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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1960
Page
3
Thomas Ayers Dow 84 a lifelong resident and former baker and chef died Saturday night at the McCorr nursing home. He was born in Alna on November 28 1875 to Walter Scott Dow and Frances McCormack Dow and was a member of.
Woolwich Volunteer Fire Company recesses meetings to March second Wednesday. Woolwich grange held a special meeting to bring in Pamela Francis’s application with degrees set for February first and eighth. Community notices include church services, youth fellowships, and visits by residents to relatives, along with births and travel plans.
Lincoln Lodge AF and AM Wis casket obituary states he is survived by two sons Vinton A. and Roderick P. of Wisconsin and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from Cowley Funeral Home with Rev. Stanley F. Johnson officiating. Burial followed in Greenlawn Cemetery.
Bath's Lt. Richard Crocker, commander of Howitzer Battery, 3d Squadron, 103d Armored Cavalry, Maine Army National Guard, addressed Woolwich P T A at the January meeting. He outlined the National Guard's mission, training, and structure, plus films on Guard action.
The 13th meeting of the Wiscasset Bi Centenial committee on January 15 outlined plans for a general committee gathering January 20 with townwide representation. The week of August 14 to 20 was chosen for Bi Centenial events including a February 20 ball and an essay contest with judges Barbara Shelton, Lawrence Averill, and Mildred Burrage. Margaret Chase Smith was asked about a Navy vessel for the harbor celebration and Mason Station Central Maine Power Co plant opening was slated for Lincoln County Day. Ruth Leper Gardiner discussed plans for a new sculpture.
Day's Ferry Congregational Church held Youth Sunday during the morning service. Youth Fellowship led, with James Darnell delivering the Call to Worship and Psalm 121. The service included a boys choir, readings by Willard Proctor, and prayers by Sandra Severance. Judith Richard, Victor Smith, and James Munsey delivered a three part sermon on Home School and Church. The benediction was by Rev. Ronald Ashworth. organist was Mrs. Ronald Ashworth.
Mr and Mrs E O Barsness of 937 Middle Street announce the birth of a baby girl Tuesday morning at Bath Memorial hospital. The couple already have two children, George age four and Michael age six.
ARROWSIC January 14 gathering at Mrs Zina Eaton home featured gifts for January honorees Mrs Karl Rosenwald Mrs Maur a Shea and Mrs Edward Johnson. Bridge prizes went to Mrs Ralph Steen Mrs Maurice Shea Mrs Edward Johnson and Mrs Carl Langbeh n. Attendees included Mrs Norman Drummond and others. New Year gifts exchanged. February meeting planned at Mrs Carl Langbehn’s.
Cape Elizabeth Grange presented a Monday program featuring 23 Cape Elizabeth visitors from Sacarrappa Presumpscot Cushnoc White Rock Gakfri Warra seeket and Topsham granges. Fred Jordan Jr led the event with songs readings solos and skits among many participants and the evening honored the late Robert Oliver.
A two car collision Sunday afternoon near Route 1 and Richardson Street Bath caused about 250 dollars damage to the rear of a sedan driven by Clifton Given 25 Bath with a jeep truck driven by Russell Estes 20 Bath not damaged. Dandra L Cressey 14 Bath was taken to Memorial hospital Monday after taking ill on Front Street near Broad Street intersection.
Personal Heirs Mr and Mrs Richard Farrow and sons Richard and Robert return January 16 from a month in England to visit Mrs Lillian Weat in Peterborough. It is the first time Mrs West has seen her 15 month old grandson Robert. Richard Farrow spent three years in England while in the U S Air Force where he met his wife. They have not resided in West Bath for six years. The family visited Mrs Furrow’s sister Mrs William Abbott in Peterborough and other relatives. Mr Furrow resumes work at Bath Iron Works. Kiddward Plant, formerly of Bath, now attends chef school in Portland. He spent last weekend with his sister and brother-in-law Mr and Mrs Dennis Farrow. Mr and Mrs Robert Killiam and Mr and Mrs Walter Killiam of Gardiner were Sunday afternoon callers on Mrs F W Deyar. Mr and Mrs Robert Burnham and sons of Brunswick were recent callers on his parents Mr and Mrs Irving Burnham. Mrs Dorothy Owens works as payroll clerk and bookkeeper at Congress Sportswear Co in Bath. Mr and Mrs Richard Campello and sons Richard of Boothbay Harbor were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Oliver Wass.
Everett Wing and Leola Peavey visit North Bath with J Carroll Wing family. Harry Wiggins Jr. returns to school after mumps. Steethey Wing back from Bath Memorial Hospital as medical patient. Mrs Mary Haines improving after six weeks at home. Fraser Haines returns home from Bath Wethiorah Hospital after weeks as medical patient. Edwin Wem ingway and family visit Portha Wemingway in Norway. Wendy McCabe returns to school after illness. Russell Pearson family moved from New London to North South. Smelt camps located on Second, Bound Rock and Ward's Point.
The Grace Church Parish gathered Monday night for its annual meeting led by Rev. Richard B. Adams. Reports highlighted growth in members and facilities, with calls to expand spiritual development and community outreach. Parish officers and vestry were re-elected or chosen, including Roger Luke as treasurer and new terms for Bourget and Ross. social hour followed in Seymour Hall.
Dennis Hulse of 473 Middle Street is confined to his home due to illness. Sergeant Hulse serves with SAGE at Foosham.
St Matthias Episcopal church held a family night supper and parish meeting at Mrs. John Wallace home. Officers elected include Seniors warden George Smith and vestry members such as Mrs. Dorothy Wallace and Richard Strout. A February meeting will be at Mrs. Percy Chetley home. Nancy Wade engaged to Calvin Al Lowell with a June wedding planned. Community groups held meetings including the 100sier club and Lions club with talks by state official William Gharron and plans for fundraisers.
The 4 1 club met at the Methodist church for bird feeder crafting and blouse pattern work. The P T C gathered at Dresden Mills inviting the public to meet Earle Coates, Superintendent of Schools. The State Library Bookmobile visited Miss Louella Costello and Dresden Mills residents.
Memorial Hospital recorded three births this week. Timothy Alver Gilliam, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Alver Gilliam of West Point, born Monday. Nancy Lynne Sanborn, a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Sanborn of 39 Willow Street, born Sunday. Leroy Edward Scott Jr., a son to Mr. and Mrs. Leroy E. Scott of 31 Bluff, born last Friday.
Mrs Nolan named as Democratic choice for Bath Board of Registration. city clerk notified Friday and a special council meeting to confirm action was planned. The process sparked debate over posting notices and validity of previous caucus actions amid differing legal interpretations.
The Democratic City Committee listed its elected members by ward from the recent caucus. Ward 1 includes Carrie Lehane Wallace Coombs Bowles Brewer Nolan and others. Ward 2 names Thebeau McInnis Wagner Lehane agner Mottled Son. Ward 3 lists Bates Burgess Boardman Hartnett Preney. Ward 4 includes Pert Virgie Warner Maurice J. Warner. Ward 5 covers Keegan Jr and Footer. Ward 6 names Hinds Rowe Desmond Perry Klickstein Mart. Ward 7 lists Esmond. Keegan named chairman, Lebane vice chairman, Tarr treasurer and Esmond secretary.
Mrs. Milton Savage was elected president of Club Forty-Two at its Wednesday last meeting, succeeding Mrs. James Daly. New 1960 officers include Tra Durgan vice president John Mullaney treasurer Dana Jewett recording secretary Anthony Mangiulli corresponding secretary. A gift to the retiring Daly followed by plans for the annual banquet January 27 at New Meadows Inn West Bath co chaired by Mrs. Norman Seckins and Mrs. Betty Footer. Refreshments were served by Ira Durgan, David Desmond, James Daly and Anthony Mangiulli.
Land transfers recorded at the Sagadahoc County Register of Deeds list numerous properties traded across Bath Topsham Georgetown and surrounding areas. Names include Joseph R. Oliver, Bath Memorial Hospital, Ralph E. Seekins, William Wallace Gower, Cascar Mill, Elihu Fullerton, Richard Haskell, George R. Biette, Frank Wallace, Rudolph R. Dussault, Richard Smith, Arsen Stefanowski, Alexander Scilagin, Kenneth Yorr, W MacDonald, Poulin Flaws Inc. Norman L C Gay, Charles Harrington, Elwyn W Hennessey, Carl Johnson, Ward W Weller, Richard I Clark, Herbert W Geroux, Robert A d U Biel, and others.
Postmaster Edward L. Larrabee was elected president of the Beacon Lights of Beacon Street Methodist church at their Thursday meeting. Elected for the coming year were J. Franklin Howe as vice president Sherman Mitchell as treasurer Mrs Dean Bonney as secretary. Regular monthly meetings will be resumed at 3 30 p m February 3. A Scotch auction followed and a color slides program was shown by President Larrabee.
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