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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1928

Page

5

West Bath Red Cross session and community notices

West Bath Red Cross members held an all day sewing session at the grange. Local residents and families are noted visiting relatives and friends across Bath and nearby towns with several weekend gatherings and events among the Stackpole, Larrabee, Brown, Lemont, Haggett, and Chase families. A 30 foot cabin cruiser project for Walter Duncan of Boston is mentioned along with a large flock of black birds sighted on the E R Brown farm.

West Bath Red Cross The Grange Fred W. Larrabee E. W. Haggett W. H. White Georgie Knight Howard Jett the Nazarene Church of Bath E. R. Brown Ruth Stackpole Lt. Stackpole Campbell's Woad Fred White Kennebunkport White William A. Brown Victor C. Chase Boston Mary Chase Court Street Charles S. Lemont J. M. Lemont Bb. W. Haggett H. L. Skillin A. J. Stuart South Street Joseph Footer Hardings L. D. Rogers John McLellan J. B. Lemont Woman's Farm Bureau Grange ‘Hall Fred Cury Edwin Vinson Lemont Leonard Munsey High Street Isaac Trufant Walter Duncan

Bath Notes Roundup of Local Visits and Movements

Isaiah Hunt and family moved from lower High street to Wittsfield. Mrs Fred H Thompson visited the Portland auto show Monday. Miss Belle Foote and Miss Martha Foote of Washington street spent Wednesday in Portland. Mrs Winfield Wright of Woolwich visited Winnegance as guest of Mrs Dudley Rich. Bates student Malcolm Loring may spend weekend at home in North Bath. David Tabor and Fred Dwyer of Bath attended the Portland auto show Tuesday. Mrs Charles H Cahill hosted her card club luncheon on High street Tuesday noon. James Breen of Reno wrote Weeks street pupils a descriptive letter about Reno. Bath pupils replied with a descriptive letter of Bath.

Isaiah Hunt Lower High Street Wittsfield Fred H. Thompson Portland Belle Foote Martha Foote Washington Street Winfield Wright Woolwich Winnegance Dudley Rich Malcolm Loring Bates College North Bath David Tabor Fred Dwyer Bath Charles H. Cahill High Street James Breen Reno Nev Weeks Street Leslie Whitehouse Newport Roth Lucia Pond Porthind Harmony Musical Club J. E. Ross State Road Paul Jack Augusta John Parker Edna Lane Gardiner Wesley Bates Mt. Carmel O. Sf. S Nellie Leavitt Marjory Shepard Marshall Mina Floyd Elizabeth Joy W. M Leighton Gardner W. P Inza Gardiner A. M Lucy Tarr Frances Curran Marilla Tate Marshall Mary Shaw Rebecca Rogers Hazel Libby Margaret Duren W Emma Lamoreau Ada Flora Denham Ruth Myrtle Stewthe Esther Lillian Blair Martha Marjorie Shepard Electa Werley Day Sentinal Melvin Hutchinson Winthrop Carroll Young Augusta General Hospital T. J. Southard J. Douglas Bowdoinham Harold Curtis Rockwood Charles Wheeler Brunswick Arthur Seigars Joseph Houdlette West Dresden Henry BE. Houdlette Pleasant Street Clarence Winkham Boston W. Messenger Call Dresden George Chapman Christine Carey Victor Carey Viola Lewis Hartley Ranger Frank Worter Eunice Lee Stella King Lynn Mass Jesse L. Tarr Wallace N. Jrice Misx Belle Heald Georgia Wheeler T. O. Williams West Georgetown Abbie Reynolds Vin Kingsbury Everett Trafton H. J. Brown Camp Overlook Grover EL Farm William Oliver W. T. Newdick TG. Heald Newell Campbell Rronsic Robinhood First Baptist Church Martha Rich Bowen Charles Soule Porthcawt Parkes Cadmah New York City Hall Thomas Hlagan Morse High T. M. Wagan Clarence Oliver Center Markle Phagan Belle Heald William AL Todd Ralph Scott David Gibbons Wis Harold Hunt OW. J. Cummings John Williams Harvey Tleald W. A. Todd T. N. Hagan

Notice of Lost Bounty-land Warrant Duplication Request

We, Ida A McKinney Alfred S Oliver Charles E McKinney and Rupee M Merry claim ownership of bounty land Warrant No 166353 for 169 acres issued to Jane McKinney widow of Ebenezer McKinney The warrant is lost or destroyed and we will apply to the Commissioner of Pensions for a duplicate Also probate notice appointing Mary J Prescott administratrix of Charles D Prescott late of Woolwich Sagadahoc County appears with attestation and date The ad includes a salesman wanted notice from E T Sargent Refining Co Cleveland Ohio Ind 2-2-It.

Ida A Hunt Alfred S, Oliver Charles E. McKinney Rupee M. Merry Jane McKinney Ebenezer McKkinney Commissioner of Pensions Mary J. Prescott Woolwich Sagadahoc Charles D. Prescott William FP Dunham Ind E. T. Sargent Refining CO Cleveland Ohio

Morse Team Edges Cheverus in Narrow Portland Victory

Morse high edged Cheverus 21 to 19 in Portland as Cy Longley and Spike Lyden sparked a late rally. Lyden hit a long shot and Charlie MacDonald added a late free throw to seal the Bath lad win.

Cheverus High Portland Morse Foley Longley Lyden Bath Lads MacDonald Bath Cheverus Capt Murray Eaton Crocker Brunswick High Stan Whitehouse Tortland Morse Rooeters Morse Ee Lens Nie Sc Ean Poriente Ptr MacDonald, Rg Crooker Res Ate MPV Tivsee Tivsee OO Heey ,S ” 21 | Cheverus Setar Okients Potey Otty McDonough Tomgy Rna Aran Conley Aspect

Schooner Mary F Barrett Repeats Troubles at Harbor

The five masted schooner Mary F Barrett broke from moorings at Percy Small yard and drifted toward rocks amid gales. Harbor Master Walter Whitney and Chester McCabe crew saved her to the wharf as windlass engine problems hindered recovery. another anchor may be added to keep her from drifting. Boston owners promised to decide on actions after arrival of their representative.

Mary F. Barrett Percy & Small Yard Walter JL. Whitney Chester Ho McCabe Boston

Richmond News Briefs Highlight Minstrel Plans and Local Notices

American Legion post plans annual minstrel show at the opera house on March 14 with aid from members. Passmore announces engagement of Bernice Passmore to Charles Mason of Newport. Installation of Amy Bradley tent D of US Vo of C and other local officers, visits, and various town activities are recorded, including hospital, naval enlistment, and community events.

American Legion Richmond Opera House Post John W. Passmore Waterville Bernice Marie Passmore Fairhaven Mass Charles Derry Mason George Mason Newport Miss Passmore N. B. Tel. & Tel. Co Mason Scannevin & Potter Amy Bradley US Vo C. Wi Rose Minott Lewiston Llazel Moore Margaret Peabody Courtney Hinkley Mildred Beedle Hattie Terrill Ida Hutchins Vanessa Beedle Minnie Waldron Mary Osborne Mildred Hartford Margaret Grover Effie White Sadie Waltz Ethel Rankins Mary Gibbs Lee Tyler Martha Totman Lillian Johnson Mildred Trafford Georgia Donnell Mary Cotten News Reift Mildred Harford Pregram Pisne Olive King

Rotarians Learn Artificial Respiration Techniques

Bath Rotary club heard BE. P. Noyes of Central Maine Power describe prone pressure method for artificial respiration. Demonstrator Ralph Brags showed technique with Noyes pumping air into him. The company trains staff weekly to save lives and assist the public.

Bath Rotary Club Hotel Phoenix BE. P. Noyes Augusta Central Maine Power Co Noyes CG. C. le Bath Ralph WL Brags Ralph C. B. Richardson Brunswick Club Waldron H. Sprague Waterville Sprague Richard L. Sprague Bath Club Roland H. Cobb Bowdoin College

Forty-seven Bath workers laid off at Megquier-Dones plant

Twenty seven Bath men at the Megquier-Dones Co Union Tron Works in Fortlind are laid off from producing tractor snowplows. Production delays reduced the work force with spring recovery anticipated. The Bow ie Eaton Motor Sales Co opens in Bath at 24 Vine Street handling Willys Overland lines. Bridge Merrill Inc expands garment operations shifting space to children's wear. Local notes include trips to Porthind Auto Show and Lt John A Lord USN returning to Charlestown Navy Yard.

AML Bus Bath Megquier-dones Co Union Tron Fortlind Portland Co Bowie-Eaton Motor Sales Co Vine Street Durward Bowie Zina M. Eaton Willys Overland Whippet Willys Knight Stearns Knight

Georgetown Community Notes and Social Roundup

The Working League met at Misx Belle Heald’s home. Residents visited Bath, Woolwich, and West Georgetown. Local residents attended events, hosted guests, and discussed church services, school choices, and the season’s chilly weather.

Camp Overlook Adds New Laurels Each Year

Camp Overlook at Kennebec Point, established by Martha Rich Bowen of Georgetown five years ago, prepares for its busiest season. The camp houses a staff with a focus on health, nature, and character building, admitting girls ages 10 to 16 and guided by a creed emphasizing wholesome outdoor life and modesty in competition.

Kennebec Point Martha Rich Bowen Georgetown Bowen Overlook

Colonial Club Defeats Brunswick in Bath Match

The Colonial club won the first half against Brunswick club by 5 to 0 in Brunswick last week, with about 50 Colonials visiting the college town and enjoying a lunch. Second half likely in Bath around early March. The day saw wins across auction, cribbage and pool, plus billiards and bid whist.

Colonial Club Brunswick Club Brunswick College Town Bath Colonials Brunswieck Stuart Fabs Stacey Cy Mitchell LaRock Watson Toothaker Fields Forsaith Nash Owen Hageen Tios Ellison Cushing Ross McCole Nichols and Thompson Plolmes Senter ISGS Kingsley Day Owen Johnson and South Turner McWhee Brackley and Emmons Roberts Brown Sewall Torrey C Cribbages Frantzen Walker Morrill Webber I Bonney Parry

Civil Service Clerical Exam Open in Bath

United States Civil Service Commission announces a General Clerical examination to fill positions in Customs Service Navy Yards Veteran Hospitals and similar government establishments near Bath Maine. Postoffice vacancies are excluded. Applications due by Feb VI. Full details from Milton H Doughis Bath Post Office.

United States Civil Service Commission Bath Customs Service Navy Yards Veteran Hospitals Customhouse Boston Massachusetts Milton H. Doughis

Central Church Cafeteria Supper Draws Large Turnout

The League of Central church served nearly 150 people at a parish house supper on Wednesday January 25 from five to seven. Menu featured chicken patties cold ham escalloped potatoes hot rolls coffee and assorted pies doughnuts and cheese. Committee heads included Mrs William V Percy chairs trays by Mrs Owen J Ledyard cashier Mrs W S Newell and table coordinators Mrs Ralph W Bragg and others.

League of Central Church Central League Washington William V. Percy Owen J. Ledyard W. S. Newell Ralph W. Bragg Nellie Lord Lulu ‘Turner Seth S. Mullin Edmund VP. Briggs Byron F. Barker Charles W. Welch Martha Foote K. Motley Fuller O. M. Redlon

Gibbons Coal Co Changes Its Office

Gibbons Coal Co moves its up town office from Davenport block Sagadahoe square to 52 Center Street next to Western Union. The Davenport block will be removed for a new City hall. The up town coal office has served since 1893, previously used by S U P Woodward and later Captain Thomas J Gibbons and his son Thomas S Gibbons.

Gibbons Coal Co Davenport Block Sagadahoe — Square Center Street Western Union City Hall S. Upl Woodward Thomas J. Gibbons Thomas S. Gibbons

Obituary for Mrs Lillian M. Millman of Bath

Mrs Lillian M. Millman 3 wife of Thomas O. Millman of Staple Street died Thursday afternoon at the City Hospital after an operation. Born in Rockport she moved to Bath about 12 years ago and was active in West Bath Grange and several auxiliaries. She leaves her husband and her mother now in New York with two brothers James God Willits Whitney of Rockport.

Lillian M. Millman Thomas O. Millman Staple Street City Hospital Millman Rockport Merritt Whitney Bath West Bath

Maine Central Declares Quarterly Dividends for Pref and Common

The Maine Central Railroad Co. votes a 125 per share preferred quarterly dividend payable March 1 to record Feb 15 and a 1.00 per share common quarterly dividend payable April 2 to record March 13.

The Maine Central Railroad Co

Five Islands Grange social and community notes

The Grange held a Friday social with cream and cake, raised funds, and highlights include visits by Mrs. Blaisdell and others, library additions, and wind damage last week. Local residents Barber and Stevens families are noted with social visits and new radio installation. Mrs. Marr recovers from burns after a recent fire incident. The third winter whist event occurred with four tables and high scorer Mrs. Stevens.

Grange IL Rowe Horace Tuttall Lioyd Pinkham Mr. Rowe D. W. Blaisdell Harry Tarr Richmond Blaisdell DD. Re Stevens J. J. Bliisdell Bath J. J. Stevens Will Field M.oy. Butland Mattapan Mass William Delinger Fred Curris Pictorial Review George Gray A. J. Marr Bates Gi Stevens Db Rowe

True Will Retire as Colonial Club Treasurer

Edward D. True announced he will not seek re election as Colonial Club treasurer after 25 years in the role. He has long served with esteem, holding the office through all but three early years of the club. The resignation precedes the March 6 officer elections set for next Monday night.

Colonial Club Edward D. True Mie True A. Pallett&o Tree Ous

Officers Installed at Lincoln Lodge of Odd Fellows

Officers of Lincoln lodge of Odd Fellows were installed Monday night by Ernest Purington of Brunswick district deputy grand master and staff. After remarks by the Visitors no social hour followed. The officers named include Harold Leeman noble grand Maurice Knight vics grand George Sawyer recording secretary John B Conant financial secretary LTlorace Norton warden Leonard Lord conductor Leonard Munsey dhaphin Leeman right supporter noble grand Ralph Ts Mank left supporter noble grand Clarence Rogers right supporter view grand Ernest Savage left supporter vice grand Roy Lord right scene supporter Oscar Thornton left scene supporter Harold Carter recording secretary Alfred Hl. Bunker inside guard.

Lincoln Lodge of Odd Fellows Ernest Purington Brunswick Harold Leeman Noble Grand Maurice Knight Vics George Sawyer John B. Conant Ltlorace Norton Leonard Lord Leonard Munsey Tlenrs ‘Pl. Leeman

Also Mentioned on This Page

Grange Hall Alfred S. Oliver Charles McKinney M. Merry South End Wharf FRED S._ CURTIS DickU Centre ST Edward Jack Portind Lena Hackett Rowdoinham Frank Treble Horace Hinkley Thomas Hinkley George A. Hawkes Enterprise Grange Theta Vi Maine School of Commerce Odd Fellows’ Hall Granville Douglas Oa Dhughter Sertha Louise Edward Pinkham Earl Preble Fraternities Clarence Peacock Lillian Jill Samuel Vannah Winchester R. Hls Eliiss Oh Kay Joseph Randlette Henry C. Reed Leslie Grundy Deaconess Hospital E. P. Noyes Bridge-Merrill Inc Garment Department Roger Skillings Robert Linekin RL DS. Prescott Exposition Building John A. Lord Usn Charlestown Navy Yard Pearl Street Working League Royal Neighbors of America I Offorrs Annie Arsenault Marie Babine Lois Ames Angelena Jenkins Vier Oracle Mattie Toothaker Edith Stinson Sadie Reelon Mary Cotreau Marie Allen Innentinel Ida Arsenault Outer Sentinel Lizzie Gallant Charles C. Toothaker Sutene Sea Lodge Henry G. Shaw Order of the Eastern Star Central Church Maine Central True Lincoln Lodge Max Katz Max Kutz Elm Street
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