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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
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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.
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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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Robert E. Brewer
Bath
James G. Sawyer
Castine
Sawyer
Maine
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O. W . Folsom
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Phippsburg
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Rosy King
Ray
Charles King
Susie
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William C. May
Kelley, Spear Co
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Winneganee Bridge
Woolwich
George E. Legard
Harry Brown
H.C. Mcoan
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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
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Daniel Williams
D. L. Black
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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
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Mee
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New York
Galen C. Hinckley
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Tannaham
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Bowdoin College
George Gannett
Testatrix
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Victor Paquet
Hans Loesen
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Harry C. Webber
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New Jersey State Hospital
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Burnt Island
C. R. Higgins
FL Staples
E. J. Marston
Frank B. Nichols
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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
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Universalist Church
Young People’s Christian Union
Sparks Circus
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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