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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1910
Page
2
The community notes two local banks relocating to new, commodious buildings reflecting their soundness and growth. William D. Sewall is credited for financial leadership backed by capable boards and staff, enhancing the banks’ reputations beyond the state line.
The Independent reports rising subscription lists as Sagadahoe county residents and out-of-town relatives read weekly home news. It notes plans to continue thorough coverage, urges mailing more readers, and mentions local issues including Winneganee sidewalk pole obstruction, August guest influx, and Republicans optimistic about the September election.
The Seguin tug crew and Bath Tron Works employees aboard the Cuban gun boat Hatner witnessed a dramatic clash between a whale and a swordfish between Small Point and Seguin after noon last Wednesday. The swordfish' spear remained lodged in the whale as the creatures fought, with the whale leaping and tail strikes producing cannon-like splashes. The fight continued toward Kenniehbee and both animals were believed killed.
The remains of Mrs Caroline E widow of Capt Josiah B Elwell were brought from Portland to this city and interred at Oak Grove Cemetery. Rev N B Cook of Beacon Street Church conducted the service at the grave. Mrs Elwell had lived on Front Street for years and was in Portland with her son Sherman Elwell who attended. Also present were William H Trufant and Miss Trufant of Portland. Miss Marion W Sturtivant of Waterville visited the Wing family. Winter Street Church held a meeting voting to accept Rev O W Folsom s resignation as pastor for Oct 31, his 38th ordination anniversary. A resolutions committee was named and emeritus honor considered. parish date pending.
West Bath items describe family picnics at Foster Point and a deep sea fishing trip by W G Bates and party, local cottage moves, summer residents, and social visits. Mentions Sabine circus talk, pond lilies, berry picking, grange sessions, and shifts of Bath residents at cottages and schools through late July.
Eva Pratt visits Bath friend as West Bath hosts annual straw ride to Foster's Point and picnic on Isaac W. Coombs shore. Togus trip by Mrs. Groves and Mrs. Craig. Sasanoa river excursion by Turner family. Morse horse incident near North Bath ends with minor carriage damage. Oakledge crowds grow at casino events while A G Fisher runs Foster's Point operations and boat repairs. Local gardens yield berries and seasonal bustle continues.
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