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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1924
Page
5
Sagadahoc County voters are told Sheriff Oliver will not seek another term after twelve years in office. He cites duty to uphold laws including prohibition and urges a worthy successor from any party. The notice ends with a January 31, 124 date and emphasizes enforcement and public confidence.
Morse High School seniors propose a shared dress, reduced flowers, and no class pictures to cut graduation expenses by about 100 dollars per graduate. Mothers meeting later that day applaud the initiative and democratic spirit shown by the students.
Acting City Marshal George F Allen received a 540 p m Thursday telephone from Boston police noting Jimmy Murphy a 15 year old Bath lad was detained there and seeking instructions. Murphy known for wandering has been picked up in several North American cities with father Jack Murphy of Bath to arrange his return Friday morning. Mrs Haining and Mrs Avery visited PortlandThursday.
Through the will of Albert F Totman Easthampton Mass the town of Phippsburg receives 4451 1 to be used for a public library fund The library will be located at Phippsburg Center The donor a successful contriver was born in Phippsburg and wished to aid his old hometown The town may act on steps at the March annual town meeting
A two year review by S. W. Newell chair of the Finance Committee details gains under Bath's nonpartisan system. Improved finances include debt reductions, canceled suits, lower railway liabilities, paid bids, and reduced temporary loans. School expenditures fall and Education Board harmony rises, with smoother council operations.
Governor Baxter sent a 6000 dollar check to the Secretary of War to purchase the military reservation at Port Popham Maine. The seven and a half acre site includes old stone fortifications, three frame buildings and a cottage. The option expired July 16 1924 and the land will be held for public use with plans to develop a park. Penobscot Penham is cited as the site of the first white settlement on the Maine coast.
Unpaid taxes on real estate are coming in well at the office of Collector Hall. The amount uncollected at the end of the current administration should not exceed 5000 dollars. A boost occurred when Bath Tron Worl Ltd sent a 2400 dollar check.
Seth recounts Bath streets from 1808 fire sites to late 19th century, naming homes, stores, and landmarks once lived near South and Water streets. He recalls Nichols and Cook shops, the Nazarene church site, Passmore and Hodgkins homes, and the 1808 blaze that reshaped the area. He notes era figures like John W. Roberts, A M Robinson, and William R. Lincoln's bakery, plus Front street storefronts and the Columbian House billiard hall.
Maine Governor Percival P. Baxter mourns Woodrow Wilson, saluting him as a war President and visionary statesman who sought world peace. He notes the loss felt across the nation as partisan strife fades in sorrow.
A Wilbur Wood family escapes a late night Arrowsic fire with three children, moving barefoot to nearby homes as the blaze destroys the Pagan place and a car attached to the house. Fire origin may be a defective chimney. residents seek safety with neighbors Crosby and Lawrence.
Officers of the Svcadillwe and Tin col county brameles of the Maine State Sunday School gosceration met at the New church on Modes to discuss aims and methods for organizing Sunday schools. Rev. BL Phd presided and offered advice as Miss Ruth Carter spoke on needs of Sunday schools for ages 12 and up in all communities.
Milton A Stone of Chicago and Clyde Colt of New York along with a Boston practitioner pleaded not guilty to an indictment in a Boston federal court. They were fined $1000 each by Judge Morton for using a scheme to defraud by promoting stock sales in the North Shore Fisheries Corporation tied to Boothbay Harbor property interests.
Sterling Bible class at Corliss Street church held a Monday night gathering hosted by Mrs. W. W. Chimes on Kingston Street. After business a game prize went to Mrs. Stearns Scott, refreshments were served by hostesses including Mrs. John Fussed and others. visitor Mrs. Katherine Moran from Lowell Massachusetts stayed with sister Mrs. Matthew McQuarrie.
Washington observed a simple funeral for Woodrow Wilson the twenty eighth president. His death at his home prompted national mourning as cities paused commerce and officials reflected on his role in World War I and the peace process.
A city Board of Education report describes a strong financial showing for the past year and outlines plans for the coming year. Judge Jona Seegan will not seek re-election. New Colonial Club officers and a membership drive for the queen of the Colonial Club were announced. The carnival interscholastic meet is reassigned to the Bates Outing Club, with details on meetings and committee actions.
A barge identified as 767 in tow of a tug arrived Monday afternoon and remained overnight. It discharged nearly two thousand tons of mixed coal at the plant of MLW, Sowill & Co, in the valley.
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