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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1947

Page

9

Roag Fogg Wedding Sunday Afternoon

The ceremony conducted by Rev. Alfred H. Ives used a double ring service. The bride wore white carnations and was attended by Ervin Portland. A reception followed with Miss Winifred Smithwick Mrs Angela Proferno and Mrs Raymond Fogg serving. Guests signed the guest book. The couple left for a Rochester, V trip after the reception.

Alfred H. Ives Ervin Portland Winifred Smithwick Angela Proferno Raymond Fogg Robert Fuller and Hoag Rochester Marion McKenney Ra McKenney Lewiston Dennis Murphy Edward Murphy Auburndale Mass St. Mary’s Church Edward Sheehy Margaret M. Mitchell Auburn Nathan Watson Bath Duncan Farrell Linwood Aibbott Ustin Miller Mr. Miller Mrs. Watson Cosmopolitan Club Frank W. Danforth John Parker Austin Miller Linwood Abbott Charles Nelson Eleanor and Jean Danforth William Forbes Barbara Ae H Nellie Murphy George Cadaret Charles McQuade Joseph Slavin Philip L. Houle Massachusetts

Putney Barker Wedding On Sunday At TM

A wedding of much interest occurred Sunday for the Putney and Barker families at TM. The ceremony united the couple in a simple service followed by a reception.

Adden Stodder Wedding Planned for June 21

The wedding of Miss Stodder and Mr MacFadden is set for the afternoon of June 21 at the church. Miss Stodder, Morse High School and Secretarial School of Boston graduate, recently completed duties at Bath Savings Institution. Mr MacFadden, Morse High graduate, served in the U S Navy in World War II and works for New England Tel & Tel Co.

Miss Stodder Morse High School Mece S Secretarial School Boston Bath Savings Institution MacFadden Morse High United States Navy New England Tel. & Tel. Co

Robinsons Head East On Ten Day Visit

Mrs. Carl L. Robinson and her son Charles T. Robinson left Saturday for a ten day visit with relatives in Bristol and Meriden Connecticut and in Springfield Watertown and Boston. Charles T. Robinson is on vacation from the shipping and receiving department of the Hardings plant at Bath Iron Works. They plan to attend a Boston Red Sox game on Sunday.

Carl L. Robinson Charles T. Robinson Bristol Meriden Conn Springfield Watertown Boston Hardings Bath Iron Works Boston Red Sox

M'Leer-Hunt Wedding Wednesday Afternoon

Miss Marjorie Mae Hunt of Bath wed William Robertson McLeer of Randolph Massachusetts in a quiet ceremony at the officiating clergyman's residence in Washington street. The bride wore white silk and a red rose corsage. the groom, in the U S Navy, was supported by Clifton A. Crockett as groomsman and Dorothy Dow as bridesmaid. The couple departed for a short honeymoon.

Marjorie Mae Hunt Bath William Robertson McLeer Randolph Mass David L. Wilson Washington Street Dorothy Dow Clifton A. Crockett Grace Mae Corey Robinhood Abner McNich U. S. Navy William George McLeer

Cliftondale Couple Returns From Bath Visit

Mr and Mrs Lawrence R Vail of Cliftondale Massachusetts return home Sunday after visiting Mrs Vails cousin Mrs Nathan E Coffin of Park Street in Bath Sunday they were guests of her aunt Mrs Allen Pettengill at the home of her son and wife Mr and Mrs Malcolm Jewett

Lawrence R. Vail Cliftondale Mass Bath

Miss Sandra Daley Hostess At Lawn Party

Mrs. Edward C. Daley of 1027 Washington entertained Tuesday last week with a lawn party for her granddaughter Sandra Daley daughter of Mr and Mrs Randall Daley of 11 Andrews road. About 20 friends attended from two to seven o clock. Outdoor games and bingo with prizes provided merriment. Ralph Hutchins arrived at five with a cafeteria on wheels for hot dogs rolls hamburgers and soft drinks. Guests praised Mrs Daley and Sandra for a pleasant afternoon. Attendees included Leilanihill Jamming Sally Snowden Rita Gediman Elaine Atkinson Sally Cummings Ann Day Nan Emero Barbara Urquhart Anne Singer Patty Hayes Jane Ledyard Shirley Sherry Robinson Anita Deering Barbara Wilson Barbara Ireland Virginia McDougall Patty Smith. Ice cream bars popcorn balls and cold drinks were served.

Edward C. Daley Washington Street Sandra Daley Randall Daley Andrews Road Ralph Hutchins Daley Mrs. Daley Sandra Misses Leilanihill Jean Ming Sally Snowden Rita Gediman Elaine Atkinson Sally Cummings Ann Day Nan Emero Barbara Urqhart Anne Singer Patty Hayes Jane Ledyard Shirley Sherry Robinson Anita Deering Barbara Wilson Barbara Ireland Virginia McDougall Patty Smith

Bath Centennial Headquarters Opened for Week of Celebration

Bath city officials opened the Centennial Headquarters in City Hall to coordinate events for the July 21 to 26 celebration. A fundraising drive starts June 16 with local firms already donating. events include Parade of Progress, River Regatta, Air Show, Drum Corps Contest, and a Centennial Ball crowning “Miss Centennial” on July 25 with Governors Hildreth and Bradford in attendance.

Bath City Hall New England Horace A. Hildreth Hildreth Bradford Massachusetts

Garey Springer wedding linked in Richmond ceremony

Miss Jennie C. Garey and Stephen O. Springer wed Thursday at the Methodist church in Richmond. Rev. David Hickland conducted the ceremony with Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Warner of this city as attendants. Receptions followed at the groom’s parents home, Norris V. and Mrs. Thompson of Richmond. Both spouses work at Congress Shirt Co. on Middle Street in this city.

Jennie C. Garey Stephen O. Springer Richmond Methodist David Hickland Maurice Warner Norris V. Thompson Congress Shirt Co Middle Street City

Engagement announced for C Muriel Worcester and John Wood

Mr and Mrs Leslie Worcester of East Lebanon announce the engagement of their daughter C Muriel to John L H Wood of South Portland. Miss Worcester, a Sanford High School and Northeastern Business College graduate, worked six years at Bath Iron Works Navy Cost Inspection office and 3 1/2 years at Brunswick Naval Air Station. Wood, educated in Massachusetts Kansas and Maine, is foreman at Portland Burial Case Co. A summer wedding is planned.

Leslie L. Worcester East Lebanon C. Muriel John L. H. Wood South Portland Miss Worcester Sanford High School Northeastern Business College Portland Navy Cost Inspection Office Bath Portland Burial Case Co

Father Maney Returns Home from Ireland Flight

Rev. Timothy C. Maney of St. Mary's church arrived home after flying from Ireland due to illness and poor food conditions. He canceled his boat reservation and shortened his stay abroad, returning by plane.

Timothy C. Maney St. Mary’s Church Ireland

Doctor Attends State Osteopathic Convent in Rangeley

Dr. William Watson returned Sunday evening from Rangeley Lakes where he attended the State Osteopathic convent held at the Rangeley-Sheraton hotel during the past three days.

William Watson Rangeley Lakes Rangeley-Sheraton Hotel

Milliken Selected to Supervise Sports Programs

Rector Edward J announced Milliken will supervise boys activities and organize the baseball league starting next week. Milliken, a Shead Memorial alum and former JV coach, served in the U S Army Air Corps and coached Bath Saint Mary’s and local Hellcats basketball teams. He has held roles at the YMCA overseeing gym activities and was involved with the 1947 Junior Baseball league.

Edward J Milliken Liken Shead Memorial School Eastport St. Mary's Bath U. S. Army Air Corps Special Service Division Hellcats Y.M.C. A Isso

Fire at Sebasco damages Trail's End cottage

Bath Fire Department aided in a Sebasco Estates blaze that damaged Trail's End, a cottage owned by Mr and Mrs Eugene Winslow. Fire spread from a kitchen partition to a second floor and roof, with damage estimated at 800 dollars and opening delayed at least two weeks. Residents aided with back pumps and chemicals. The same Bath unit also helped save Alliquippa House at Small Point in Phippsburg.

Bath Fire Department Phippsburg Sebasco Estates Eugene Winslow Portland Rock Garden Inn Bath Richard Frates Trail’s End Rock Gardens Inn Bath Department Bath Firemen Alliquippa House

Father's Day Baby Born in Bath at Memorial Hospital

A Bath couple welcomed a son at Memorial Hospital Sunday evening, parents Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Wallace of 10 Bath street. The child has no name yet but may be called Pater, Latin for father. This is their third son. Brian, the oldest, wished for a sister.

Bath Memorial Hospital Stanley Wallace Bath Street Pater Wallace Stanley E. Wallace Front Street Brian

Sunday Wedding Details At Bath With Local Ties

The bride wore a wees satin gown with a sweetheart neckline and carried white carnations and lilies. Miss Mary Jane Footer served as bridesmaid with mixed flowers. Paul M. Lemont stood as best man, with Edward A. Footer Jr and Charles L. Haggett as ushers. The couple, after a wedding trip, will reside at 150 Oak Street.

Mary Jane Footer Paul M. Lemont Edward A. Footer, Jr Charles L. Haggett

Two Bath Students Win MCI Diplomas in Pittsfield

Two Bath residents Miss Carol E. Besse and Leo O. Couture earned Maine Central Institute diplomas as the school graduated 118 seniors, the largest class in its 80 year history. Principal Howard Niblock conferred diplomas marking his first year as headmaster.

Bath Maine Central Institute Pittsfield MCI Carol E. Besse Denny Street Leo O. Couture Liberty Street Howard Niblock Miss Besse Chapel Hill High School Chapel Hill N. C Girls’ House Council Ed Morse Syracuse University

Informal Tea Given for Miss Alta Brooks

Mrs Ralph C Hilyard and Mrs Ruth C Trueworthy hosted a Saturday afternoon tea for Miss Alta Brooks from three to five at her home. Brooks, a first grade teacher at Huse Memorial, will move to Portland Oregon next year. Helen Hayes and Mrs John Belanger attended. Brooks received moonstone earrings. Also present were Mrs Loring R Addition and Miss Priscilla Ferguson.

Ralph C. Hilyard Ruth C. Trueworthy Alta Brooks

Claire Nor Lat King to Marry at St. James Church

Invitations announce the marriage of Miss Claire Nor Lat King daughter of Mr How Robert to be wed at St. James Church on Saturday morning June 28 at eight o clock A reception will follow at the bride's home.

Claire Nor- Lat King How- Robert

Village-Immunization Meeting Set and Local Notes

Elected officers include Bert Merrill as vice president Alice Maxwell as secretary Mrs Ivan Lang as treasurer Karl Hatch Nelson Fennimore George Sedgley Emerson all invited. An immunization mass meeting at the village hall at 10 am June for all school children who have not had diphtheria vaccine. Rod and Gun club met at the K of Hall with refreshments. Mrs Bert cepeephe and family visited. Frances daughter of Yarmouth guest at home of Ivan Lang. Bates graduates in town visit and relatives attend. Jessie Ames Frye patient at Gardiner General hospital. Ralph Purington family weekend at Moosehead fishing trip.

Ee Bert Merrill Alice Maxwell Ivan Lang Karl Hatch Nelson Fennimore George Sedgley Emerson Mera Tee K. of Hall Pfc North Carolina Edward Nee Bert Cepeephe Deughter Frances Yarmouth Aitine Boabe ' Ot South Bend Ind Bates Lewis Avery Fides Green Jessie Ames Ames Frye Gardiner General Hospital Ralph Purington Moosehead

President Briry Awards Medal at College Welcome

President Briry receives a medal and extends a welcome to incoming students at the Bath College event. He is linked to the Briry family of Bath, with ties to the late Dr. Edward E. Briry and Missee Briry, and to John 8. Briry of Melrose Massachusetts. The Briry family home is on Grove Street and the couple will spend summers at Hathaway Cottage in Wingaersheek Beach, West Gloucester.

George Burgon Myra Burgon Middle Street Bath Briry Edward E. Briry Cete Grove Street John 8. Briry Melrose Mass Old Bath School

Girl Scouts Enjoy Weekend Trip to Sebasco

Sixteen members of Allegra Troop of Main Beach traveled to Sebasco by automobile for a weekend of boating hiking and camping. Chaperones included Mrs John Parker and Miss Jean Danforth with a list of scouts Avis Carter Eleanor Carter Jean Leonard Carol Musk Gloria Brown Anita Bagdikian Claire Milton Amelia Mitchell Beverly Allegrin Betty Footer Patty Ames Barbara Morse Jean MacDonald Virginia Parker and others.

Allegra Avis Carter Eleanor Carter Jean Leonard Carol Musk Gloria Brown Anita Bagdikian Claire Milton Amelia Mitchell Beely Denham Ruth Coombs Beverly Allegrin Betty Footer Patty Ames Barbara Morse Jean MacDonald Virginia Parker John Parker Jean Danforth

F D Roosevelt Sends Stamps Abroad During Terminal Years

In his final years the late President F D Roosevelt focused on international philately, sending stamps to countries outside the United States as part of a broader cultural outreach.

F. D United States

Golden of a Bath Courtship and Homecoming

Portland June 10 1897 report recalls the long residence of Mr and Mrs Howard in Bath their 22 years at Five Islands summers cottage ownership and their launch Fosdicks from Rupert WA served in the U S Navy as lieutenant and later worked as bookkeeper in Bath San Francisco and Norfolk Bath friends give a cordial welcome to their return

Howard Portland Howard Cigar Ats Messured Five Islands

Unclear Guest List Noted In Social Notes

Fragmentary social note mentions Mr and Mrs George, a daughter Pauline, and guests at a home event, with legible names including H. The text is partially garbled, limiting precise details about the occasion or location.

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Park Street M’leer-Hunt First Federal Savings «Loan Association 16 Frontst Springer Father Maney Miliken Sebasco Highway Department H. M J.C. Steen Howard and Jim Timken Washington ST South St Huse Oregon All Metal S & Snaths North Stree Bath, Maine President Briry College of Brooklyn Ladd Ae Ly Furni Glassa Saas Ie Rian Ase Mr. End Mey Dare Howard ‘ . Anniver George Mite Pauline Noy Uptowne Sabu June Deprez Bagdad Robert Lowery Hillary Brooke Country Store Ss Ateres, Inc Kennebec Roofing & Siding CO P.O. Box Ose Ebay
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