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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1942

Page

7

Flags to Bath Church Feb 22 Presented by Sterling class

Sterling Bible class of Corliss Street church prepares to present a pair of American and Christian flags at the Bath Church on February 22. The February meeting featured devotions, Bible readings, and prayers. Officers reported fundraising, a birthday bank, and plans for a Silver Tea on February 26. Two new members joined the class.

Sterling Bible Corliss Street Church John H. Hunt Fred W. May Birthday Bank Lester Campbell Abby McCabe John Hunt Frederick P. Moffatt Fairfield Chester A. Plant Frank Bowker F. P. Moffatt Warren H Melntire F. P Moffatt Flora’ Robbins Warren McIntire Herbert Preble Frank Knowlton William Hill W. W Chaney Mary Curtis Arvilla Knowlton Chester Plant William Sheldon Jed F. Hallowell Edward Hunt

Miss Olive Farley Visited Bath Lady Overnight

Miss Olive Farley of Bath was a recent overnight guest of Mrs Langdon Thistle of Phippsburg.

Olive Farley Bath Langdon Thistle Phippsburg

Murray Thomson Wedding in Los Angeles

The marriage of Helen Elizabeth Tomson to John Joseph Murray was solemnized Friday January 12 at St. Albans chapel Westwood Village Los Angeles. The bride wore pastel blue crepe with white orchids. maid of honor was Sheila Hughes. Best man was John Clive. A small reception followed at 1357 Kelton Avenue West Los Angeles. The bride, a UCLA senior, will graduate in June. Murray, a PhD holder, teaches at UCLA and works with Douglas Aircraft.

Helen Elizabeth Tomson Walter Tomson Palo Alto Calif John Joseph Murray West Los Angeles Morris Potter Washington Street St. Albans Chapel Westwood Village Los Angeles Sheila Hughes Pasadena John Clive Strathmore Murray Kelton Avenue West Tomson University of California Mr. Murray Morse High School University of Maine University of Indiana Bloomington Ind University of California In Douglas Aircraft Co Santa Monica

Young Ward engagement noted in Hartford match

Mr and Mrs Lester Fl Young announce the engagement of their daughter Phyllis A Young to Walter J Ward of Hartford Conn. Miss Young graduated Morse High 1941 and has worked for Aetna Insurance since July. Ward attended Morse High and served three years in the U S Army, then worked for Colt Ammunition Co in Hartford. Also, Laton Jackson and two daughters Peggy and Barbara return to South Paris after a weekend with Mr Jackson's parents, Hon and Mrs N Gratz Jackson of 1 Shaw Street.

Lester Fl. Young Green Street Phyllis A. Young Walter J. Ward Hartford Laton Jackson Peggy Barbara Paris Mr. Jackson N. Gratz Jackson Shaw Street

Former Bath Girl Becomes Bride of Randolph Man

The wedding of Jacqueline Louise McCollett daughter of Clifford and Mrs McCollett formerly of Bath took place Friday January 16 at the home of the bride’s parents in Gardiner. Rev Percy J. Clifford officiated with Mrs. John Wade matron of honor and Charles Arthur best man. The couple will reside at Purdy apartments in Gardiner High Holborn street.

Roland Lindy Whittier Jacqueline Louise McCollett Bath Gardiner Purdy High Holborn Street Whittier Clifford McCollett Highland Avenue Roland Whittier Randolph Percy J. Clifford Randolph Methodist Church John Wade Upper Washington Street Charles Arthur Farmingdale Mrs. Wade Maynard Jordan Dorothy Whittier Jane Whittier Patricia McCollett Mercedes McCollet Roland Merryfield Carl Gardner Alton Dunn Evergreen Forsythia McCollett P. J. Clifford Fenton Lovely Dorothy Peacock Gardiner High Augusta General Hospital Gardiner High School Northeastern University Hardings Fabrication Plant Bath Iron Works, Corp Wade Florence Armstrong

Variety Shower for Miss Cummings in Lewiston

Mrs Arthur W. King and Miss Anne King attended a variety shower in Lewiston on Friday January 23 for Miss Virginia Cummings to be married February 7 to Omar R. King. The ceremony will be at Bates College chapel with Rev P L Vernon officiating and a reception at the bride’s parents home 5 Sylvan avenue.

Arthur W. King Anne King Lewiston Roger W. Burke East Avenue Virgina Cummings Omar R. King Bates College Mr. King Cummings Burke Falmouth Portland

Naval aviator enlists and departs for Norfolk station

Ensign Percival S. Black U S N R recently received his commission as naval aviator at Jacksonville Florida. He left Saturday for Norfolk Virginia after a short furlough with his mother Mrs David L Black and his brother and wife Mr and Mrs John W Black of 21 Grove street.

Percival S. Black Jacksonville Fla Norfolk David L. Black John W. Black Grove Street

Trailer Wreck On Route One Side Ledge Crash

A trailer weighing 4600 pounds, owned by Ralph D. Miller of Bath, skidded on ice near Cummings Filling Station in West Bath. It left the road after breaking loose from its towing car, struck the car, then crashed into a roadside ledge, wreckage strewn over several feet. Value listed at $2300.

Cummings Filling Station West Bath Ralph D. Miller Hardings Bath Iron Works Corp Millett Sportsmen's Show Boston

Baked Bean Supper Held by Central Church Ladies

The Central church ladies hosted a baked bean supper in the parish house with aprons sale led by Mrs. Richard Quick. Mrs. Alfred J. Rowe chaired, with committees for kitchen, coffee, pies, and dining room. Miss Margaret R. Foote acted as cashier. The Ladies’ Aid meets Thursday at 2:30 p.m. with Mrs. Quick and Mrs Stilphen at the service table.

Central Church Richard Quick Alfred J. Rowe Lewis J. Sanborn Perry L. Thompson N. Gratz Jackson O. E. Page George W. Tobey Joseph Avery Charles T. Jackson Levi W. Steward Warren M. Stilphen David E. Rich Luther S. Thompson Margaret R. Foote Aid

Pilgrim Fellowship Meeting Discusses Church and Sunday Observance

Pilgrim Fellowship members gathered Sunday evening in the Winter Street church men's parlor with Miss Virginia Bowker and Miss Pearl Hathorne leading the devotional period. Addison Burbank and Larry Wold led a discussion on Meaning of the Church and Sunday Observance. Refreshments followed. Next Sunday’s speaker is Mrs. Andrew J. Danielson on My Life in India, with Misses Ruth Small and Gloria Leavitt overseeing devotionals. Social committee chair Miss Mary Morse announced plans for the Feb 23 dance and distributed tickets.

Pilgrim Fellowship Winter Street Church Virginia Bowker Pearl Hathorne Addison Burbank Larry Wold Andrew J. Danielson India Ruth Small Gloria Leavitt Mary Morse

Friday assembly quiz program features student leaders

The Friday morning assembly ran a quiz with Doris Stickney as timekeeper and Betty Lou Hill, Charles Lermond, and Mary Morse in key roles. Freshman William Tinney led as president with Virginia Andre as secretary, Sophomores Leroy Peasley and Jean Stanton, Juniors Richard Poulos and Leona Henderson, and Seniors Daniel Hatch and Barbara White. Seniors won while Sophomores placed last. Also announced is Isabel Doris Hudson’s engagement to Charles M Staples Jr of Middle Street Court. Staples works at Torrey Roller Bushing Works. No wedding date is set.

Doris Stickney Betty Lou Hill Charles Lermond Mary Morse William Tinney Virginia Andre Leroy Peasley Jean Stanton Richard Poulos Leona Henderson Daniel Hatch Barbara White William Hudson Summer Street Court Isabel Doris Charles M. Staples, Jr Charles M. Staples Middle Street Court Staples Torrey Roller

Capt Radley veteran of Manila battle seeks return to fight

Capt Charles A. Radley of 26 Tarbox street, 77, declares he would like to join the fight against the Japanese to help retake Manila. A former Olympia sailor who served with the 10th Pennsylvania regiment, he two sons in the Philippines, and a long career as master mariner. His wife is in poor health. he remains vigorous and eager to see action again.

Charles A. Radley Tarbox Street Associated Press Manila Philippines United States Clifford Willard Radley Radley Dewey Olympia Manila Bay Navy Shanghai Portland W. H. Connors 10Th Pennsylvania Regiment

Ministers Discuss School for Teachers

Ministers association met at Central Parish house for its regular monthly gathering. Reverend Joseph Purdue led a devotion as Rev Chester Oliver presided, with plans for Church Teachers and Parents school opening Feb 17 at Winter Street vestry and a Bath Council of Churches study proposal to be revisited in March.

Both Joseph O. Purdue Chester B. Oliver Winter Street Raymond G. Putnam Bath

Barn Dance Draws 200 Defense Workers at U S O Center

Over 200 defense workers and service men attended a Saturday night barn dance at the U S O center sponsored by Oakhurst Dairy. Margie Mac and her orchestra performed well with the Lady of the Lake noted as a favorite old time dance. Other numbers included Boston Fancy Hulls Victory March and Circle and Paul Jones Waltz. Brian Jewett of Bath Iron Works led the U S O committee in thanking Oakhurst Dairy for the entertainment.

U. S. O. Center Oakhurst Dairy Margie Mac Hull Paul Jones U.S. O Brian Jewett Bath Iron Works

Republican Caucuses Set for Bath City Ward and Mayor Seats

The Republican City committee announces ward caucuses Tuesday evening February 19 at 7 30 DST in ward rooms and the mayoralty caucus Wednesday February 11 at City Hall starting at 7 30 DST.

Republican City Committee City of Bath City Hall

Classified rates and contact notice from Bath office

Classifieds advertise rate schedule for insertions and deadline. Mentions farm city and share property listings with Fred B. Reed Co. and manager Stanley E. Wallace at 93 Front St Bath tel 514 W. Details include 25 words first insertion 35 cents and 20 cents for each additional insertion.

Fred B. Reed Co Stanley E. Wallace Front St Bath

Bath Women Asked to Become Welders in Defense Push

Women aged 18 to 40 may learn welding in Bath as defense needs outpace male supply, says John T. Walsh, manager of the U S Employment Service Bath office. Applications are accepted at 190 Front Street, with a women’s welding class planned once enough enrollments arrive. The training aims to broaden women’s contribution to the war effort.

Bath John T. Walsh United States Employment Service Bath Office United States Employment Office Front Street

Bath Rotary Mourns Loss Of Member

The Bath Rotary club met at Hotel Sedgwick for a noon luncheon to honor former president Fred D. Hill who served two years. The club will attend his funeral as a body and has appointed a committee to draft resolutions. Next meeting features Charles Meeker of Newton Mass Rotary as guest speaker on transportation.

Bath Rotary Club Hotel Sedgwick John Parker Fred D. Hill Hill Charles Meeker Newton, Mass Rotary Club Yellow Cab Co Boston Bowdoinham The American Red Cross Delma Curtis Boy Scouts Bath Iron Works Electa Mary Dodge Milton Givenworthy Ralph MacEwen Allen Richmond Farm Bureau Chester Hobart Stanley Libby Jessie Ames Bowdeinham Sewall Merry Workers Asaph McEwen Bertha Heath Marguerite Gammon Marguerite Heath Thelma Maloon Harold Conley Oliver Janice Conley Edwin Oliver Alfred Reeks Carolyn St. Martin Judith Hibbs Eileen Titcomb Valentine Mr. Oliver Fred Leavitt Kenneth Army Lloyd McPherson Coombs High School Wiscasset Douglas Temple Maurice Libby Webber Place Clay Hill Thurman Skelton Pensacola Fla Willis Skelton Erla Browne Waterville Earl Browne Lloyd Curtis Monmouth Curtis Delmar Curtis Village Lodge of Masons Bath Margaret Gile Karl Hatch Milton Given Charles Hackett Parker Adams Mary Webber Clifton Babb Augusta Players Club Gat Gardiner Mabelle Tarr Blanche Nugent Newburyport Mass Percy Blanchard Charles Clapp Wilford Newham Dedham Earle Browns Ralph MacDonald Lang Farm Clara Fogg Rumford Horace Dodge Frank Siegars Topsham Ivan Lang Philadelphia Rodney Brown Bath Iron Works, Corp

Ruth Pembroke Hynes Weds William Kistler in Simple Ceremony

Miss Ruth Pembroke Hynes daughter of Mr and Mrs William S Hynes of 7 Grove street married William Francis Kistler formerly of Newton Falls Ohio in a simple Friday eight pm wedding at Winter Street Congregational church parsonage 890 Washington street Rev Joseph O Purdue officiated The couple attended by Howard W Kirkpatrick and Mrs Charles H Cahill Jr The bride wore light blue with pink bonnet The groom a Bath Iron Works outside machinist They will reside with the bride’s parents after a brief wedding trip

Ruth Pembroke Hynes William S. Hynes Grove Street William Francis Kistler Woolwich Newton Falls Winter Street Congregational Church Washington Street Joseph O. Purdue Howard W. Kirkpatrick Charles H. Cahill Hynes Kistler Orris H. Kistler Mr. Kistler Bath Iron Works Corp Morse High School Morse Senter’s, Inc

Arsenault Kirk wedding in this city and Bath couple unite

Raymond Lewis Arsenault of 962 Middle street and Mrs Virginia Sister Kirk of Bath were married Friday at 8 30 in the Winter Street Congregational church parsonage. Rev Joseph O Purdue officiated with Dorothy B Lister and Eli Gaudet in attendance. The couple planned to reside at 962 Middle street.

Fordham student J Robert Carey on vacation in New York

J Robert Carey a Fordham University junior is spending a short vacation with his parents Dr and Mrs Victor R E Carey at 14 Allen Street New York City following mid year examinations.

J. Robert Carey Fordham University New York City Victor R. E. Carey Allen Street Mr. Carey Fordham

Local notes on residents recovery and visits

Friends report Jesse Harriman is recovering from his accident. Mrs. Clifton Babb hosts her Brunswick niece. Harold Hobart has recovered from illness and returned to school in the village.

Jesse Harriman Clifton Babb Brunswick Harold Hobart

Dresden Middle Bridge pupils prize no missed days

Dresden Middle Bridge school lists students with perfect attendance in the Winter term including Dorothy Rittall Phillip Chapman Albert and Edna Robbins and Frank and Billy James. Highest honor includes Virginia Robbins Albert Robbins Ronald Brackley Barbara Rittall Madelyn Rittall Edward and Frank James.

Middle Bridge School Dorothy Rittall Phillip Chapman Albert Edna Robbins Frank Billy James Virginia Robbins Albert Robbins Ronald Brackley Barbara Rittall Madelyn Rittall Edward Frank James Louise Robbins

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cardigans Bath Church Thomas G. Booth Murray-Tomson Groom Miss Cummings Omar King of Central Aid Pilgrim Fellowship Meeting Capt Bath Club Arsenault Kirk Bingham Raymond Lewis Arsenault Middle Street Virginia Sister Kirk Dorothy B. Lister Eli Gaudet Walter I. Norton Lewis J. Arsenault John Lister Chester, NJ Sun Ana Walter Pidgeon Etily Anna Lee O Donald Crisp Cench Ws RTE Williem Post, Jr Pte Wallace Beery Bugle Bowdoinham Post Road Dresden Bridge Academy Stanwood Gilman Ernest Beckwith Katherine Walter Margaret Hector Fargo N. D William D. Sewall Hector Oak Grove Seminary Vassalboro Bela Lugosi Leo Gorcey bHuntz Hall Bobby Jordan Country Store Leeds Paul Munt Hudson’s Bay
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