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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1928

Page

3

Community house weekly parties draw steady attendance

The weekly Wednesday gatherings at the community house remain popular this season in their fourth winter. Guests enjoy whist, cocoa, and cake after an organized program, with prizes awarded at various social events hosted by Mrs. Parker O. Rogers, Miss Doris Morse, and others.

Squaw Club Parker O. Rogers Winfield W. Morse Peank Ferry Robert P. Manson George M. Eaton Richard C. Morse Doris Morse Cgorhand Normal School Carl C. Troop Herbert Calderwood Rey Shackford Clyde la Nathan KE. Coffin Caddy Katherine Powers Bath Frank M. Powers Middle Street Lillian Parks Bates Street Shirt Co Lewiston Charles E. Hewitt, Jr Kittery Navy Yard Seymour Tayden Whippsburg Winneganee Community Clib Charles Perry Marion Morse Ecards Joseph N. Day Fred L. Parks

Colonial Club Men Plan Big Invasion Of Brunswick

The Colonial Club tournament team travels to Brunswick Wednesday to challenge the local club. A balanced squad from pool billiards and other games faces Brunswick’s best as 50 supporters travel for sideline cheers and refreshments. Residents include Percy Marks Reginald Stacey Carroll Watson George Fields and several others. Wallace Ham returns home to Saratoga Springs after a visit with his mother on High street.

Colonial Club Brunswick Club Brunswickites Colonial Boys Percy Marks Reginald Stacey Carrol Watson George Fields Rodney EE. Ross Joseph McCole Taery W. Owen de. Kk. M. Fuller Nichols Harry Day Melvin A. Haggett Fred Hi. Thompson Sol Whist Frank H. Turner Worthey McPhee Edward Sewall J. Haviland Torrey Cribbage Arthur W. Frantzen Harold Walker Weston L. Bonney Francis E. Parry Clinton D. Wilson Chester S. Kingsley George BR. Wolstenholme Harry D. Hall George A. Hunt Stephen McPhee Daniel Williams Wallace Ham Saratoga Springs N.Y Arthur F. Larrabee High Street Setenne

Care of pheasants for propagation in Sagadahoc

The Sagadahoc Rod and Gun association outlines winter care for pheasants aimed at propagation in Maine. It covers enclosure setup for up to 20 birds, feather pulling prevention, feeding regimes including green foods and beak-friendly supplements, water and shelter needs, and breeding season management with notes on separating cocks and hens, plus a final reporting instruction to the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Game.

Sagadahoe Rod and Gun Association Divison of Fisheries and State House Boston Massachusetts

Margaret Trufant Funeral in Wortland Home Service

The funeral of Margaret L. Trufant of Bath was held Wednesday afternoon at the home of her cousin Mrs. Elmer Hodgkins 627 Middle Street with Rev. Weston P. Holman of Beacon Street Church officiating. Burial followed at Oak Grove Cemetery.

Margaret L. Trufant Bath Wortland Elmer 1 Hodgkins Middle Street Weston P. Holman Beacon Street Burin Ovk Grove

Mayflowers Picked In Woolwich Maine By Mrs King

Mrs Alice King of Day's Ferry picked a large fragrant bouquet of Mayflowers on January 4 in David Reed's Woolwich field. The blooms were handsome as in April and their scent filled the room until heat caused them to wither.

Alice King Day's Ferry David Reed Woolwich

Reception for Chester Grover and bride at Montsweag Church

Mrs. Piiette Allen hosted a Friday night reception for Chester Grover and bride Vebna Railevoo at the Montsweag parsonage. The gathering featured gifts, a white wool wedding outfit, and a large cake, with remarks from family and friends and a floor show of mingling, gifts, and refreshments.

Chester Grover Montsweag UP Crest’ Parsonage Piiette Allen Mentsweag Cuvelh Masquid Mas Vebna Railevoo Lohengris Shatomareh Oman Mars Mollie Tailes DeWitt Greene Dr. Rathew Richard Pines Craver Mael Hi Batley Elmer de Witt Butler Miss Bishop Pavel Challen Ellis Sholfield Richard Grover Grandmother Bailey Dollie Bailes Ftothiwine Werg Bernard Iley Margery Bailey Ellis Skeffield Barbara Bailey Nellie Lake Pred Grover Dorothy Mabel Daisy

Financial report shows over 500 admitted and uncollected cash

The document details hospital and investment cash flows, with expenses of 1400 and more than 5000 uncollected. It lists cash on hand, receipts, and notes from various investments, savings deposits, and insurance. It names trustees, banks, corporations, and bonds, concluding with an examined financial statement by Marcta Moulton.

Mrs. Clara Percy Funeral Held at Daughter’s Home

The funeral for Mrs. Clara A. Percy widow of Andrew J. Percy was held Thursday at 2 PM at her daughter Mrs. Harry K E Litchfield’s home at 16 Bath Street. Officiant Mrs. Lottie Gilman, former reader at First Church of Christ Scientist, presided as bearers Otto Fk. Rullmann Augustus A. Percy and Robert Were attended. A Congregational church evening session featuring Ralph W. Bragg of Central Maine Power Co will discuss modern electricity use with refreshments served.

Christian Endeavor Murphy's Russel Baker Elizabethe Cromwell Charles Sheridan Maurice Skillins Munice Tlussey New York Millard Hanson Nequasset the Cunningham Bath Pred Carlton Henry Carlton Eastport Leon Kelley Broanswick Plow Carlton Augeaie Hunnewell Hy Ilness A. A. Stott Frederick Henderson Fred Carlton Milton Baker Wiscasset Academy North Methodist Church George LB. Wolstenholme People’s Church Alfred Ames Clara A. Percy Andrew J. Percy Harry KE. Litchfield Bath Street Lottie Gilman First Church of Christ, Scientist Otto Fk. Rullmann Augustus A. Percy Robert Oak Grove Congregational Church Ralph W. Bragg Central Maine Power Co

Pair of Bald Headed Eagles Nest at Parker Head Draw Local Attention

A pair of bald headed eagles nest at Parker Head for several summers and visit their home area monthly. Residents note the birds’ spring activity, nest inspections, and warnings to keep distance. Town officials plan the annual tax and road reports, with several candidates expected for road commissioner.

Parker Head Parker Wead Las Stmary Pareshay Diame 1 Perry Meadow Break Dia Cuthinn Campbells Pond Cathmers Prigham’s Cove Small Point Popham Sebtreen Pophan Leach Freeman T. Merritt Sebasco Portland Phippsburg

Campaign schedule for Colonel Gardiner on the Republican ticket

The text outlines a long campaign schedule for Colonel Gardiner with daily events in January and February. It lists primary domination papers received, ongoing encouraging messages, and a string of meetings across Maine towns and organizations including granges, clubs, and Legion posts.

William Puder Gardiner de Quebernatorio Vyaromath Port. God Evehange Club Maine North Lewds Grange Dansville Jimetson Ppa City Club Old Town Legion Banger Kiwanis Een Lisbon Auburn Maine Water Utilities Association Sabattus Grange Hoon Parmuveten Livermore Falls Portand Lin Porthind West Adna Dittfield Newport Brownville

Speaking Contest at Morse High

Morse High hosts a statewide speaking contest to choose a teen representative. The state winner advances to the National Oratorical Contest with a European trip prize. Sixteen Maine high schools have signaled entry as locals hope merchants sponsor prizes to support Morse’s hopeful entrant.

Morse — High Europe Morse Maine

Percy Residence Sold To Mrs Beatrice M Perow

The two story wooden dwelling at 967 Middle street sold Wednesday afternoon through Henry G. Hodgdon's agency. Mrs Eleanor D B Percy of Brookline Mass sold to Mrs Beatrice M Perow of Bath who plan to occupy around March 1. The house was built by Augustus A Percy and is a well equipped period home.

Middle Street Tlenry G

Austin Boy Returns to High School After Injury

Albert Austin son of Mr and Mrs Albert F Austin of Bedford Street is back in high school after missing early in the year due to a leg injury from summer. He is fast recovering and using crutches.

Albert Austin Albert F. Austin Bedford Street Tfe

Cobb Morris Team Tops Bath A C In Second Victory

The Cobb Morris basketball club of Auburn defeated Bath A C at Y Gym, building a second win. Front line of three six footers led by a dead shot, sensational dribbler, and strong feeder controlled play with guards, as Bath fought hard but fell behind in the third period. Captain McCabe and teammates battled, but Cobb Morris prevailed 38 to 18 with strong shooting from Pealey, Doyle, and Gilmore supporting the front line.

Cobb Morris Auburn Tors Bath AL Co Toondah Bath Adike Red Taylor Edward Tite Newcommers Cobb-Morris Hdl Pealey McCabe Warriors Tooth Nail Bara Pooler Tharrington Doyle Gilmore Joe Butler I. i Sanne Privass Harrington CSA Spear

Generous donation to fund for D A R

Daughters of the American Revolution seek 1 000 000 for the Constitution Hall building fund in Washington with 25 000 pledged if the total is met by March Over 100 090 is already available National Chairman Mrs Edith Scott Magna appeals to potential donors beyond the organization Col and Mrs William Tudor Gardiner of Maine contribute to the Maine building fund Salvation Army offers use of barracks for W C G T U meetings Union arrangements include meals and dishes Miss Abigail Carter and Miss Isabelle Carter travel from Green Street to Washington to stay with brother Edward C Carter

Daughters of the American Revolution Washington Edith Scott Magna Maine Davie S. Wiles Daughters of Maine Col Mere William Tudor Gardiner Salvation Army Water Street City Hall Union Wlclt. U

Morse High Girls Defeat Gardiner 80 to 21 in Conference win

Morse High School girls trounced Gardiner 80 21 to claim their fourth win of the season. Aderson and Scott led Morse with strong inside play while Kate McCarty disrupted Gardiner’s passing and sparked a key late rally. Thompson and Cressey combined for much of Morse’s scoring as Gardiner’s defense faltered midgame.

Morse High Brilliamtly Ae Othero OM Cy A. Gynoisiom Gardiner High Lissies Mors Adersen Scott Thompson Cressey Morse Gardiner Cape Cressey Clise Alexander McDonald Berry Anere Williams Meath Reed Deering McCarty Miss Smith Benel Atheerton Capt. Cressey Manger Morse G Mompson Aderton G Rete Davidson Wullintiius Deweth Tye Gos Lees Tore Rete Inc Hex Axl Piesn Desmond

Three Candidates File for Bath House of Representatives

Three candidates for the Republican nomination to the Maine legislature from Bath filed papers with the Secretary of State. Capt Henry W Butler and Charles W Clifford seek reelection, Henry Wright aims to succeed George A Baker now warden of the Maine state prison. Ellis L Aldrich seeks another term, while W Leslie Maloon weighs a second term with George A Hawkes of Richmond possibly to run if Maloon steps aside.

Bath Henry W. Butler Charles W. Clifford Henry ©. Wright George A. Baker Maine State Prison Sagadahoe County Ellis L. Aldrich Tonsham W. Leslie Maloon Bowdoin George A. Hawkes Richmond Mr. Maloon Mr. Hawkes

City directory project uncovers Henry G Hodgdon’s Bath files

Work on a new city directory reveals Henry G Hodgdon owns a complete file of Bath direct issues dating back to 1870. The finder doubts another such collection exists locally.

Henry G. Hodgdon Bath

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