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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1908

Page

2

Morse Returns to New York After Ocean Trip Amid Hopes of Settlement

Charles Morse sails back across the ocean and lands in New York next Saturday. The Independent notes Bath interests and predicts Morse will settle disputes quickly while eyeing a swift comeback among top leaders. The piece also comments on Daughters of the Revolution, postal order publications, and Bath wrestling enthusiasm.

Mr. Morse New York Charles W. Morse Etruria Liverpool

Fireman killed in Millinockett blaze at Eureka house

Joseph Perry, a fireman, died last Saturday when floor collapses trapped him during firefighting at the Eureka house in Millinockett. The building suffered $3,000 in losses. Cr A Beasley, Houston banker, died by suicide. E C Brooks killed himself in the New York Produce Exchange annex after accusing Wall Street duplicity. Gen Stewart L Woodford named Hughes League president.

Joseph Perry Millinockett Eureka House Wall Street E. C. Brooks New York Produce Exchange Stewart L. Woodford Hughes League of the United States Manhattan Hotel New York

Republicans to pick caucus nominees in March election

The piece notes next week’s Republican caucuses will reveal nominees for March elections. It argues strong candidates will be chosen, promising a busy year in politics as campaigns heat up from now to November. It also contrasts local financial worries with thriving winter amusements and good business prospects in Bath.

Sebenoa Hale Opens With Woolwich Ladies Sale Event

Sebenoa Hall in Woolwich was dedicated Friday night with a fair and entertainment organized by the Sagadahoc Ferry Hall ladies. A large town gathering and Bath delegates attended. The new building cost about 3000 dollars, funded by subscriptions with the ladies playing a key role. Supper ran from five to nine, featuring recitations, songs, and dances performed by local residents and visitors.

Woolwich Sebenoa Hall Sagadahoc Ferry Hall Company Bath Rice Richmond Ethelyn Reed Bleike Reed Edith Lilly F. Jones Mr. Daniels Freeport Dorris Bernice Shanahan Shanahan Marion Rice Herbert Hall Wallace Reed H. P

Ferry Hall Company Hosts Woolwich Reunion and Dance

In Woolwich a large reunion where Mrs. F E Leonard presides as president and Mrs J A Crooker as treasurer drew locals to Ferry Hall. Proceeds neared $100 as volunteers in groups led by Mrs Hf W Crooker and others organized booths and a supper. A crawd ball is planned next Friday with special ferry trips to Bath for attendees.

Ferry Hall Company F. E. Leonard J. A. Crooker People’s Ferry Company Woolwich Bath

Mrs Sarah E Brown Dies at 63 on Water Street

Mrs Sarah E Brown aged 63 died Sunday noon at her Water Street home after long illness. Born in the city, she was daughter of Daniel Whalan and Martha A Dunham. She married John H Brown 39 years ago. Survived by husband three sons John W Edward D and Charles S Brown all of the city two sisters Mrs Mary Farnham and Miss Mabel Mayers and one brother George A Mayers. Funeral 10:20 this forenoon from 185 Water Street.

Sarah E. Brown Water Street Daniel Whalan Martha A. Dunham John H. Brown John W Edward D Charles S. Brown Mary Farnham Mabel Mayers George A. Mayers

Frederick A F Adams Dies Suddenly at 73

Frederick A F Adams died suddenly Saturday afternoon at his home on Lower Washington Street aged seventy three. The news of his death will be received with sorrow.

Frederick A. F. Adams Lower Washington Street

Noted Maine horseman Adams Dies After Long Life In Sport

Maine horseman and dealer of high bred stock born in Bangor in 1844 died after a long life centered on horses. He owned at least a thousand horses, ran farms in Bowdoinham and near Springfield, and later lived in Bath with his widow. He also engaged in real estate in New Bedford and belonged to several clubs and societies.

New England Mr. Adams Bangor Augusta Captain Reed Bowdoinham Colonel Russell Bath

Busy Bodies Club Postponed Meeting Near The Ridge

The Busy Bodies sewing group postponed until Saturday due to a storm. Guests included Mrs. Harold DeLong and Chas L. Stevens. Lunch featured sponge cake and blancmange. Attendees listed with local families and visiting friends.

J. P. Leach Agnes Cutting Rebecca Bowker Edith Bowker Pearl Williams Martha Cutting Bessie Grace Dickinson Harold De-Long Christian Endeavor Ethel Cushman Christine Cutting Ina Pease Mary Heald Ralph Willis Wallace McDonald Frank M. Harden Bath Farmington W. A.C. Rogers Grippe Boston Herald J. G. Parker Str Manhattan Shr Fiheman Cape Elizabeth Parker Leon W. Berry Boston

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