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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1947
Page
8
Mr and Mrs Samuel Welch of this city arrived in Van B C Monday. They and the Winter on the Pa n church present a cantata The Flower. The cast are all exemplary in their respective roles.
November 13, 1907 reports F. J. Potter and others returning from a club outing. Charles W. Aeray of Danvata is noted as married in Oct. M. Taylor hosted a social event honoring a birthday. A Moosehead gathering drew many friends and a swell dinner is remembered. Music lovers are urged to attend a future event.
Iharwury reports a difficult public issue with unclear terms touching on health and municipal services. Officials are urged to clarify the situation and address resident concerns while outlining steps and timelines.
The article notes the final voyage of a veteran seaman and the election of Co C first lieutenant. Geo. A. Baker is named for a drill and guard duty, with attendees including National Wallace and N. Sawyer of the South. Illness kept Sawyer away. City Solicitor Stetson backs a swank ceremony.
Nov 14 1907 Mabel Cahoun of End was rescued Monday after the Seow boat overturned during a high tide. The accident occurred as water rose eight feet and enticed a swift pull to safety. Nearby residents reported the event as boats returned to shore and tides ebbed.
The item mentions Phi Beta Phi initiates in Mt. Oliver Chapter and a Sage Square concert drawing a crowd of about 500. It reports coal removal, Bath's Scott Tibbetts finishing work, and Henry Carlton switching foot passengers on the Kennebec aboard the Triton as Hockomock ferry repairs progress. A Bath resident incurred a sail needle injury. a Bath jeer attended a prayer meeting recalling past hardships. Charlies Dwyer travels to Lewiston for an appendectomy operation.
A sun eruption observed at 11.45 a.m. reaches 325000 miles high but scientists say Earth’s surface won’t be affected. Repairs on the Lucy Neff freighter at Kelley Spear Co. plant progress. completion expected in a month. Round trip to Boston price of 5.50 limited as Ransom 8 Fuller voyage ends. old rate resumes at 3.25 each way. Jank Emmons opens Bath Upholstery with A G Longley as head upholsterer. Bath delegation used five coaches to Bowdoin Maine game. Navy orders bring personnel to New York Navy Yard then Panther duty. Mr Lord’s prior Asiatica service noted.
Fragmented text references tests of funds and games, evaporators and a cruise to touch Angt, with mentions of New York and a vessel tied to a cruise. Names and places are garbled and unclear.
The Beacon Street Cub Scouts held a Thursday afternoon visit to local offices and the press room, guided by Den Chief Graeme Hanson and accompanied by Rev Ives and family. Ten members attended, including Michael Venus and Clifton Ives, ending with a birthday party and refreshments.
Forty six candidates including nine seniors 13 juniors 10 sophomores and 14 freshmen reported for practice under Coach Farrell. Veterans from 1946 47 squad are among the few to return as drills focus on vein passing and conditioning ahead of the December 5 opener against Omaston at Bath.
After a ban was lifted on Nov 8 locals rush to secure licenses and deer permits. City Clerk Harry E. Ring helps many obtain licenses Sunday before dawn, sparking debate when a city alderman objects to after hours requests. The alderman, tied to local reform, still seeks personal time away from office duties.
Mrs Crossman recovers after major operation as Congregational church interior redecorating continues. Rev Robert H Heigham led a service at Lincoln Home for the Aged in Newcastle with Mrs Heigham and family. The Heighams visited Nova Scotia and several locals visited Lewiston and Boothbay Harbor events noted with regional guests and meetings.
Elery Folsom Word died November 8 at his home in Augusta aged 90. Born in Wiscasset to Samuel and Ann Freeman Folsom, he was a barber by trade and had lived in Augusta for 69 years. He is survived by his wife.
Public notice lists an executor and administrator for the estate of George E. Percy formerly of Sa Massatts, with filing dates and court reference. Registered by John L. Jack, Register, on the record.
Seventeen boys listed to attend the 36th State Y M C A Conference in Portland December 5 to 7 with a Bath group meeting at the Central and Street churches. Six local sponsors including Elks Eagles Colonial Rotary American Legion and Lions back teams with uniforms and a new 10 foot bulletin board in the lobby.
Fragmentary line lists names including Mond and Delmar of Dresden, two sisters Mrs Harold Curtis of Randolph and Mrs Inez Southard of Dresden, indicating a social or obituary notice continued from page five.
Funeral services for Wilbur A. Gilpatrick were held in the afternoon at his home with Rev. David Hickland officiating. Honorary bearers included Frank Lint, Robert Rankins, Ernest Rice and Leslie Williams. Active pallbearers were J. Norris Sidelinger, Enoch Gilpatrick, Albion Shaw and Charles St. Pierre. Interment followed in the Richmond Cemetery lot.
The Central Church League gathered Monday in the parish house with 23 people present. After the meeting a social hour followed with refreshments served by Mrs. Lawrence Lord and Mrs. Carl Pierce.
Funeral services were conducted in Augusta with interment at Mt Vernon cemetery, completing the final rites for the deceased.
Court records show probate proceedings for the estates of William Flint Campbell of Bath and Larmond H. Rowe of Georgetown. The notices list petitions for probate and will verification, with heirs and representatives named, including Samuel Moore and Geneva L. Hesitter, as the document records.
The record shows multiple Maine estates including William Flint Campbell Ada E Watts and William E Harriman with appointed executors administrators and filed inventories accounts and license to sell real estate. Names include Ed W Bridgham Catherine V Jobling Katina Vamvakias Mary Lee Lord Addison H Rice and more with Bath Richmond Phippsburg Woolwich Georgetown and Newton as locations.
Probate notices list multiple estates from Bath Topsham Phippsburg and Georgetown with executors administrators and guardians named. Wills admitted inventories filed and accounts shown for residents including Mary Barland George Cahill Esther McDonald Jennie Tripp and many others with local executors such as Ella Pingley Ralph Dale and Mabel Wade among others.
John L. Jack Register of Probate for Sagadahoc County certifies the copy of the original guardianship order for Edith yes at declared estate. Attest says 13 20 27.
A dominant crowd watched Bus club defeat Bath Bus 61 to 36 with Shepard scoring Freeman and Barber sharing top honors. In an upset Hilyad Drug rallied to beat Oakhurst 40 to 38 as Munsey and Shoemen led the offense and all nine Barbers scored in a balanced display.
The Supreme Board of Odd Ladies hosted a reception with colorful decorations and a cake carried by Mrs. Perry to Mrs. Stewart. Guests came from Brunswick Port into Waterville Bangor Massachusetts and New Hampshire making it a landmark event in their society.
The readable text shows a partial legal notice about estates and copies of a true copy, with names like Borland and references to a register entry around 19 20 27. It indicates notice to interested parties and objection rights tied to a formal record.
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