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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1947

Page

5

Bath Red Cross thanks for Maine fire emergency support

Mrs. G. Thomas Murphy of the Bath Red Cross thanks the Bath chapter, Woolwich branch, and all officers and associates for their generous contributions of time, energy, and material during the state fire emergency. She sends gratitude and asks that her message be shared with members.

G. Thomas Murphy Bath American Red Cross Woolwich Bath Red Cross Linden Street Maine Execu Horace Hildi

Hyde Memorial Home Hosts Meetings and Film Programs

The Hyde Memorial Home held a Wednesday afternoon program featuring a film A Day in the Life of My Child and another from the Cureative Workshop in Milwaukee. Leo J. McDermott of Port Lesa served as speaker. Miss Priscilla Trott of High Street traveled to Boston to visit her sister Miss Jane Trott, an employee with Shawmut Na-

Leo J. McDermott Portlesa Curative Workshop Milwaukee Priscilla Trott Milton C. Trott Highstreet Boston Jane Trott Emee

Mr and Mrs Harold M Johnstone Return From Visit

Mr and Mrs Harold M Johnstone of Quincy Massachusetts have returned home after visiting their daughter Mrs Donald Burkhardt and family on High street.

Harold M. Johnston Quincy, Mass Donald Burkhardt High Street

Former Bath residents return for westward visit

The Squires family head from Greenville to Long Beach California via the Southern route stopping at Texas and other points of interest. Maxim Squires now in Bradford PA graduated from Morse High. Mr Squires once led the Arc Welding school in Bath and worked with the Coast and Geodetic Survey at Homestead Florida. They note Bath’s seven foot tidal rise and recent snow in Greenville. William travels while studying and keeps up with his classes. They plan leisurely overnight stops visiting old friends along the way.

Squires West

Cosmopolitan Club Dessert Bridge Sees Success Despite Storm

The Cosmopolitan Club dessert bridge held last Wednesday at the club house netted a good sum for the treasury. Dessert was served at seven by a committee including Mrs. Co bridge. First prize in contract went to Mrs. Lawrence Hutchins. second to Mrs. Morris Potter. consolation to Mrs. Randall Daley. Auction prizes went to Mrs. Gerard Billington. second to Mrs. John Robbins. consolation to Mrs. Wallace Ham. A decorated cake donated by Mrs. Clara Sonia arrived via Mrs. William H. Du e. Turkey dinner went to Horace Savage of Woolwich. turkey to Morris J. Potter. fruit cake to Mrs. Arthur Eseley. apples to Mrs. Burton of Brunswick. potatoes to Mrs. Katherine Conroy. Mrs. Alice Lilly of Portland is visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Howe. Mrs. Russell S. Hitchcock of Washington street has left for Boston for a few days.

Treasury Cobridge Lawrence Hutchins Morris Potter Randall Daley Gerard Billington John Robbins Wallace Ham Clara Sonia William H Horace Savage Woolwich Morris J. Potter Arthur Eseley Ae Burton Brunswick Katherine Conroy

Brunswick Couple Observes Sixtieth Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Erswell of Brunswick celebrate sixty years of marriage with a Sunday evening reception. Erswell, 83, remains an avid golfer and founder of the Maine State Golf Association in 1917, and the State Senior’s Golf Association in 1930. Mrs Erswell, a noted Brunswick golfer, shares stories of early life and wars with neighbors and friends. Attendees included Bath residents William S Newell and Eastham Guild Jr.

United Erswell Brunswick Maine State Golf Association State Senior's Golf Association William H. Farrar Bath Samuel L. Forsaith Ohio Mr. Erswell Canada Southern Railway Toledo Union Pacific University of Michigan Sherman Mountain Hudson River Water Power Co Glens Falls N. Y Boston Maine Attionan Plens Brswell William S. Newell Eastham Guild, Jr

Seavey Bailey Nuptials Held at North Street Home

Miss Irma Mildred Bailey daughter of Mr and Mrs Lawrence F Bailey of St Johns NB wed William Seavey son of Mr and Mrs Clarence Seavey of 502 High Street. The ceremony at Rev Charles R Sims North Street home used a single ring service. Attendants were Myrtle J Packard and Harold E Packard.

Irma Mildred Bailey Lawrence F. Bailey St. Johns N. B William Seavey Clarence Seavey High Street Charles R. Sims North Street Myrtle J Harold E. Packard

Engagement Announced for Katherine Smith and Leo Couture

Miss Katherine Elainé Smith of Fulton New York to Leo Couture son of Mr and Mrs Peter Couture of 18 Liberty Street. Smith a Fulton High School graduate class of 1943 works as a stenographer. Couture a Morse High School graduate class of 1945 and a University of Syracuse student. Wedding planned for Thanksgiving.

Katherine Elainé Smith Fulton N. Y Leo Couture Peter Couture Liberty Street Miss Smith Fulton High School Couture Morse High School M.C.1 University of Syracuse

Miss Mildred Black Weds James Pomerleau In Bath Ceremony

Miss Mildred Elizabeth Black married James Noel Pomerleau at eight o eight mass at St church with Rev Saggeney presiding. The bride wore a white satin gown with train and lace veil. maid of honor Miss Margaret Black and bridesmaids carried flowers. Best man Jean Noel Pomerleau and ushers Julien and Lauriat Pomerleau. A reception followed at the G A R hall. couple to reside at 76 Lincoln Street after a wedding trip. The bride, educated at St Penn Bath Wick High, works for Beer England Tel Co. The groom, a veteran, works at Bath Iron Works. Numerous out of town guests and gifts observed.

Mildred Elizabeth Black St. Church Saggeney Miss Garet Black James Ane Jean Noel Pomerleau Julien Lauriat Pomerleau G. A. R. Hall St. Penn School Bath Wick High School Beer England Tel

Ragusa Grimard Nuptials. Bride Joins Navy Couple

Theresa Grimard daughter of Mr and Mrs William Grimard of 5 Federal Street married Joseph Ragusa in a double ring nuptial mass on October 29. The Morse High graduate of class of 1945 and her husband both work in the Navy Department Bureau of Naval Personnel. They honeymooned in New York City and Bath with the bride’s parents and then returned to Washington D C to establish residence.

Theresa Grimard William Grimard Federal Street Morse High Ragusa Navy Bureau of Naval Personne New York City Bath

Central church Men's club winter street program outline

In his address the speaker described the institution's rehabilitation focus over punishment. The program featured West Virginia and New England films. Supper committee members are David Henderson George Sargent and Carl Albee. Murphy introduced the speaker in his characteristic manner.

Central Church Men's Club Winter Street Ch West V New England David Henderson George Sargent Carl Albee Urphy

Menard Butterfield Wedding Saturday

Mrs. Verna Butterfield of 51 series and Mrs. Philp Menard of Detter nun announce their daughters wedding plans. The ceremony will be followed by a weekend trip and the couple will reside at 51 Chestnut Cabe.

Verna Butterfield Philp Menard Detter

South End Couple Honored At Surprise House Party

A group of friends gathered unannounced for a house party honoring Mr. and Mrs. Hunt. Mrs. James Ledyard and Mrs. Herbert Anderson Jr. helped organize the event while Mrs. Milford Lewis presented a fluorescent kitchen light as a token of appreciation.

James Ledyard Herbert Anderson, Jr Milford ¥. Lewis Hunt

Harold ting of Bath street notice

Local notice mentions Harold and event details at Bath Street with unclear context and limited readable facts. No full names or dates available to confirm scope or action.

Ear Harold Ting Bath Street

Bath Couple Announce Engagement of Jean Dennison

Jean Dennison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Dennison of 49 Green Street, will wed John Thomas Conley Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas Conley of Cape, with Navy and University of Maine ties. The wedding is planned for late summer 1948.

William W. Dennison Green Street Jean John Thomas Conley, Jr John Thomas Conley Cape Dental Hygiene U. S. Navy Maritime Academy At Castine University of Maine

Salvation Army Receives Maine Governor’s Gratitude

Major Warren of the Salvation Army in Maine receives a governor’s note of appreciation for the corps work during a fire relief effort. The message praises food provision, support for workers, and encouragement to volunteers aiding the homeless.

Warren Salvation Army New England Govorace Maine

Wright Johansen Wedding At Home Of Clergyman

Miss Sally Pearl Johansen daughter of Mrs Catherine C Johansen and the late Hans A Johansen and Herman N Wright Jr son of Mr and Mrs Herman N Wright of Bath were united in marriage Saturday evening at seven o clock at the residence of the officiating clergyman Rev Dr David L Wilson. Miss Celia Johansen and Robert Wright served as attendants. Friends witnessed the ceremony.

Sally Pearl Johansen Catherine C. Johansen Hans A. Johansen Herman N. Wright, Jr Herman N.wright Bath David L. Wilson Celia Johansen Robert Wright

Windbreaks Erected Amid Approaching Winter

A fragmented report notes windbreaks being set up as winter nears, reflecting seasonal preparation. The readable text hints at local weather cues and community efforts, though specifics are unclear.

Local civic leaders noted for long service and fall projects

A recount of longtime officers and members including Maxwell and Ed Dite with roles from secretary to chaplain, outlining a Fall work plan funded by members and a Spring continuation. The piece mentions community figures and a supper after a meeting, plus visits and a bereavement.

City administration to be reorganized under new charter

The proposal outlines transferring control of city governance to a new administrative structure. A list of candidates and qualifications will be prepared with the Personnel Service to aid the council in selecting a new executive.

Ne Ren Pest

Annual Flower Day at Salvation Army Held

Treasurer Daniel ports that the appeal raised funds for the Salvation Army with Mrs Fred R E Dean and Ed as key contributors noted in the report.

Salvation Army Daniel Fred R.E. Dean Edas Ater

Boothbay Harbor Visit With Mrs Katherine

Mrs Azasene and Mr Boothbay Harbor visit Park district as Mrs Katherine from Park arrives for a brief stay at home.

Azasene Boothbay Harbor Katherine Park Street

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Mrs. Norman Squires Ates de von Cosmopolitan Club Alice Lilly Portland John Howe Upper Washington Street Russell S. Hitchcock Washington Street Union First Federal First Federal Savings*loan Association Bath ME Seavey—Bailey Paul Sherman Gail Paul, Jr Katherine Mullaney Mr. Sherman Suzanne Sherman Sherman Uper H. M J. C. Steen Howard and Jim Washington ST. Corner South Se Shakur Gooeek B.I. W Mrs Fernand Pomerleau Grimard Bride Morse Inah Washington Paris Bailey’s Bath, Maine Central St. Jean the Baptist Catholic Church South End John Thomas Jr Cape Jean Dennison Wright—Johansen Maxwell Eddite Leland Chapman Roland Cornish Parent Adams del Curtis Maynard Carr Marshall Pilot Lloyd Skelton Club Electa Federal Land Bank Bert Merrill Webber Grain Company James Torrance Bangor A. S. MacDougal Donald Hackett Augusta O. Lang Warren Lawrence Fred Fides PERA de Omen Eis tPocaibl Uptowne Pug Guest Andy Cyde DmUmeei Lite Don Castle Peggy Knudsen Alan Hole, Jin Anne Nagel Moon En
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