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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1917

Page

2

Obituary of Michael J. McCormick of Bath

Michael J. McCormick of Bath died suddenly from acute indigestion in his room at the New Crawford House Boston, between midnight and 12:30 a.m. Sunday. He had been a longtime Bath businessman, timber and real estate investor, and a charitable, community minded figure. He leaves a widow Mary Dunn and a large family in Maine and Boston, and was remembered as generous, brave, and warm hearted with notable acts of courage and business success.

Bath Maine New Crawford House Boston Michael J. McCormick Mr. McCormick This City Patrick Hannah Mary Dunn William M North Pittston Thomas M Phippsburg Charles B. Booth Lewiston John E Morse High School Frank Louise Bath Lodge of Elks Bath Aerie, F.co.e St. Mary's Church Knights of Columbus and Holy Name Society K.Y.C Winterport Cook George Crockett Soen West Indies American Ice Co Cedar Grove Thwing’s Point Hodges Kennebec McCormick New York St. Botolph Morse Small Point Dean Gardiner Mike McCornick Chhurch Mike

Mrs Mary E Ryan Dead at 71 in Local Ceremony

The death of Mrs Mary E Ryan widow of Thomas Ryan occurred at 12 35 Thursday Feb 10. She was 71 born in Ireland immigrating in 1866. Survived by brothers Martin and Michael O'Brien a daughter Katherine F Kelley three sons Peter J Bath John E Winthrop Maine and Thomas C Brooklyn five grandchildren Mary Margaret John Kelly Bath Paul Cynthia Ryan Brooklyn. Funeral held Saturday morning at St Marys Church where she was a member of the Sodality. Residence 229 Center St.

Mary E Thomas Ryan John Kelley Bath and Paul Cynthia Ryan Brooklyn N. Y St. Mary’s Church Sodality

Longtime Elm Street Baptist Church matron dies at 93

Mrs. Margaret J. Hall aged 93 10 12 widow of Danby Hall died after a weeklong pneumonia at her grandson Harry D Hall 1204 Washington St She was a Bristol native daughter of James and— Erskine and longtime resident of this city last of her family She leaves five grandchildren Howard Pratt Marion Leslie Harry D and Catheryn Hall Funeral held Tuesday at Elm Street Baptist Church at two o'clock in the afternoon.

Margaret J. Hall Danby Hall Harry D. Hall Washington St Hall Bristol James Erskine Elm Street Howard W. Pratt Marion Leslie W Harry D Catheryn Hall Elm Street Baptist Church

Mrs Parker O Rogers Dies After Week Long Illness

Mrs Lydia B Rogers aged 85 years 11 months died Wednesday at her sister Mrs Llewelyn F Adams 24 High St after a week long illness She was born in Phippsburg daughter of the late Ephram Elliott widow of Parker R Rogers Survived by another sister Mrs William Litchfield of Portland Funeral held Saturday at two oclock from the Adams residence 21 High St.

Lydia B. Rogers Llewelyn F. Adams High St Phippsburg Ephram Elliott Parker R. Rogers Adams William Litchfield Portland L. F. Adams

Death of William Harlow of Richmond Ends Long USPS Career

William Harlow, about 60, of Richmond, Maine, died of heart disease at his home on Thursday the 10th. He served for generations as the American Express Company agent in Richmond and as a mail carrier. He leaves a widow, one son Roy C. Harlow, and two brothers and sisters.

William Harlow Richmond Sagadahoc Roy C. Harlow Harlow Deeeeets American Express Company

Ruel Dana Small Dies in Portland at 37

Ruel Dana Small, longtime reporter for Judge Clarence Hale in the U S District Court, died at his Portland home Friday afternoon after a brief illness with pneumonia. Born in Portland in May, he was 37 and leaves a widow Winnifred Scribner and two children, Ruel and Helen. He also leaves two brothers, Albert H. and Louis L., and was a member of Deering lodge F and A M.

Ruel Dana Small Clarence Hale United States District Court Portland Federal Court House Small Ruel Small National House of Representatives Charles W. Watson Winnifred Scribner Ruel Helen Albert H Louis L Springfield Mass Deering Lodge

Mrs Sarah J Nash Dies in Brunswick at 71

Mrs Sarah J Nash wife of Charles H Nash of Brunswick died last Friday of pneumonia. Born in Portland 71 years ago she was a daughter of Capt. and Mrs John Haley. Survived by husband daughter Edith Nash Brunswick son Fred B Nash Auburn brother Joel P Haley Portland. Charter member of Evening Star Rebekah Lodge I O O F. Funeral held 3 30 Sunday afternoon.

Sarah J. Nash Charles H. Nash Brunswick Penumonia Portland John Haley Edith Nash Fred B. Nash Auburn Joel P. Haley

Mrs Mary J Munsey Passes After Brief Illness

Mrs Mary J Munsey aged 87 9 4 died Sunday at her daughter Mrs Lafayette Olivers home in Parker Head after a brief illness. A Lowell Mass native and daughter of Ruel Judkins and Malinda, she had lived with her only daughter since widower John Munsey died fourteen years ago. Funeral was held Wednesday at Parker Head church at two oclock.

Mary J. Munsey Lafayette Oliver Parker Head Lowell Mass Ruel Malinda Judkins John Munsey Oliver

Death of Brunswick carpenter George D. Campbell

Bath friends mourn the death of George D. Campbell of Brunswick who died Sunday. Campbell was a longtime carpenter on the Maine Central Railroad and oversaw the ferry drops in Bath. He retired three years ago on a pension and was respected as an expert mechanic by colleagues and many others.

Bath George D. Campbell Brunswick Campbell Maine Central R. A

Mrs Rose B Doe dies at Central Maine General

Mrs Rose B Doe, 51, of this city died at Central Maine General Hospital at 3 o clock Wednesday February 9. She was admitted in January for an operation but it was not performed. Survived by husband Charles V Doe.

Rose B. Doe Central Maine General Hospital Charles V. Doe

Portland Road Highway Builds To Saco State Aid

The Maine Highway Commission vows no delays in the Portland to Saco highway project this year. Bids for the remaining uncompleted section near Scarboro and the final link between Portsmouth New Hampshire and Brunswick are due by 11 a.m. February 23. Work may begin in March with concrete laid in April.

Maine Highway Commission Portland Saco Portsmouth N. H Brunswick Highway Department Scarboro Old Orchard Dunstan Qeeether Niiler Fe Main Street The

Maine highway project aims to finish 54 mile route by July

The commission plans to complete the Portsmouth to Portland highway by July 1, fully opening the 54 mile stretch. The Maine Automobile Association backs the effort to handle summer traffic, with bids covering draining grading and six inch concrete surfacing. A new detour via Saco Old Orchard Grand avenue and Pine Point will replace last year’s blocked Payne road.

Portland Dunstan Portsmouth N.H Maine Automobile Association Highway Commission Saco Payne Road Old Orchard Grand Avenue Pine Point The

Palmyra Me Farmers Union organized with 18 members

Palmyra Maine held the Farmers Union formation on Saturday January 29 with 18 charter members named. Officers elected include President C W Homstead Vice President F M Peasley Treasurer H H A McCrillis and Secretary E C Leavitt. A meeting to plan ventures and promote organization will follow with Manager Embree to speak on the value of organization.

Palmyra Farmers’ Union Palmyra C. F. Tibbetts F. W. Dyler J. L. Bergant F. M. Peasley W.E. Smith W. B. White F. B. Goodrich C. B. Brewer O. R. Merchant E. C. Leavitt Frank Collman C. R.mccrillis W. J. Robinson B. A. McCrillis J. W. McCrillis H. A. Fletcher Earl Hyer W. Homstead F. S. Homstead C. W. Homstead F. M Peasley HH. A. McCrillis Harmony Branch

Pay Up Week Aims To Boost Circulation And Prices

The United States will observe a Pay Up Week from February 21 to February 26 to spur spending. The plan promises that every dollar paid to a business will be passed to another party and could return to the payer, boosting circulation and potentially lowering living costs if people settle debts promptly.

United States

Bulky Feed for Laying Hens Recommended

Laying hens need bulky rations not just concentrates. Ration should include mast and mash components such as two parts wheat to one part each of clover, ground oats, cornmeal, middlings, and beef scrap.

Anuric touted by Dr. Pierce for backache relief

A reader appeals to try Anuric from Dr. Pierce of the Invalids Hotel in Buffalo. The letter claims rapid relief from backache swelling and urinary symptoms after one dose and urges purchasing a 60 cent box, noting the doctor’s long-standing medical reputation and other remedies.

Pierce The Invalids’ Hotel Buffalo N. Y Anuric W. R. Bray Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute Dr. Pierce

Feeding Mash to Hens with Varied Winter Rations

The author notes wheat bran and cut clover dominate volume but weigh less than a quarter of the mash. A constant mash in hens’ hops is safe, with a moistened noon serving. For winter variety, replace cut clover at noon with cooked vegetables like potatoes pumpkins or turnips. mix thoroughly and feed warm.

Regularity and Kindness Key to Dairy Cow Welfare

Dairy advice stresses consistent handling to avoid production drops. Ottawa experiment farms show irregular milking and feeding intervals reduce milk quantity and quality. Gradual changes in milking and diet improve butterfat and overall herd performance. Ladders stored under cover signal good farming practice and higher standards. Do not feed cured roughage around milking to keep barn dust down.

Ottawa Canada

Silage for Horses Use in Rations Explored

A report from an eastern Experiment station discusses feeding horses and mules on hay and corn with added silage weekly. It notes silage can be a useful roughage but warns that it may be unprofitable or dangerous in some cases.

Feeding Horses: Silage Should Be Low Amounts And Clean

Horses are fed with other roughages like corn stover timothy hay and oat straw. Gradual introduction to silage is essential and it should be a clean wholesome variety. Feed in small proportions relative to other roughage and balance the ration with grain supplements.

Novel Fruit Barrels Invented in British Columbia

A BC fruit man has devised a partitioned barrel split into two equal halves by adjustable partitions so it can be sawed without harming contents. Patents filed in Canada and this country. It can be shipped in knock down form, assembled at the packing house, and may eliminate wrapping due to central firmness, keeping fruit in perfect condition.

British Columbia Canada

Digs Up Ancient Taos Pueblos and Artifacts

Prof. Nels O. Nelson of the American Museum of Natural History excavating Taos ruins near Santa Fe New Mexico this summer cleared out 470 rooms and one kiva in six pueblos dating from cliff dwelling to late Spanish eras. In San Marcos Pueblo he outlined 43 stone buildings with 3,000 ground floor rooms. Sixteen skeletons were removed, 45 reinterred, and he recovered thousands of implements pottery bones and preserved corn beans squash and pumpkins. He also outlined vast irrigation and water storage works built by prehistoric dwellers.

Nels O. Nelson American Museum of Natural History Taos Santa Fe New Mexico San Marcos Pueblo Nelson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Michael J. McCormicck TER D. T. Hopkins & Son Jones St New York City Gouraud Mary E. Ryan Mrs. Danby Hall Parker O. Rogers C. H. Nash Mrs Farmers’ Union Union Children Ory Ieee IA Astor Ohiaren Ory Fletcher’s Castoria Childaren Castoria Deere Watson Dart Union Street D. M. Humphreys Sagadahock Block Meio Maine Central Railroad Maine Central Industrial Bureau Portland, Maine Curtis Centre Street Cyrus W. Longley
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