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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1933
Page
2
Fishermen along the coast report few lobsters and generally low prices for fish including Tinker mackerel. A Phippsburg fisherman cited hundreds of pounds unsold while thousands suffer near starvation due to lack of work and money. Despite surplus in some areas, economic relief via the recovery act and government agencies is slowly easing conditions and could speed up prosperity.
Officials and manufacturers push higher speeds while slowing speeds lag, arguing cars could be designed for fifty and drivers kept at thirty five to forty. If lower speeds were common, accidents would decline, as thirty five to forty suffices to reach destinations quickly.
The plan to legalize 3.2 percent beer for the first time in over sixty years is expected to boost employment and state revenues through license fees and excise taxes. Consumers will bear costs, and if beer sales rise, spending may shift from other trades. Authorities urge orderly operations and a fair trial, with public opinion forming over the coming months.
May auto output reached 218,171 vehicles, the highest monthly total since July 1931, the Department of Commerce shows. May passenger car production was 184,578, with 33,539 trucks. Through May, total output 753,656, up from 688,342 in the prior year and 1,322,295 two years ago.
Reported returns of sturgeon to Maine rivers after years away with sightings in the Penobscot. Historically abundant in the Kennebec, interest rose as markets revived. the species vanished again. The hope extends to shad, once plentiful and profitable for Maine fishermen each spring.
The proposed bus service between Portland and Rockland would attract travelers, boosting Woolwich and Bath traffic on cold or stormy days when crossing the Kennebec bridge is unappealing. A popular fare is likely to enhance convenience for Woolwich residents.
The Public Utilities Commission grants a certificate to Maine Central Transportation Company to operate a Portland to Rockland bus service via Bath. Passengers may be picked up at the Bath terminal but not along the street railway line between Bath and Brunswick.
Mrs. Fred K. Sturtevant entertained Les Camarades Musicaux at the Brown sisters 492 Middle street with a program including Saint-Saens Samson et Dalilah and varied piano duos solos and duets performed by Mrs. Sturtevant Mrs. Albee Mr. McPherson and other club members.
Gloria Sprague four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs George Sprague of Topsham was struck by a passing automobile on the Augusta road about three miles from Topsham. She suffered severe lacerations and body bruises after being dragged about 40 feet but no bones were broken. A Brunswick physician stitched her cheek and she was brought to Bath City hospital for X rays and observation.
The Salvation Army plans its annual drive for funds with committee chair Edward W. Bridgham and Capt. Miller coordinating. Rupert Veinot from Boston campaign headquarters assists Bath organizers interviewing influential citizens to support extensive charitable and religious work for the coming year.
Woodbury Brackett town manager of Washburn and his wife Mrs Brackett with their daughter Eugenia spent the holiday with Mrs George H Colby at 125 Bedford Street, the grandmother of Mrs Brackett.
Rev Joseph O Purdue resigns after five and a half years at Congregational Church Shelburne Falls Mass to take a Bath Mo Winter Street church call starting Oct 1 The pastor cites strong parish ties and hopes for a smoother transition with a pulpit supply committee to be appointed Friday night
Mr and Mrs William F Ham celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary at home with relatives and out of town guests from Portland and Worcester. The couple hosted a chicken dinner followed by cards and refreshments. They were married in Bath by Rev Omar W Folsom and now reside at 85 Pearl Street Bath.
Mr and Mrs John H Labbie announce their marriage held June 24 in Saco. The couple, who after a wedding trip to Bar Harbor reside at 16 Andrews Road, are named with families from Hanover New Hampshire and Biddeford. Labbie works as a clerk for Bath Iron Works inspector staff on the destroyer Dewey project. Rev George Holgate officiated at the ceremony.
The Bath team posted a commendable performance as the story continues from Page One. The piece notes the generosity of the Davenport fund trustees and mentions fourteen others departing Saturday for the YMCA camp, with another group prepared to go the next Saturday.
A nostalgic travelogue describes a Maine coast picnic car ride to a farm yard. dogs greet visitors and lead to a garden, as seals, gulls, warblers and lobster dory watchers set a seaside backdrop. The scene ends with twilight return, a cool shower, and a perfect summer night.
The Maine Central Transportation Co. began Portland to Rockland bus service via Bath with railroad‑standard safety measures. Weekday departures 6 10 a.m. and 9 10 a.m. from Bath, Sundays 7 30 a.m. and 4 40 p.m., Bath to Rockland 1 20 p.m., and 7 40 p.m. Weekday Bath to Portland runs 1 h 20 m. Bath to Rockland 1 h 40 m. Service avoids competition with nearby lines per permit.
Nine malt beverage licenses were approved by the municipal officers on June 28, with four for restaurants three for hotels and two for clubs. Aldermen Daugherty and Sewall were absent. The special committee on licenses was empowered to review future carnival or circus applications. Also granted a permit for a Frankfurt stand near old City hall and a note of a Pleasant Lake trip by Mr and Mrs Ernest Wood and family on the Fourth.
Bath treated a dozen or more Fourth of July victims with anti-toxin serum after powder burns and explosions. Victims included Howard Mayo, Leon Brown, Durward Bowie, Arthur Paulin, Cora Geraldine, Henry Middleton, Pauline McNeil, and Carl Richter, with doctors Smith Grant and others tending injuries. Police noted an unusually quiet celebration.
Miss Case, a former physical education teacher at the American college in Nanking, China, arrives in Maine after seven years at Nanking. A Wellesley graduate, she spoke on the Chinese scene, praising education among Chinese leaders while noting the challenge of unity across provinces. She recalled the 1927 Nanking uprising and Dr. John Williams being shot. Miss Case recalled the impact on college safety and student attendance during unrest and the Japanese invasion era.
Mrs Edward J McMann returns from Old Orchard on a business trip. Mrs Mark W Sewall opens her Summer home at Southport for the season. Mr and Mrs Robert Percy of Boston spend weekend with Mrs Frederick Percy at Small Point. Mr and Mrs Marvin R Truss return from Nashua New Hampshire visiting her mother Mrs Anna L McNeil and Bangor friends. The longest distance between two points is the down payment and the one that makes you paid up.
A dense list of across and down clues from a puzzle page includes numerous definitions and word hints. The entry notes that the solution will appear in the next issue, indicating a teaser for readers to return for the answer.
Uriel R. Stover 81 of 48 Russell street Bath died Saturday night after a long illness. Born in Harpswell son of Uriel Stover he came to Bath from Bowdoin Center 33 years ago. He worked at Hyde Windlass Co for over 25 years retiring due to ill health. Twice married he is survived by his second wife two sons Daniel Stover of Lisbon Falls Walter Stover of Bath and two daughters Mrs Harold L Safford of Bath and Mrs Martha Thompson of Augusta. Funeral Monday at two at Fred S Curtis home 105 Center street with Rev Charles M Tubbs of Grace church officiating. Bearers Harold L Safford Jr Harvey Thompson Walter Stover and Daniel Stover.
William Ellsworth Robbins aged 72 former Arrowsic resident died Wednesday at the State hospital in Augusta after ten years as a patient. He was born in Hudson New Hampshire and once ran two Roxbury Massachusetts variety stores. He retired to a farm in Arrowsic where he lived 21 years before illness forced hospital care. He belonged to Masonic and Odd Fellows lodges in Natick Massachusetts. His wife died in 1914. Surviving are three daughters Olive Corbett of Upton Massachusetts Jessie Lincoln and Hazel Dow of Natick a son Chester Robbins of Natick and another son Ellsworth Robbins.
Miss Nellie L. Leighton 45 died in South Bristol from a heart attack after prolonged illness. Formerly a military designer in Boston, she returned home Friday for a short vacation. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. George M. Leighton, sister Mrs. Edwin A. Rogers, Bath, and brothers Everett and Warren Leighton. Funeral held Wednesday at 10 AM at parental home.
Fred Googins 67 former Kings Tavern proprietor Scarboro died by suicide at home, leaving a note requesting no preaching singing or flowers and saying he wished to be buried like a dog. He had suffered illness three years and previously owned Summer boarding houses in Scarboro. His son Joseph found the note and reported him missing, with brothers Fred Jr. and state troopers discovering the body in the bedroom. He is survived by four sons and two daughters.
Ardeen Cote of Bath died Monday from prolonged poisoning after illness lasting days. He leaves his mother and stepfather Cora Robinson, his father Paul Cote, a brother Reginald L. Cote, two half brothers Edmund and Joseph, and a half sister Marie Cote. Funeral Friday at two in Bath with Rev. Charles H. Berry officiating.
Miss M Helen Sims daughter of Rev Charles R Sims of First Baptist officiated at the funeral of William E Robbins of Arrowsic at Curtis funeral home 105 Center Street The service was not attended by Mr Sims who delegated his daughter to preside The burial took place in the Robbins family burying ground Arrowsic
Miss Helen Adelaide Walker was laid to rest Friday morning at her sister Emma E. Walker home 16 Dummer Street. Rev Edward Ellis former pastor of the First Universalist church officiated. The body was taken to East New Portland for committal at the grave.
Mr and Mrs Oscar J Tanguay and daughter Elizabeth 17 Wesley street drove to Portland on the Fourth. Hugh Shaw of Oakland California arrived for a visit with his aunt Mrs Frederick H Kimball of High street. Mrs Arthur Sewalld and her mother Mrs H King Coolidge went to Kennebunkport for the day. Mr and Mrs John E Atwood son Allan and Mr and Mrs Edward C Daly spent the holiday at China Lake. Mrs Rupert H Baxter hosted her contract club for luncheon Wednesday at Washington street. Mr and Mrs Robert B Hatch and three sons Stanley Robert and Daniel with Mrs Davis Hatch and Dunlap A Hatch spent the weekend at the Hatch camp at Popham Beach. Holiday guests at the home of Mr and Mrs Solomon K Greenblatt 233 Washington street included Mrs Greenblatt's sister Mrs Samuel Levine Mr Levine their sons Charles and Robert of Boston and Mr Greenblatt's brother Peter Greenblatt Mrs Greenblatt and son Harry of Dorchester Massachusetts.
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