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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1927

Page

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Woman's Evidence Binds Boyd Over in Assault Case

In municipal court Judge John J. Keegan bound Whitop Boyd over to the January term of the supreme court after Mrs. Louise Holbrook testified she was attacked near High street Tuesday night. Boyd admitted recognizing the woman but denied the assault, and he was held on a $1000 bond.

Whitop Boyd John J. Keegan Louise Munsey Holbrook High Street Supreme Court Keegan Boyd South Street Middle Street Ross Jolbrook Rice West Street Richardson Street Western Avenue George W Pinkham Roxbury Mass Holbrook Augusta

Christmas Cheer Seized at Bath Post Office

A Bath post office investigation found a leaking package from New York containing a gallon can of alcohol. Assistant Postmaster William J. Perry detected a foul odor leading to seizure as contraband. The case goes to Chief Inspector Grant B. Miller in Washington, D C.

Bath New York William J. Perry Post Office Grant B. Miller Washington, D. C

Carved bronze tablets honor Carlton Bridge founders

Two bronze tablets placed at the Carlton Bridge approach commemorate the late Frank W. Carlton and the 82nd Legislature approval. Granite dies and plinths, built by The Foundation Company of New York and McClintic Marshall, support the inscriptions. The Bath Maine project includes officials Gratz Jackson, W A Furber, and Rufus A Hall, with inscriptions naming Ralph O Brewster and many state lawmakers.

Kennebec Bridge Association Frank W. Carlton O. E. Vage Carlton Woolwich Maine Sagadahoc County Foundation Company of New York McClintic-Marshall Company Pittsburgh Gratz Jackson W. A. Furber Rufus A. Hall Carlton Bridges

Secretary issues rules for 1925 Alabama primary papers

Alabama Secretary of State Edgar C. Smith releases guidance on primary nominations. Papers may be signed only by party members in the district, with at least one percent of 1926 gubernatorial votes as signatures, and an itemized expenses report due within seven days of nomination notice. Continuous emphasis on signatures in person, identity, and residency.

Edgar C. Smith State Smith Secretary of State

Governor Brewster Addresses Maine Club on Merchant Marine

Maine Governor Ralph O. Brewster spoke to the Maine Club of New York at Hotel Astor on Thursday night about the American Merchant Marine. The talk summarized his address.

Ralph O. Brewster Maine Maine Club of New York Hotel Astor

Shipping Aid Called to Preserve American Trade

A historical newspaper column argues five billion annual exports support US prosperity and warns a European buyer's market threatens American commerce. It favors direct subsidies or low interest loans for shipbuilding and naval personnel pay, urging unity to restore the flag on the high seas and defend national trade.

United States Europe Herbert Hoover Department of Commerce Frye Jones Coolidge Congress

Colorado Columbines Highlight Garden Club Meeting

The December meeting at Central parish house featured Mrs. Kimball presiding and a talk by George W. Woodbury on Beautification of Home Grounds with perennials and shrubs. He illustrated with slides on foundation planting massing and after pictures, and answered questions to the pleasure of attendees. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 11.

Garden Club Central Parish House Edward EL Kimball Skimball Edd Willson Denver Cal Sadie Reed Woolwich Willson Independent Woodbury

Bath Youthstuns Lunchroom With Astronomic Feats

A young Bath resident wowed patrons on Mront Street by his remarkable eating performance. He consumed four hamburgers seven pieces of custard pie two mince pieces squash a cup of coffee and a hot dog to end his meal. Net se bad.

Bath Mront Street Nehiuser

Chester Wilson Arm Injury Improves Significantly

The condition of Chester Wilson, son of Mr and Mrs William Wilson of North street, who recently suffered a broken arm, is much improved.

Chester Wilson William Wilson North Street

Tractor snow plow showcased at city supper

At a city barn supper hosted by Herbert J. Grinnell and city officials, a tractor snow plow was praised for 20 hours of service clearing miles of streets with a total cost of 48.25 dollars. Guests toured the barn, admired festive decor by Bernard McCausland and Arthur Kingsbury, and enjoyed a menu of hot frankfurts and other staples.

Herbert J. Grinnell Board of High Fees and Sewers Fire Department North Street Himeseif Oscar FL Williams Bernard McCausland North Lincoln Streets New Meadows River Bridge Foote Iron Horse Mr. McCaustland Arthur Kingsbury Walter L. Whitney Arthur Avery Frank Fortier Henry Cottrem Cahill

Will of Gray Leaves Most Estate to Institutions

The will of Willitts TP Gray, head of the Maine and New Hampshire Theatres Co., filed for probate in Lewiston, leaves an estate of about 900000 to 1000000 after minor bequests. Beneficiaries include two Lewiston Auburn churches, Hebrew synagogues, Salvation Army, Catholic churches, hospitals, orphanages, the American Legion post, and the Orpheon Choral Society. Residue goes to St. Marys General Hospital. summer estate to George W. Lane Jr.. nurse Miss Mary E K Morin receives 200 a week from a 20000 trust and a room for life.

Willitts TP. Gray Pres Dent The Maine and New Trampshire Theatres Co Los Angeles Lewiston John L. Gray St. Joplin Mary I. Buster Ast St. Mary's General Hospital East Winthrop George W. Lane, Jr

Bath's New Motor Driven Snow Plow Impresses Public

Bath's new motor driven snow plow operated early and efficiently clearing streets before cars were parked. Despite three inches of light snow with a crust, the machine moved well through the business district and impressed residents. The street department plans to keep approaches into the city clear to the dividing line with nearby towns.

BATH Hethes En Treater Osm Saetterday Meray Ats Torr Stow

Rotary Club hears Brewster on Merchant Marine Navy

Governor Ralph O. Brewster addresses Bath Rotary Club on the role of the Merchant Marine and Navy, praising efforts to restore American flag dominance in world trade. He notes Bath shipyards and Bath Iron Works as key to a revived maritime industry and credits congressional shifts and naval programs with prompting renewed shipbuilding. The event includes community charity plans and a Christmas tree initiative.

Congressmn Walthiee Fh White Maine Plomse Committee On Merchant Marine Hsheries Edward Co Plummeroof Bath United States Shipping Board Ammericaun United States Ralph O. Brewster Rottary Club Brewster U the Navy Wineries Merchant Marine Newcrstle Bath Es Pertune William S. Newell Bath Prou Works Corp Ane Witte Committee On Rites Wilkin P. Prye Graaverwerk Beewster Einb Arthur G. Staples Lewiston Journal Power S. Mooney Augusta Rotary Club Carl Pl Morrison Goovernor Brewster Archilald ML Main Vicw Bath Crow Works Corp Charles . Wetherbee David K. Wilson Josi Oo Neegan May Ralph de Stewart Boston Prances Dinning William R. Preeman J. OW. Carlton James Ledyard Arthur WK. Parvington Stewart Keith Opera House Albert Bollendersen America Kittery

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