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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1948
Page
6
The Solar Lodge Masons gathered for Past Masters Night with about 250 in attendance and roughly 280 represented, honoring former leaders at the event.
A miscellaneous shower for Miss Stella Block in the Corliss Street Baptist church vestry celebrated her upcoming marriage to James Geena of Norway. Attendees included Grace Block and several King relatives, with refreshments provided by young women.
The last refuge for the Indian lion is identified at the Kathiewar Peninsula peak. Authorities warn the habitat faces ongoing threats from habitat loss and human activity, with conservation efforts urged to protect the remaining population.
The fragment outlines midwife Mrs. Lombard’s career across Bath West Bath and Phippsburg, her service by messenger on horseback, and a fee of one silver dollar. It traces births and marriages in the Lombard and related families from 1767 to 1828, including Joseph Lombard and descendants.
The passage recalls Rufus Winter Lombard of the family table and mentions Emma Amanda born 1853. It notes Joseph served in the 3rd Maine and David in the 19th Maine Volunteer Infantry, tying them to local history and the old West Bath farm.
The Ritual of Jewels ceremony conducted by Mrs Ring Jr president of Theta took place Tuesday at O'Brien. Entertainment included Mrs Watson and Mrs Carlene vich singing Ave Maria Schubert Serenade and Will You Remember. Mrs Sus lavich performed Sleepy Hollow Tune Brahms Lullaby and Smilin Through. The program featured a duet titled by Mrs Raleigh Glenn wet Catherine Legard Miss Helen Hayes and Mrs Nathan Watson.
Bath Lodge of Elks plans a Friday matinee for Hyde Memorial Home children and staff. Portland Lodge has reserved 47 seats and County Commissioner Doyle offers Bath Bus Service transportation. Elks provide pocket money for popcorn soda and balloons so every child can enjoy the circus.
A simple night meal features canned baked beans served with a green salad hot rolls and a fruit and cookie dessert to create a balanced menu for a wholesome supper.
A brief historical note records that friction matches were first produced in England in the year 1827, marking an early development in modern ignition technology.
The meeting discussed moving to burn the present roll as an ineffectual city asset and no memorial plan was finalized. A fundraising committee was named to sponsor a public auction on January 21 at the Bath Community Center. The club agreed to cooperate with Bath Rotary on hospital fund efforts and Boy Scout drives ahead of a joint meeting featuring William W of Centraline Power Co. as speaker.
A women’s shower for Mrs. Royce Howes was hosted at Mrs. Samuel Guptill’s home last Monday. Guests shared pink and blue gifts, cake with blue frosting and swan decorations, and refreshments as a pleasant evening concluded. Guests included Mrs. Lois Allen, Mrs. Charlotte Chase, Mrs. Betty Gordon, Mrs. Hazel Crook, Mrs. Patricia Hayward, Mrs. Grace Smith, Mrs. Gert Brown, Mrs. Ruth Munsey, Mrs. Meda Fitzpatrick, Mrs. Nenes Kirkpatrick, and Doris Carter.
A health and safety tally shows about 31,000 fires in the United States in a single year caused by defective or overheated chimneys and flues, highlighting widespread risk in homes and public buildings.
On Wednesday night a private gathering featured members Williams Mollard and Martha Stone. The program concluded with a highlight from Martha Stone and a birthday centerpiece shaped table. Rose Jean led the birthday committee. Refreshments followed. The next Lowell Temple meeting is scheduled for 7 30 next Wednesday with each member to prepare a joke.
Mrs. June Hallowell at 67 Court Street hosted a house warming for Grant Co employees. Guests enjoyed a program of tap dancing, singing, poems and dancing followed by refreshments. Servants listed included Bea Grayce Carol Carlton Dot Pendleton and Priscilla Witham among others.
Mrs. Arthur Chapman returns to her Munroe Michigan home after a two week stay with her son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Alyce Chapman at 418 Middle street.
Fragmented OCR lists community events and people from Maine including gatherings at homes, church services, hospital visits, and family news. It mentions Mrs. Charles Hackett hosting, Rita Miner and J Richard Lambert singing, travels of Rev Horace M, and illnesses of Charles Sherman. Also notes Deer tagging in Bowdoinham and visits by Dr Richard Favour and Margaret Gile.
A fragmented report notes Mrs Gartle and Mrs Donald Hackett improving after illnesses at home. The unclear text suggests better health for some local residents amid recent illness and recovery.
Free scholarships are awarded to about forty four year students at the College of Agriculture. Recipients must intend to follow farming as a life work and seek employment on or operation of a commercial dairy farm. Scholarships are granted by a committee of the dean of Agriculture, the department of animal husbandry, and university officials based on scholastic standing from the previous year.
The American House Inc located on Water and Elm streets received a 30 day liquor license suspension after a disturbance. Authorities noted visibly intoxicated patrons and improper sensory conditions during the incident. The action followed a liquor licensing board review.
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