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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1947
Page
3
A lengthy Bath column lists engagements, weddings, travel, and visits. Residents attend reunions and parties, with relatives from Portland, Bath, Rockland, and beyond visiting, departing, or planning events. Several locals depart for vacations or jobs, while others plan gatherings and celebrate birthdays and anniversaries.
Mrs Harold Miller of Melrose is noted at their home at Georgetown Center.
Mrs. William J. Smith of Chicago arrives for a two week visit with daughter and son in law Mr. and Mrs. Roy Briggs of Park Street. Henry Biggins of Chestnut Street heads to Somerville for a weekend with cousins Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gainsley.
Chief Metal Smith Jeremiah Desmond and his wife spent the weekend with Mrs. A. E. Desmond of Oak street. Their son David Desmond, a student at the New England Embalming school in Boston, was home for the weekend.
Mrs Richard Quick of Washington street was a passenger on the Saturday train for Portland. Friends will be glad to know that Captain Quick, a patient at Mercy hospital, is improving nicely.
William Kidd of Quincy Massachusetts arrived Saturday to spend the weekend with his aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Harry E Litchfield of Bath street. He joined his mother Mrs David Kidd of Stratford Connecticut visiting his sister and Mr Litchfield for a week. Mrs Kidd will take her son home to Quincy for a visit with the family and their daughter Pamela who arrived a month ago.
Hollywood star Sterling Hayden and his wife honeymooned at Boothbay Harbor, stopping by the Customs Office in the Post Office building during their visit.
Mrs. Elwood Coffin and her children Kathy Ruth Ellen and Elwood II along with Coffin's grandfather Hon William TY Gui of Bedford Street were guests of her father Samuel Guptill and family at Day's Ferry farm.
S-Sgt. and Mrs. Allen Johnson of Sacramento California stayed with Sgt. and Mrs. Samuel McElroy in Mechanic Falls and Poland after a month long visit. Mrs Johnson, formerly Barbara Allard, and her husband return to Sacramento Sunday where Sgt Johnson is stationed. Also guests included Mr and Mrs Anderson of South Street and Mr and Mrs A Frederick Anderson Jr of Lincoln Massachusetts.
A crowded social notice details Bath and surrounding towns hosting relatives and travelers from Gardiner Seattle Seattle and Everett Mass. visitors, Army nurse Maduline, Lieut. Comdr Armstrong family, Private Hamblett in San Antonio, and Boston Navy Yard workers on vacation.
The fragment notes Mrs. Pa Wilson and her son returning to Bath on a Wednesday or near that day with references to a plausible home arrival. The readable text is limited and lacks clear dates or context.
It is with regret that Mr and Mrs Inald Farnham and their son Hevere announce they will leave their Brunswick road home to return to Waterville by the first of next month. Mrs Farnham has aided the West Bath Grange and Bath’s loss will be Waterville’s gain.
Miss Ada C. Minott is featured as guest of honor at a 36 year old event. The dining room overflowed with bay colors, roses, and two cakes, one pink and silver with a white rose bouquet, the other pale blue with pink rose buds. Attendees included Mrs. Charles V. Minott, Mrs. Rose en ani, Missuline, Mrs. Thomas vobmark, Walter McCourt, Mrs. Norman Mark McCourt, Mrs. Ker and Bowker, Mrs. Walter Bowker, Mrs. Katherine Jackson of Free, Mrs. O. J., Mrs. John Leach, and Mrs. John G. Morse Jr.
Phippsburg residents and guests of Me and Mrs Moran arrived and opened the Ford home. Olga Steen, Peesee, and Walch attended Pot Popham. Beth guests at pains at ST pains. Mrs Henry Minott regains health while neighbors help. Arnold Woodward and Hanson of West Newton, Mass., were in town Monday.
Meadowbrook residents Albert Maselin and family returned from Brightwater to Brain Stee Mass. The Little and Allen Little households joined a Sunday picnic at Small Point Beach. Gardiner Dee Deer and others visited the Hughe waen City Hill. A Spenns run family member left for Ohio. A pig birth yielded 12 piglets.
Danny Frazer of Franklin Street lost his right leg when a Merchant Marine vessel was sunk. He hopes to receive treatment at Brighton Marine Hospital and to place his two older boys in the State Naval and Military Children's Home, aiming for stability soon.
Aelle, NL guests attended a Swedish event and traveled by train, then returned to Bath. The report notes their participation and return trip details.
The Niagara crew posted 216 feet 3.5 inches and a tie after a miscue on a fourth play. Bath’s W.8 Newell faced wind to reach 219 feet 1.25 inches as the Essex muster failed to gain ground. The Triumph of Berwick produced 317 feet 0.5 inches, finishing fifth amid a chaotic scene on King Street. Essex of South Essex and a second Bath entry rounded out the results with 220 feet 2 inches and 222 feet 3.5 inches respectively. City officials joked about a wheelbarrow ride tied to overconfidence, while Fire Department veteran Edward Burnham lapsed ill and a badge was presented to him. Neptune 8 of Newburyport arrived safely despite a bus-truck collision near Wells that caused minor injuries.
Firemen in dark blue uniforms with white gloves pulled a fire engine by white rope while a 30 piece band played. Notable participants included W. S. Newell of Bath, Chester Hi. McCabe Sr. as foreman, and McCabe Jr. along with other Bath hands. An Essex unit from South Essex and Brunswick crews joined the procession amid enthusiastic support.
After the march, observers praised the parade's arrangement and those who organized it. Despite some cold reactions, many attendees offered words of praise for the participants and the overall event.
The crowds gathered as the Queen, crowned by Gov and the Mayor, led a grand march through Bath. Patrons donated prizes including a $200 Centennial gift, a Sterling silver compact, and a $50 cold ware set. Runner up Miss Anderson received a $50 wrist watch amid thanks to local merchants. Dancing lasted until 1 a.m. with flowers from Greenhouse 100 years of service.
fragmentary notice records a social event on a street in a community archive. The readable text mentions Mr and Mrs Lett and a Sanitary or street element, but key details are missing.
Thousands watch races as Eldridge leads in Class One with Fowler and Shakeshaft close behind. Spills and crashes mar some heats while Olcott and Stafford win in Bree For All. Fans line the river as new river races debut after years, signaling Bath centennial features to come.
The vessel Snipe is open for public inspection today from 2 to 6 p.m. at Bath. Residents and visitors may view the ship and learn its purpose and schedule during the limited viewing window.
A partial OCR line suggests names or groups will attend Niaga events around a specific day or date. The readable words imply locations and attendance but lack clear subjects or outcomes. Further context is needed to identify people or organizations involved.
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