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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1917
Page
1
The piece argues for a test of new anti submarine devices while urging secrecy. It analyzes Russia's unstable post empire role and predicts Central Powers supply strains. It calls for strengthening the Cabinet with Republican leaders and business figures, and urges young men to enlist as the draft looms.
The text argues Germany remains a threat and the United States must mobilize all resources to aid England and France, warning that continued submarine losses endanger Britain and could force U S combat if the alliance collapses. It stresses a collaborative effort with Russia and other democracies as essential to victory.
City officials allocate land and 2500 dollars to grow potatoes sold to Bath residents at one dollar per bushel. Executed by two young managers with a practical farmer to guide the effort. The project aims to recover the invested money and alleviate the food shortage. A novel Bath experiment watched with interest.
A man attempting to breach the sentry line to prove a boast was shot at but survived by luck. The episode is described as a warning against trifling with war matters, with criticism of military conduct and a jab at the department and army performance.
The May Day of poets arrives in New England around June 1 featuring readings and open mic sessions. Local groups organize poetry showcases at multiple venues inviting writers and audiences to share verses and celebrate literature.
A German commander argues that now is the moment to force Britain to abandon its trench warfare, claiming fresh actions will compel the Allies to pull troops from their defensive lines.
Morse High School made its first out of town trip Saturday to Kent's Hill for a Bowdoin Interscholastic League game and lost 7 to 0. Poor weather hampered play as Kent's Hill led 7 to 0 after innings while Morse managed no runs.
This report lists Sagadahoc County residents who registered motor vehicles at the Secretary of State office last week. It includes names, street addresses in Bath and nearby towns, vehicle types such as touring cars and roadsters, makes like Dodge Chevrolet Studebaker Ford and Overland, and horsepower figures ranging from 15.6 to 52.4.
Lewiston Pilgrims led Bath 9 to 2 when Saturday’s season opener at Kelley Field was halted after the fifth inning due to rain. Poor field conditions affected play as a fair crowd watched Bath perform well despite the weather.
Center St. Grammar beats Weeks St. 15 to 14 at Kelley Field in a tight back and forth game. Highlights include Glidden’s fielding for Weeks Moody’s hitting and a running catch by J Ham for Center.
A consular report details the sinking of the American schooner Woodward Abrahams on April 22. A submarine attacked from two miles, fired to hit, boarded the vessel, seized stores and papers, and planted bombs setting the ship ablaze. Six crewmen were left, later rescued by ships. four were American.
Maine Attorney General Guy H. Sturgis states that a card system or separate valuation book for real estate descriptions and town assessments is unsafe. He urges that complete parcel descriptions be written into and made part of the valuation book, potentially in multiple volumes as needed. Nearby market notes report mackerel, shad, and alewives arriving off the Maine coast with prices. a schooner ferries fuel oil to Bath Iron Works. delays and moonlit evenings affect outings.
An advertisement extols blood purity as key to disease resistance and vitality. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla best purifies blood and strengthens the system, urging those with blood disorders or low tone to try the medicine, especially now.
April enlistments in Maine show growth yet fail to meet War Department standards of two accepts per thousand. The daily average accepted across the month was 6 percent of the expected 50 men per day, with a county by county table detailing required versus accepted numbers. The listed Sagadahoc volunteer count appears among the regulars, highlighting ongoing shortages in meeting quotas.
Arnold Demman fourteen visits Bath after adopting years ago in Woodland. He drew ten dollars from a Boston bank by forging a guardian’s signature, fled to the Shipping City, was picked up by a officer, worked at Hyde Windlass Co, and began a return journey with his guardian arriving soon after. The Bath court notes include naturalizations and indictments, plus the schooner Nat Meader sale to New York parties.
The May term of the Supreme Judicial Court met Tuesday with presiding judge B. Madigan of Houston. Attending attorneys included Edward W. Wheeler of Brunswick and George W. Heseltine of Gardiner among others.
An advertisement extols health through breathing, sleep, exercise, and digestion. It promotes L. F. Medicine Co. "L. F." for indigestion constipation and biliousness, claiming it restores health and a glow, with a large bottle priced at 85 cents and samples available from Portland Maine.
Herbert Randall in the Transcript writes a lyric journey through Pemaquid Point and Maine coast, exploring longing for untamed landscapes. The speaker seeks escape from strife toward vast seas, lifting heights, and immortal horizons, with imagery of waves, stars, and courage.
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