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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1935
Page
7
City physician and milk inspector Dr Paul A Gregware reports strong dealer cooperation leading to cleaner milk. Inspections by Gregware and State inspector Gilpatrik show dramatic bacteria reductions from September to January across dozens of dealers, with new milk rooms and improved equipment cited.
Mr and Mrs Leon Pennell hosted a surprise shower for two couples Mr and Mrs Samuel Jordan and Mr and Mrs Isadore Singer at 14 High Street. Gifts included a magazine rack and smoking stand with cake, ice cream, and piano music provided by guests.
Wise Owl troop of Girl Scouts met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. Sumner Sewall’s home. Sewall, confined by a severe cold, watched from home as Miss Bertha Lord led the meeting assisted by Mrs. Wilmer I Voorhees. Miss Evelyn Trott and Miss Frances Shaughnessy helped. Thirty present as they reviewed tenderfoot work and practiced Morse code in preparation for code tests.
Bangor native David R. Porter, a Bowdoin and Rhodes alumnus with Oxford study and YMCA work, is promoted to headmaster of Mount Hermon School in Northfield Massachusetts, succeeding the slain Elliott Speer.
Renowned sculptor Gaston Lachaise will present a one man show at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, opening January 29, featuring his vigorous life sized figures and smaller figurines. He spends much time at Georgetown and Washington Mews, with Mrs Lachaise as model for many works.
Walter E. Spring of East Brunswick appeared before Judge John J. Keegan in Bath municipal court on two charges. He was fined $10 plus $13.37 costs for operating a horse drawn vehicle after dark without a light and $20 plus $17.35 costs for cruelty to a horse. State Highway Officer Harry L. Thompson and State Humane Agent Charles H. Greene filed the complaints. Spring operates a milk route in the city.
After a sheriff department visit to a Bath lunch room the proprietor will appear before the Maine State Beer Commission in Augusta Friday. State beer inspector Roland Parsons and Officer John P. Crosby assisted. deputies seized five pints of whiskey and several alleged alcohol containers upstairs. Sheriff Henderson said the case leads to the proprietor's appearance before the commission.
At the annual meeting held Sunday night in the vestry a new slate of Beth Israel officers was elected for the coming year. Elected were Morris S. Povich as president Sam Levin as vice president Morris H. Cohen as secretary Max Katz as treasurer and trustees David S. Cogan Dr. Joseph I. Smith and Jacob Goldstein.
After a lively meeting, committees and booth assignments were announced for the James Temple Fund festival. Listings include Candy at Acadia lodge, Grocery with Bath lodge and notable members, Blanket with Bath aerie and others, Tea and coffee with Grace Church Men’s Club, Fish pond with Helping Hands, Dolls and novelty with Sacred Heart circle, and many more.
Stanley M Brown weighs a Democratic run if assured of a complete ticket in all seven wards The party caucus to nominate mayor and council members is set for February 13 The Republican committee meets February 7 to outline caucus dates and filing deadlines February 14 is the nominating deadline for filings
Bath readers celebrate Capt. Alexander C. Corkum retired from yacht command at Hotel Phoenix as his new poetry collection hits shelves. The book opens with The American Clipper Ship and many verses reflect sea life and ships, praising the veteran mariner’s skill and humanity.
The funeral for Fred L. Parks of Phippsburg who died Sunday in Somerville Massachusetts was held Wednesday afternoon at two at the Fred L. Curtis funeral home 105 Center Street. Rev. Joseph O. Purdue officiated with bearers John G. Morse Harry C. Williams Edwin M. Jones and Elmer Coggeshall. Burial followed in Oak Grove.
The Coombs high school senior class plans a public supper and dance on Thursday evening January 24 at the Grange Hall with serving from 5 30 to 7 30 to support the seniors. Also noted are local visits illness and community events including fertilizer work and bridge club gatherings.
Lewiston will host the American Snowshoers Union and the Union Canadienne des Racquetteurs for the International Snowshoers Convention next Friday to Sunday. Events include a 12 mile marathon through Lewiston, eight world championship races, a civic reception with Governor Brann, and a torchlight parade expected to draw tens of thousands.
Mrs. E. Carl Albee Tead presented Famous Women Pianists at Les Camarades Musicaux at 9 Turner Court. Allan H. Ramsay noted Ernest P. Kelley’s death and praised operatic and musical donations to Patten Free Library. The program featured multiple piano solos, duets, violin pieces, and ensemble performances by members including Mrs. Albee, Mr. Ramsay, Miss Betty Rice, and others.
The Central church team of the YMC A league defeated Coombs high of Bowdoinham 18-16 in a preliminary game. A late shot by Thibodeau sealed the win after Bowdoinham rallied to tie 16-16. Central led 5-2 9-6 12-11 through the quarters with Landry and Rideout standout for Coombs high.
F Richardson of Strong presided as installing officer. Assisted by Mrs Richardson and Mrs Leslie Bickford and Mrs W Skelton. Over 100 attended from Progressive Merrymeeting Topsham Lisbon Falls and Jay granges. A bountiful supper followed. Ladies' aid meetings postponed. Various local residents visited family and recovered health.
The Central church Men's club heard Supt. Clinton D. Wilson summarize the Maine School Finance Commission survey on state and local school support. He noted Maine ranked 39th in per pupil spending and that Bath would gain about $8,000 under the proposed plan, aiming for equal educational opportunities statewide.
Donald Warren Shea and Miss Lucille Janette Quinnam of Wiscasset united in marriage Saturday evening at Grace Episcopal Church 895 High Street. Rev. Charles M. Tubbs officiated with a single ring ceremony. Witnesses were Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Munsey of Wiscasset.
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