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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1947
Page
4
A Bath correspondent records numerous local residents traveling to Portland Biddeford and Falmouth for events and visits. Names include Cahill Worrey Paine McLaughlin Soule and many others. Social engagements range from district meetings and legation visits to beauty professionals, carvings, and club gatherings with family and friends accompanying and hosting.
Mrs George Sargent of Middle Street entertained two tables of James Williams from Bronxville New York. First prize went to Mrs Bettleheim and second prize to Mrs Allen Spear. Refreshments followed.
Howard King Jr a member of the Merchant Marine Service has just spent several weeks with his father Howard King Sr of Elsinore Avenue in a family reunion reported in local notes.
Tet ont Arsenault, long treated at Mercy Hospital Portland, will live with his daughter and son in law Mr. and Mrs. Alex St. Pierre of Woolwich as he makes his future home there.
Earl Pride of Denny road formerly worked as a machinist at Bath Iron Works. He has started a grocery business in Armouth, located centrally in the town.
Mrs Karcher Jackson entertained a small group Thursday morning for Mrs G Thomas Murphy of Linden Street and her house guests Mrs Lawrence Bettleheim and Mrs Peers Williams of Bronxville New York.
Henry C. Wright of 945 Washington Street returned Thursday afternoon from a several day fishing trip to the Indian Rock camps near Rangeley.
Word has been received of the birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs E Seward Stevens of New York City. She is named Diana DeRennes Stevens. Before her marriage Mrs Stevens was ee cece Haskell of West Point.
Thompson A. Potter of High street deputy supreme royal patron of the Order of Amaranth and Mrs Potter attended a Royal Court meeting in Portland. Mrs Potter served as an officer, accompanied by Mrs Mae Boynton.
Mr and Mrs George Southard announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Lillian Southard to Chester Warren Bailey Jr of West Bath. The wedding is planned for about the middle of June.
Mr and Mrs Dayton Bartlett of eee coment of ee Haity welcomed guests over the weekend including Mr Bartletts tertained as her guests for Sat See Roronaee ames Taylor, Scott Hovey and two children from Portland. Mrs Russell Hitchcock hosted the Monday Gaara club with luncheon at her Washington Caradt home.
A resident has returned home with her sister and brother with Mrs. Joseph O Pur at Washington Street. The group completed a stay in Bath during the winter and now resumes daily activities in the community.
Mr and Mrs Harry Bartlett of Berlin New Hampshire stayed with relatives in the city over the weekend and returned home Sunday evening.
Mr and Mrs Allen Clark of Gardiner were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs Roger Pierce of Park Street.
Internationally known Metropolitan Opera star Rose Bampton is booked for the Lewiston Auburn Community Concert Association 1947-48 season. Bath audiences recall her Bath appearance two years ago with the local group. Frederick G. Merchant of Meadowway is visiting Camden from his former home.
Mr and Mrs Charles MacDonald and their son John spent the weekend at their Lake Sebago cottage with niece Patricia Conley and Master Edwards. They were joined by Mrs MacDonalds parents Mr and Mrs John M Conley Sr and by Mr and Mrs John Quirk of Bath. Mrs Harry G Deering and Mrs Thomas S Gibbons returned from a brief visit in Boston.
Lt. John R. Newell USN now on terminal leave in Washington DC to begin six weeks travel abroad with Mr and Mrs William E Newell, reading as new leave plans and travel notice for the family.
Spotted over the weekend in Pittsfield and nearby towns were several short visits. Mr and Mrs Eastham Guild of Washington Street and Edith Campbell recently back from six weeks abroad visited relatives in Waterville and Camden.
Miss Sarah Lermond hosted a Junior Misers gathering on Washington Street with refreshments. The club plans a Thursday meeting with Mr. Walter H. A. High, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Conley Jr., of Dummer Street, and Mrs. James Jenkins of Washington Street, who recently motored to Boston.
Mrs. Fred Starkey of Brockton and Mrs Olive Guild of Marblehead attend the Fal Junior Misers club anniversary party. Mrs Solomon K Greenblatt and son Abraham escort Madame Darusch a Russian opera star in a two night play acclaimed as a great success. Mr and Mrs Walter Ellis of Nashua arrive to spend the summer at their cottage, continuing their Bath visit with Lydia Black.
Mrs Philip Wysor and her son Henry Jason have gone back to Bethlehem Pennsylvania following a pleasant visit with Mrs Wysor's parents Mr and Mrs Jason A Merrill of Washington
Mr. and Mrs. David Ring welcome a daughter at Memorial Hospital. Mother Mary Robinson, Ring’s wife, is a local resident. Both mother and baby Ise are reported doing nicely.
The brief note mentions R N and nursing staff spending the weekend with Miza. It also names Mr. and Mrs. Allen Oulton of Bedford Street as Oulton family members involved.
The article recalls the wedding of Mrs. Alonzo J. Harriman with detailed attire and corsage, noting guests from New York Washington and Virginia. The groom is connected to New Century club and the couple plan to attend university June 15. Attendees include Crosby and family, with Harriman lineage mentioned.
Bodwell Grange met Friday with 34 members and three visitors from Dromore and West Bath. The third and fourth degrees were conferred on six candidates by the degree team, led by Master E. Melvin Pratt. A resignation of Leona Harmon as Chaplain was accepted as Harmond leaves Phippsburg. Harvest supper served at 6 30 and planning for June meetings started.
Plans were completed for the Auxiliary service of T. W. Hyde. Members meet at G A R hall at 9.30 sharp then go to the church. Those planning ride will meet at 10.15 a.m.
At the close of the ng Mrs Ansert Mrs Itha and Mrs Myrtle Wilson served refresh inserts. Lucile Blake was appointed to the poem committee for the next meeting.
A historic note records the debut of the first diesel powered streamlined train, placed in service in 1934, marking a milestone in rail transportation. The event highlights the shift from steam to diesel propulsion and the era of modern rail design.
Bath societies and clubs held spring meetings with talks on summer activities and projects. Mrs. Alvin Jewett served as social hour chairwoman while plans to set dates and complete projects before vacation were discussed.
The Goodwill club of Sagada held a Monday social at the clubhouse with large attendance. Miss Marion L Sto of Winthrop spoke, delivering an engaging chalk talk and displaying cloth scraps pictures. Hobbies include wool work. she owns Gadget shop in East Winthrop. Exhibits impressed attendees. refreshments followed. Committee members were Florence Carlton, Mrs. Nelson Rice, and Mrs. Arthur Orr. Miss Stone was joined by Miss Lois White and Miss Avis J Marsh ton from Cony High school in Augusta. both reside in East Winthrop.
Members gathered Tuesday at the Oak Street home of Mrs. Gertrude Wakefield for the Co-Workers Class of the First Bay church. Mrs. Julia onset led devotionals and reports from secretary and treasurer prompted committee appointments for the June 10 meeting hosted by Mrs. Cora Blakeney on High Street. A social hour followed with quizzes and refreshments served by Mrs. Wakefield and Mrs. Harrington. attendees included Miss Evelyn Southard Sims and several local members.
Mrs Hatola of i street attended the Winnegance Auxiliary meeting with members of the Ladies Auxiliary. The article notes a luncheon and discussion of charity work and forthcoming events.
The readable lines show scattered phrases about Roa, a senate, and city elements but lack coherent facts. No clear event, names, dates, or organizations are verifiable from the fragment.
A luncheon arrangement lists afternoon requests for civic chats and a 1 30 p m dessert. The text mentions a table reservation number 982 M and a 2 chats plan with refreshment details.
Spanish War auction and card party report notes ongoing community fundraising. An event led by Mrs Myrtle Stepeny and others was announced with plans for another public card party soon.
A brief report lists attendees at a Tuesday gathering including Mrs Harriet Dotton and several others such as Mrs Blanchee Elaine Mitchell Mary McCrater Alberta Hamlin Ruth Hawkes and Pat Woolwich. The next meeting is scheduled for June 4 with Mrs Pout Bet serving as hostess.
A meeting at the home of the Qe Tuesday evening featured a standard ceremony led by the president. Attendees included Miss Leonmon Re ld, Mrs. Harriet Fraser, and Florence Jewell. The next gathering is planned for June with Mrs. vluey Cutting.
Residents gathered for a stamp and coin exhibition featuring collections from Helen Fields and others. A notable display included 7-ounce nickels and a hidden $300 in nickels thought to be buried near Popeees. The event showcased varied hobbies with dogs, cats, and plant sections mentioned. Attendance was strong with many members present, and a following basket of fruit and flowers was won.
A fragment reports an intoxication case dated the 21st, with references to Moriarty and Bath Poll ment. The legible text mentions a municipal matter and a pedice placement related to the proceedings.
Memorial Day observance described with attendance and flowers for memory. Warner was named a recipient, with ceremony details noted among auxiliary activities and remembrance efforts.
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