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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1926
Page
4
A jumble of local advertising text from Worth and Boston lists specials on clothing items including coats, breeches, stockings and ties at various prices. Also notes a large art studio offering training opportunities in Montgomery Street Boston.
Modern Woodmen officers for the upcoming year were elected at Bath Committee meeting. Consul Clifton W. Tedford, Past Consul Joseph Brown, Advisors Roscoe Higgins, Clerk William H. White, Bankers John Conant, Escort Rolvin T. Towle, Watchman M. Hf. Ta reson, Sentes Ebner, Board of Managers three years Bowie, Board of Minizers years unspecified.
The funeral of Mrs Zephalinda Cromwell, wife of Calvin Crowell, occurred Thursday afternoon at her home on High Street. Rev Samuel Evans officiated. pallbearers included Chiles Talbot, Charles Preble, Zina Uwanp and Joseph Day. Burial was in Oak Grove.
A Tuesday evening gathering at De Nobstort’s residence on St Seth Street featured a social program with planned dishes for Christmas, followed by refreshments.
Archie Roux Gt a machinist for Tvde Windlass Co. died Thursday afternoon after a brief relapse following a workday return home from Washington Street. Survived by wife, daughter Miss Jeannie Reus, and four brothers. details include his service, age, and local residence.
Michael Cavanaugh died in Detroit after several weeks illness. He had moved there five years ago from Bath and was a well known boiler maker fan. Survived by daughter Main Conley and son John Cavengh, both of Detroit. Body to Bath for burial with Breen assisting in arrangements.
Bowdoinham residents receive letters from relatives in San Diego and Watertown. local figures like Jodge Ames and Emily Rideout appear amid school closings and holiday preparations. Townspeople attend meetings, sell roosters, load hay, and plan dinners as Christmas goods appear.
A Duner Young People's Christian View group organized in Bath at the Universalist church for boys and girls of intermediate age in the church school. Miss Gertrudys Maxwell presides the Senior Union and guides the Athens Janeir Union. The union began with ten charter members and holds Sunday devotional meetings at four in the church.
The Universalists annual sale at the parish drew strong turnout with prizes, raffles, and a clam chowder supper by the Men's League. Tables for fancy goods, food, candy, books, and aprons filled the hall as Mrs. Rideout and Mrs. Mervill led the event. Moving pictures by G A Harrison capped the evening, depicting Canadian scenery and winter sports to a pleased crowd.
The Ladies sewing circle of First Vaguist church met at Mrs. Herbert J. Woerrey’s home to sew Christmas bags. Officers elected include Mrs. Woerrey president and Mrs. Currie Reed vice president. Meetings resume after the holidays. year reports were submitted.
The Central Maine Power Co engineer KF W Eaton spoke to the Central Church men's group about water power control. He outlined PM's 26 hydro and two steam stations, the Fort Halifax Fort Winslow system, and factors affecting flow such as temperature and anchor ice. He stressed power loss risks and described Bath caissons work. Ralph W Bragg introduced him. supper preceded a brief meeting. Next gathering January 1, skipping December 25.
The article discusses how Christmas spirit shows in business through goodwill among competitors and the rise of trade associations with ethics codes. It emphasizes seeing others as children of God and the duty to give, reflecting in the Christian Business for December event.
As the new year and legislature convene there is talk of changing the current city government after 79 years. Some favor council manager models like Portland, though popular support is uncertain. Abolishing the board of common council has been urged, but many see value in the lower house as a training ground. A bill may go before the legislature to refer the issue to voters for approval.
Clara Etta Campbell 64 wife of Everett W. Campbell of Georgetown died Saturday morning after a 12 day hospital stay for a three week illness. Born in Georgetown she was a daughter of Levi Powers and lived in Robinhood district. She leaves husband, son Charles Campbell of Georgetown, daughters Etta Hinckley of Quincy Mass and Flora Campbell at home, and brothers Levi and Burnside Powers of Robinhood. Mr and Mrs H W Metarty were Portland visitors on Tuesday.
Direct from manufacturer Concord Worst ed Mills offers 4 oz skeins at 2 shillings per pound. Spun from long combed wool in many shades and heather mixtures suitable for hand knitting machine and rug yarns. Postage paid samples available.
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