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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1928
Page
1
Construction progress on Bath’s Davenport Memorial city hall advances with plastering soon in interior and completion anticipated in January. The copper faced roofing and tower dome rise, with a copper covered elevator shaft, copper door, and a major ventilation system.
Central grammar school leads favorites with two teams the Reds and Blues as the largest enrollment splits its scoring power. North grammar and Dike loom as contenders while Weeks school hopes for turnout. cheering sections determine nonfinal points.
Morse high school defeated Hallowell high 20 to 0 on Saturday in Bath, triggering a powerful aerial and running attack. Captain Gaudet starred with multiple 30 and 35 yard plays as Morse surged ahead, Lyden blocked a kick, and Hart, Snipe, Trott, and Crooker shared precise passes.
Miss Lettie May Woodworth and Eugene Mitchell Long were married in a double ring ceremony at Grace Episcopal Church. The reception followed in the parish hall with autumn decor, about 50 guests, and a honeymoon trip to Medford Massachusetts before settling in Bath.
Mrs Olive Andros departed Tuesday for a seven day visit with friends in East Vasalboro.
Bath's Red Cross drive on Armistice Day aims to fund a district nurse position. If funds suffice Bath hopes to hire a nurse for schools and public cases, following examples in Brunswick and other Maine towns. Half of each subscription stays local to Bath. 50 cents goes to National HQ.
The Cosmopolitan club Halloween ball at the Masonic Temple attracted more than 150 dancers to raise funds for interior improvements. About 75 couples enjoyed Paul Jones dances while Manson's orchestra performed well. Ice cream and fancy cookies were served at intermission. Patronesses included Mrs. Daniel T. Dougherty and Miss Edna Bliss among others. The committee led by Miss Marcia Moulton organized ticket sales with help from several young volunteers. Meanwhile the Butler family left Montsweag Farm en route to Washington to set up the Butler home on Eye Street, Boston, for winter and Mrs. Butler’s improved health prompted an ambulance ride to Boston.
The Morse high school project advances with walls roof and floors near completion within a month. Contractor N W Downing says a good November could reveal the rough structure while crews of about 40 local masons join 65 workers as steel from Lyons Iron Works goes in.
Bath Rotarians hosted District Governor Hon. Bernard Archibald who urged cultivation of friendship and greater world welfare. Archibald spoke on Rotary aims, noted 44 nations with 3000 clubs and 140000 members, and praised Bath’s attendance record. He sang, played piano, and cited Rotary as a permanent global institution.
The annual YMCA fundraising drive closed with 3597.50 contributed against a 3500 target, exceeding by 97.50 and larger than any prior drive. Three hundred ten donations were recorded, with more gifts expected this week from contributors including Elizabeth R. Moses Fred P. Emmons C. H. Smith Harold L. Troop and many others.
The League of Central church held a jolly Halloween party at the Parish house on Washington Street Monday night. Guests wore costumes and masks causing much humor as they guessed each other’s characters. Notable attendees included Mrs. Marilla Morse as an old lady and Mrs. Roland F. Hill as a man.
A prospectus notes a group of modern houses at Sunset Park Bath offered for one-third cost on easy terms. Values are promised to rise for investors. See Mr. Fescley at High and Oliver. Arthur G. Spear, Treasurer.
The Vanda, Bath Iron Works first post idleness contract, completed a sea trial off Owl's Head with an average 154 knot speed on the Naval course. Despite rough seas and dense fog, the diesel twin screw steel yacht performed splendidly, carrying heavy fuel and water loads for an extended cruise, while greeting ships and shore stations with salutes.
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