05 Mar 1927
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1927
Page
1
The text discusses farming seeking a new foundation within national prosperity and fair profits alongside industry. It notes farmers forming associations for advancement, studying issues via economic laws of supply and demand, production, distribution, and marketing, to solve agriculture’s central challenge.
A Maine political summary notes Congress scrutiny of the Post Office Department finances tied to postal rate reforms with claims of free government mail inflating deficits. Senator Gould is exonerated by Senate committee, while Maine farmers oppose a state graded standardization bill citing increased government oversight and costs. Sagadahoe county Pomona grange opposes exporting Maine hydro power. Three thousand New England men needed for Citizens' Military Training Camp. A weekend storm caused major telephone damage and heavy snow nationwide in Maine.
President Coolidge vetoed the McNary Hangen farm relief bill despite expectations. The veto message argued the measure was sectional, would burden all and that supply demand laws govern prices, urging the country that the action serves national interest. Attorney General Sargent noted constitutional concerns.
Forest Week, rooted in the Northwest, aims to mobilize citizens nationwide to protect and enjoy forests. The program highlights job creation, shipbuilding, housing, and recreation while stressing fire prevention and conservation, noting nearly 3 million visitors last year and urging personal responsibility.
Bath learns with regret that Rev. Nicholas J. Horan long time pastor of St. Mary s church is to be transferred to Portland. Parishioners express strong support for his promotion to a larger field and sorrow at losing him as a local pastor and citizen.
The usual number of contests for town offices will be sought in county towns next Monday. Expect a number of close races and spirited competition in the local elections.
The bill before the Legislature seeks a $500,000 appropriation to add to the State library building. State Librarian H. E. Dunmack says the current library is overcrowded and argues the addition is greatly needed by the state.
Many Bath families resorted to candles and kerosene lamps Saturday night as electric power was off due to storm damage. Residents remained good natured, knowing Central Maine crews were working to restore service.
The South End PTA held a successful card party Thursday in Central Church parish house with 24 tables. Prizes donated by ALG Page Co and other merchants went to winners including Mrs. Daniel T. Dougherty and Mrs. Byron F. Barker. Refreshments served. expected association proceeds about $40.
The Garden Club of Bath met at the Patten Free Library with Mrs. Edward F. Kimball presiding. The executive committee report was read and the club voted to set dues at 50 cents a year. The group discussed gardening aims and welcomed several potential members. the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday March 9.
The Brotherhood of the First Baptist church staged a Wednesday vestry entertainment featuring Fred Dwyer on violin and Mr Besaw with dialect readings. The farce Too Much Married drew strong laughs with J J Tooker pretending to have a wife to fool his uncle George Moody and inherit a legacy. Mrs Clifford Torrington Mrs William Wakefield and John Wakefield impressed in roles of a spinster, a young married couple and a twin. Cast members earned praise for their effort and a good sum was raised for the church.
Over the past two weeks transfers are recorded in Bath Bowdoin Richmond Topsham and Woolwich. Names include Joseph A Michaud to Leonie Michaud and Joseph M Roche plus Thomas Gagnen to Joseph Charles Footer Bridget Guthrie to Old Folks Home and more. Multiple parcels change hands among individuals and the City of Bath to J Edward Hughes with follow on transfers to Charles A Coombs.
The American Tree Association warns in a new tree planting book that forests are consumed 4.5 times faster than they grow. The piece urges individuals to plant trees, noting lumber and paper rely on forests and calling the shortage a vital national issue. Every person who plants a tree is urged to act for national welfare.
Bath lodge of Elks nominated officers including Archie Miller exalted ruler Thomas J. Cummings leading knight Elmer Dow lecturing knight Harold V. Fielding loyal knight Roscoe F. E. Shaw secretary H. E. Grindell tyler The meeting also reviewed several membership applications and conferred with candidates.
Harry M Huse leads petitions urging expansion of the board from four to 11 by adding the city council finance committee plus its mayor president and three aldermen. He argues broader membership would improve financial administration and taxpayer satisfaction while denying criticism of existing educational work.
The Baxters won the recent inter-club card event against the Knights of Columbus by 69.2 percent to 30.8 percent. A three-game series was proposed with the losers paying for future matches. Games played included pitch whist cribbage and sixty-three. The Sons of Veterans have challenged the Baxters to a three-game series with the first match held last evening.
The article notes Darwin studied ground worms in British soil estimating 53,000 worms per acre and ten tons of earth pass through their bodies yearly. It states worms have worked for hundreds of thousands of years, changing the soil, with worm caustings covering the surface to a depth of three inches every fifteen years.
Joseph M. Trott Esq was elected a trustee of Bath Savings Institution at a special meeting to fill the vacancy caused by the death of George T Davenport. Trott, dean of the local legal fraternity and longtime prominent citizen, received general approval among the corporators.
The First Parish Church school in Dorchester Massachusetts develops an ongoing Nature Study course for Sunday School pupils aged eight and nine. The program, led by Rev. Lyman Y Rutledge, covers fourteen main subjects through the year, using texts from Nature that connect science with daily life.
The Woman's Auxiliary of Nequasset held an all day session at Bonnie Broe Farm the home of Mrs. Wilson Wright on February 28. At noon the hostess provided takoes rolls pies and coffee. A national advertiser notes white space in ads can boost attention up to sixty percent.
Readable crossword puzzle clues list with horizontal and vertical entries including prefixes suffixes and common words. The page compiles numbered hints and multiple line prompts for fill in the blanks across sections.
Carlo the 18 month old collie belonging to Coast Guardsman D. M. Morse escaped from Capt J J Oliver in West Bath and trekked 18 miles to Popham Beach station to find his master. Morse, away a day, returned to the station to a joyful greeting. The dog, worn and thirsty, had previously searched in Bath after Morse left him.
Morse High girls lost to Brunswick High 32 to 13 on Brunswick floor. Brunswick’s South and Morse’s Thompson led scoring for their teams.
Bath Veterans Fireman's association plans to enter Senator Traxter in the Berwick muster on June 18. Visiting handtub companies compete for a total prize of 1825 with prizes from 300 to 25 and special prizes for Hunneman machines and parade appearance. The master fund event recently raised 1924.61, plus 154.03 from a supper, totaling 2078.64.
The Cosmopolitan Club held a card party with 28 auction and whist tables at the club house on Washington Street last Wednesday night. Over $50 was cleared for the treasury. Prizes went to Miss Bessie Brown, Mrs. Carl C. Anderson, Mrs. David Heald, Miss Alice Johnson, and Miss Nellie Goodrich. Committee included Miss Berenice Quimby and others. Quincy plans a $350000 Masonic temple.
The annual report of the Board of Highways and Sewers to the city council for the year just ended details state road expenditures and appropriations. It lists appropriation totals and credits including a loss and gain account, with figures showing state treasurer allocations and overall totals.
The Special Committee on Police presents receipts and expenditures for the municipal fiscal year from January 21, 1926 to January 6, 1927. The report, dated February 25, 1927, addresses the city council and lists total figures amounting to 12,553 56.
A Special Committee on Police presents a detailed budget ledger with items for judge salaries, recorder, regular and extra duty officers, gas and repairs, batteries, printing, prisoner transportation, meals, communications, miscellaneous costs, and unexpended balance totaling 9 095 30.
The Bath fire department reported a total loss of 17341.21 in the past year with 108 alarms. Chief Charles Parks notes 88 paid and 16 volunteer members, 10500 feet of hose, and new hydrant on Marrs hill that improves water flow. He recommends purchasing 1000 feet of new hose next year and reports improved ventilation in the alarm house.
Board led by Chief Charles F. E. Parks reports 88 inspections for the year with 54 certificates granted and four withheld. Read between the lines, the list includes 14 churches 11 halls and clubs 9 schools and more among city structures and public buildings. An engineer warns heavy steel frames may not sway but can vibrate and break.
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