Community Groups Hold Holiday Events and Meetings
Beulah Rebekah lodge hosted a reception at Odd Fellows hall in Bath for District Deputy President of District No. 10. Fort Richmond D A R held a December meeting at Lawrence Bond’s home with a Christmas party. Makers 4 H Club held an aft party at Maurice Sullivan’s with 16 dollars awarded and ice cream donated by Mrs. Sullivan and Mrs. Foster. Regular Enterprise grange meeting followed by a Christmas party featured a decorated tree and gifts. Paul Roberts played Jingle Bells as Santa arrived and children received gifts. Installing officers planned for January with State Master E Carroll Bean in attendance. Past Masters Association and Lecturers Council met with supper before the meeting and elected officers and held the fifth-year presidency for Cleveland Marrier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.A.R
Wrence Bond
Lriary
Beulah Rebekah ‘Lodge
Odd Fellows Hall
Bath
Beulah Rebekah Lodge
Grangé
Gilman Hinckley
Enterprise Grange
Paul Roberts
E. Carroll Bean
Past Masters Association
Saga County
G. Cleveland Marriner
Joseph Randlette
Elfreda Perkins
Edward Ar
Community notices and hospital updates amid holiday season
Local items report simple social notes from Mt. Desert and Richmond including staff travels, hospital admissions, and visits. Mrs Cora Newell and Mrs Lulu Powers are mentioned with caregiving duties, while Miss Phyllis Choate has returned home from employment at Mt. Desert hospital.
Mrs Mabel Crillen Dies After Illness at 76 on Gardner Street
Mrs Mabel Crillen 76 died Monday at her Gardner street home after a five year illness. Born December 25 1970 in Winslow to Dean and Sarah Bridge she lived with her sister Ethel Rankins after moving from Augusta where she worked as a nurse. She was a past president of the community group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Crillen
Gardner Street
Dean
Sarah Preble Bridge
Winslow
Ethel Rankins
Augusta
Bath Municipal Court Roundup Aids Several Sentences
In Bath court Judge Gardiner R. Deering handled cases including Harlen L. Enman who pled guilty to driving with a suspended license and paid 15 dollars fine plus 4.70 dollars costs. Joseph W. Cloutier pled guilty to probation violation and received a three month Kennebec County jail term. Homer Weaver pled not guilty to breaking and entering and larceny. probable cause was found and he is bound over to Sagadahoc Superior Court in January with 2000 dollars surety or face jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardiner R. Deering
Bath
Harlen L. Enman
Brunswick
Enman
Roger Whittemore
Joseph W. Cloutier
Kennebec
Kennebec County
Attendance Report Lists Present Students at Mitchell School
The third grade at Mitchell School shows full attendance for the Fall term with students Harry Cool Anna Cyr Beverly Dauphin Marilyn Datton Joan Hamlin John Hybers Frank Marsion Dawn Newcomb Robert Stairs ee Lemay and Stephanie not recorded as absent during the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell School
Harry Cool
Anna Cyr
Beverly Dauphin
Marilyn Datton
Joan Hamlin
John Hybers
Frank Marsion
Dawn Newcomb
Robert Stairs
Ee Lemay
Stephanie
Light Reflector Eyes Adjust to Varying Room Light
The eye adapts to shadows created by lighting as it shifts focus to cope with bright and dark areas. Using floor and table lamps with glass or plastic reflectors under the shade can reduce sharp contrasts by spreading light more evenly.
State funds show large debt reduction and surplus
State funds have reduced overall debt by over 25 percent in recent years. Governments have invested more than 5 billion dollars in surplus funds, mainly in government bonds. Unemployment compensation reserves after the war exceed 6 billion dollars.
Local residents visit and travel noted in community roundup
Personal visits and weekend travel are listed for residents and visitors. Warren S. Todd of Stoneham Massachusetts stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F.. families including the Du Ponts, Cunningham and Heald households figure in social notes. Fox hunting and holidays are mentioned among Bath and Robinhood locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren S. Todd
Stoneham
Mass
Joseph F
Lawrence du Pont
Farmingdale
Melvin Cunningham
Francis M. Johnson
MacMahon Summer Colony
Bronx
William Bisseth
Robinhood
Portland
Louise Peterson
Chester Kelsea
Norman Harley
Seguinland
Bath
Alex Cunningham
Little Deer Isle
Grace Craney
Winnie Robshaw
Washington Heald Place
Stanley Lewis
Onset
Oscar Gilliam
West Point
Linwood Stevens
Edward Clarey
Belle Heald
Joseph F. Higins
Walter V. Cummings
Hugh Rockwell
Eva Wheeler
Alvah Reynords
Maurice Burns
Brunswick
Warren C. Todd
Carrol P. Powers
Charles Shain
Princeton
N. J
Maureen Davis
Yarmouth Academy
Roland Peterson
Roger Peterson
Arthur Soule
North Windham
Victor Hagan
Louise Moore
Cornish
William A. Todd
Roy Newman
Christmas Program Sunday Evening at Winter Street Chapel
A Sunday evening Christmas program in the chapel featured carols, recitations by the primary department under Mrs. Charles B. Doyle, and a series of readings and songs led by named participants. Santa Claus arrived with toys for small children, followed by ice cream and candy distribution by the ladies' auxiliary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winter Street
Charles B. Doyle
Vernon Brackett
Jane Edwards
Claudia Glynn
Donald Nadine
Billy Reed
Peter Sheffield
Nancy Doyle
Stephen Miller
Billy Leavitt
Alden Greene
Donald McAllister
Parker Oak
Jean Shumway
Eddie True
Robert Loeschner
Peter Farrell
Allen Loeschner
Ralph Warren
Andrea Pert
Judith Peterson
Cynthia Osgood
Greg Jenkins
Dick Atwood
Wilbur Higgins
Bertram T. Reed
Sarfta Claus
Fred J. Higgins
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Car collision near Washington and Summer streets
A car allegedly driven by Dr. Francis A. Winchenbach collided with the rear of a parked truck early Sunday on the east side of Washington Street near Summer Street. Police report the tie-rod on the Winchenbach car broke, causing loss of control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis A. Winchenbach
Washington Street
Summer Street
Winchenbach
Bushmen Seek Kangaroo Fat Cure in Central Australia
In Central Australia some bushmen believe they can perpetuate themselves by anointing with kangaroo fat. The practice is described as a traditional belief held by certain groups as part of their customs and healing rituals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central
Australia
Christmas Party at Good Neighbor Club in Five Islands
Twenty four members and friends gathered at Orville Rowe’s home for the annual Good Neighbor club Christmas party. Plans were made to sing carols at several homes, church decorations and a program followed by gifts, with members and guests attending Sunday services and a church program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Good Neighbor Club
Orville Rowe
Harland Pinkham
Rowe
Forest Hanna
Crandell Richardson Wedding at Winter Street Church
Mary Louise Richardson married William B Crandell in a double ring ceremony at Winter Street church with Rev Joseph O Purdue officiating. The bride’s sister Barbara L Richardson served as bridesmaid and Byron L Richardson as best man. The couple are from Bath and Cambridge Maryland respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Louise Richardson
William B. Crandell
Joseph O. Purdue
Winter Street
Barbara L. Richardson
Byron L. Richardson
Bath
William W. Crandell
Cambridge
Blasting Under Way on New Carlson Bridge Approach
Extensive blasting is in progress on the new approach to the Carlton bridge between Middle and High streets. A large rock ledge must yield about 60 000 yards to lower the road bed to grade. Experts praise the careful blasting with minimal noise vibration and no flying rock signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlton Bridge
Olde Tyme Faire committee thanks donors and workers
Duncan McInnes the general chairman on behalf of the Olde Tyme Faire committee of the Memorial hospital auxiliary extends thanks to attendees and donors who supported the two day event. The list names Bath Iron Works Olsen Motors Shepard's drug Harmon's Rogers Hardware and many others plus organizations and club members who contributed goods and money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duncan McIinnes
Mémorial Hospital Auxiliary
Bath Iron Works’ Corp
Olsen Motors
Ford
Shepard’s Shock
Harmon’s
Wilson’s Drug
Rogers Hardware
Carmen’s
Rose and Gabrielle
Cobb- Watson
A. G. Page
A. Hallet & Co
Belanger Hat
Mademoiselle
Senter’s, Inc
Max Katz
Acme Supply
Trott Grain
Morris Povich
Shaw’s
Central Maine Power
Sears Roebuck
Sam Pr
Sutphen’s Greenhouse
Kennebec Greenhouse
Gibbon's
Sewall’s
Bath Fuel Companies
Times Co
Mayo’s
Curtis Funeral Homes
Moses Greenblatt
New Meadows Cafe
Douglas Photo
Legard’s Taxi
Thompson's Insurance
Bath Auto Parts
Bath Opera House
Bath Trust
Bath National
First National
Bath Savings
First Federal Banks
Weinblatt Shoe Store
Rodney Ross
Jack Mulcahy
Letter Carriers
Twin Bees Club
Whatsoever Club
Fythian Sisters
Lionesses
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Good Will Club
Woolwich
West Bath
Cozy Corner
McInnes
Charles B. Doyle
Donald N. Small
John Parker
George Musk
Arthur W. King
W. S. Voorhees
Alice Johnson
Alexander MacDonald
George H. Musk
Karcher S. Jackson
G. Thomas Murphy
Harry M. Wilson
Candlelight Carols At Wesley Church
Christmas candlelight carol service at Wesley church featured Shelby decorating team and choirs. Santa Claus visited, gifts and candies distributed. Program included No Room At The Inn, While Shepherds Watched, Silent Night, and It Came Upon A Midnight Clear with Miss Dearing and Mr. Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Church
Madelyn Small
Eugene Upham
Stanley Hunter
Walter Day
Miss Dearing
Patton
Youth Fellowship
Santa Claus
Earl B. Lermond
Mr. Patton
Miss Knight
Sheperds
Burns Sisters
Christmas Dance At Bath Center Draws Local Youth
The Bath Community Center hosted a semi formal Christmas dance sponsored by the Youth Recreation Council on Monday night. Music was provided by Bob Warren's Orchestra and many students home for Christmas attended. Miss Joan Shaw led the committee with Norman Adams at the door and Otis Pushard managing the coat room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youth Recreation Council
Bath Community Center
Bob Warren
Joan Shaw
Norman Adams
Otis Pushard
Worthy Grand Matron Inspect Genesta Chapter in Florida Visit
Genesta Chapter O E 8 hosted Worthy Grand Matron Mrs Mil dred Collins of Auburn for annual inspection. Officers wore corsages and red five color decor. A baked ham dinner fed by Rose Rogers Anna McCabe Margaret Danforth Eva Atwood Celina Small. Grand officers present received honors. Report on General Grand Chapter in Miami Fla. November. Rainbow Girls assembly project fundraising dance announced for Ma sonic Temple. January 3 annual meeting and officer election planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genesta Chater
Mildred Collins
Auburn
Rose Rogers
Anna McCabe
Margaret Danforth
Eva Atwood
Celina Small
Florence Fullerton
Avadna Drake
Marilla Morse
Mildred Swanton
Evangeline Sparks
Ruth Fields
Genesta
Miami
Fla
Doris Pride
Masonic Temple
Genesta Chapter
National School Lunch Act to Feed Millions in Schools
The National School Lunch act will provide adequate and nutritious lunches to about 8 million children in some 48 thousand schools nationwide.
Bath Musician Returns After Circus Season
Lyndon Plummer, a noted New England drummer, concludes a six month King Bros. circus tour that began June 10 in Fort Plain New York and ended December 14 in Starke Florida. He says the show impressed with a fine band excellent acts and immaculate costumes and may rejoin in spring for the 1947 season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyndon Plummer
King Bros
Starke
Fla
Mr. Plummer
New England
Fort Plain
N. Y
New York
Maine
Middle Eastern
Florida
Plummer
Lee Hinckley
Christian
Edna Mae Shoppe Sells Vogue Dolls in One Day
Friday morning the Edna Mae Shoppe offered all Vogue dolls at cost. The west window displayed the dolls and by closing time every large doll and most smaller ones were sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Mae
Georgetown man dies in road accident after Friday mishap
A Georgetown man died after a late night accident on Cunningham's Georgetown Center road while en route home with his wife. He served on the board of selectmen and leaves a widow Nora two daughters Lynne Labbe Brunswick and Barbara Georgetown a son Charles U S Army in Germany a stepson Mark and a half brother Clifton Mathews plus several relatives. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cunningham
Georgetown Center
Hanna
Board of Selectmen
Charles
Lewis Hanna
Nora
U. S. Army
Germany
Gw Lyn, Labbe
Brunswick
Barbara
Georgetown
Mark
Clifton Mathews
George
Clough
Harry Swift
Bath
Mrs Effie E Robinson of Orr's Island dies after brief illness
Mrs Effie E Robinson a long time Orr's Island resident and confectionery shop owner died at Brunswick hospital after a short illness. She lived in Orr's Island since January 1893 daughter of Isaac and Susan Linscott she attended Harpswell public schools and ran a confectionery and ice cream parlor for about 30 years. She was a Methodist church member and a lay worker. Surviving are two sons Carlton and Sylvanus Robinson a daughter Edith North and others. Funeral services were held at the Orr's Island Methodist church with the pastor officiating and burial in Grady Island cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effie E. Robinson
Willis A. Robinson
Orr’s Island
Brunswick Hospital
Isaac
Susan (Wallace) Linscott
Robinson
Harpswell
Methodist Church
Orr
Land
Carlton
Sylvanus
Edith North
William Boyce
B. S. Brigham
Sottierville
Mass
Sevenal Prattie
Herrick
Gtrie Island
Death Notice of Mrs Barbara Rinella in Boston
Mrs Barbara Rinella died suddenly Sunday in Boston. She had lived in Bath the last six years with Ethel M Webster and Dorothy Lord. She worked at Harold Aggrs and John P Carey, served in the War. She attended St Marys in Bath. Funeral services were Tuesday at her home 122 Trenton Street East Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patricia Webster
Boston
Barbara Rinella
Rinella
Bath
Ethel M. Webster
Dorothy Lord
Valley,road
Seles
Harold Aggrs
John P. Carey
St. Mary's cii
Mrs Pendexter of Amesbury Dies at 93
Mrs Rebecca Pendexter aged 93 of Amesbury Mass died at home Sunday. She was the wife of Rev M C Pendexter former pastor of the Beacon Street Methodist church from 1891 to 1896. She leaves a daughter Ursula E Pendexter a retired teacher and a son Dr Thomas M Pendexter of Keene NH.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebecca W. Peogesses
Amesbury
Mass
M. C. Pendexter
Beacon Street
Methodist Church
Funeral for Forrest C. Hanna Held at Mayo Residence
The funeral of Forrest C. Hanna was held Tuesday afternoon at the Mayo Funeral Residence. Rev. J Clifton Little of Georgetown conducted the service. Pallbearers were Vernal Chaney Clayton Thibodeau Elmer Tibbetts and Vincent Henderson. Burial followed in Georgetown cemetery family lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forrest C. Hanna
Mayo
J. Clifton Little
Georgetown
Vernal Chaney
Clayton Thibodeau
Elmer Tibbetts
Vincent Henderson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jean Nichols
Martha Smith
Noreen White
Phyllis Choate
Mt. Desert Hospital
Raymond Kelley
Maine General Hospital
Emerson School
Harold West
Westbrook
Margaret Murphy
Paulette Fontaine
Lewiston
Lele Larochelle
Bowdeinham
Carolyn Harding
Orono
Drummond Rogers
Wellesley
Richmond
Cora Newell
Raymond Douglass
Lulu Powers
H. Elwood Moulton
Erhel Merrifield
Freda Sullivan
Melville Hanson
Waterville
Our
iJotson
Fritz Rockwell
George Gray
WBC
Baws
Ronald Thibodeau
Thibodeau
Janice Carr
Lloyd G. Pinkham
Sylvia Harley
Nald Pinkham
Elaine Stevens
Dickie Davis
David Dunton
Tommy Burgess
Evelyn Campbell
Virginia Moore
Little Town of Bethlehem
Linda Chaney
Woodrow Gray, Jr
Constance Gray
Rosalyn Pinkham
Dorothy MacGillivary
Kenneth Pinkham
Norman
Betty Jane Pierce
Jerry Gray
Larry Easton
Harmon’s Harbor
Howard’s Pond
Alfred MacMahan
Mary Louise
Jeanette Pinkham
Charlotte Gray
North Yarmouth Academy
Mary Hanna
Betty Rittall
Claire MacGillivary
Billy Jones
Malcolm Moore
Morse High
Arletta Harford
Domonic Magro
Malden
Ida Hinckley
Betty R. Preble
Stephens College For Women
Columbia
Clarence Preble
Marion Stevens
Exeter
N. H
Isabel
Carrie Stevens
Rose Wilkins
Livermore Falls
William Marr
Mr Marr
Zetta Higgins
Wakefield
Carl Rasmussen
Crandell—Richardson
Faire Committee
Marius H. Page
North Street
Kennebec Greenhouses
Mrs.eflie BE. Robinson
Barbara D. Rinella
Rebecca Pendexter
F. C. Hanna
Fred S. Curtis & Co
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