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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
5
Bridge receipts for the first six months of 1929 totaled 44825.40 dollars, up 6880.80 from 1928’s 37944.60, and surpass ferry receipts for the period by 11,422.2 dollars. The report notes a 13 percent gain from 1927 to 1928 and a 34 percent edge of bridge over ferry in 1929 for the same span, with a general year‑over‑year increase in the six‑month period.
W Gerald Holmes of Augusta spoke to the Bath Rotary about New England trade and industry. he cited 80 years of losses in lumber shipbuilding and textiles, noted large imports, and urged diversification with new industries and lower power costs. The gathering included Rotarians Joe Hubbard and others, with a wedding announced for Joan Sturtevant and Frank G Farrington of Augusta.
Fifty eight tanned soldiers of Battery H 240th Coast Artillery returned to Bath by special troop train after a two week encampment at Fort Williams South Portland. Lieut Elver Stickney led with Lieut Joseph Butler as second in command. Corporal Henry Savage placed second in the regimental rapid rifle shooting event.
An unusual number of California travelers visit Maine this year, attributed to a national touring campaign by the Automobile Club of Southern California. Maine's Clarence C. Stetson coordinated literature distribution, with Don Stewart Doig reporting that West Coast clubs widely promote See America first to boost domestic tourism. New England has received an abnormal share of the California cars this year.
Officers of Solar lodge met at the Masonic temple Monday evening to map a grand 125th anniversary celebration. The event will occur on a night to feature officers of the Grand lodge and many visitors with an excellent program planned.
Boston businessman Carl Dreyfus known for leadership at Congress Shirt Co in Bath and later owner of a factory at 831 Middle Street is profiled. He values joy in life, pursues autographs, boating, golf, and baseball, and supports youth through Massachusetts training schools and Boston City Hospital. He serves as trustee for multiple institutions and remains active in civic affairs.
Mr and Mrs Edgar Phinney of West Orange New Jersey with daughters Grace and Evelyn and sons Robert and Edgar Jr arrived Saturday to spend a few weeks at their summer home in Arrowsic.
In a Sebasco golf tournament a 200 yard drive on number four sent the ball into a wooden water bucket by a brook. Players deemed the bucket not a hazard and dropped the ball back. Bath attorney Edward W. Bridgham weighed a hypothetical rule allowing the bucket’s contents to be carried to the green without touching the ball.
The American Legion in Maine calls Legionnaires and citizens to vote Yes or No on five questions including amendments to the state constitution, highway bonds, and tax measures on gasoline and surplus power. It stresses citizen duty, impartiality in politics, and urges turnout to reflect the will of the people.
James Hammond, 16, of New York City won the First Annual Sebasco Tournament at Shore Acres, defeating E M Hamlin of Unicorn Country Club 6 and 5 in the final after a 19 hole semifinal win over Courtney C. Brown. Alden Smith took Class B, and Miss Gordon Schoff of Media won Class C.
A casual survey near Bath Iron Works and Hyde Windlass shows about 180 of 1200 workers own cars, with Fords most popular among 42 of the 180 owners. Chevrolets and Buicks follow, Essex and other brands present. Ford touring cars appear prominently in the vendor’s view.
Tiosea C Ballou son of Mr and Mrs George M Ballou of Little Wood Island ran the Englewood Golf Club course in under two hours during Wool club tournament. His gross score was 88 with a 16 handicap. Other items note Ping pong at Camp Littlewood and visits by Jean Quick and Elizabeth Devlin at local camps.
Mrs Clara Spear of Pearl Street is visiting her son Allan Spear and his wife at Popham Beach for a few days.
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