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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1932
Page
2
City officials weigh using state funds to double local highway spending for autumn work at the Fair, hoping to provide jobs while aiding the Poor Department. Mayor Small has not moved yet as aldermen debate feasibility and timing amid fall weather and fiscal considerations.
The article notes new laws addressing motor vehicle operation and reckless conduct, stressing penalties for endangering lives. It highlights heightened enforcement and public safety focus as authorities seek to curb dangerous driving and protect pedestrians and other road users.
Mrs J Marden DeShon of Portland, chairwoman of the art division of the Maine Federation of Women's clubs, spoke on the romance of pottery after the Cosmopolitan club’s October meeting. She showcased Van Briggle ware from Colorado Springs and traced the factory’s history.
The Morse high school senior class schedules the first dance of the year for Friday evening October 14. The Ernie George and his Royal Arcadians ten piece orchestra will provide music, praised by listeners since its expanded lineup. Tickets issued to class members, with others able to buy from any member, and committees named for tickets decorum and music.
Kristy C. Moustakis of Salem Bowdoin 1923 2 represented Bow coin chapter of Alpha Delta Phi at Hamilton College Clinton last week. He won first prize in a national fraternity contest for The Strange Story of Henry Posuenard with judges Thornton Wilder Samuel Hopkins Adams and John Parrat awarding a medal for best story. Last year he won the Nathaniel Hawthorne prize for best short story among Bowdon upper class members.
Bath and Brunswick youths produced a fashion show and farce on a Brunswick stage with period costumes from Colonial days to 1900. Esther Brown provided piano accompaniment while models wore gowns from Senter’s Inc. and actors including Barton Crawford starred in a bright farce about a doctor’s office.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an exam to fill a rural carrier post at Bowdeinham Brunswick. Applications close October 25 with admission cards issued about 15 days after. Salary on a 24 mile route is $1 800 yearly plus $30 per extra mile and maintenance allowances. Both men and women may apply. sex may be specified in eligibles certification. Form 1977 and blanks available from the vacancy office or Washington. Applications must be filed before close of business on the date. Unmounted photos required at exam.
City Marshal Walter L. Whitney received six live chickens and one dead after thieves left a burlap bag with seven birds in an abandoned shack near Witch Spring road. A good description of the car used by suspects exists, but plate number was not secured. The birds were given to a local chicken-yard keeper, and the marshal awaits word of any missing fowl.
A Hi Y talk on the Far East described olive and grape growing scarcity and rock homes. The speaker noted veiled women, arranged marriages via family consent, and strict views on wifely roles. Club members voted for initiation and planned a YMCA card party with named organizers.
Charles Wade of Swan Island built a 60 by 15 and half foot excursion boat named Balmy Days with McFarland motors. The vessel carried up to 114 excursionists in a day on routes from Richmond Augusta Gardiner Bath Popham and Boothbay Harbor. It cruises at 10 knots with twin screws and 50 horsepower engines and includes a life raft on the deck house roof.
John H Hyde and Lieut. George Hunter emerged as finalists in the Bath Country Club Governor's Cup Tournament. Hyde defeated Robert Brownell 4 and 2 while Hunter beat club president Rodney E Ross 6 and 4. Semi finals had Hyde over C D Wilson 9 and 7 and Hunter over Brownell 4 and 2. The final pits two top players from a 14-man field in a non handicap event.
Nequasset Farm Bureau met with 20 members and four guests including Mrs. Evelyn Lord 4-H agent from Twin County Woolwich guests. Miss Welch demonstrated wallpaper use and window drapery samples and discussed room layouts for redecorating. Next meeting set for Nov 2 at Mrs. Henry T. Dubar in Woolwich with Christmas Suggestions as the topic.
Charles R. Farnham, lumber dealer of 935 Middle street, sustained slight head cuts when the Buick coupe he rode in with operator William R. Dowling, 762 Middle street, collided with a Swift & Co. truck near Cook's Corner on the Bath Brunswick highway. Dowling and truck driver Irving Campbell were unharmed. The Buick was demolished. the truck's rear end suffered heavy damage.
Bath City hospital president Henry C. Wright returned home Friday evening after visiting New York's medical center, Princeton, and Manchester Vermont as an Episcopal Synod delegate. He traveled back to Boston by motor, staying with Bishop Sherill, then went to Greenville Junction for the Harold M. Sewall club gathering at Squaw Mountain Inn.
Records of deeds in Sagadahoc County show transfers in Bath Georgetown Richmond and Topsham. Notable entries include Charles H. Treen to Clarence C. Seavey Augustus H Hodgkins to Esther J McDonald Wilton S Campbell to Edwin W Adams and Pejepscot Paper Co. to Andrew Tomko among others.
William R. Dowling of Bath pleaded guilty in Brunswick municipal court to reckless driving after his Buick coupe collided with a Swift Co. truck at Cook's corner. Judge Joseph H. Rousseau imposed a $20 fine and $5.55 costs. State Officer John P. Crosby said he planned a drunken driving charge but lacked sufficient evidence.
The Y M C A outlines a membership drive aimed at boys twelve and older. A school outreach card will inform parents of the association's privileges and offer a ten day free trial to non members. Reports from recording and general secretaries for September were approved. President Sidney L Eaton chaired the meeting with Edward Sewall and others in attendance.
Maine plans a new Maine Senior Golfers Association modeled on the US Senior Golfers group. Charles S. Brswell of Brunswick leads the effort, sponsored by Brunswick Golf Club. First meeting set for Oct 15 at Brunswick Golf Club with Oct 22 as rain date. Four age classes will apply from 55 to 70 plus. Expect at least 50 charter members and growth in Maine golf.
The text notes a decline in mail volume for the period in 1931 versus the previous year and a rise in third class letters. It cites estimates of $160 in federal revenue from higher rates, which proved optimistic. Postmaster General Walter F. Brown urged restoring the two cent postage rate at the earliest possible moment.
Saga county Superior Court opens Tuesday October 18 with Judge Worster presiding. The combined 30000 suit of Mr and Mrs Emile J Cyr of Bath against the Swett estate stems from Mrs Cyr�s fall from the Swett estate block on Summers Street leaving her with severe injuries. Mrs Cyr seeks 20000 for personal injuries and her husband seeks 10000 for services and expenses. Bath attendees at a Sunday football game between Westbrook and Brunswick were listed including Linwood Boardman Chester Rines Robert Callan Joseph Grindell and Jay Kingsbury.
A mixed letter and clue list presents numbered across and down items, including definitions and abbreviations. It includes century old spelling and several garbled entries, suggesting a cryptic or themed crossword with multiple cross references and missing letters across a grid.
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