09 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1926
Page
1
A nostalgic appeal prompts readers to recall youth at Christmas by watching children in toy shops. It urges shopping early to ensure better stock, quicker service, and fewer exchanges, plus planing lists. It also notes wether seed sowing by airplane in Hawaii Forest Reserve and mentions Maine bond debates and rising state costs.
Maine Forest Commissioner Neal L. Violette envisions a summer program using seaplanes to patrol Maine’s lakes and streams for fires, avoiding the need for landing fields. Samuel R. Rosoff, once called king of Park Row Newsboy, wins a major New York subway contract pushing total to 26 million. Germany timeliness in Dawes plan payments cited as improving relations. Old man Winter brings early boisterous storms promising a long hard December. Massachusetts records twenty one automobile fatalities last week despite late-season conditions.
The group met at the MC A on Thursday to select banner carriers song leader and cheer leader for the Bangor Conference. Names include David Maullep Lawrence Specht John Shelton Wilbur Hagan and others with adult leaders Harold J. Carter and William Perkins. Additional youths from Richmond and Pejepscot may join before tonight’s Y closing for possible free entertainment.
Queen Loulou plans another book soon after the previous release. The project will be illustrated by her daughter Elizabeth who formerly served as HPO of Greece. The text notes her ongoing activities in Paris and other capitals while King George and Queen Regobeth are referenced in relation to royal circles.
Polish women from Upper Silesia visit Notre Dame de Lerette near Arras every Sunday to pray for the souls of Polish and other soldiers killed in the Artois battles. The site has become a mecca for emigrants seeking solace in the war’s toll.
Near East Relief funds advance via Charles Dene treasurer of the Bad Sayings snerierion with Mr. Low forwarding contributions to State headquarters in Fortlind for ease of delivery. William S Oven of Milo, a member of the governor's executive connesd, and Sundar Telegram events noted. The forewr ye 4 cwnci date for state treasurer remains unopposed. Mr. and Mrs. Harry JT. Pasemore of Court street return from a trip in Massachusetts.
The American Legion will gather and forward full details to identify all sons of soldiers sailors and marines killed in World War I or who died from service related injuries. The act Public No 348 increases cadet slots at West Point and Annapolis by 40 and requires data from veterans and families for eligibility and education or military career opportunities.
Portland teams will play in Bath this season with three clubs booked for road games. The Portland Bay’s club Atamni Fifth Infantry and Denferti, plus the crack Portland Beaver Team, are slated to meet Bath opponents this winter. Additional matchups include the American Legion and AOs, with the Fifth Infantry visiting Bath on January 25 and clashes against the Bran firth SNA and Chrysler squads. Manager McFarland nears a full schedule, including a New Hampshire University game and appearances by Weston and Fernacet from New York in January or February.
A historical notice reports that having small feet is a barrier to joining the Marines. It describes foot size requirements and related issues affecting applicants, noting the need for proper footwear and the impact on consistent uniforms.
Rodney Bailey funeral details provided in a fragmented local notice. Names including Mrs. Fostanes Parley Wows Fens Falein Er Feareiss appear amid garbled lines with uncertain dates and locations. The readable segments reference relatives and attendees but lack a clear ceremony date or venue.
An afternoon incident describes Mrs Sarah De Young Werd receiving injuries after an attack or accident. The report notes wind impact and ensuing chaos as bystanders and local observers react to the scene.
At a Wednesday night session the city authorized and approved a finance committee action from April 16 to allow the treasurer and finance chairmen to spend necessary expenses for collecting unpaid taxes. A new 12 room school building note was discussed for Ward 2 and 2, and a referendum was urged during the annual municipal election week in March.
The Bath Pin Artists defeated Westbrook by a narrow margin as the evening featured strong shooting led by Murray. Team members Charmeard and Beereing provided solid scoring while Lew Franc and others contributed key plays.
A church aid event named a Christian sale draws local residents to Peopie’s Church Aid. Volunteers led by President Be Bene organize stalls, with music by a singer and community outreach by Miss Winn Lenn ard and Purman Suite Ber Bhiwey. The article notes scattered records of participants and a variety of offerings amid a lively, if unclear, scene.
A Washington DC event announces a farm boys and girls club summer camp in the nation’s capital from June 16 to 22 1927. Delegates from state and national farm bureaus will participate in demonstrations on farming methods and home economics under the U S Department of Agriculture program.
The Morse Class of 1927 plans a staged comedy with multiple acts and a large cast. Performances are described as a student showcase featuring student talent and a timetable spanning several stages with scenes including characters and plotted misadventures.
A historical note records a Cosmopolitan Club monthly meeting with mentions of attendees and speakers. The fragment lists names such as Koen Dherennier and Mies Kiet Dawe, along with venue cues and a possible schedule reference at an event space near Bowery.
Crossword puzzle grid with numbered clues across and down includes terms like a spring flower and a large South American animal. The puzzle lists categories such as verbs nouns and abbreviations and references states countries and common objects.
Morse High School girls basketball team opens Friday with strong hope for a winning season. Coach Lev Ward leads a talented group including forward Winifred Aderton and Mix Hussey as a top pairing. Camden’s Hath squad expected tough as Morse fans anticipate a lively home crowd and strong start.
Miss Arline McNeil daughter of Ambrone D. McNeil of Granite Street and Ralph Gay son of Mr and Mrs Edmond T. Gay of Port Tod became engaged in a Wednesday evening party hosted at Miss McNeil's Granite Street home. Miss McNeil a long time switchboard operator at Hyde Windlass, is a member of the Comuscpelyam club. Mr Gay works with Hyde Windlass and serves as a commander in Bead 6 Savith post of the American Legion.
Postmaster general announces final mailing dates to guarantee delivery by Christmas. Regions like California to Oregon require Dec 15, Dakotas to Rocky Mountain states Dec 14, New York and nearby Dec 17, New England Dec 18. Emphasizes secure packing, insurance or registration, fragile items clearly marked, and in office mailing for special delivery. One delivery day on Christmas. offices close at noon.
The Cosmopolitan club has issued 900 copies of its second cook book and 900 ready for sale. The relaunch features recipes from the old volume updated and revised with many new entries. Compiled by club members, the volume is edited for typographical quality and bound in red, to be sold at the club house and in town locations.
The Morse High School athletic council at Bath Wednesday evening elected Albert McMann as basketball manager by unanimous vote. Elmer Eaton was chosen track manager for the year and the basketball schedule was endorsed by the council. Sanford Lewis of Wiscasset visited Friday.
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