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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1957

Page

2

Bath Army cadets and local residents noted in weekly roundup

Bath area notes include Richard W Greene receiving second lieutenant commission at Bowdoin College ROTC exercises led by General W G Wyman. The list mentions Navy and Air Force personnel, reunions at Morse High, and summer postings from Iceland to Norfolk as well as residents traveling to Bretton Woods and New York for work and education.

Richard W Greene Bath Adjutant General Corps Bowdoin College W G. Wyman United States Continental Army Command Greene Stankey W. Greene Wailey Road

Piano Recital Highlights Local and Bath Student Week

Carla Tukey and James Day, both from the city, performed at the Topsham Town Hall recital led by William Eves. Many Bath residents attended, including Mrs Tukey and Mr and Mrs Day, as well as several local families. News covers continued notes on graduates, military family moves, and upcoming employment plans.

Carla Tukey EO Tukey James Day Harry L. Day Topsham Town Hall William Eves Carla James Bath Junior High School Benjamin Sabo Joyce Ira Nadine Maurice Hutchins S. Theodore Bertocci Thomas Frederick Boudreau Marguerite Ray Howe Western Avenue Richmond Howes Alice Howe

Harvard Commencement honors and local notices

Mrs Sally True Haggett received her Master of Education at Harvard University during the 306th Commencement on Thursday. The daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward D True of 3252 Front Street and wife of William E Haggett of Bath, she is linked to local church figures. Salvation Army member Helen Augusta, a surgical patient at St Elizabeth Hospital in Brighton for two weeks, is reported improving. Robert S Jackson earned a Bentley School diploma and will become an accountant with Stone Webster Co in New York City, starting June 24. The Jacksons are visiting here with his parents, Mr and Mrs Mark Jackson of 26 Hinckley.

Sosn Edward Wilson US N Paul B Wilson Bedford Road Abbott Norfolk South America Sosn Wilson Morse High School Key West Fis Roy C. Richter Begiford Street D Company 3Rd Fort Dix N. J Richter RFA Army Reserve National Guard Pvt Sally True Haggett Harvard University Edward D True Front Street William E Haggett Bath Helen Augusta Salvation Army St. Elizabeth Hospital Brighton Mass Robert S Jackson Bentley School of Accounting Boston Stone Webster Co New York City J. D. Curran Troy N. Y F. W. Gilmore Fitchburg Walter Gilmore Gilmore Jesse Munsey Harvey Chubbuck Woolwich Mr. Munseey Fred Spinney Willard Oliver Bernice Oliver Frank Ferrara Cambridge

Sagadahoc Women Rename Parliamentarian at Meeting

Mr Elizabeth D Moffatt was named parliamentarian of the Sagadahoc County Women's Republican club during a Wednesday evening gathering. Mrs Claude Gillette Mrs Douglas Dearborn and Mrs Dean Snow all of this city left Saturday for Montréal to attend the wedding of Miss Sally Brade ter daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Bradeen formerly of this city now of Montreal. Mrs Gillette Mrs Dearborn and Mrs Shaw were bridesmaids for Mrs Bradeen the former Winifred Jonnon at their marriage in this city Mr and Mrs James Bragg and daughter Janice of Puerto Rico have arrived for a visit with Mr Bragg's sister Mrs W Franklin Cromwell and Mr Cromwell at their home on Washington street.

Elizabeth D. Moffatt Sagadahoc County Claude Gillette Douglas Dearborn Dean Snow Montréal Sally Bradeter Charles Bradeen Montreal Gillette Dearborn Shaw Bradeen Winifred Jonnon Marriege James Bragg Janice Puerto Rico Mr. Bragg W. Franklin Cromwell Mr. Cromwell Washington Street

Guests Enjoy Summer Home Visit at Damarliscotta Lake

Mrs Cromwell and her children Richard Joanne Robert and Patricia along with Mrs Henderson and daughter Rhoda of this city and Mrs Bragg and daughter Janice of Puerto Rico were guests of Mrs Francis Fortier at her summer home on Damarliscotta Lake.

W. Franklin Cromwell Richard Joanne Robert Patricia Mildred Henderson Rhoda James Bragg Janice Puerto Rico Cromwell Francis Fortier Damariscotta Lake

Rexford Stover Heads to Moosehead Lake Fishing Trip

Rexford B Stover of 254 Front Stover, stationed at the Brunswick Naval Air Base, left Friday for Moosehead Lake for a weeklong fishing trip.

Rexford B Stover Front Stover Prunswick Naval Air Base Moosehead Lake

Guilford Couple Visited By Mrs McKay Relatives

Mr and Mrs Gordon Lyon of Guilford spent the weekend with Mrs Lyon s brother and his wife Mr and Mrs Burleigh L McKay of 18 Park Street They will be joined home by Mrs Lyon s mother Mrs Florence McKay who has been visiting with the McKays for two weeks

Gordon Lyon Guilford Mrs. Lyon Burleigh L. McKay Park Street Florence McKay McKays

Howes Receives Arts Degree at Portland Junior College

Royce E. Howes Jr of St Heath Lane earned an Associate in Arts at Portland Junior College commencement. He also made the dean's list last semester. Visitors from Reading and Metrouse mass joined Mrs. Wetherbee and family for a local dance recital event last week.

Royce E. Howes, Jr St Heath Lane Portland Junior College

Mr and Mrs Albert White Jr Return From Quebec Vacation

Mr and Mrs Albert White Jr of 343 Crescent Street return ed to their home Wednesday last week after a vacation in Quebec.

Albert White, Jr Crescent Street Quebec

Local Visitors and Family News From Brunswick to Bedford Street

Mrs Wellington A Moore returns to Weeks street after a visit in Brunswick with sister Mrs Ernest Stanwood. Judy Seckins, granddaughter of Carleton W Low ell, visits from Portland with grandparents in Bedford street. Mrs Asa Philbrick and daughter Linda of Providence return home. Bowdoin graduate David S Smith of Brookline, Mass., and son Robert visit Elm street for commencement. Robert studied at Roxbury Latin School. Donald C Alexander USN on 14 day leave visits grandparents as he heads to Oklahoma. Raymond Powers, three, of Meadowbrook, hospitalized at Children’s Medi Bat Restairlment. mother Jeannine Bisson stays in Boston. grandmother Mrs Luciery Bisson visits from 648 High street.

Wellington A. Moore Weeks Street Brunswick Ernest Stanwood Judy Seckins Archie L. Leoekins Portland Carleton W. Lowell Bedford Street David S Smith Robert Brookline Mass Raymond Powers Robert Powers Meadowbrook Medibat Restairlent Jeannine Bisson Boston Luciery Bisson High Street

Army Groom Returns to Bath for Visit with Family

Edgar B. McBrine Jr. of the U S Army who has spent three years in Korea and Hawaii arrives in Bath Sunday night with his bride Katherine Garibaldi of New York to visit his father Edgar B. McBrine Sr and Mrs McBrine of 46 Denny road.

Edgar B. McBrine, Jr U.S. Army Korea Hawaii Bath Katherine Garibaldi New York Edgar B. McBrine McBrine Denny Road

Bath Visitors Attend Bowdoin Commencement

Capt John K Leydon and Mrs Leydon of Washington DC plus Mr and Mrs Theodore C Leydon of Philadelphia and J Marshall Leydon of Newton with Mrs S Howard Mildram of Brookline visited Bath for the weekend. They attended Bowdoin College commencement where John W Leydon of Philadelphia, a Bath native, received the Aluani Serve Award and an honorary degree of humane letters. Professor Leydon, head of the German Department at Girard College, observed his 50th reunion at Bowdoin last weekend.

John K. Leydon Leya Girard College Piladelphia

Summer Moves Of Local Families Include Cottages and Tours

Mr and Mrs Fred H Thompson Sr relocate to Foster's Point cottage for summer. Mr and Mrs Robert C Niles announce a daughter Chevy Jane in Syracuse NY with son Robert Kenneth aged 1.5. Niles family connected to Merle C Niles of 717 Middle St. Haskell and Rocky move to Oceanhart at Wet Point for summer. Paul Holmes family from Bangor visit Meadowbrook with sister Mrs Dudley Leavitt. Holmes returns from Alaska and heads to Patterson Air Base. William Greene family moves to Birch Point cottage for summer. Marion Smith to Card NH for hospital affiliate then nursing graduation September 12 at Central Maine General Hospital. Dr Donald F Preble and family move to Birch Point cottage for summer.

Robert C. Niles Syracuse Chevy Jane Robert Kenneth Mr Niles Merle C Niles Middle Street Paul Holmes James Frederick Paul David Bangor Meadowbrook Halmes Siter Dudley S Leavitt Holmes Alaska Oon Patterson Air Base Dayton Marion Smith New Hampshire State Hospital Central Maine General Hospital School of Nursing Lewiston Donald F. Preble Birch Point

Families from Denny Road Visit Cape Cod for Mayflower II Celebration

Mr and Mrs Wendell Snow with Mrs Lillian Burns and Misses Margo and Sue Matthews from 74 and 87 Denny Road spent the weekend in Plymouth, Massachusetts. They attended the ongoing Mayflower II arrival anniversary celebration observing the event.

Wendell Snowdeal Lillian Burns Denny Road Margo Sue Matthews Cape Cod Mass Plymouth

Mrs Ray Harmon Visits Friends in Woonsocket

Mrs Ray Harmon a Brunswick English and Latin teacher at Bath Junior High School visits with friends in Woonsocket KR.

Ray Harmon Brunswick Bath Junior High School Woonsocket KR. I

Dr and Mrs Wilson Attend Vermont Reunion in Burlington

Dr and Mrs Harry M Wilson of 944 Middle Street spent the weekend in Burlington Vermont for the 25th reunion of Dr Wilsons University of Vermont class. They were joined by Mr and Mrs Arthur Taylor of Monmouth.

Harry M. Wilson Middle Street Burlington, VI Dr. Wilson University of Vermont Arthur ‘Taylor Monmouth

Mrs Eatella Doughty Arrives in Redwood City Visit

Mrs Eatella Doughty of 17 Shaw Street arrives in Redwood City California to spend a month with her daughter Doris Doughty son Seth Doughty and Mr and Mrs Armand J Le Tendrce Jr.

Eatella Doughty Shaw Street Redwood City Calif Doris Doughty Seth Doughty Armand J. le Tendrce, Jr

Miss Georgianna McFadden in Wash DC visit

Miss Georgianna McFadden is pursuing a Master’s in Library Science at Catholic University in Washington DC and spends a week with her parents Mr and Mrs R C McFadden at their Front Street home.

Georgianna McFadden Catholic University Washington, D. C Mrs R. C. McFadden Front Street

Moores Spend Weekend With Mitchells on Dike Road

Mr and Mrs John Moore and daughters Rachel and Jessica of Hartland visited Mrs Moore's parents Mr and Mrs Merritt Mitchell at 11 Dike road over the weekend. The Moores recently returned from Alaska.

John Moore Rachel Jessica Hartland

Couple marked 29th wedding anniversary at Wardings

Mr. and Mrs Irving O Campbell celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary Sunday at their Wardings home as they hosted friends and received a shower of ecards in their honor.

Irving O. Campbell Wardings

McLean Visits Portsmouth Skate Champion Safely Vacationing with Daughter

George Spider McLean former New England Roller Skating champion now of Portsmouth New Hampshire visits here for several days with his daughter Mrs Albert Oliver of Union Street Court.

George “Spider” McLean New England Portsmouth, N.H Albert Oliver Union Street Court

Graustucks Move to Oceanhurst Cottage for Summer

Mr and Mrs Paul Graustuck and daughter Anne of this city have moved to their cottage at Oceanhurst West Point for the Summer.

Paul Graustuck Anne City Oceanhurst West Point

Cornish Family Fetes Fifth Anniversary At Topshem Home

Mr and Mrs Carl D Cornish of 250 Middle Street were guests of honor at a family outdoor party Sunday evening. Her parents Mr and Mrs C Elroy Hennessey hosted the observance at their Topshem home with Bath attendees including Mr and Mrs Dwinal Cornish and daughters Christel and Carol Mrs Harry E Cornish Ernest Williams and Clayton Heald.

Carl D. Cornish Middle Street C. Elroy Hennessey Topshem Bath Dwinal Cornish Christel and Carol Harry E. Cornish Ernest Williams Clayton Heald

Dole Couple Attend General Convention in Boston

The Rev and Mrs Louis A Dole of 887 Middle Street travel to Boston this week for the General Convention of the Church of the New Jerusalem. Consequently there will be no service at the Bath church next Sunday.

Louis A. Dole Middle Street Boston Church of the New Jerusalem Bath Church Sunda

Porcupines Seen at Bay Point Threaten Pets and Gardens

Bay Point residents report frequent porcupine sightings with a case of a golden retriever from Waldoboro needing over 100 quill removals after an encounter. The report warns dog owners to guard against quills near eyes and ears while noting woodchucks damage gardens and shrubs.

Bay Point Gordon Merry Waldoboro North America

Nequasket Auxiliary Elects Officers for Year

Mrs Reginald Stacy was chosen president of the Nequasset Ladies Auxiliary at a Thursday meeting hosted by Mrs Edmund Ingalls on Barley Neck road. New officers include Mrs William Robson as vice president, Mrs Frederick Gilmore secretary treasurer, and Mrs Clifford Moisson benevolence chair.

Reginald Stacy Nequasset Ladies Auxiliary Edmund Ingalls Barley Neck Road Ethel Reed William Robson Frederick Gilmore Clifford Moisson Ingalls Edwold Carter Charles Haley Wilbur Presley Holis Leeman

Winter Street Ladies Aid Picnic at Capitol Island

Members of the Winter Street Congregational church Ladies Aid plan a picnic at Pine Shelter Capitol Island the home of Mrs Charles Hewitt. A 930 p m chartered bus will depart the church for the island with the event held rain or shine. Attendees should bring picnics and can donate dish towels or pot holders to Pilgrim Lodge Maine Congregational church camp.

Ladies’ Aid Winter Street Pilgrim Lodge Maine Congregational Church

School committee plans fall pause on evaluation meetings

The Committee on the Study of Evaluation of teachers decided to discontinue meetings until fall after reviewing the current salary. Linwood Temple and Supt. Loring Addison explained the schedule and answered questions from the committee and Chairman Richard B. Mac Lennan. Merits pay materials were turned over for study and more documents will be provided to the group.

Board of Education Linwood Temple Loring Addison Richard B. MacLennan

Public lobster stew supper and community notices in Phippsburg

Bodwell grange hall hosts a six o clock public lobster stew supper with tickets at the door or from committee members including Margaret Oliver Frederick Moree William Gilman and others. Several local groups hold meetings and summer plans are discussed with community church and PTA activities noted along with residents and visitors at Meadowbrook Wynburg and Sebasco Lodge events.

Bodwell Grange Hall Margaret Oliver Frederick Moree William Gilman Mark Harrington Stanwood Gilman Thomas Totman Gloria Eaton Bodwell Grange Maine State Grange Phippburg Fire Department Sebasco Lodge Sebasco Bodwell Grange Small Point Community Church Small Point Church Dubie Phippeburg P. T. A Alice Lowell William Blaisde Ernest Oliver Lowell Gordon Alden P. T A Billie Dromere Grange Joe Bennett James Roth Washington, D. C Minnie Malcolm Ellen Blair Colby College Dudley Harrington Sebasco Walter McCourt Maine General Hospital Portland Fred Blachly Chuy Chase, Md Brightwater Stanley Spencer Laconia N. H Irma Gilman Russell Merchant Nancy Bath Meadowbrook William Blaisdell Bristol Virginia Blaisdell John Blaisdell John Robbins Woolwich Jean Hunt New Britain Ralph Ward Candice Orrington Dudley S. Leavitt Sumner Andrews Roselle N. J Rumford Merwin P. Todd Denny New City Wynburg

Lecture on Mexico Friday Evening by Extension Groups

Members of the Montsweag and Nequasset Extension Groups present Mrs. Stuart Chapin of Woolwich in a public lecture on Mexico at Good Will hall Friday evening. The program, arranged by Mrs. Georgie Walker, will feature color slides from her Winters in Mexico. A silver collection will be taken.

Montsweag Nequasset Stuart Chapin Woolwich Mexico Good Will Hall Georgie Walker

Brassard Ferris tie the knot in Brunswick marriage notes

Donald James Brassard of Brunswick and Miss Joan Ferris daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward G Ferris of 21 Huse Street filed their marriage intentions Tuesday at the city clerk's office.

Donald James Brassard Brunswick Joan Ferris Edward G. Ferris Huse Street City Cibewide

Parker Head Mrs Temple of Bath obituary notes

Mrs. William Temple of Bath died Sunday at her cottage. A brief call was made by Linwood Temple. The item lists relatives and friends visiting Bath and nearby towns, church activities, school events, and social visits across the community including families from Sedgwick, Dix Island, and Portland.

William Temple Bath Linwood Temple Earl Lowell Unity Circle Lowell Leston Harrington Dromore

Central Church Outing At Rock Hill Inn Next Week

Central Congregational church members and friends plan their annual outing at Rock Hill Inn in West Bath next Tuesday. Committee members include Dr and Mrs Earl Wade Mr and Mrs Edward J McMann Mr and Mrs Richard Haskell Rev and Mrs Craig H Richards and Mr and Mrs George Van Wynen. Event features 6 30 p m arrival a variety program horseshoe pitching singing organ music softball and cake Scotch auction. Reservations due by Saturday with lobster or steak choice. tickets from listed committee members.

Central Congregational Church Rock Hill Inn West Bath Earl Wade Edward J. McMann Richard Haskell Craig H. Richards George van Wynen

Mrs Percy S Turner Admitted To Bath Memorial Hospital

Mrs Percy S Turner of Brunswick was admitted to Bath Memorial hospital on Monday following an unclear onset of illness. Further details are not available in the readable text.

Percy S. Turner Brunswick Bath Memorial Hospital

Popham Beach Buzz with Summer Visitors and Local Events

Popham Beach drew lively crowds on Sunday with picnics and a busy harbor of sailboats and motorboats. The first Summer Sunday service is set for July 7 at 8 30 PM at Popham Chapel with Norman Dubie to speak. Unity Circle gathered representatives from nearby communities to discuss church benevolences and Summer activities.

Maine Popham Beach Old Fort Popham Chapel Norman Dubie Phippebu

Weekend visitors and cottage stops along the Kennebec

A stream of visitors and residents spent weekends and last week at cottages along the Kennebec. Swampscott Massachusetts guests included the Lewises and Sawyers while Bath and Marblehead travelers joined locals for summer prep and social visits at multiple cottages and homes.

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