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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1913
Page
7
Many farmers ignore common poultry diseases and lack basic anatomy knowledge. Understanding internal systems helps identify illness, diagnose cases, and prevent outbreaks, making prevention the best defense against flock losses.
Amid a Memorial Day market closure, Bath area shops foresee brisk business today. Farmers report progressing plantings after rain, with peas and grass crops looking strong while other crops lag. Maine potatoes dominate prices and availability, with old potatoes in high demand and rising costs. Eggs, butter, fruit, and produce show varied but steady demand as summer travel approaches. Beef and veal supply remains tight, and lamb is scarce.
State Horticulturist A K Gard ner urges Maine apple growers to adopt aggressive advertising and a stamp fund to fund a national campaign. He cites rising quality, a need to elevate consumer interest, and cooperation through the International Apple Shippers Association to drive greater consumption and business growth.
NEW MEADOWS Mrs Henderson and three boys of Bowdoinham have been visiting recently at Mrs William Damis The Ladies Aid held an interesting meeting at Mrs Lettie Cliffords last Wednesday Edward Thomas New York horse sick but improving Rev Mr Morris of Bowdoin College supplies Baptist pulpit and is well liked Miss Mercy Holbrook weekend guest Sidney Holbrook on sick list two days shad fishermen report fair luck. weather too cold for best fishing
Capt. E. K. Philbrook outlined gypsy moth spread in Maine at the University of Maine Agricultural Club. He showed slides on egg laying sites and forest damage, noted limited past year work, and referenced a $15,000 state appropriation for two years. He described parasite use, spraying machines, and bird allies in control efforts.
A long list names members across multiple committees including music press decorating invitation lighting and finance. Notable figures include Hon Edward W. Larrabee Hon John S. Hyde Hon Albert H. Shaw and Hon E S Crosby. The police protection and other panels are also detailed.
A Farm and Fireside piece describes a post mortem accident and how barbed wire can spread tuberculosis and bloodborne infection among cattle. It warns that even mundane contact points like fences and horns can transfer germs, urging ranchers to avoid barbed wire on productive holdings.
The report notes prices for lambs around 15 to 16 cents, chickens at 22 cents, upcoming broilers, and fowl at 18 to 20 cents, with hay bringing $15 to $16 a ton amid light demand and limited offerings.
About fifty Woolwich residents gathered at the town house to consider whether the state road should stay along the river and into Dresden or be relocated toward Wiscasset. Petitions for and against the change circulated. town officials and lawyers outlined the legal implications under Maine highway law. The board reserved judgment until July 12 when new powers take effect.
The city sees tightened prohibition as Sheriff Oliver plans broader seizure efforts. Deputies may target shipments to known sellers and intoxicated individuals, with deputies' pay and legal authority under dispute as county commissioners seek a Supreme Court ruling.
A portable mill operator near City Hall reports a clear change since the enforcement period began. He attributes it to fewer Saturday night departures and intoxicated returns, noting workers now arrive Monday ready to work harder and more efficiently.
Mayor Larrabee informs the civic improvement society that the city will enforce the spitting ordinance and related abatement measures to prevent disease and citizen discomfort.
Walter S. Glidden guardian seeks license to sell lands in Georgetown Bath for Alfred Lowe Andrew Rowe and Raphael Rowe minors. Property includes undivided thirds of parcels dating to 1858 1888 and 1909 with deeds and bounds, proceeds to be invested for minors. Court orders notice by publication and hearing set in Bath Probate Court.
In the Court of Probate of Sigeidahoe County the administrator of Beae mains estate seeks final account approval. A copy of this order must be published in the Bath Independent for three weeks so interested parties may appear at Bath Probate Court on the first Tuesday of June at nine. James S. Lowell, Judge. Attest Cyrus W. Longley, Register.
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