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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1952

Page

6

Forty Years Ago in Bath Daily Times Item Roundup

From the Bath Daily Times 1912 notes date back to 1870s events. The column mentions Mr. and Mrs. Bert Jack and others returning home, a city banquet, a Dun Commandery gathering with Dr. Ben Ridder, and various social notes. It records ship movements, auctions, a bridge accident, Malaga Island residents, and local society happenings including dances and concerts at Sebenon Hall and Merrymeeting Park.

Malaga Island Bush Island Commodore Tripp

Bath Merchants Benefit From Summer Visitors

Bath merchants report trade rising as summer visitors flock to the city. The shaded elms along the streets attract shoppers, boosting business and adding bustle to local commerce.

Bath

Unclear fragmentary notice from Bath area finds foundry plans

The text references Frye & Co. and Neodigyste ne ta to-date, describing small buildings to be torn down and a Watson machine shop area. It notes a Broad street business in operation for 39 years and plans for a new foundry to be built this summer, with Fox and daughter Miss Ruth returning to Bath.

Bath Hydroplane Impresses Onlookers At Water Front Trial

An exhibition of fast travel ing was given this afternoon by a 20-foot prepane hydroplane built by Bath Marine Construction Co for Mr Wrigley of Chicago. The craft skimmed inches above the water at 25 mph, no water spray despite rough conditions, drawing praise from observers including Kennebec Yacht Club members. The event featured President Bacon of the company giving a river run, while locals and visitors, including family visits and ongoing Bowdoin College events, filled a scene of harbor activity.

Imp Bath Marine Construction Co Mr. Wrigley Chicago Bacon the Marine Construction Co Kennebec Yacht Club

Shad Run Mixed As Fishermen Eye Summer Hope

Lower urgency waterlogged fishermen report discouraging shad fishing with limited outings. Everett had a strong night on Saturday capturing 75 shad above Bluff Head in the Kennebec. Debs, the Socialist candidate, plans to speak at Lewiston City Hall on June 27.

Edward L. Gaudreau Riverton Lewiston Bath Everett Bluff Head Eugene W. Debs City Hall

Penny finds and Maine trip for chamber members

Workmen uncover pennies and small coins in an old post office counter. Houston Chamber of Commerce plans a July Maine trip with a banquet at New Meadows Inn. The group travels by a special Spin starting in Houston in July.

Custom House Houston Chamber of Commerce Maine New Meadows Inn Houston

Center street mishap and new bakery on Center street

A Bowdoin farmer’s horse bolted after being frightened by electrics on Center street Saturday afternoon. The horse pulled the bridle free and the farmer, aided by Officer Sonia, restrained the animal with rope until repairs could be made. Archie Miller opened a bakery in the long-occupied Hathorne grocery storefront, touting 30 years baking experience and new ovens. John F. Stacy noted Dunlap Commandery’s Pilgrimage, the first St. John’s Day absence from his band in 20 years. Mrs Charlotte Wyman and daughter Phyllis left for Jamaica Plain Mass. Phyllis to stay through summer.

Bowdoin Center Street Sonia Archie Miller B. W. Hathorne Mr. Miller John F. Stacy Dunlap Commandery St. John's Day Bath Charlotte Wyman Phyllis Jamaica Plain Mass

Bath News Briefs Highlight Arts, Circus and Local Counts

Rutland visitors Mr and Mrs Arthur Granger meet old friend Roy Shackford in Bath after 18 years. Universalist church youth union hosts readings and a one act play Quits. Sparks Circus to perform in Bath July 1 with Flying Nelsons and lion acts. Ride A Wee launch bought by Roscoe McFadden. Local kitten rescue at Houghton’s wharf recalls perilous moments. Kennebec Yacht Club smoker prep with Erastus Osgood. Hyde Light Guards shoes contract awarded. Park waste paper drive urged. Lillian Morton’s birthday party at Susanna Bluffs with gifts.

Arthur Granger Rutland Ocean Point Bath Granger Roy F. Shackford

Dainty treats and birthday cakes at Sunday party

A Sunday afternoon gathering featured ice cream, various cakes, candy and fruit for the children. After a Park concert, Lincoln Lodge 1.C.C.F. hosted a complimentary dinner at New Meadows Inn with cigars from Landlord Cahill. Conductor Pettingill played tunes on the lawn in thanks to the Odd Fellows. A Boothbay boat linked with the 4 PM train as lobsters and seals were shipped, causing attention among travelers.

Lewiston New Meadows Inn Lincoln Lodge 1.C.C.F Ernest Savage Cahill Pettingill Odd Fellows Boothbay Brooklyn N. Y Atlantic City Buffalo Express Company Over

Bath Societies Hold Meeting And Outdoor Party Invitees

In the afternoon attendees enjoyed handwork and chat over a chicken supper. A brief business session voted to send cards to the sick and shut in. Mrs. Lizzie B C Chaney invited members to meet July 28 for the annual outdoor party and supper by her open air fireplace, and the invitation was accepted. Present were Gertrude Stewart, Margaret Nelson, Eva Atwood, Annie Oliver, Sadie Savage, Lizzie B C Chaney, Jennie Oliver, Mary Gillespie, Nellie Hunt, Louise Rogers, Sadie Davis, Pearl Campbell, and guest Lila Murray.

Lizzie B. C. Chaney Gertrude Stewart Margaret Nelson Eva Atwood Annie Oliver Sadie Savage Jennie Oliver Mary Gillespie Nellie Hunt Louise Rogers Sadie Davis Pearl Campbell Lila Murray

Kateon Camp Auxiliary Sees Jewel Presented

The final meeting of the Ernest Edgar Kateon Auxiliary featured Mrs Myrt le Wilson presenting the past president's jewel to Mrs Harriet Otis who had lost hers. Wilson now holds the past department president's jewel after Otis organized the society and assisted in many ways during her term.

Ernest Edgar Kateon Myrtle Wilson Auxiliary Harriet Otis Wilson Otis

Cosmos Garden Club meeting outlines new plans

Cosmopolitan Garden club met Monday afternoon in the club rooms. Under new business plans were completed for the club's upcoming activities and improvements.

Cosmopolitan Garden Club

Probate Notices from Bath Sagadahoc County 1952

Court of Probate in Bath Sagadahoc County issues orders for notices to heirs and creditors. Publication in Bath Independent for three weeks informs interested parties to appear June 1952 for final accounts of estates including Connors, Josephine M Bierrog and Maude E Small, with executors and administrators named.

Bath Sagadahoc Action Capek Bierrog Thebebeau Maude E. Small Echaeea Charles T. Small Elizabeth A. Oliver Osborne N. Oliver Arthur J. Dunton

Sagadahoc Probate Notices Record Executors and Administrators

Register J. Horace McClure lists dates of probate actions for Sagadahoc County. Entries include Janet S. Chlate of Topsham estate with Ellis Aldrich as administrator c t a on June 3 1952, Elton H. ene of Arrowsie with Mildred B. Phinney as executrix, Comry M. Biggins of Bath with Edward ne as administrator, Arthur Norton of Bath with appointed administrator on June 3 1952, John Butler of Bath with Ward W. Bridgham as administrator on June 3 1952, and others. A copy of the record is on file.

I. J. Horace McClure Sagadahoc Janet S. Chlate Topsham Ellis Hea Aldrich Eomry M. Biggins Bath Edward Ne Arthur C. Norton Si John Butler P.C Ward W. Bridgham E A Arthur J. Dunton

Garden Club Day Features July Exhibits and Rose Plans

Garden club gatherings on July 17 featured shrub displays with 24 varieties, peony and syringa specimens, and Pink Beauty and White Beauty bushes. Mrs Maud MacDonald read a Lowell poem related to July, while Mrs Bertha Davis and Mrs Douglas led the program. Punch and cookies closed the meeting and the next will focus on roses on July 14 with a roll call about July blooms.

Ing Garden Club Maud MacDonald James Russell Lowell MacDonald Mildred Nichols Bertha Davis Douglas Albert Whitney Mabel Harris

New School Contract Approved by Council after Straw Vote

The council rejected the New School Co bid by Archibald M. Main and Chairman Merritt A. Mitchell. A straw vote on an eight room proposal passed seven to four. The council then accepted Miller's bid unanimously and authorized the bond order. The contract for completion of the building within 180 working days set terms.

Brewer Named to State Executive Committee

Robert E. Brewer of Bath has been named to a six member executive committee by State Committee Chairman James G. Sawyer of Castine. The selection included one committee member from each of Maine's three congressional districts and one statewide delegate.

Robert E. Brewer Bath James G. Sawyer Castine Sawyer Maine

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Bath Daily Times Bert Jack Eleanor Isabel Jack City Council Dun- Commandery Dr. Ben Ridder All Neweantry Ih Tb Anid London Sebenon Hall Wool Lee Hamacher Winnegance Lora Landick Lynn Marion and Robbins Russell Pratt Institute Dorothy Nichols O. W . Folsom Stephen Litch City Landing Peatent Cecil E. Painé Boston Skaling & Foss William Bowker Phippsburg Frye’s Pendleton Mira B. Weaver Chatham Weaver Pendleton Bros John McDonald People’s Mis- Money Society Ruby Ruth Bishop Rosy King Ray Charles King Susie Elsie Oliver William C. May Kelley, Spear Co Alexandria Bernice Winneganee Bridge Woolwich George E. Legard Harry Brown H.C. Mcoan Gardiner Tasker John Fitzegrald Roy Morse Cora Sheridan Esther Rebekah Lodge Merrymeeting Park Earlé Thompson City of Rockland Freeman Hodgdon Hayes Jack's Fish Market Music Hall Howard Webber John Stacy Mason Columbia Orchestra E. P. Bliss H. B. Converse Co Bath Iron Works Sagadahoc Square South Grammar School Grace Warren Merrymreeting Park Daniel Williams D. L. Black New Meadows Birch Point Mildred Davis W. O. Parker Co Bailey's Island Joseph Sewall Englewood N. J Moss School Edward Yale Scientific School Owen J. Ledyard Harry W. Tucker Webber Cottage Po: Beach R. Frye Bax Antedone’ & Gas Engine Mee L. R. Oliver New York Galen C. Hinckley Georgiana Butterworth Gannett Tannaham O Canillage Bowdoin College George Gannett Testatrix Geen Ellis Eee Priscilla Nashua, N. H Victor Paquet Hans Loesen Bath Iron Works Drafting Corps Penobscot Ahegash St. John River Paquet Hackmen Ernest A. Allen Harry C. Webber Connecticut Valley Frank Mikels New Jersey State Hospital Maine Medical School Jasper Myers Burnt Island C. R. Higgins FL Staples E. J. Marston Frank B. Nichols Monmouth Panivatasry L Fors Lilie Cahill Middle Street Flo. Stepbell of Riggswis Morse High School Alton Arthur Avery Eleanor Frances Brarlee Worthen Earle Brown Margery Gertrude Chapman Walter Emery Chase, Jr Gladys Emma Clifford Ethel Wright Cochran Ellen Warren Corliss Anna Austin Dillon William Everett Freeman Amos B. Haggett, Jr Elizabeth McIllwain Houghton Susan Charlotte R. Houghton Dora van Amringe Howard Edwin Burleigh Hunt Corrine Cahill Jackson Hazel Lorena Barker Jean Sears Burns Joseph Daniel Clancy Alice Eugenia Cook le Curtis Donnell Katherine Beth Edgecomb Mary Agnes Finnigan Minnie Frances Goldie Mildred Green Gladys Agnes Hart Amanda Davis McIntire Louise Anna Bailey Eleanor Louise Morse May Jackson Ella Anitan Gladys Mae Jordan Matilda Lightbody Mil- Annie Norton Edith Violet Jaude Potter Helen Margaret Gion Carolyn Donnellan Dorothy Sumner Lew Harold Low Thompson Bowen Torrey Foster’s Point Wellington Malden William Armstrong Herbert E. Cole Dora Howard Howard Chestert Reed Anna Dillon Rafe Lombard Ward Four West Bath Ferry Street Universalist Church Young People’s Christian Union Sparks Circus New England Skowhegan Flying Nelsons Six Waltons Loretta Sisters Bere and Hicks Mayo Bozetti Reed Bowling Elephants Herr Brunner Jessidy Polar Bears Joe Sherry Barnum and Bailey Roscoe P. McFadden Leonard F. Cooper Millicent Clifford Houghton's Wharf William Thistle Marion Cain Daniel McDonald Harvey K. Erskine Beacon Street Sunday School Pitt Parker Lyceum Bureau Erastus Osgood Maine Commodore’s Association Major Holman Day Hatch Shoe Store Hyde Light Guards Lillian J. Morton Warren Woodbridge Susanna Bluffs Bath Societies Kateon Camp Cosmo Garden Club J. Horace McClure Register NEW School Co Brewer Kelley’s North Street Pius BeBe Ge Pu Baymay Sherwood B. Baker Constance Estrand Salt New York Sagadahoc County Grace Jones Spain el May Lockery Christine C. Cummings Mary M. Treamer W. S. Marshall, Jr Walter S. Marshall, Jr Joseph Francis Steward Francis Beaulieu Anthony F. Thomas David C. Dickson Russell L. Phinney Maude S. Phinney Ann A. Wallace Arthur F. Wallace Jennie M. Woodward E Wood Charlotte C. Owen Ise Herbert Pwn St Michasis Mary Land John J. Reece J. Horace
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