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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1948

Page

4

Palmer Name Honors Dr William F Palmer Legacy

Fragmentary text describes a naming in honor of Dr William F Palmer, with references to Mrs Sam Woash Clerk of Courts and several individuals including Mr Fogg Mr Belanger and Mr Jones. The note mentions a yard bearing the name Palmer and ties to Percy. The overall sense is a dedication or designation honoring a long-time figure.

Sam Woash Mel Helanger Mr. Fogg Bro Belanger Jones Moon Percy Yard Palmer William F. Palmer Sagen Fuller Palmer Percy & S ‘S Boston Capt Clarke O’brien

Oldest Bath Voter Faces Historic Poll Contest

One of Bath’s oldest voters, a man who cast his first vote for James K. Polk, nears another electoral contest. A storm-driven rescue found him conscious but shaken as he awaited further medical checks. Nearby, James Harford from Woolwich vanished at sea but reappeared with no serious injuries.

Bath James K. Polk James Harford Woolwich Mr. Harford

Youthport winter quarters delayed as incident prompts response

A disrupted scene described with unclear OCR notes mentions youthport and teens sent to winter quarters after an incident. A fire department response involved water from a bucket and a hazardous wire crossing. Totman of NET and Fagen were noted in connection with a hanging wire incident near a window at 134.

Elusive antique treasures draw crowds at English fair

Vague notes describe a collector’s display of ancient furnitures and other wondrous items in England, with a ship voyage and valuable pieces said to be part of a vast collection. The social event featured Helen Crosby and Evelyn Clifford hosting, along with cake, cream, songs, and music, attracting many locals.

Lave England Helen Crosby Elyn Clifford Pat Clark Nive Solla Anton

Whist party aids historical markers fund in Scowtree area

Mrs. Er nest Allen hosts a D A R regent whist gathering at her home to raise money for markers for historic spots and Revolutionary soldiers graves. Fourteen tables played while refreshments were served, netting $18. Read, Nichols, and others visit Quincy relatives as Bath hosts a community contest and meals. A street bridge fire near Oak Street prompted quick firefighting.

George K. Nichols Quincy Nodiagy Elizabeth Meher Ernest Allen Col

Delinquent collection plans noted in Richmond area

Local officials plan a thorough, alphabetically ordered review of delinquent accounts for settlement with Tax Collector Brown. A Richmond House occupant was arrested evening in Depew, later jailed, and authorities found a six full le chamber stash as the investigation continues. The scene shifts to fisheries as prices ease and fishermen report larger hauls amid rising business activity southeast of the Bath area. The Belfast shearer is due in port and the Meine-Central line makes an offer this week.

James H. Dewire Richmond House Depewdatiou

Bathingret Tal Association Trustees Meet At Piers

The Bathngret tal association trustees met at the piers with Galen C. Moses Alberta 5ea atheed Nenport C Cliffe William D. Sewall George F. Jackson George E. B. Horatio A. Duncan and Frank H. Percy present. John B. Hyde’s absence led H A Duncan to chair and Percy to be elected secretary pro tem.

Bathngrettal Association Galen C. Moses Alberta

Thimble Club Meeting Hosted by Mrs Walter James

Mrs Walter James entertained Thimble club members and friends at her Drummond street home last week with a glamour show that was described as both interesting and instructive. Refreshments followed the program. The group plans to meet Wednesday evening at Mrs Ada Mee’s Oak street home.

Walter James Thimble Club Drummond Street Adamee Mitch Bat Doroth Hanneh- Miller

Bath societies and clubs hold meetings with observances

Mrs. Rose Jean was named chairman of the evening's activities as Bath societies and clubs held their meetings and observed day and birthday customs.

Bath Societies Rose Jean

Junior Hospital League Plans Christmas Dance and Drive

The Junior Hospital League met at Mrs. Boe er M. Luke’s home with 17 members. They discussed the Christmas Eve dance as a winter events highlight and the forthcoming hospital drive. Time was also set for sewing hospital articles and planning street zoning in the city. Refreshments were served, next meeting with Mrs. William U. Niss. Members present included Mrs. Rog Luke and others.

League Boe William U. Niss Rog~ Luke George Barker Dearborn George 2Nd Alden Anderson Dean Shaw Lynn Busson Harry L. Day Frank Givin

Winter Street Auxiliary hosts talk on Alaska trip

The Winter Street Auxiliary of Winter Street church drew a large audience Tuesday as Henry C. Wright spoke about his 43 day tour including Alaska. A food sale is planned for November 19 at Marsh's Electrical Shop with 2 PM start and toy doll dressings encouraged.

Winter Street Henry C. Wright Alaska Wright Northwest Alice Johnson Esther Perry Emery Freeman Edgar Leavitt Bernice McGlinchy Anna Hill Elizabeth Burden Mildred Melrose

Lambert Park Women Host Swap Party Meeting

The Lambert Park Women's club will meet at the Community hall at 7 30 Wednesday evening. A Swap Party will feature the evening and everyone is asked to bring an inexpensive gift. Plans for the open house on November 17 will be completed.

Lambert Park

Armistice Day Service at Wesley Church

An Armistice Day service of worship and prayer will be held at Wesley Church on Thursday at 11.00 a.m. The pastor Rev. C. Clifford Sar edud will lead the service focusing on the theme Centuries Speak to the Hours.

Conatesley C. Clifford Saredud

Butter and Lott Pension Scandal Rumors Surface

Unclear OCR text hints at Andrew M Butter involved with Bo ify Lott and a pensions matter linked to Chicago. No definite facts or named events confirmed in readable portions.

Andrew M. Butterests Bo Ify Lott Mat the Beebeeee Pensions Chicago

Nazarene Church Notes Prompt Service Change

Nazarene Church notes indicate a service adjustment to welcome a guest speaker from Palestine, Benge. The entry lists the intended attendance and mentions the pastor leading the prayer service.

Sunday School Girls Attend Meeting at Mrs Mildred Stuarts Home

Corliss Baptist church Sunday school girls in the senior department met at teacher Mrs Mildred Stuarts home Tuesday evening. The gathering included games and refreshments. The class invites girls of similar age to join and attend future meetings.

Corliss Baptist Church Mildred Stuart

Needlework Guild distributes clothing to children in need

Pieces of wearing apparel are shown and will be distributed between five locations including Bath Memorial Hospital Memorial Home for Crippled Children Salvation Army Nursing Association and Welfare. The effort aims to assure children of a proper wardrobe at all times.

Bath Memorial Hoonfal Fs Cri Salvation Ablic Sa Nursing Association

Red Mann Night A Success In Bath Community Show

The Red Mann Night in Bath drew a full three hour program of entertainment led by director of recreation Bath and featuring Master of Ceremonies Mr Jewett. Acts included Miss Sadie Nissen and portland performers plus local Bath talents with accordion, saxophone, dance, and monologues. The Portland Pilots and local figures attended, with mentions of Dyer and Dana and Eddie McNeil's violin comedy.

Bath Haag Portland Red Jewett Three Arts Studio Sadie Nissen Laura Mulcahy Reginald Stacy William Mathias McNeil Brothers Peggy Eddie McNeil Dyer Dana Queenie Dunedin Art Stuporte Sam Aceto Herb Curry The Portland Pilots del Bissonette Pilots New Beato Tean ' Speagee Oh Widdisweight Champios

Bath Ride and Pista Oust Windlass Rifle in Monday League

The Bath Ride and Pista association defeated Windlass Rifle to top the Monday Night League. Hyde Windlass club faced the Pelatives in an early match while Sealesque joined the leaders with a decisive win.

Bath Ride Pista Oy Gayton Post Bath Canes

Bowling League Record Breaks Sparkling Scores

The league reports new marks as L Fortier clocks a high series and A Jewett shatters the high single with 139. Jewett also anchors the high five record and the high team total sits at 594 for Redlon's with a 529 high team single.

Jewett A. Jewett Redlon Redlon’s

Pirates Seize Lead With New High Team Total

The Pirates posted a new high team total of 1273 as they replaced the Indi ans team in the records. O Card scored 109 in the High single, A Bonney 287 in the High Ven single, and Dodgers contributed to the 427 new team total.

Holland's Market Beats Western Avenue in Bowling Match

Holland's Market defeated Western Avenue 1 30 1 to 1301 at Arcade alleys last week in a three string format. Brown earned high single honors with 11 and high three string honors with 295.

Holland’s Western Avenue Brown

Woolwich A A Bowling Scoreboard Report

Whites lead Blacks at 8 to 6 with Pas 6 Grays 3 Reds 1 and Blues 0. High score by Fyen Wallace with 114 pins. Ambiguous details follow about pane alley play and unclear extra text.

Woolwich A. A Fyen Wallace Tagley

Team Camels Triumph at 1167 Event

Team Camels secured a notable win at the 1167 competition, delivering a strong performance. Key figures contributed to the victory, with standout efforts shaping the final result.

Odd Fellows degrees conferment noted with social updates

Personal notes mention Irene Boothba and Mrs Glenda Scribener visiting Ban quest to see brother Mr Ingraham a student at the University of Maine Orono. John has returned to work as meat manager at A and P Market on Pr street and Bath Iron Works members welcomed him back.

John C. Wakefield Center Street Irene Boothba John Pr Street Jerea Bath Iron Works

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