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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1935
Page
2
Political writers note pressure on former Governor Percival P. Baxter to run in the June Republican primary for governor. Though reluctant, supporters say Baxter’s candidacy could unite factions and lead to a strong statewide victory.
The article urges cities to cooperate in Governor's Highway Safety Campaign by applying sand promptly and generously on icy roads to prevent accidents and damage. It also notes holiday shopping, postal load, Bath boy Jimmie Temple’s care at Warm Springs, and local efforts for Winter Carnival and tuberculosis health seals.
Secretary of State announces December temporary registration office in Sagadahoc at Bath City Hall on December 12 13 and 14 to issue operator licenses and number plates. Inspectors and clerks will staff the site. Applicants must ink or type all blanks and show poll tax payment for 1935. 1936 plates may not be displayed until noon December 25.
Professor Readie reports a rising total of Dutch elm disease cases across New Jersey New York and Connecticut with Maine at risk. By Sept 7 1935 the tri state total reached 12854 trees 8181 in New Jersey 4568 in New York and 120 in Connecticut. In New York City about 1800 trees are most affected and all infected trees are burned promptly.
A Bath area report discusses pump and gravity drainage options for western and southern sections, proposing surveys and a cost estimate not to exceed 300 dollars. It notes limited data, possible PWA involvement, and a willingness to travel to Bath for further discussion. Also mentions Augusta visitors Mr. Ernest Ward and son Robert returning from Hardings.
The Winter Street church ladies' aid held its annual Christmas fair and supper last Wednesday in the church parlors. About 200 attended the ticketed supper, served at six, with a menu of chicken soup, chicken salad, potato chips, peas, hot rolls, Washington pie and coffee. Mrs. Walter Bowker led the overall effort with extensive committee support and Kennebec Greenhouses provided many flowers.
The Bureau of Home Economics of the U S Department of Agriculture advises dressing children in bright conspicuous colors in winter for visibility and safety. It notes a previous shift to dull tones and suggests mothers coordinate children to create a vivid color vogue, with ready-made or home sewing options and practical features like knitted wristlets and anklets.
Mrs Frances Sturmer joined the Arrowsic branch of the Sagadahoc County Woman's Republican club as members met with four attendees due to bad weather. The session opened with America and the Lord's Prayer followed by a secretary's report and clippings discussion. next meeting set for December 18 at Mrs Janes S McFarland's home. Woolwich and Georgetown women invited. Also noted: Mr and Mrs Bernard Hoyle and daughter Helen of Springfield Massachusetts visited Hoyle relatives in Bedford Street.
The Maine Press Association announced the National Editorial Association will meet in Maine June 21 to 28 with about 500 members. Poland Spring will host base with trips to Sebago and Rangeley, Dry Mills hatchery, and a four day bus tour of the state. Governor Brann will be honorary chairman. host committee includes Bernard Esters and James B. O Kane.
The Women's Republican Club gathering in Topsham drew members from Richmond Bowdoinham and Bowdoin despite extreme heat. Speakers included James L. Reid of Augusta and Katharine L. Potter of Rome with Nellie C. Burleigh of Vassalboro. A Portland headquarters was announced for Republicans on Congress Street.
Bath recorded its first zero night of the season with temperatures dropping to zero in the coldest spots. Elsewhere readings ranged four to six below or above, then rose through the evening with a low around four and a morning rebound to 12. The first zero night last year occurred on December 9 at zero.
The Rotary club Winter carnival queen contest will start after Christmas due to merchant duties during the holiday rush. The organizing committee postponed the opening originally set for next Tuesday to ease merchants who aided last year.
The Cosmopolitan Club's junior department showcased a fashion show led by A Cummings and Miss Marjorie Troop with Elizabeth Deering appointed to organize a junior department. A white elephant sale, Thanksgiving dinners, sunshine baskets, and Christmas philanthropy were outlined. The meeting included committee appointments for a Silver Tea, resolutions on Mrs. Lane's death, and program preparations by the music and singing departments.
City committee schedules a hearing on new streets for December 14 at 2 PM. A bid proposal by J A Clappison to supply gasoline and oils is referred to the finance committee for investigation. Roll of accounts No 9 for 8398.41 approved. Treasurer's statement shows appropriations 382424.01 credits 422204.92 expenditures 331639.15 balance 9065.77 cash on hand 2199.53 on deposit 7360.21 absentees listed.
The lighthouse superintendent in South Portland Maine announces a daytime operation trial for Portland Lightship Cape Elizabeth Spring Point Ledge and Portland Breakwater Light Station during fog snow or hazy weather. Mariners are asked to report usefulness and weather conditions including time date and visibility in yards.
London Daily Mail notes radio advertising is obsolete as stations drop ads and depend on gramophone records for most programming. It claims few advertising stations remain, with Germany largely ad free and France suspending state services.
Nequasset Farm Bureau held its annual and planning meeting with about 28 members present. Officers elected for 1936 include Mrs. John C. Gilmore as vice chairwoman, Mrs. Percy C. Bailey secretary and treasurer, and Mrs. Frank R. Bailey as leader. The day featured reports, a luncheon, and a scheduled yearlong program from January to December covering household cleaners to cooking meats and other projects.
Women of Sagadahoc County establish Bowdoinham Town Republican club with P C Nealey as chairman C B Randall as vice chair William Given named secretary and treasurer Fourteen directors elected and urging local women to join through officers or directors at once.
News from Mukden reports the Salvation Army airship press release through Chiu Shih Hsin Wen to aid the Army’s work around Mukden. The periodical name loosely translates to Save the World News and carries family likeness to War Cry.
The Maine State Grange resolves to support stricter traffic laws and severe penalties to curb drunken driving and denounces legalized liquor. It pledges cooperation with Governor officials to restore Prohibition laws in Maine and backs efforts to reduce fatal automobile accidents.
Morse High School releases a 13 game slate for 1935-36 under athletics director Horace P. Herrick. Opponents include Rockland, Cheverus of Portland, Lewiston, Cony of Augusta, Westbrook, Edward Little of Auburn, Biddeford, with dates spread from January to February and a pending site for the Edward Little game. Mrs Rupert H. Baxter hosted a luncheon at her Washington Street home.
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