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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1912
Page
6
The Bath and Sagadahoc County probate filings show petitions for estates of Charles Barnes and David S. Cowles plus Frederick Flow and others. Notices order publication of hearings in Bath Independent for claims, asset valuations, and tax matters with details on heirs, executors, and dates for appearance.
Breeding for Eggs reports a springfield Ohio agrarian article on egg- laying power tied to a hen's excess capacity and inherited through pedigreed sires. It argues for individual pedigrees as with racehorses, promising revolution and profits for early adopters in poultry breeding.
Bath resident C H Jordan of 40 York St Bath Maine testifies that after a four year kidney complaint attack he found relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills purchased at Webber's Drug Store. He reiterates continued confidence and urges publication of his endorsement. Sold by all dealers priced 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY agents. Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
Washington correspondent Judson OG Welliver argues the new parcels post will fail to deliver farmers produce to urban markets. He cites limited local supply near big cities and high transport costs, noting only eggs might ship farther with constrained pricing.
A school page presents a paraphrased list of ten commandments urging patience at home, empathy for neighbors, leniency toward others, constructive criticism, generosity, kindness to youths, cheerful demeanor, and diligent class work, encouraging positive behavior.
A Farm and Fireside poultry editor discusses profitable duck farming with practical advice. Key points include providing ample drinking water, deep water dishes for bill immersion to prevent nostril smothering, and self feeding water fountains for ducklings to keep feathers dry. On large farms, ducks are moved to amusements before storms and lanterns are kept lit at night to reduce stress.
The Bath City Hospital benefit indoor circus in Bath under Harry C. Webber and H. A. Huse impressed the writer with its high talent and entertaining side show curiosities. The Richmond Bee praises local talent as equal to many professionals and urges Bath residents to attend. Letter Carrier Frank Ramsey returns to his route after illness.
Two nearby farmers share a mower and a two row corn planter by alternating ownership each year. They save about 49 dollars and avoid extra storage needs by exchanging services. The plan works for small jobs like ice harvesting. neighbors can borrow or swap equipment for mutual benefit.
A Farm and Fireside contributor argues farmers favor surface beauty aiding sales from apples to horses. The piece cites rosy fruit, plump colts, painted farmhouses, straight fences, and fat pigs as market helpers, concluding skin-deep appeal boosts value and even love. Miss Sophia Mikelsky of Henry F. Miller & Sons Piano Co. visits local home.
A humorous essay extols cows as sensible creators of butter, preferring country life over city fads. It notes their unfettered limbs, restraint in speech, and unworried outlook. The piece ends with a nod to accepting things as they are and avoids overreach.
A twelve year old, Eugene Durand, raised 686 pounds twelve bushels of a single seed potato at the New York state fair. He started with a fourteen eyed potato planted in a hot bed and sand, then transplanted sprouts to soil. This yield is stated as twice any previous record.
The Lent rules set by Rev James P E O Connell chancellor of the Boston archdiocese govern fasting abstinence and devotions for the holy season. Fasting is required on all days of Lent except Sundays for those over 21 not frail. 60 and older are exempt. exemptions include the sick pregnant nursing women and those in hard labor or health risk. One full meal and a light supper on fast days with coffee and bread at breakfast. Meat may be eaten once on most weekdays and on all Lent days except specific days. fresh meat and fish may not be eaten together. Those dispensed must mortify themselves in other ways and abstain from intoxicants. Lenten devotions will be provided in churches with emphasis on prayer contributions and sacraments.
E F Kelley visiting Boston joined the State House committee on Federal Relations during discussion of a federal Constitution income tax amendment. He urged adoption much as in Augusta two years ago. Maine remains the sole New England state to ratify the measure, with 34 states already on board and two more needed.
An item for sale listed under Mrs. R. D. Bibber located at 27 Front Street Bath. The notice provides the seller name and street address as the primary details of the sale.
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