27 Nov 1930
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1930
Page
1
The piece reflects on Thanksgiving 1930, urging gratitude for blessings as a nation and city. It notes fewer epidemics or disasters, general prosperity, and community generosity, while acknowledging sorrow for those who lost loved ones. It emphasizes family reunions and the enduring faith in government and recovery.
Commissioner of Agriculture Frank P. Washburn spoke at the Maine State Session in Boston, outlining Maine’s favorable conditions for sheep farming and the push to increase flocks. He cited ample pasture, progress already made, and expectations of thousands more sheep across Maine within a decade.
Manager Harrie B. Coe’s monthly Maine Publicity Bureau report notes hotels camps and similar establishments saw good business during the tourist season. While some parts lagged behind the record 1929 year, other segments equaled or surpassed it and Summer Resort activity fared better than feared with expectations of prosperity in the coming year. The report provides detailed figures indicating Maine’s 1930 summer business was far from disappointing.
A New York clergyman urged the public to Shop Early on radio last Sunday. He argued early shopping ensures better service from sales forces and larger stocks, reducing the rush that tires clerks and disrupts postal handling during the holidays.
The obituary notes Charles E. Emerson a veteran newspaper man and printer longtime resident and WisCasset correspondent for the Times and its weekly Independent. His honesty and integrity were widely respected and his loss will be deeply felt in the community.
Mrs. William M. Lewis of 454 Washington Street may sue the city if a settlement is not reached by Saturday regarding damage from the Pine Street construction. Her home sits 21 inches below the new road with a 24 inch drop to the front door, prompting planning for house raising and grading to avoid snow plow issues. Alvah H. Lewis offered 250 to settle, but a contractor estimated 500 may be needed. A Board of Highways and Sewers meeting discussed the issue as officials seek a satisfactory adjustment and keep the new highway project intact.
Residents around Popham Bay Point Georgetown greet news that their beds are clear of bacteria and clam shipments may resume to out of state markets. The first Bath arrival came aboard the George Popham with two barrels as diggers return to work, with more expected Monday and Tuesday. About 50 families at the river mouth rely on this industry for livelihoods.
A 15 year old girl visiting Bath and a Bath man faced Judge John J. Keegan on a charge of intoxication. Officers McElman and Wilson reported a complaint from South End residents after arresting them Saturday night. Both were released with suspended fines upon payment of court costs.
Raymond L. Arsenault 25 of Bath and Mildred M Reed 14 of Lewiston filed marriage intentions at the city clerk's office Monday. Arsenault is son of Mr. and Mrs Louis Arsenault of Waterville. Reed is daughter of Mr. and Mrs Wilfred E Reed of Lewiston.
An enjoyable Bath Bath Maine reception hosted by the P T A featured editor and publisher as principal speaker urging year round programs. Rev Tubbs presided as Edward Bridgham Dr Snipe and Mayor Small spoke. Morse orchestra praised and new teachers welcomed by community leaders.
Seventy two members responded at Wesley Methodist church annual roll call and supper. An evening program followed with singing, readings by Mrs. Hattie Farrar, vocal selections by the Wesley Trio and accompaniments by Thelma Dearing. Rev. F L Littlefield led the roll and Rev. William Wood spoke on Courage and Co operation citing former pastors.
George Lacey, Bath post office special delivery carrier, covers more miles daily than any other letter carrier. He handles all special delivery parcels after trains arrive and roams the city by motorcycle, rain or shine, delivering through busy hours. In a separate note Mrs. Walter Ey of Andrews road visits sister in Augusta.
Grace Church men met at Gries church for a weekly parish gathering. H. Baxter & Bro. member Rupert H. Baxter spoke on canning industry with Mr White showing company plant slides. The talk covered harvesting to canning, with Baxter recounting industry progress. A lobster supper followed, then coffee named Baxter. Next meeting on Dec 4 at eight, with a beefsteak supper planned for Dec 11.
The Cosmopolitan club Current Events department met Thursday to discuss philanthropy with members weighing health and improving business conditions in Bath and other cities. Reports highlighted Salvation Army baskets, Gospel Mission meals, and reform work in prisons, with future talks planned on science and health topics.
Edwin M. Johanson a boatswain's mate second class in the U S N is highlighted as a popular and versatile crew member of the U S & Rochester now stationed in Nicaragua The Rocky shipboard paper credits him as leader of the Spotlight Second Division and notes his sailing and athletic skills including baseball and broadjump Johanson born in Bath Maine is admired by shipmates and the Navy and the Rochester express pride in him
Principal Arthur B. Scott of Morse high school was elected president of the Kennebec Valley Conference schoolboy league at a meeting of coaches and principals in Hallowell. Other southern division schools include Brunswick Hallowell Gardiner and Cony high Augusta. Cecil J. Cutts of Morse attended. Schedule for Southern and Northern divisions was announced and game officials approved.
Walter T. Dingley and Edna M. Wright of Bath were married Saturday morning by John P. Carey Jr. The groom, son of Capt. and Mrs. Charles W. Dingley, formerly worked on the Bath W oolwich ferry and as a toll collector at the Kennebec bridge. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Wright, recently clerked at Monroe store. Mayflowers along Mitchell Road, Cape Elizabeth, were noted by Richard R. Jones with many more budding.
Parks announces the ninth annual schedule with game times from 6 30 to 10 10 p m and list of Dec dates. Officials are to be drawn for each game with referees timers and scorers named in advance. The governing committee urges elections of four missing managers from Elm Grace and Beacon and adds a committee to admit poor boys without cost. The schedule shows Dec dates for Winter Elm Central St Marys Grace Universalist Beacon Corliss and Wesley with a second round identical to the first and all games on Saturdays through Feb 14.
L a P Huntoon longtime Brunswick hotel manager died in Brunswick at about 75 years He led the Tontine in Brunswick Tacoma Inn for A K Ry and the Ex change in Lewiston He lived at 8 Cleveland street with his wife and had hosted Bowdoin College groups at his home during Commencement He also ran the Merrymeeting park casino and remained active with Bowdoin Society of Bowdoin Women.
Walter M. Potter sells his dwelling at 696 High Street Bath to Alfred E. Carpenter of Auburn. Carpenter to take possession around March 14 and plans to engage in flower and vegetable growing. Potter moves to the occupancy property about the same time.
Wong Sam, born in China, settled in Bath in 1921 after long stints in California Florida and Virginia. A prolific cook who runs a downtown establishment, he bears ten vaccination scars from cross Pacific journeys and works 18 hours daily despite approaching seventy, specializing in turkey dinners.
Mrs. Arline P. Troop organized a guessing contest with 25 posters showing book titles. Barbara Nickerson won the prize, following her sister Mary who won last year. Autographed books by Rachel Field Laura E. Richards and Gertrude E. Heath were displayed, and a book plate for a child’s first library trip was distributed. Pamphlets listing age graded books were given to parents and teachers.
Hap Torrey led the Fubs to a 46 37 win over Wally Marshall's Dubs at the Colonial Club Indoor Track Meet at the YMCA. The event featured a horseback duel, a 4205 yard relay, and Sammy Cutts scoring 15 of the Fubs 22 in the basketball game.
The Maine Central Railroad announces minor changes to its winter passenger train schedules effective Monday November 24 with added service and adjustments to meet winter conditions. No changes to parlor or sleeping car service. schedules available from railroad representatives.
Morse High students presented a National Book Week program featuring Mother Goose rhymes, skits from Silas Marner The Merchant of Venice The House of Seven Gables and Rip Van Winkle, plus a Little Boy Blue scene. Casts included Margaret Austin June Higgins Margaret Pierce Elizabeth Colby Blanche Moody Arlene Littlefield and others.
Michael J. Madden of Brunswick ends a 45 plus year career with the Maine Central Railroad with a farewell gift from United States mail clerks. He served as mail transfer man at Brunswick for 25 years and earned praise for surpassing record accuracy, including only one wrong sack in decades. His resignation follows medical advice as he plans more time for youth programs and local clubs across the region.
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