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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1911
Page
8
Local notices report springlike days, shopping starts, grange elections, and hobby events. Mentioned are partridge chases, navy torpedo boat work in Bath, and a large Kora Tem ple gathering in Lewiston. Also noted are smallpox vigilance in Bath, freight improvements, and Maine Central’s Samoset purchase.
Mr and Mrs Daniel W Haggett celebrated their golden wedding Thursday at their Dummer Street home. Born in Edgecomb, Haggett worked as a ship carpenter before long service at the New England yard and Navy yards. Mrs Haggett, born in Edgecomb, married in 1861 and has two children, seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
Several Sagadahoc county towns watch Southport's pneumatic drill, purchased recently, as it proves economical and mobile. With a gasoline engine supplying compressed air, the device replaces costly hand drilling and heavy steam rigs, promising rapid work in removing rocks along roadsides. Local residents note it could be adopted in future town meetings as inquiries grow.
City officials and the electric company resolved their dispute after signing a contract under protest. A tart letter warned against the monopoly, the company sought its return then clarified its stance. Representatives met yesterday and the company granted the committee’s wishes, ending the conflict.
At the annual Sagada hoc Council No. 249 Knights of Columbus meeting officers were chosen for the ensuing year. Grand Knight John F. Tracey deputy grand knight Bartholomew O'Donnell financial secretary Edward J. Murphy recorder L. Eugene Thebeau treasurer Henry M. Biggins warden Daniel Costello advocate John L. P. Burke inside guide E. J. Hartnett outside guide Michael Quinn physician R. C. Hannigen trustees M. C. Fitzgerald three years F. W. Hartnett two years Patrick M. Conley one year
Probate Court led by Judge Lowell completes a December session with administrations granted for multiple estates including Cummings, Booker, Soule, Billings, Palmer, Wallace, Manchester, Taylor, and others. Wills proved, executors named, accounts filed or allowed, inventories reviewed, and Malcolm Dowling legally adopted and renamed Malcolm Daniel Daggett.
Miss Edna M. Conger and George F. Trott married quietly in Seattle at Rev. A. W. Brown’s home on Wednesday afternoon. Witnesses were J. S. Gilmore and Miss Zella Cooper. A reception followed at Mrs. Elizabeth Trott’s home. couple plans a short wedding journey before settling in West Auburn.
A subscriber writes to the editor praising The Independent for its genial spirit. He commends its notices of people dear to him, contrasting illustrations with other papers, and its strong market reports, calling the paper highly desirable.
Bath merchants convene next Monday evening for a free smoke talk luncheon and vaudeville at the Colonial Cafe open to all city merchants. Short informal talks expected, no speeches. New officers to be elected, nominating committee will present a strong slate. Vaudeville acts promised, large attendance anticipated.
The Colonial Club gathering was postponed following the death of Samuel P. Hitchcock 32 a respected Cornell graduate and Bath native. He was found dead in his bed Thursday morning by his mother prompting a mood of gloom among members.
The Independent quotes a Bath business leader noting freight rates improving and Panama Canal opening as signs of better trade. He says if conditions rise further, Bath will see work begin soon, boosting overall commerce after years of slow growth. He cites losses of schooners and barges as a contributing factor to healthier industry dynamics.
City government meeting votes to issue three notes of 1000 dollars each payable in one two and three years for the Hodgkins property on Summer Street. Mayor Small to appoint a 10 member committee to work with the board of trade on a modern city government plan. Notice of vaccination for school children due to nearby smallpox. paid by city or family physicians.
Bath post office workers fret over handling holiday mail as repairs continue. The cramped space and ongoing renovations hinder operations and raise concerns about managing the expected surge in extra business in the coming weeks.
Phipsburg authorities report repeated dog attacks on sheep across the town. In two weeks Bert Cutting lost a ewe, John F. McIntire lost a sheep last week, McIntire again lost three more, and William R. Bowker had one killed yesterday.
Wednesday Bert Browne of Bowdeinham was bitten on the lip while playing with a dog owned by George Denham. The strike was playful and not thought to be caused by a vicious animal.
Pure blomied White Chester Pies four to eight weeks old for sale. Also she ate weighing from to 125 lbs at bargains. Geo M Mc Manus Brunswick Me Tel 62 15.
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