive
Evening switch provided music and social time for attendees. The note mentions plans related to cutting timber in a wood lot at Phippsburg and references a potential location near York.
The article recounts the accidental origin of potato chips in 1863 at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs. Chef George Crum thinly sliced potatoes after a diner complained, and the crisps won quick favor, spreading from Moon to kitchens nationwide and driving production demands.
The trial centered on Albert Pottle’s threats and a Sunday morning confrontation as George Gage and his wife faced a long harassment lead up to a fatal clash. Witnesses described a tense scene with Pottle’s threats, the couple's responses, and blame placed on malice in Pottle’s heart rather than on George Gage.
Genesta members served coffee to guests with Mrs Rose Rogers and Mrs Doris Sant assisted by multiple ladies including Celina rt tan Margaret Danforth and Cora Blakeney. The arrangement featured a star shaped table setup with matching floral hues and ended with music by Ken Weeks orchestra.
Cuba covers 44164 square miles and surpasses all other West Indian islands when combined in size.
Chester Jr. and John Saunders, both veterans of long service, are listed among attendees. John J. Mulcahy, with Company C 320th of the 95th, also appears in the report. The article notes two years of area service for several individuals. The next meeting is scheduled for February 6.
Central Church ladies started a new event with a social hour planned for the next meeting. Hosts served refreshments.
Mrs Rupert Irvine Mrs ald Emero and Mrs Ralph Warren presided with 22 members present. The Bath group learned of the Inner Wheel association receiving notice elsewhere. Communications were read and plans discussed for the next meeting on Feb 7 with Mrs Ralph Warren on Washington street.
The Lambert Park Women's club met at Mrs. Edgar Bray's Tower circle home with 16 members and three visitors. After business, members enjoyed social time and games with buffet refreshments on a lace table setting. Committee members were Mrs. Faith McKay and Mrs. Edgar Bray.
Ramona Council and Daughters of eee met Thursday with a baked bean supper led by committee including Mrs Bend Miller Annie Wilson Beatrice Burns Frances Warner. Officers were installed with Deputy Sophie McPherson presiding. Penny match to Mrs Pearl Barter mystery prize to Mrs Eunice Perry. A social is planned January 31 at Frances Warner's home Pocahontas with a Valent ine exchange on February 14 for the next meeting.
Fragmented notes describe a February meeting with members urged to support a monthly sewing project and a plan titled Vision near Visions. Mentions include White Cross and a plan to hold a monthly gathering at a place called Pighertina Pty. The Feb 21 meeting date is listed with incomplete member actions.
This week's Club 42 meeting discussed an entertainment plan featuring a paper race. Mes. Hazel led the session and outlined next steps for the event.
The next meeting is February 7 with a full showing of the last World Series baseball games. An invitation is extended to Scouts and high school boys to attend.
Great hit by the Dance Revue closes at 11.00 p.m. Bob Allen and Mary Cunningham's Dancing School and Actors' Guild present programs on the first three Mondays in February. A new contest will start next Monday. The Community Center Actors' Guild held a well attended meeting Sunday evening with over 25 interested persons.
In Sagadahoc County Bath Court of Probate orders publication for heirs and interested parties. Names: Percy A. Pratt and Chester B. Wilson presented as administrators with John L. Jack as Register. Publication to occur weekly for eight weeks in the Bath area.
Fragments indicate an operating committee coordinating a March 1 ball for Bath Menter health event. The text mentions scores attended the dance and interactions with Comanatin and Junior Langue with arrangements in place to proceed as needed.
Fragmentary entry notes a period at Gisterahee lasting a week spent at sister’s residence with Reginald Atwood mentioned as a figure in the note. The tone is terse and personal, lacking broader context or dates.
Estate notices for Lydia Bellatine Ada L Marston and Saing Waite of Bath petition for proof of will and letters testamentary or administration. executor William Shorey and Bertha C. Ow with Ralph O. Orson and John L. Jackson as registrar.
The fragment notes a heading Proba 1 with names John L J and a street reference likely indicating a public notice or trial entry. Readable details are sparse and not enough to determine a full event or outcome.
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