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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1960
Page
4
Local notices describe residents visiting, returning from hospitals, and attending training. Military assignments include Edwin Mitchell at Fort Dix and others with Army Reserve ties. Social gatherings cover bridge parties, birthdays, and trips to Boston and California.
Mr and Mrs Manuel Bowers of 962 Middle Street and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Rockefeller of North Bath attended the Ice Capades at Boston Garden on January 10. They later stayed as house guests of the Bowers daughter and family in Framingham and returned to Bath late Sunday.
Cynthia and Steven Jones, children of Mr and Mrs Paul Jones of 405 Lark Street, are confined to their home with mumps. Cynthia is a subprimary student and Steven a second grader at Huse School.
Mr and Mrs Carl D Cornish of Middle Street were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs George Heath in Rockland.
Raymond Arbour son of Mr and Mrs Lucien Arbour of 407 Lark Street is confined to his home after a skiing accident last Saturday. He is a sixth grader at Bath High School.
Mr and Mrs Eastham Guild Jr of 1083 Washington Street left last week for a vacation in Switzerland. Weekend visitors of Mr and Mrs Douglas MacAloney of 12 Dummer Street were her father Emile Arsenault and her brother and wife Mr and Mrs Frank Arsenault, all of Bridgeport Conn.
Lynda Taber daughter of Mr and Mrs Jesse Taber returned home Saturday after a stay at Bath Memorial Hospital for head injuries from a fall while eating at Goddard's Pond Wednesday evening. Mr and Mrs George Hamel and sons William and Michael of Waterville were guests last weekend of Mrs Hamel's sisters in this city.
Mrs Jennie Cameron hosts house guest Mr Arthur Price at 8 Granite and 935 High. The 93rd birthday woman wishes for cards and scrapbooks from readers who enjoy keeping in touch, as she is a shut in and loves reading.
Alfred Young of 154 Center Street is confined to his home due to illness. He works at the Bath Iron Works power plant.
Mr and Mrs Herbert Lilly Jr of Woolwich welcomed a daughter named Heidi Anne on January 13 at Bath Memorial Hospital. The baby weighed six pounds six and a half ounces and is reported in good health.
Mr and Mrs Alan Barkley and their children relocate from 40 South Street to Corvallis Oregon. Mr Barkley formerly worked at the SAGE station in Topsham and has now been transferred to Oregon.
Mrs Mildred Young of 154 Center Street has been discharged after a ten day stay as a medical patient at Bath Memorial hospital and has returned to her home.
Mr and Mrs William O Wag ner and children William Jr and Christopher of Millinocket were weekend guests of his parents Mr and Mrs Robert E Wagner at 623 Washington street. They also visited with Police Chief Robert E Wagner Jr and family at 12 Deering street. Mr and Mrs C Densmore of West Bath and Fred Vose with Mrs Oliver Wass of Bath were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Augustus Mitchell at 450 Washington street.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Anderson of Boothbay and Mrs. John Con ley with children Judy and Chrissy of Bath spent Sunday in Durham New Hampshire visiting Eva Marriner and Clyde Fogg, the mothers and sister of Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Conley.
Edward J. Herrin visits cousin Daniel W. Munsey in West Fal mouth. About twenty five Junior High Girl Scout troops enjoy a Sunday skating party at Bowdoin Skating Arena with chaperones including Mrs. John McCole and Mrs. Joseph Grace. Mrs. Reed hosts a Seventh grade lunch after the outing. Local families share visits in Bath Woolwich Auburn Lewiston and Phippsburg Center as residents travel to New York for events and hospital stays.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Light and Mrs Stella Light of Fal mouth visited Mr and Mrs John Gallagher at 287 Center Street. Light is Gallagher’s brother and Stella is her mother. The Lights’ children Robin and Carol also visited. Also visiting were Mr and Mrs Richard Furrow and their two sons Richard and Robert who returned to West Bath after a month with Mrs Furrow s mother Mrs Lillian West in Peterborough England the Furrows traveled by plane.
Saco businessman Peter A. Garland opened his bid for the First District Republican nomination at West Bath grange hall before 200 Sagadahoc Republicans. He attacked the Democrats’ spend and tax policies and urged support for a strong, business-friendly economy and a decisive 1960 election.
December activity totals were reported by Bath Memorial Hospital Auxiliary members. Purchases included two dozen doctors’ bows and three dozen chefs’ aprons, plus a new dish wagon. Volunteers logged 155 hours. 85 members contributed.
Harry J. MacDonald was elected master of Polar Star lodge F and A M at the annual meeting held the previous Wednesday at Masonic Temple. Elected for the coming year were D L McIntire Jr senior warden Kenneth E Morse junior warden Herbert L Anderson Jr treasurer Fred A Osgood secretary Wesley Sweeney senior deacon Wilbur Loveitt junior deacon and Ernest R Freeman house committee member. Installations are set for 8 p.m. January 27 at Masonic Temple.
Mr and Mrs Harold Travis of this city were Friday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Carl Tobey of Hyde Park, reflecting a social gathering noted in local society columns.
Amy Mayo of the American Book Company addressed Woolwich and Phippsburg Teachers clubs at Woolwich Central School. She urged teaching to match each child’s pace, emphasized reading in sentences, and stressed thinking and word learning as part of reading. Earl F. Melgard introduced her. a business session announced annual dues starting September 1960.
At a Friday meeting of the Winter Street Congregational church Ladies Aid, a food sale was planned for next Saturday at 10 a.m. at Rogers Hardware Store. Committee members include Mrs. Alton Berry and Mrs. Percy Bailey. The group invited all to attend Bath Council of Church Women’s annual meeting Tuesday afternoon at Winter Street church with a 12 30 covered dish luncheon. Tea was served. pouring was by Miss Effie Wright and Mrs. Harry F. Morin. Next week hosts will be Mrs. Joseph Coss Mrs. John Greene Sr and Mrs. Fred Hooper.
Trustees of the Albert F. Tot man Library plan a Saturday 3 p m meeting at the Library. The Fire Department held a special Monday meeting at the fire house. Phippsburg Midget League games at the Bath Y M C A included a 10 to 1 win over the Black Bears. The 5 6 grade basketball team beat North Grammar of Bath 42 27. Upcoming Saturday the Midget League faces the Yellow Jackets at 1 p m at the Y M C A and the 5 6 grade team meets Fisher Mitchell at Phippsburg at 3 p m. The Phippsburg Sportsmans Association hosted a successful public supper at Dromore Grange Hall. Deputy Clyde Bailey of Woolwich to lead an instructional school at Bedwell Grange on January 28. The school committee schedules a special meeting Thursday evening to discuss the coming year’s budget. The January P T A meeting is slated for next Monday at 8 p m. Youth Fellowship members led worship at the Small Point church Sunday. Selectmen set the second Saturday of March as tentative Town Meeting date. warrant articles due by January 30. Nomination papers show Arthur Bowker for re election to the Board of Selectmen and Ernest Oliver for re election to the School Committee. Personal items note Elien Blair returning to Maine Medical Center studies in Portland after a Small Point visit, Henry Doughty completing military service and residing at West Point, and Carol Wyman visiting from Central Maine General Hospital in Lewiston to see her parents.
George Van Wynen of the Bath Girl Scout Council told the Girl Scout Leaders Association that three camperships will be awarded this year to intermediate scouts to cover two weeks at Cedar Grove or Camp Wayaka. Applications due February 29 and obtainable from Mrs. John Thorpe. The group discussed March birthday celebration plans with troop exhibits. Dues are due. Brownie leader handbooks available from Mrs. James Hay. Next meeting set for February 10 at 8:30 a.m. at Winter Street Church. A refreshment committee was named: Mrs. Sherman Mitchell, Mrs. Robert Moore, and Mrs. Norman Foss.
Joyce Ring serves as Morse High representative to Girls State in 1958 and holds multiple roles. She participates in Future Teachers of America, Morse High yearbook and mentor staffs, and Latin and French clubs with leadership posts. She also acts as Morse High band treasurer and current vice president, joins Girls Leader Corps and Athletic Association, and competes in volleyball, basketball, badminton, and bowling. She contributes to Pilgrim Fellowship and heads Elizabeth Lawrence Society and Children of the American Revolution.
Mrs. Nolan and her husband Joseph P. Nolan who ran as Democrats for the state house oversee Nolan's Market at 376 Washington Street. A special meeting was held to permit Mrs. Nolan to begin duties before the Board of Registration meeting next Tuesday in preparation for municipal elections. The post pays nine dollars per day during sessions. Mrs. Nolan won the Democratic City Committee nomination 21 to 15 over Mrs. Carrie Lehane after earlier meetings faced questions, leading to a new caucus last week.
Boy Scouts of Troop 55 at Winter Street church receive Tenderfoot pins for six members William Babine Maynard Black David Haggett James Pearson Robert Oxton Larry Oxton. First aid instruction covered arterial bleeding bruises cuts burns and a safety review followed by a question period.
Reuben Purington aged 67 of 67 High street was admitted to Bath Memorial hospital on Tuesday morning as a medical patient.
Popham Circle met at Mrs Frances Fickett home with Doris Gilmore Ellison Moody Florence Oliver Olive Crowley and Fickett. The Small Point church Youth Fellowship led service from I Peter 2 11 with the speaker on The Christian Is a Stranger.
Bath Memorial Hospital Nurses Alumnae Association elected Mrs. John F. Leonard president at the Cosmopolitan club meeting. New officers include Mrs. Ernest Rogers as vice president, Mrs. Elihu Fullerton secretary, and Mrs. Russell Merchant treasurer. An executive committee and various committees were named for the year. The next meeting is set for February 11 at the Cosmopolitan club.
Air Force recruiter Sgt. Roland M. Desmarais in Portland Maine announces electronics training opportunities for prior service members. Eligible veterans can enter accelerated programs at Keesler AFB Mississippi with courses varying by specialty including radio and television systems. Contact 76 Pearl Street Portland Maine for details.
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