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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1925

Page

6

Morse High Honors Adopt New System For Pupil Awards

Morse High adopts a new honors plan where highest honors require perfect ranks in all subjects and the honor list needs rank 0 or better in every subject. The senior junior and freshman lists include named students under the new method with distinctions noted and a note that only those meeting the new criteria will be listed publicly.

Morse High School Adelaide Campbell Alice Whalen Honers Alice Arsenault Eleanor Ulake Ruth Bryant Virginia Clark Lawrence Crocker Beatrix Duprey Francis Duprey Helen Farber Iya Hagan Helen Hayes Driscilla Hodge Fernando Hutchins Florentine Knowlton Gertrude Maxwell Mary Jaine Redington Reed Elizabeth Robbins Carriyn Rogers Helen Rogers Helen Decker Eben Dolloff Ruth Emerson Grace Winchenbaugh Muriel Ayer Doris Campbell Lillian Cutler Marjory Dearborn Louise Duprey Philip Evans Josephine Hamblen Ethel Huse la Rue Kemper Minnie Lrewu Jessie Colby Thelma Deering Alonzo Freeman Amanda Mauxey Evelsn Detlock Clarabell Quick Elizabeth Rolfe John Sheldon Lawrence Spechi Catherine O'Donnell Hazel Wakefield Delia Cloutier Howard Sates Helen Conley Eleanor Danforth Henry DeLong Clarence Eaton Emma Harvey Hazel Hatch James Jackson Elsie Jord Margaret Lord Lena Oliver Dorothy Smith Edward Staples Dorothy Thompson Lelia Thornton Marjorie Troop Eda Mereen Elizabeth Metsrath John Newell Esther Petrock Sisax Vlant Charlotte Poitle Courtney Stover Roland Trott Mary Twomey Sevina West Frances Young Margaret Wheelock

County Official Scribner Dies at Home in Topsham

David W. Scribner 51 prominent Sagadahoc figure and Brunswick Topsham Water District president died suddenly of an apoplectic stroke at his home in Topsham after a week rest for a foot injury. He had served on county boards and local committees, and left a wife, one son James Hale Scribner, and three daughters Elinor Derix and Mary.

David W. Scribner Topshams Brunswick and Topsham Scribner of Brunsweek, Sie Tter Weepsham Brunsick Charles H. Mason Milliken Hiss Neri Per Mason Scribner Sagadaboc County Republican State Committee Portland Ele Brunswick Topsham Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Sagadaher Agricultural and Horticultural Society Assertion Merrymeting Bay Flo Scribper

Rotary Social Delights Local Community at Masonic Temple

A large Rotary club social at the Masonic temple Friday night drew a strong turnout for dancing and card games. John Grindy's orchestra provided music while prizes went to Mrs Merrill and Mr Merrill for high scores, with Consolation prizes for Mrs Pinen and Postmaster Heares W. Owen.

Rotary Club Masonic Temple John Grind Jason A. Merrill Merrill

Shaw Receives Rare 1865 Bank Bill With Grandfather’s Signature

Fred V. Shaw found an 1865 Lincoln National Bank note bearing his grandfather John Shaw’s cashier signature and James T. Patten’s, dated July 1, 1865. The First National Bank alerted cashier William S. Sherey, who arranged an exchange for a modern note. The bill will be cherished as a valued possession. Mrs. Crosby and daughter Mary Lense plan a short hospital visit with Crosby’s parents on North Street.

Fred VP Shaw John Shaw Lincoln National Bank James T. Patten First National Bank William S. Sherey Mr. Shaw Deta EU Crosby Mary Lense City Hospital Rgpd Charles A. Flarriman North

Bathman Passes Away After Fire Rescue

Coleman Flaherty Sr. longtime Bath Iron Works rigger and boilermaker died Monday evening from burns and shock suffered when trapped in his blazing 7 South Street home. Rescued by Joseph Gillo and Eugene Footer, he was taken to his cousin’s home and later to a hospital. Born in Ireland, he lived in Bath since childhood and worked in rigging, boilermaking, and vessel construction. His only accident came from a derailment injury years earlier. he never married. Funeral set for Thursday at St Mary’s Church with a high requiem mass at eight.

Coleman Flaherty Bath Iron Works South Street Joseph WP. Gillo Eugene Footer Margaret Flaherty Washington Street Mr. Flaherty Ireland John Margaret (Foley) Flaherty Montreal Bath Houghton Feet Goss Marineren Works Hyde Windlass Co Flaherty Huisted The Iron Works Meteor Charles, Bd. Hyde Flaherty Sheffield Brunswick Thompson's Brook St. Mary's Church

Neighbors Save 84-Year-Old From Fire After Door Entry

Joseph V Gillo and Eugene Footer rescued Coleman Flaherty 84 after his South street home caught fire early Monday. Gillo entered through a back door amid dense smoke and carried Flaherty to safety before the flames gutted the one and a half story dwelling. Flaherty later died from burns and shock. Gillo, a World War II veteran, may receive a Carnegie Hero medal for the act.

Joseph V. Gillo South Street Eugene Fovter Coleman Flaherty Flaherty Oman Gille Mr. Footer John Footer Eugene Footer Washington South Streets Margaret A. Flaherty Washington Street Gillo France

Building renovated after city orders to restore lean 175 Center Street

The three story dwelling at 175 Center Street owned by Ada McCobb was condemned and slated for demolition but has been restored to level with heavy oak sills. Contractors initially refused job due to list and out of plumb condition. restoration completed with a mortgage loan.

Bath Center Street Tate Ada McCobb

Legionnaires plan new post building and outreach

At a Roland H. Smith post meeting the American Legion formed a preliminary committee to study a foundation for a new West building and prepare plans for submission. The two membership teams led by Eugene Worrey and R. E. Perkins canvass ex service men to complete the roll by January 1. Post Commander Gay urged fellows to recruit every eligible veteran, noting the Legion’s role in securing the Bonus Act and forwarding dues to National headquarters to aid disabled veterans in hospitals.

Roland H. Smith Post American Legion West Eugene Worrey R. E. Perkins Gay American Legion National Legislative Committee Legion

Regrets Over Disbanding of Phi Rho Society

Ed ward S Everett of Wortland recalls his Bath High School Phi Rho debating society. He laments its disbanding and urges reinstatement, praising its early role in shaping confidence, quick thinking, and public speaking among students.

Bath The Independent Edward Everett Wortland Cook, Everett & Tennell Bath High School Whi Rho

Doris Fuller Holds Narrow Lead In Queen Contest

A light vote Tuesday kept Doris Fuller in front by a small margin as the Queen contest nears its end. The standings show a tight race with multiple contestants including Carmen Atkinson, Marion Mats, Thelma White, and Erin Foley, among others, vying for spots.

Doris Fuller Bane Nike Evelisn Rowe Asie Carmen Atkinson eFeac Ean Aone Erin Feorye Econ Sas Midlelvir Elbiyas Seer Marion Mats Martina Residues Saetye Cera Ors Jilairgaret Daley Murcaret Elaherte Os Oie Thelma White

Worker Severely Cuts Left Wrist at Bath Box Co

William L. Mitchell of 556 Middle Street suffered a deep irregular cut to the left wrist at the Bath Box Co on a Tuesday evening while at the cutting up bench. The injury occurred about ten minutes before closing time as the fitting saw teeth ripped into the wrist. He was rushed to the hospital where Dr. A. Peaslee treated him. Surgeons expect no amputation and Mitchell was reported to be recovering well.

William L. Mitchell Middle Street Bath Box Co Sleo A. Peaslee Mitchell

King Alexander Cites Dr Butler For War Service

Dr Ethan Flagg Butler of Sayre Virginia received royal recognition from King Alexander of Jugo Slavia for heading a Red Cross relief unit in the Balkans during World War I. He later served in the Army Medical Corps and taught military surgery at Rockefeller Institute and Cornell Medical College. Butler has held posts at Walter Reed and the Polyclinic and now serves as associate surgeon at Robert Walker Hospital Sayre. He is beloved by patients and has a nine year old daughter Agnes.

Ethan Flagg Butler Sayre Alexander of Jugo-Slavia St. Sava Jas Red Cross Balkans Butler Serbia Charles Henry Butler Montseag Farmn William Allen Butler Ethan Flagg Lankers N. Y Dr. Grenfell Labrador Mayo Brothers Rochester Minn Sir Thomas Lipton Erin United States Army Medical Corps Rockefeller Institute Cornell Medical School New York Walter Reid Hospital Washington Polyclinic Military Hospital Robert Walker Hospital Mayo Institution Agnes Butler Children’s Kennebunkport

Pupils Win Honors At Central Grammar

Central Grammar reports strong honors across sub freshmen and grade eight. Thirteen students earned highest honors in English for six weeks. many others listed on honor roll. Names span multiple grades with notable participation and future potential for high school enrollment. Sewall of Washington street travels to Boston after school.

Central Grammar Jesults Sth Donnell John Hodge Juanita Vieree Keith Totter Dorothy Ring Donald Tanguay Elizabeth Vanscoten Katherine West Alice Bowker Eileen Cloutier Marion Corliss Genesta Hall Elmore Scott Hazel

Narrow Gauge Railroad Stock Transferred to Committee

The entire stock of the Narrow Gauge line of the Wiscasset Waterville and Farmington has been turned over to a people's committee after a $50,000 check was sent to Mrs Car son Peck of Brooklyn New York. The committee holds details and will report later.

Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington People's Committee

Duntons From Boothbay Harbor Headed to Tampa for Winter

Mr and Mrs L A Dunton of Boothbay Harbor traveled through the city on Monday en route to Tampa Flat where they will spend the winter.

L. A. Dunton Boothbay Harbor Tampa Flat

Return to National Capital: Washington Reborn Each Visit

The article recalls a winter in Washington marked by familiar pleasures and new growth. It notes new boulevards in Rock Creek park, transformed Irving street hillsides, and gleaming Embassy and National Memorial projects. It also cites church expansions, air clarity concerns, and coal demonstrations guiding residents to switch to less-polluting fuel.

O. W. Folsom the Independent Dante Florence Washington Rock Creek Park Pierce's Mill Kilbourne Irving Street Moses ZOQ Superior Harvard Terraces Mt. Pieusuamt 16Th Street Episcopal Church Mount St. Albans Canterbury England Calvary Baptist Church Harding First Congregational Church Coolidge National Council of Congregational Churches National Universalist General Convention Universalist “Church of Our Father 16Th and Streets North America Meridian Hill Park Mountion Capitol Dome Evening Star Coal Dealer's Association Realtors Association

Morse High football letters awarded in ceremony

Fourteen Morse High School players received letter awards for the football season led by captain Bonney and captain-elect Vellieux. Notable recipient Scott Feero, initially inexperienced, earned the M after a year on the team. Violet O'Hara is noted as having passed Wednesday in Portland.

Morse High School Morse Scott Feero Feero Capt. Bonney Vellieux Mgr. Reed Elwood Toothaker Alfred Gannon Charles Miller David Mullin Gordon Harrington Kilery Doyle Lauriston Trott Francis Duprey Earl Decker LaRue Kemper

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Morse High Rotary Social Rotary Gertrude Milliken Mridge-Merrill Shaw the Bath Independent Sagadahoc County Home News OF Bath and Vicinity Bathman Legion Boys PHI Rho Society King Alexander DR. Butler Charles H. Butler Comeau Ella Sturtevant Whaler Anna Mayo Natalie James Wilson Freeman Hantington Uareth Watson Ruth Hooers Edna Springer Steern Howard Stuart Arletta Sullivan Agnes Artis Charlotte Mrs. Williams. Sewall Boston Touraine Violet O'Hara Crosley Radio Johnson Bros Co
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