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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1940

Page

2

Statesman Borah Dies After Long Senate Service

Senator William E Borah of Idaho died Friday night leaving a legacy as a fighter for principle. An isolationist who opposed entanglements he led Senate Foreign Affairs and helped keep the United States from joining the League of Nations.

William E. Borah Idaho United States Borah Senate Foreign Affairs Committee Congress Hiram Johnson California League of Nations Senate

Change Labor Day date to boost New England tourism

An appeal urges New England states and tourist-dependent regions to move Labor Day from the first Monday in September to the second or third Monday. Proponents argue the current date shortens the vacation season, reducing revenue for hotels camps garages and related industries and harming summer employment. Publicity bureaus commissions and businesses are urged to rally support across affected states.

New England Atlantic Development Commission

President Roosevelt supports changing Labor Day date

The text argues that Roosevelt sees no danger in changing Thanksgiving and Labor Day dates, claiming the shift would benefit business and both employers and employees. It suggests proving the change to Congress or anyone would justify it.

Roosevelt Congress

Maine Mussels Targeted for Market Expansion

The Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries outlines a study with the U S Bureau of Fisheries to market Maine coast mussels. Commissioner Arthur R Greenleaf notes shipments to Washington labs for packing in jelly plain cans chowder and nutritional analysis. If a market grows, fishing jobs and several packing plants could be created.

Maine Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries Arthur R. Greenleaf U. S. Bureau of Fisheries Bureau Washington Greenleaf

Effects of the wars on Maine farm prices

Extension Service and Farm Bureau hold a West Bath meeting at 10 a.m. with D. W. Reed of the University of Maine as speaker and C. L. Eastman assisting. Read more on probable price trends, farm business planning, and making a living wage for operators.

Maine Extension Service West Bath Grange Hall D. W. Reed U. of M C. L. Eastman Lewiston Reed

Hit and Run Driver Injures Bicyclist on Witch Spring Hill

Alden Bailey 16 of West Bath was struck while pushing a bicycle on Witch Spring hill en route to Build Rock bridge road. He was treated at Memorial hospital for severe bruises and discharged the next day. Dr. Jacob Smith attended.

Witch Spring Hill Bath-Brunswick Highway Alden Bailey Edgar Bailey West Bath Memorial Hospital Bath Brunswick Young Baitley Buil Rock Bridge Road Jacob Smith

Dr Woods Speaks at Morse High School on Dental Hygiene

Dr Philip Woods director of the division of Dental Hygiene State Department of Health and Welfare spoke at Morse High School sponsored by the American Red Cross and Bailey Evening School. He presented two films on teeth care focusing on diet and dental visits followed by a Q and A session. Elizabeth Waters of the State Department attended with Wallace.

Philip Woods Division of Dental Hygiene State Department of Health and Welfare Morse High School American Red Cross and Bailey Evening School Woods Elizabeth Waters State Department of Health and Wellan

Old Folks Home Holds Annual Meeting in Bath

The Old Folks Home Corporation held its annual meeting at Bath Trust Co. Reports praised staff led by Mrs. Catherine O'Hara as the facility stays solid financially after yearlong property improvements. The board elected Allan Spears as trustee and noted assets largely in United Shoe Machinery Co. stock donated 20 years ago by Thomas G. Plant.

Old Folks Home Corporation Bath Trust Co W. L. Skelton Catherine O’hara Thomas G. Plant Bath Samuel R. Percy Allen M. Trish Frank B. Nichols William L. Skelton Daniel T. Dougherty Allen M. Irish Rupert H. Baxter Warren E. Kershner James O. Lincoln Rodney FE. Ross Donald N. Small Allan Spear L. Eugene Thebeau

Tardif speaks on Maine Legislature at St Marys Fathers Night

Representative Dominique J. Tardif addressed the Maine Legislature topic during St Marys P T A Fathers Night. A supper followed for about 40 guests with Mrs Lena Fortier winning bridge high and Mrs Katharine Reardon the consolation. Members approved buying a new roller for the school duplicating machine and noted welfare dinners for needy families and glasses purchased for a child. A Maine Council of Catholic Women meeting was announced for January 27 in Portland, with a February 21 follow up in the school. Donations of flowers were sent to Memorial hospital and local shut ins.

Dominique J. Tardif St. Mary's P.T.A Lena Fortier Katherine Reardon Sadie Sarkis Edward B. Hambletts Rita Durant Louise Burgess M. B. Roderick Marie Hamblett St. Mary’s School Welfare Committee Maine Council of Catholic Women Hotel Lafayette Portland P.I.A Kennebec Greenhouses Memorial Hospital

Real estate transfers recorded in Sagadahoc Registry

Two week listing shows William S Berry to Bernice Lee on Grove Street Bath and multiple other deeds. Transfers include North Street extension Land on Water Street Front Street and various long lists among Bath Bowdoinham Georgetown and Topsham properties with several named pairs.

Sagadahoc Bath William S. Brrry Bernice M. Lee Grove Street Carrie T. Little Als George E. Levyn Carleton W. Rideout Alice M. Rideout North Street Arnold H. Litt Herbert C. Litt Water Street Nellie M. Brown Elna A. McGabe

Haskell seeks mayoral nomination again in Bath

Ex Alderman Robert Haskell of Ward 6 announces a second bid for Bath mayoral office. He advocates economy and reducing city debt by $50 000 aiming for the Democratic nomination while open to cross party endorsements and a possible nonpartisan bid if needed. He notes prior Republican support and his past city service. He was defeated by Arthur Sewall after a Democratic nomination.

Borah Maine Sebasco Lodge Britain United States Robert H. Haskel Haskell Mr. Haskell United Bath City Hall Arthur Sewall

Grade Seven Pupils Stage Radio Drama On Benedict Arnold

Grade seven classes from Central Grammar School presented a radio drama about Benedict Arnold under teachers Mrs. Berenice Colby Miss Enid Sawyer and Mrs. Margaret Scott. The performance featured a miniature microphone and script with focus on voice, some action, and a biography read by Frances Callan followed by community singing. Cast included Orlene Grey Rae Marjorie Chase Walter Maass Paulding Forrest Drake Van Wort Ernest Barnes Virginia Andre Paul Johnson Elwyn Chadbourne Smith Rodney Lewis and others.

Central Grammar School Berenice Colby Enid Sawyer Margaret Scott Benedict Arnold Frances Callan Arnald Ernest Barnes Arnold Virginia Andre Aati Torteae Os Dels Paul Johnson McHenfyeens Elwyn Chadbourne Smith Rodney Lewis

Municipal Court Hears Bangor Man Plead Guilty on Drink Charge

In a Saturday session Recorder Harold J. Rubin presided. Fred Campbell, 29, Bangor, pleaded guilty to intoxication and paid 5 dollars plus 5 dollars 30 cents costs. He also pled not guilty to carrying a concealed six inch knife, was found guilty, case filed. Knife seized after shoplifting attempt. store owner declined charges. Joseph E. Hunt, Lisbon Falls, held for driving without a license, paid 5 dollars 75 cents costs. State Highway Patrolman Herbert Marriner was the complainant.

Fred Campbell Bangor Campbell John Foley Joseph E. Hunt Lisbon Falls Herbert Marriner

Nurses' Association Plans Winter Entertainment

Bath Memorial Hospital Nurses' Association held its third quarterly meeting on Thursday evening. A committee led by Mrs Grace Blair and Mrs Verna Bowie will plan an entertainment this winter. Refreshments were served. The fourth meeting is set for April 18 with officer elections for the next year.

Bath Memorial Hospital Grace A. Blair Verna Bowie Ethel Blake Helen F. Higgins Estelle K. Thompson Edith Rich Margaret McLuer Jane Haggett Blair Nellie McCabe Josephine Moore

President's Birthday Ball Planned in New Armory

Nate Gold and his orchestra will play the annual President's birthday ball Friday in the new armory. Club Garret and Battery H sponsor this fundraiser for the Warm Springs Foundation. Notables include Senator Sumner Sewall and Mayor Arthur Sewall.

Nate Gold New Armory Club Garret Battery H C. A.C H.D Warm Springs Foundation Sumner Sewall Arthur Sewall Archibald M. Main Dominique J.tardif James W. Temple Fred D. Hill Edith E. Mackinnon Mary H. Cunningham Garret Alice M. Mulligan Rita M. Cummings Henrietta French Clarence H. Ayer C. Marjorie Trott

Girl Scout Leaders Association Meeting Recap

Mrs John Parker hosted the Girl Scout Leaders Association gathering at 106 North Street where reviews on Child Management and Understanding the Adolescent Girl were presented. Council representative Mrs Alfred E Carpenter announced consultants available. next meeting set for February with a Valentine social and covered dish supper.

John Parker Girl Scout Leaders’ Association North Street Jacob Smith Arthur Bowker David S. Cogan James A. Gillies, Jr Frank Saunders Alma S. Kirkpatrick Harry Collins Bowen Torrey Linwood F. Carr Alfred E. Carpenter Association Leonard F. Wetherbee Stanley Hunter Parker Carr

Navy Club Meets Thursday Evening in Odd Fellows Hall

Admiral Charles F. Hughes ship, Navy Club of the U S A, opened at eight bells with 14 members. The charter remains open 60 days for Navy Marine Corps and Coast Guard veterans to join. Next meeting February 1 will feature a mess call after anchor.

Charles F. Hughes Navy Club Odd Fellows Hall Navy Marine Corps Coast Guard

Barrel of clothing shipped to Finns

Mrs. William B. Campbell of Arrow Sie sent another barrel of clothing to the Finnish Consulate for relief of Finland. Heavy winter wear is needed due to severe cold, including overcoats coats underwear jackets sweaters shoes stockings dresses hats and mittens. Contact Mrs Campbell by phone to donate.

William B. Campbell Arrowsie Finland Campbell

Preacher Aids Stranded Horse On School Street

A Rockland truck man’s horse shivered in the afternoon cold on School street. A stranger, who had arrived with bundles, paused to place a blanket back on the animal and share a kind smile as the sermon-like scene unfolded.

Rockland School Street

Richmond man pleads not guilty in DWI case

Walter James of Richmond was arrested by Marriner in Bowdoinham on a charge of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He pleaded not guilty and the case was continued to Saturday January 27.

Walter James Richmond Marriner Bowdoinham

Bath Box Company Names Officers at Annual Meeting

James A. Gillies Jr was re elected president of Bath Box Co at the annual meeting Friday afternoon New Haven Conn Mrs James A Gillies vice president Judge Arthur J Dunton secretary James A Gillies Jr treasurer and general manager Directors include the officers and Fred W Courser Jr War ner N H Bangor gets coverage in the National Railway Historical Society bulletin which recounts the Bangor Old Town and Milford railroad project its early equipment right of way construction and its role in lumber transport to Bangor for vessel shipment.

James A. Gillies, Jr Bath Box Co James A. Gillies New Haven Bangor National Railway Historical Society of Philadelphia Bangor, Old Town Milford C. of C Samuel Veazie

Hale Files Candidacy for Congress in Maine 1st District

Hon Robert Hale of Portland former Speaker of the Maine House enters the Republican race for Congress in Maine 1st district. Hale a four term legislator veteran of WWI and a contemporary of James C Oliver and Lowell Mayor George Coe. primary date set for June 17.

Robert Hale Portland Maine House Clarence Hale United States District Court U. S Frederick Hale Peremar Maine House of Representatives Majority Now Hale James C. Oliver George C. Coe Lowell

Talk on Denmark Highlighted by Grace Church Club

Grace Church Men's club met in the parish house with a roast beef supper served by St. Mary's Guild. Carl Severin, an employee of Bath Iron Works, spoke about Denmark's history culture and cooperatives showing photos and silverware. The next meeting will be January 31 with Daniel Williams as committee chair.

Grace Church Men's Club St. Mary's Guild Pres Edward Sewall Carl Severin Severin Bath Iron Works Corp Denmark Daniel Williams

Boxes to Receive Public Contributions

Attractive boxes placed in business district points by Mrs. James W. Nostall as General Canvass chairwoman for the Infantile Paralysis drive. Every cent except the first dime pays for the box. the rest funds the fight, with half staying in the county and half used nationally.

James W. Nostall

Shipbuilders Amateur Radio Association Meeting in Maine

A Maine group formed the Shipbuilders Amateur Radio Association with 18 members meeting weekly on Tuesday evenings at Ernest J. Robichaud’s radio shop at 65 Center Street. Sessions begin with 30 minutes of code followed by business. equipment includes a 100 watt transmitter and ABC 155 receiver as they build a television set and operate high frequency gear. Editor Esters notes one in five Maine residents obtained a hunting or fishing license last year.

Shipbuilders Amateur Radio Association Ernest J. Robichaud Center Street Esters The Houston Times Maine

Joint Installation of Knights and Sisters in Lowell and Acadia Lodge

Lowell Temple Pythian Sisters and Acadia Lodge Knights of Pythias held a joint installation after a turkey supper in Pythian hall. Officers installed included Mrs. Marion Darrah as most excellent chief and Lila Haskell as grand chief. About 80 members attended the ceremony and an entertainment followed.

Lowell Temple Nellie Hynes Arletta Yates Lila Haskell Auburn Daisy Foss Jennie Sudds Edith Colby Topsham Acadia Lodge Earl Freeman Harry Williams Harry H. Watson Charles Landers Frank Danforth William H. Shea Donald Wilson Russell Kenney Seth Stewart Charles Dunning Percy Pratt Freeport

Vacancies Open in the Marine Corps Recruiting in Maine

Sergeant Roy L. Goulart announces open Marine Corps vacancies for Maine youths aged 18 to 30 with height 64 to 75 inches. Applicants under 21 need parental consent and should contact Portland Recruiting Station at City Hall. Life offers travel, education, and promotion. post office visits provide info. Dunlap commandery Easter Monday ball planned at the State armory March 25 with broad invitations and large attendance expected.

Roy L. Goulart U. S. Marine Corps Portland Maine United States Marine Corps City Hall Marine Corps Dunlap Commandery E. T New State Armory

Weekly Crossword Buzzle 38 Chinese coir

Crossword clues list with entries 38 through 51 including Chinese coir to Insane. Hints cover actions, objects, and relations like to fish custom streetcar and hammer head. Answers align with common crossword fills and era style clues.

Mother Eager Streetcar Upon

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bath Independent B. Nichols Treas Barry Webber, Editor United States Bureau of Fisheries West Bath Grange Hall DR. Woods Charles MacDonald John Michael Portsmouth N. H John M. Conley Beacon Street Tardif St. Mary’s P.T.A Alice L. Bennett Roy T. Woodward Wilbur FE. Cox Fannie M Cox Clarence Seavey Ethel G. Moore Land Haskell Ereetey Gardiner R. Deering Harold J. Rubin Nurses’ Association Girl Scout Leaders Association Bath Box Company Meeting Radio Association AIX IRIP Joip Knights and Sisters K. P P.S Marine CO Theodore Gates Strange King Features Syndicate, Inc
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