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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1932
Page
2
The column recalls how street musicians such as organ grinders hurdy gurdies and phonograph booths have largely vanished from the region replaced by radio. It notes spring shad fishing memories on the river with boats drifting nets and cheap catches once sold for ten to fifteen cents, now scarce as Kennebec shad vanish.
The Bath Board of Education voted to reduce the city’s school appropriation dropping 28 teachers and shutting two schools. Remaining teachers will contribute ten percent of wages to city expenses. The piece notes Republican stance on prohibition and hints at a possible wet plank at the national convention.
A month before the primary election, the piece notes a quiet dignified campaign and hopes for high voter engagement. It observes many candidates seeking office and anticipates a large statewide turnout on primary day.
Maine reports 16 609 letters received between March 5 and May 20 this year versus 13 248 last year, signaling growth in tourist interest. The rise is tied to an advertising campaign across newspapers magazines and other channels that has attracted thousands seeking Maine vacation ideas.
The State Department of Agriculture reports a year over year rise in milk sales in Maine with a dip in cream sales below normal, signaling mixed performance for dairy products.
Mayor Harold P. Small on party recommendations appoints two clerks per ward for the next two years. Republicans assign ballot and election clerks to seven wards across streets such as High Street Western Avenue and Washington Street. Democrats fill seven wards with names and addresses listed for each ballot and election clerk.
The Legion Poppy sale in Bath will be conducted solely by the Auxiliary of Roland Smith post No. 21 American Legion. Proceeds aid disabled veterans in Maine. The post and Auxiliary note local Merchant and Bath Board of Trade support and mention youth activities including Boy and Girl Scout troops, a Drum and Bugle corps, unemployment relief efforts, and a potential Legion Junior League Ball club for boys under 18.
A coating of asphaltum flared and shot flames ten feet high at the O. M. Redlon plumbing shop Friday morning at 7 30. Engine 4 used chemicals to control the blaze. A match head broke off igniting the asphaltum vat while the boss smothered the fire to keep the sprinkler system from triggering. Some blaze reached the floor causing smaller fires, quickly doused by chemical.
Sagadahoc registry of deeds records transfers from Bath Bowdoinham Georgetown Phippsburg Richmond West Bath and Woolwich over the last two weeks. Listings show private sales between individuals such as Lemuel Demings to Dora Sukeforth and Benjamin Douglass to Robeus Douglass, with several transfers to the State of Maine.
The house and lot at 766 Middle Street, once owned by the late ex Mayor John A Small, have been sold by his widow Hattie M Small and heir Joseph A Butler to Oakhurst Dairy. The corner property measures about 70 by 80 feet, with a two story wooden dwelling.
The Wannegance Squaw club met with Mrs. John G. Morse as hostess for an auction won by several members. Winneganee school led high school exams at Phippsburg with top pupils John G Morse Jr John Rogers and Herbert Perry. Also noted were road repairs and preparations for the granite spillway on the new causeway plus graduation plans for Winneganee pupils and Morse high graduates.
Port lands Chamber of Commerce releases a list of 68 Maine cities and towns observing daylight saving time from late April to late September. Howard W. Waldron says the roster responds to resident requests and includes major communities such as Portland Augusta Bangor Bar Harbor and Lewiston.
The article describes how the girls were saved by a heroic effort, with Mr Sampson believed to have lifted the trio from a watery grave. It notes the victims expressed gratitude for the rescue and mentions Mr and Mrs O M Redlon and family leaving 839 Washington Street for the Berry's Mill road in West Bath for the summer.
Phippsburg residents visit Bath while Hallett families handle pneumonia care with Dr Grant and nurse Dorothy Miliken. Sagadahoc County Pomona holds Memorial service with F E Lyman of Naples delivering the address. Various locals and visitors attend birthdays and weekend stays across Bath, Popham, Woolwich, and Meadows Point camps.
Mrs. Agnes C. Bradley state president and poppy chairman delivers broadcasts from Bangor Augusta and Portland to support Poppy day and Legion Auxiliary rehabilitation work. Her final Poppy broadcast comes Friday May 27 at 3 15 p m on WCSH. Memorial Day weekend marks widespread observance with 200000 red crepe paper poppies produced at Togus workshop drawing visitors from Legion Auxiliary and Veterans Administration officials.
An act approved state certification exam for teachers will be held on June 24 with listed test sites including Auburn Augusta Bangor and Bath. Teachers must file preliminary applications now and complete an official form to take the examination. The Bath exam begins at 8 30 in the office of Superintendent Clinton D Wilson.
Arthur A. Puller of 1238 Washington Street faced municipal court arraignment with Judge John J. Keegan presiding on a reckless driving charge after his car struck nurse Susan Beardsley at 1264 Washington Street near Beacon Street church. A witness could not attend, so the case was continued to Wednesday June 1 at 10 a.m.
At the Stiness residence on North Street Chesier D Colby, a carpenter, and Harold Carter attempt to remove about a 100 pound honeycomb hive in a false roof space. They lure the queen into a trap to drive thousands of bees away before sealing the nest.
Sherman Lewis twenty of Chestnut street Bath was injured in a hit and run near Yarmouth. He was found unconscious by a passing motorist and rushed to City hospital. Dr E Motley Fuller said he had cuts and bruises but no broken bones. Police have the vehicle’s registration number. Lewis had been in Portland for a week and was en route to Bath. He rested comfortably Friday noon.
Eight members of Morse high school class of 1907 met at the American Legion headquarters to plan a second gathering on June 2. The meeting served as a get together with no formal action taken while discussing presenting a gift to Morse high during the alumni banquet. There were 46 graduates, with about 15 living in Bath and 25 expected to attend the June reunion.
A line of hose was used at 15 North Street to destroy a honey bee nest in wall partitions. Contractor Chester Colby and worker Harold Carter discharged the hose after failed efforts, washing the hive away. A Queen bee reportedly died when a section of hose fell about 20 feet.
The Brotherhood of Railroad Station Employes Inc will hold their convening on June 19. Grand Officer slate lists Clarence G Trott Portland president Roy C Bickford Waterville vice president Joseph D Meehan treasurer Martin Malla clerk W D Prost Waterville H arene Ban gor W Walsh Lewiston Brunswick Sad DeVere eet directors
A collage of crossword style clues and word fragments covers many topics from insects and ships to fruits and compass points. The text blends definitions, translations, and partial hints likely for a puzzle page.
The Bates campus hosted the Annual Field Day under the Department of Literature of the Maine Federation of Women's clubs. Harold Trowbridge Pulsifer delivered the main address on poetry. Members from Bates English and Spanish departments presented lectures and theatre, with the Glee club performing. The event ended with a chapel meeting and tea at Chase Hall.
Mrs. Susan Beardsley insurance nurse 1264 Washington street was struck by an automobile driven by Arthur A Fuller 1238 Washington street as she crossed near Beacon Street Methodist church. She was taken to City hospital in great pain and later reported more comfortable. Fuller a polish salesman was arraigned for reckless driving the case continued to May 25 with $500 surety.
Eric Anderson found a gray brown snake with short black cross lines measuring 38 inches Monday morning in Highlands Rockland. He asks for identif y details as the creature differs from any snake seen in the region.
Lenora Maricle, Wichita Falls native, comes to Lakewood after five years in New York. She has starred in Gentlemen Prefer Blonds and The Trial of Mary Dugan, among other Broadway works, and now headlines the Lakewood Players season debut.
Mrs. Leona Cyr and husband Emile Cyr sue the Swett estate heirs for 30000 in a Sagadahoc Superior Court case arising from a December 19 1931 fall from a second story piazza at the Swett estate apartment house on Summer Street. Mrs Cyr claims 20000 for injuries and Emile Cyr 10000 for loss of his wife's services.
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