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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1927
Page
9
A historical report describes Germany proposing a six year road construction plan totaling about 1000 miles to attract tourists. It compares US highway expansion and asserts modern equipment will accelerate road building, aiming for durable surfaces and water and wind protection.
Maine lawmakers from Sagadahoe county were announced to receive major posts on January 12. Senator J Edward Drake chairs Mercantile Affairs and Insurance with four panels. Other lawmakers including Aldrich Topsham Clifford Baker Duther Maloon gain notable committee roles.
Bangor mayor on January 12 urged promoting Maine agriculture over new industry, hoping farmers take up local farms to boost development and bring viable citizens. Nationwide car registrations rose sharply with Maine ranking high in gains, counting 140,605 vehicles in 1925 and 172,020 in 1928, signaling statewide prosperity and anticipated 1927 rise.
A Roxbury firebug started blazes in three city apartments on Wednesday night forcing about 500 people into the cold. Property damage exceeded 30000 dollars.
Dr. William J. Rouse recalls Charles Davenport's rise from illiteracy to wealth. Davenport learned to read and write by paying for it, began as a ship store clerk, and, aided by Gen. McLellan and Capt. Patten, built prosperity. He helped launch the Kate Davenport ship with friends, later becoming a wealthy shipowner.
Fortnight records show property transfers across Bath Bowdoinham Georgetown Phippsburg Richmond Topsham West Bath and neighboring areas. Notable moves include Elizabeth G Brown to Lydia Baxter Smith and Alden G Smith and Jacob Dreyfus & Sons Co. to Sidney Dreyfus et al. Several Randalls move among Arthur C Randall Albion O Raynes and William F Randall.
The governor speaks at a luncheon urging citizens to value the bases of Constitution and statutes. He warns of undermining conscience and stresses making law observance more respectable to advance progress.
Reports from Rockland and surrounding towns note local happenings including bids to raise appropriations, a robin feeding on choke cherries, John McLaughlin of Stockton Springs betting on snow fence miles, and Guy Holmes of Waldo losing a horse after a barn accident. A Rockland driver avoids a bottom destination, Charles L. Bachelder reaches 80 years as Saco National Bank cashier, a Dedham boy faces a wooden paddling after a Maine smelt lure, and Capt David T. Weed disputes claims about scallop fishing history from Spruce Head to Castine.
Hon Rupert H Baxter and Bath Nobles attended the Korn Temple session in Lewiston Friday night. A large Bath delegation returned about 2 a.m. Saturday by special trolley. Attendees included Rev David L Wilson Fred I Andrews Rodney F E Ross and others with guests from Mohammed temple Peoria and Syrian temple Cincinnati. The visitors found the ancient Arabic order ceremonial delightful.
An eyewitness recounts a massive tidal bore about five miles offshore that surged up the river for 25 minutes reaching 12 to 15 feet high. He notes the chaotic, muddy flood racing at 20 to 24 mph, the Chinese reverence for the bore on September 25, and the dangers faced by travelers including thirst and heat while traveling through Shanghai area. He also mentions factory shutdowns, uncertain work, and a looming famine and pestilence amid cholera concerns.
The treasurer Grace W Cahill presents the 1926 year end report with cash on hand 84 12 receipts 50 443 34 including income from hospital cash receipts and investments and 15 449 40 in disbursements. A detailed list of cash contributions and gifts from various individuals and organizations accompanies the report. Miss Iva Hagan returns home from art school in Portland to visit her parents Capt and Mrs Frank W Hagan on High Street.
City Hospital marked its sixth annual hospital day with 150 visitors. Dr. Langdon T. Snipe was absent. Dr. Clarence A. Peaslee received mention for his past service. Miss Jane Prevost spoke on nursing registration. diplomas were presented by William T. Sewall. Donations during the week exceeded prior years and visitors included Dr. Kearns and Miss Edith Clapp.
A. L. Deering reports 13 040 farm bureau members in Maine on Jan 1, up from last year by 1999. Twelve counties showed gains and Kennebec remains largest with 1676 members. renewal rate reached 73 7 percent, aiding growth across counties Franklin Kennebec Penobscot and more.
The first creditors meeting for the involuntary bankruptcy of Watson Frye Co. occurred Friday at 2 PM in the office of the referee. Attendees included T. Te Tid marsh Andrew Cahill Ralph Dale and others. fifty nine proofs of claim were filed. Judge Glidden adjourned the meeting to February 11. Trustee John J. Keegan from Bath was elected and secured a $5,000 bond with Globe Indemnity Co. via the Fred H. Thompson agency.
John C. Fitzgerald of Fitchburg Massachusetts will return to Bath to establish a law office. He attended Bowdoin College and the University of Maine, served as a second lieutenant in the Coast Artillery, saw ten months overseas, then practiced law in Fitchburg for seven years. His wife and two daughters will move to Bath in early spring.
Rev. Robert H. Carey of Corliss Street church was guest of honor at the Free Will Workers annual meeting on January 12 in the vestry. Twenty attended after a supper. Officers for the coming year were elected: Mrs. Frank Knowlton president, Mrs. John Hunt first vice president, Mrs. Frank Bowker second vice president, Mrs. Stearns Scott treasurer, Mrs. Earl Campbell secretary.
Polar Star lodge of Masons was visited for its annual inspection on January 12 by District Deputy Grand Master Henry G. Shaw of the 14th district. He complimented Worshipful Master Henry W. Owen Jr and the officers. The inspection was preceded by a 6.30 supper served by Genesta chapter O E S, and a regular lodge meeting was conducted that evening.
Horizontal clues cover a range of wordplay from violence or harshness to a sugar mill and from Othello’s villain to a dinner course. Vertical hints include a Jewish title, a crab eating raccoon, and a preposition among many other varied terms. The puzzle promises a next issue solution.
Plans for Sasanoa Bluffs in Woolwich outline access roads and a 50 acre site with 37 lots sold. Developers Footer Dale and Litchfield expect substantial state investment of 50 to 60 thousand dollars on the eastern bridge approach. A hotel site and potential depot relocation may shape village activity near Saga dahoe ferry.
Next Friday Bath Opera House hosts an amateur night after a successful recent show. Prominent Bath amateurs have promised to perform in about ten acts including singing dancing and novelties with prizes awarded by the opera house.
Bath residents are urged to attend the Bath Opera House for a second amateur performance noted for real talent. The organizers expect a record crowd and advise arriving early for a good time.
Miss Mary Pelham Hill of Topsham leads a conference committee on vital statistics with representatives from many patriotic societies. The group will meet at the State House Library Thursday at 2 p.m. Delegates are being appointed for March 16 and 17 conference events and the Thirty sixth Continental Congress in April.
J. Rupert Wing of this city conducted business in Damariscotta over Friday and Saturday visiting local firms and meeting clients during a brief weekend trip.
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