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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1922

Page

6

Winnegance Club Plans Regular Meeting and Summer Events

The Winnegance Community club schedules a Thursday evening meeting at 7 30 in the old clubhouse to discuss completion of the new building and anticipate a large turnout. Attendees learn of summer plans including Bridge Hall entertainment, dances, Grange events, and local visits spilling into August.

Winnegance Community Club Earle I Morse Walter Rumford Bath and Lisbon Falls Li Falls Lisbon Bath AM Stars Richmond Jessie Kelley Phippsburg Carleton Wotbriet M. W. Tibbetts Rockport Freeport Joshua N. Tibbets Omar Perry Arthur Anse Meadowbredk Fehvin Thm Thteepaer Com Belle Dunn Abbie Reynolds South Portland M. W Adams Merrill Wallace Jonesport Marcellus Avaims Charles E. Dewitt, Jr Cedric Reynolds Hewitt Charles E. Tewitt, Sr Capitol Island John G. Morse & Sons Westport William A. Perry Bridge Hall Charles Rogers Perry Elay Olney CC Charles BR. Willistas Towkinham Dromore Grange Wingecunee Phippstare Center Walker High Street

Cosy Dwelling for Camp Life on Wheels

Mr and Mrs E H Bryant of Everett Massachusetts with daughters Mable Ruth and their dog Mitch travel in a self contained motor home to Lake Moosehead for several weeks. The three ton Velie chassis carries a living room dining area sleeping berths a complete kitchen a water tank and toilet with ample storage and lighting from 25 windows. Mrs Bryant as school principal and Mr Bryant head of a college preparatory course at Everett High School have completed four seasons in this vehicle covering about 5000 miles

Bryant Everett Mass Mable Ruth Airedate Mitch Bath Lake Moosehead Everett High School Bryant School Falmouth Iryant

Importance of complete birth records emphasized by city clerk

City Clerk Gilmore announces a push to complete birth records with full names. Since January 1 about 20 records lack a listed first name, prompting contact with parents. The completed record goes to the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the State House Augusta and bears the State seal with governor’s name.

Gilmore Bureau of Vital Statutes Department of Health State House Augusta

Patten and Paine Win Amguneta Baby Marathon

Patten and Paine dominated the six mile Amguneta Baby Marathon amid mud and rough roads. Patten finished first in 37 minutes, narrowly beating Paine by two seconds after Paine Missed a turn marker. Ward, a male worker in Augusta, placed fifth.

Amguneta Clyde Pattenon FE. C. Patten Gardiner Roeland Patten Paine Yestcore R Paren Warold Ward Cath Ber Augusta

William K. Denham Dies at Bowdeinham Home

William K. Denham died Monday noon at his Bowdeinham home from heart disease after years of illness. A Bowdeinham resident all his life he was a former butcher and later a store clerk. He leaves a wife four brothers and three sisters with names given as Emma Mars Portleinham and Clarinda Blair of Bath.

William K. Denham Main Street Bowdeinham Palph Jon Porthiad George Falwin J. Wall Baowdeinham Sherman

One Among Many Wedding Troubles

London Opinion denounces throwing rice at weddings as a dangerous custom. The piece argues that while this danger exists, there are other risks at weddings that deserve consideration.

London

Hailing Craft Receives Only Frigid Reply

The ice laden schooner Lizzie Snow from Winterport, captained by Frost, meets a fog bound coaster at sea. A terse exchange follows as the stranger asks for the Lizzie Snow and its commander and cargo, revealing a stark standoff over a chilly load.

G. G. Deering Lizzie Snow Frost Winterport Atlantic Capt

Six Bath boys going to Camp Devens in August

Six Bath youths including Karcher S Jackson Frank A Arsenault Edward F Gaudet John F Want Donald F Specht and William V Backlin will attend the Citizens Military Training Camp at Camp Devens Mass starting August 1. Lt Richard Schlesberg of Portland in charge, overseeing 3440 New England boys for a month of free government training under Col George Williams at Fort Ethan Allen Vermont. The Maine recruitment and local leaders anticipate strong turnout as the camp offers body-building drills, swimming, baseball, track, and moral welfare supervision by five chaplains and doctors. Parents are assured of care and guidance comparable to home. Applications to Philip Sharpe at 6 Gray Street Portland or the regular army recruiting station City Hall Portland.

Karcher S. Jackson Frank A. Arsenault Eaward F. Gaudet John F. Want Donald F. Specht William V. Backlin Bath Camp Devens Mass Citizens Richard Schlesberg Portland New England Sam Schiesberg Ith Gen. Edward Bexton Schlesberg C. Mo T. U George Williams Third Cavalry Fort Ethan Atken Vermont Cap Devens Anl Ra. Edwards Mr. Sharpe Gray Street Reod& City Hall

Central Pastor to Tour Northern Maine for Great Northern

Rev. David L. Wilson of Central Congregational Church will tour Northern Maine at the invitation of Mont S. Hil of Augusta to deliver sermons and speeches. The circuit spans over 400 miles and may take two weeks with stops at mont jelated camps and permanent facilities. The Great Northern Paper Co funds moving pictures and educational displays, plus reading material and games for workers, as part of a social service program.

David L. Wilson Central Congregational Church Mont S. Hil Augusta Spruce Wood Department Great Northern Paper Co Delver Maine Worb Great Northern

Kissing Hazard Prompts Talk Of Marriage

A woman and a silent young man discuss kissing, with the man warning it is dangerous because it could lead to marriage. Their exchange reveals social views on romance and commitment in a curious dialogue.

Southern Trees Interest Seth In Virginia News

The Southern Branch Va local notes describe spring and early summer in Bath and Virginia, noting shade trees, hydrangeas, magnolias, and fruit bloom. It mentions beet harvest activity, market berries, new potatoes, and local gardening as well as memories of Battery 1 veterans from the Spanish American War and World War I connections. The weather is described as cloudy then warmer, with a closing signoff from Seth dated June 24, 1922.

Falitor The Independent Old Dominion Willoy Ness Valin Gardner Battery 1 Wlr. Kimball Edward TL. Saunder Carlton Lewis the Times Bath

Maine Women Plan Publicity to Host National Convention

Maine will showcase a miniature camping scene at the National Convention of the Business and Professional Women’s clubs in Chattanooga. Miss Elizabeth F E Webber of Worthind will lead the publicity exhibit for Portland's 1925 hosting effort, backed by Maine merchants and clubs with thousands of souvenirs and samples shipped to Tennessee.

Maine Buiness and Professional Women’s Clubs Chattanooga Elizabeth FE. Webber Wortlhind Bath Portland Portlaind Club Federation Banger Club

Edison Co. names Maurice Gres as efficiency man

Maurice J. Gresh is appointed to lead efficiency work at Edison Co. after serving with the United States Army and prior experience at Brown University and Union Rubber. The article notes his draft era service, college background, and role in coordinating efficiency measures among jobbers and departments.

Brown United States Wty Stewart States Rubber Co Abswerin Edison

Morse Records Guarded in Portland Court Case

Documents and books seized by the United States are under guard by secret service and court officers as Morse of Bath and Rupert Much face removal indictments in Portland. The cargo from Washington was moved under guard to the Court House to be used in challenging the Maine to New York charges. Proceedings focus on the indictments validity with briefs filed and a possible resumption next Monday. Miss Winnefred Wall has returned home to South Windham for the Sumner.

United States Secret Service Charles W. Morse Bath Porthimi Washington New York Court House John F. A. Merrill United States Steamship Company New York State Morse Maine Chapin Mowse and Mueh Morse and Much Porthland

Petition Aims to Put Daylight Time to Popular Vote

A Bath businessman plans to circulate a petition for a referendum on daylight saving time. He argues the change causes travel trouble and misalignment with standard time. He says Brunswick uses standard time and cites late-night outings and early mornings as impacts. He would back a vote if supported by the people.

Bath Brunswick

Free ferry and all night service urged for Bath and Woolwich line

In Maine Ferries column readers urge Bath and Woolwich boat line to run all night and propose state operation of free service during tourist season. They argue free ferries and bridges attract visitors and boost hotel revenue, noting current 50 cent fare may hinder traffic.

Maine Ferries George H. Clark Boston Maine Bath and Woolwich

Death of Jessie Florence Greenough in Yarmouth

Oscar D. Greenough of Walton Nova Scotia was summoned by the death of his sister Jessie Florence Greenough 41 at Yarmouth hospital June 26 after a serious operation. She had lived in Boston before visiting Hebron and was operated on there. Funeral was held June 28. Survived by sister Mrs James Baxter of Hebron and sister Mrs Robinson of Walton and brothers John of Walton and Oscar of Bath.

Oscar DD. Greenough Walton Hants County N. S Jessie Florence Silas Greenough Yarmouth Hospital Miss Greenough Boston Hebron Yarmouth County James Baxter

Snipe Begomes New President at Maine Medical Disassociation Meeting

The Maine Medical Association annual meeting at the Falmouth Hotel closed with Dr. Langdon T. Snipe of Bath named president-elect following Dr. Addison S. Thayer. Dr. G. A. Moulton and Dr. J. W. Nichols won key officer posts while Dr. Walter H. Miner and Dr. Bertram N. Bryant filled vice-president and secretary-treasurer roles respectively. Next gathering set for Houston June 12–14, 1925 with new councilors and delegates named.

House of ‘Delegates Maine’ Medical Disociation Falmouth Langdon T. Snipe Bath Addison S. Thayer Portland G. A. Moulton Hartland J. W. Nichols Woington Walter H. Miner Calais Bertram N. Bryant Bangor Houston Walter Gilbert Lewis Hodgkins Ellsworth James MacFayden Milo C. H. Burgess Ir. D. A Robinson National Council of Medical Education Addison 8. Thayer Vortalnd National Legislative Council

Death of Mrs. Julia A. Nash at 74 in Bath area

Mrs. Julia A. Nash 74 widow of Columbus P. Nash died after a three month illness with heart complications. A Bath resident since 1800 she previously lived in Columbia Falls and on Washington Street near Moulton's corner. Survived by son Irving H. Nash daughter Mrs. Rufus D. Moulton two grandsons Parker N. and Roger Moulton and great grandson Parker N. Moulton Jr.

Julia A. Nash Columbus P. Nash Washington Street Beacon Street Moulton’s Corner Nash Cutler Alexander Martha Parker Columbia Falls Bath Irving H. Nash Rufus D. Moulton Parker N Roger Moulton Parker N. Moulton, Jr Earl of

Good Cheer Evangelist Frank Curtis Plans Maine Visit

Good Cheer Evangelist Frank Curtis of Boston, known as the Good Cheer Evangelist, will tour Maine in July preaching the Gospel in Brunswick, Bath, Freeport, Yarmouth, East Harpswell, Woolwich, and Cundy’s Harbor. The trip operates without denomination ties, funded by a group of Boston businessmen. Mrs. J W Mains of Portland spends weeks with her parents in Woolwich.

Frank Curtis Boston Good Cheer Maine Brunswick Bath Freeport Yarmouth East Harpswell Wiscasset Cundy's Harbor J. W. Mains Portland John Sheldon Woolwich

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