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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1936
Page
2
The abdication places Edward VIII from king to duke as he steps down to marry American-born, twice divorced Wallis Simpson. The British Empire accepts the change, hoping for stability, while Edward faces uncertain happiness as a private citizen.
Hon. Frank W. Carlton of Woolwich died Saturday night shocking friends across Maine. A noted contractor and political leader, he championed the Kennebec bridge project between Bath and Woolwich, aided highway improvements, and built up infrastructure for the state. He served Sagadahoc as senator for three terms, led on the executive council, and twice sought the Republican gubernatorial nomination. His death adds to Maine highway fatalities this year as Governor-elect Baron warns of a needed six million dollars in new revenue to cover rising government costs.
The author argues for cutting government costs and questions repeated elections. Abandoning the September election in favor of November votes could save money and align with other states. The piece notes September carries national issues in a Maine context, while November omits state campaigning.
Pete Oliver's Chevrolets widened their margin in the Eagles Bowling league Friday night, adding seven points to lead from 14 to 17 over the Stars. George Goodwin's Pontiacs won the first match with six points, Oliver setting a new season high with 336 across three strings, breaking Dick Frates' 326. Wally Jones posted 324 for the Pontiacs while John Stewart of the Stars scored 309.
The Totems led the Park Alley Bowling standings by one game after a 5 to 0 win over the 7 20 4s, while the Kools lost by the same margin to the Aikens. The Kools sit in a deadlock for second with the Panatellas as the Aikens and Briefs trail two games back.
The Beacon Street church Ladies aid held a successful afternoon and evening sale and supper last week. Mrs. William J. Craft led as president in general charge with multiple chairwomen overseeing knick-knack, handkerchief, apron and miscellaneous tables. The Kan Doo Klass sold holders while supper duties were led by Mrs. Raymond M. Clark with a team including Doris Armstrong Betty Miller Doris Crocker and Laura Craft. Kitchen duties were coordinated by Mrs. Irving C. Varney with several assistants and Mrs. John Clark served as treasurer.
Mrs. Caroline H Shaw of Clinton Massachusetts announces the engagement of her granddaughter Miss Caroline Lewis to Allen Shaw Johnson of Northbrook Massachusetts son of Mr and Mrs Frederick Johnson The couple’s families include Dr Edwin Ray Lewis of Franklin and Lucy Shaw Lewis and Mr Johnson who studied at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the University of Chicago and works for United Aircraft Chance Vought in Hartford They plan a late June wedding
A jigger equals one and a half ounces while a pony equals one ounce, traditional liquor measures used in bartending. These terms describe standard pour sizes once common in American bars and clued patrons into portion accuracy for cocktails.
Despite heavy rain the annual Christmas sale and supper sponsored by the League of Central church drew a full crowd. Parish house decorations featured greens and red white electric candles. refreshments served from 3:30 to 7 p.m. included chicken patties peas hot rolls cakes pies and coffee. Numerous named committee members oversaw dining room aprons candy grab bag and miscellaneous table setups.
Despite rain a large attendance at Myrtle lodge No. 8 IOOL meeting in Odd Fellows hall. A supper preceded the session and the next meeting is moved to Jan 8 with a New Year tree entertainment and supper. Committees listed for entertainment supper and tree. Maine government quarterly session report given by lodge officers. Auburn lodge No. 1 served dinner and a gift table raised funds under Mrs. Ethel Abbott’s direction.
Past Noble Grands club of Queen Esther Rebekah lodge hosted a Men s Night at Odd Fellows hall with a turkey supper. Mrs. Albert H. Thompson welcomed guests. pink and green decor graced tables. many couples attended. gift exchange planned for a Christmas party at Mrs Munsey s home.
At the regular meeting of Dyer-Fla herty post No. 2197 Veterans of Foreign Wars the new relief committee for the coming year was appointed. Chairman Floyd H. Preble and Comrades Joseph G. Kelly and Wendall Nelson lead the group. A joint social meeting with the Ladies Auxiliary and the United Spanish War Veterans is planned for December 24, featuring a chicken raffle. Loren B. Strickland of Portland was re elected president of the Maine Association of Former Good Will Boys and Girls at the annual meeting in Portland. Other officers were David Brown of Portland, vice president, Samuel Eccles of Auburn, secretary, and Clyde Decker of Augusta, treasurer.
The Maine Central will revert to former schedules effective January 5, restoring service between Portland and Bangor via Gardiner and Augusta. The Mate is discontinued Portland to Waterville. The Pine Tree Limited returns via Brunswick and Bath connections. the Flying Yankee keeps its fast Lewiston Waterville run.
The Girl Scout Leaders association met at Mrs. Wilmer Voorhees 42 Bedford Street with nine members. They will meet the second Wednesday each month instead of Tuesday and will cancel dues with assessments as needed. Plans for a Mother Daughter banquet during Girl Scout birth week in March were set. Secretary Miss A Catherine Shellenbarger spoke on Community Service. Next meeting January 13 at Mrs. Donald F Preble 167 Court Street with a covered dish supper at 6 30. Other attendees listed include Mrs Linwood F Carr Miss Eleanor P Danforth Mrs Glenn H Easton and several Misses.
Ladies' sewing circle at First Baptist church gathered in the church parlor Friday afternoon at two o'clock with large attendance. Officers for the coming year were elected: Mrs. Lotta Card president, Mrs. May Blanchard vice president, Miss Evelyn Sotheard secretary, Mrs. Harriet Wright assistant secretary. Work chairmen include Mrs. Augusta MacLellan, Mrs. Ora Dauphin, Mrs. Lucy Rogers, Mrs. May Blanchard, Mrs. Lucy Brown, Miss Lucy Rogers. flower fund led by Mrs. Elsie Crosby. press correspondence by Mrs. Ora Dauphin. Next meeting is January 6. The circle anticipates a busy year.
Genev a Mallett and Walter Johanson wed in New York City. Johanson, first mate of the yacht Noparo, plans Miami after a Caribbean winter. The couple will reside in Brooklyn and pursue sailing ventures. A discussion at Hallowell High School proposed amending the student constitution to award horror sweaters to seniors after each athletic season.
Despite the storm, Kay Lindas and guests attended the Winter Street Men's Club event with wives from the Ladies Auxiliary. Prof. Ernst C Helmreich of Bowdoin spoke on Liberalism Today, warning against extremism in communism and fascism while urging liberal economic equality and free press. Harry Walters presided. supper by Edward Daley committee. Next meeting set for January 7.
Bath Iron Works Corp will furnish uniforms for three City Basketball League teams from its roster. One team from office workers, one Reds, one Blues, with 10 players each. Merchants’ team to raise funds via subscription. Games begin January 5, with weekly Tuesday night fixtures.
Woolwich Grange members staged a minstrel show after a Wednesday business meeting with Arthur Williams as interlocutor and John Carter and William Robson as end men. Carter supplied piano numbers. Women will entertain in two weeks and a combined show is planned for the public. Officers were elected. a Dec 23 Christmas observance is planned. Master William Bradford and Mrs Bradford reported attending the State Grange annual sessions in Bangor.
The Beacon Brotherhood held its December meeting Tuesday of last week at Raymond M. Clark's home on Upper Washington Street. A large attendance adopted a tentative yearly program, with committee reports showing notable activity. one new member was welcomed. A social evening followed with refreshments provided by the host and Mrs. Clark. The next meeting on December 29 will be Young Men's Night in the vestry.
At a Pine Tree circle No. 826 meeting in Red Man's hall Mrs. George D. Parshley was presented with her certificate as circle deputy for Pine Tree by the Supreme circle. The group plans a Christmas tree event next Friday with supper at six and a social. Gift exchange limits 25 cents. Also noted, Marcus A. Wells reported a bottle found in the Mountain River near his Kennebunkport summer home in September 1934. the bottle revealed a note mailed to him from Worcester, Mass. with a message dated November 27, 1936, and signed Pred Sorenson S.Yucatan.
A compact crossword entry with clues including 12 Particle 17 The time of greatest vigor and vitality 19 A riding Scotch 20 To muse inine name 30 Wing like answer to previous puzzle. The hints suggest a themed puzzle page snippet possibly from a local paper's weekly section.
Stanley B. Cressey of Troop 52 is one of 14 boys awarded Eagle Scout medals by Governor Louis J. at the 18th annual meeting. A Bath native, he became the first local to pass all tests for the highest rank, joining scouts two years ago and serving as acting scoutmaster though he remains 14.
Aid and Sorority of Wesley M. E. church held a joint Christmas sale and supper Thursday afternoon and evening. A full course turkey supper was served at six. The supper committee included Mrs. William Davis and others with Mrs. Bird A. Shellenbarger as Sorority president. Details list numerous volunteers and roles across dining, articles, tree, and candy tables.
The marriage of Miss Eleanor Jean Weld and Edward P. Carter occurred at noon on Thanksgiving day at the bride’s home in Ashville. Miss Weld, daughter of Clyde A. Weld of Ashville, is a Fredonia Teachers College graduate and a music instructor in Ashville public schools. Mr. Carter, son of Edward E. Carter, Washington, D. C., and formerly Bath, graduated from the University of Maryland and works in the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington. Mrs. Ida Greenleaf of Westport is wintering in Bath with her daughter, Mrs. Mercie McFadden.
A local sale organized by Frave Christ drew volunteers including Mrs. William Paisley and Edward Robbins who ran the candy and grab bag. Mrs. Robert Co. Mitchell led the supper committee with Mrs. Harold S. Walker in charge of dining. Waitresses included Mrs. Chester A. Plant and others.
The State of Maine Society of New York held its annual dinner at the Waldorf Astoria with over 200 attendees the largest in years. Bath residents and former New York residents joined guests of honor Governor Elect Lewis O. Barrows University of Maine president Arthur Hauck and author Mary Ellen Chase, with dancing to follow and Arthur Sewall 2d on the organizing committee.
Westbrook high's basketball team comes to Bath Friday evening to battle Morse basketeers at the high school gym. It is the first for Morsemen after their 50-11 win over Boothbay Harbor last weekend. Coach Larry Gates brings four regulars back: Clark forward Wright center Cote and Boissoneau guards.
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