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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1948

Page

5

Improvements At Housing Projects And Lambert Park

A discussion on housing project upgrades includes fitting metal gratings over outlets and replacing wooden tops. Lambert Park has 44 needed replacements with an estimated cost of 4270.20 dollars. A conference with district officials addressed replacing water mains to meet New England Insurance Rating standards at an estimated cost of 81117.96 dollars.

Lambert Park Theate New England Insurance Rating Association

City urges federal execution before accepting housing projects facilities

The city desires federal action to carry out water and sewerage facilities and highways at two housing projects before complying with a P H A request to accept those facilities as part of government disposal of havoe to private individuals.

Stork Mrs Stork Mrs. Danforth Surprise Shower

A late 19th or early 20th century style note describes a surprise gathering at the home of Mrs. Danforth with guests including Mrs. Campbell Savage Trueworthy Snider Austin and Hilyard. Harriett Frye presided at the punch bowl as gifts were opened and a large cake served after a dinner.

Sreens Nanas Jean Danforth H Street Nndine Harriet Frye Pearl Campbell Milton Savage Ivan Trueworthy Jarvis Snider Alice Austin Harriet Ralph Hilyard Richard Hersom Frank Danforth Eleanor

Bath couple marks silver anniversary in Bath

Mr and Mrs Jerome McNinch celebrate 25 years of marriage at 341 Preble Street Bath with a dinner and fall garden decorations. The couple's daughter Phyllis Mitchell McNinch and her husband Mitchell, plus three children Emery Elliott and a grandson Jerome Ott McNinch, are named among relatives. Mr Mitchell runs a plumbing and garage business and is part owner of a business in Woodford. Family ties link Emma Mitchell of Portland and the late Charles Mitchell.

South Bath Jerome McNinch Preble Street Mitchell Clancy Emma Mitchell Portland Charles Mitchell Woodfords See Jerome Mc Ninch Phyllis Mitchell Emery Mitchell Portland Junior College Elliott Mitchell Portland High Jerome Ott McNinch

Birthday Surprise for Grandpa Fred Chaney at Bath Home

Wilfred W Chaney of 377 Middle Street was surprised by neighbors and family with a prettily iced birthday cake and tea. Present were his daughters Pamela and Ka, David, James, Keith McLurey, and Mr and Mrs Crocker. Chaney, a long time Bath Iron Works employee, plans retirement in one year after a career starting as a shipfitter during the Georgia build and later as an apprentice at the Harding plant under supervisor Howard Nash.

Wilfred W. Chaney Middle Street Pamela Fred David James An Keith McLuernay Chaney Bath Iron Works Georgia Ereneyee Harding Howard Nash

Revered West Bath couple celebrate 60 years of marriage

Mr. and Mrs. Th F Perkins marked six decades together in West Bath. They once owned a fine home overlooking the Kennebec River and were active in Masonic and Eastern Star circles, Wesley Methodist Church, and local civic groups. They have a son and twins, with extended family in Concord. He was the last survivor of a 15 child family.

West Bath Perkins Perce Genesta Scabia Dummer Sewall Wesley Methodist Church LS Dorman Poa Eee Clinton and DeWitt Clinton Richard Davis Concord Homestead Kennebec River

Edna department moves to Center Street quarters

Edna ae ceatans reopens locating at 14 Center Street with a first of November move to 4 Center Street the former Cobb Watson Co building. F O Bailey Co lands expansion plans include converting the space for a ladies shop with first floor display and upper floor storage. Mrs Charlotte Wyman remains manager aided by Misses Alzira Gross and Sadie Armstrong.

Ceatans Ardenne A. Stott Center Street Cobb-Watson Cobb-Watson Co J Charles Ae & Sons F. O. Bailey Co Charlotte Wyman Alzira Gross Sadie Armstrong

Double Installation Draws Large Crowd at Lincoln Lodge

About 200 attend the double installation as officers are installed by Frank Cromwell and Hannes Boynton with Grand Master attendance. Mrs Mae Boynton and Mrs Coombs preside as district leaders and gifts are exchanged. Lewiston assembly slated for next week.

Mae Boynton Coombs Mic Robert Guceder Rogers Melvin H. Robbins Winslow Barstow Harold Carter Loring Brown R.S.N.G Charles Swett LSN. G Arthur Pangeau Allen Noble R.S.S Or McCullen L.S.S Cedric Suthforth R.S

Drop a Card for Red McMann at Maine General Hospital

A Bath man named Red McMann, beloved by Bath children for his work with the Bath play, is recovering at Maine General Hospital in Portland. Readers are invited to send him a card to express that they miss him and hope for his return home next summer.

Red McMann Bath Betene Maine General Hospital Portland Red

Front Street walks sealed with tar coating

The Highway department layers a sand and tar top over recently hot patched brick and cement walks. The tar sealer aims to stop water seepage through the original surface.

The Highway Department Front Street

New Morse Mohiba Dates Announced At High School Dance

Four classes at the high school announce ties for the Mohiba queen event. Juniors include Carol Miller Betty Footer Jane Grant and others. Freshmen Omitted names indicate Beverly White Connie Carlisle Barbara Greene.

Carol Miller Betty Footer Jane Grant Ot As Mary Callan Donothy Wing Joan Bennett Ape Mores Barbara Greene Footer Connie Carlisle Beverly White Stover Helen Olsen Sally True Sandra Johnson

Mrs Marcella Gibson to Visit Genesta Chapter Meeting

Mrs Marcella Gibson of Lewiston Maine Worthy Grand Matron of eelad Chapter of Maine will attend the evening meeting at Masonice of Genesta chapter for her oral visitation. She has many friends in Bath where she is a of Genesta and many other chapters in the surrounding territory will be represented.

Marcella Gibson Lewiston Eelad Maine Masonice of Genesta Bath

Bath Council PTA Plans A Program

Bath Council PTA outlines a program during the business meeting and discusses upcoming activities and organizational plans. Delegates review goals, invite participation, and set dates for future events at the local council level.

Bath Council

New York Conference Showcases Police Training and Talks

Chief Amos O Dwyer hosts visiting chiefs from Bahamas Virgin Islands Cuba and Romania at the Waldorf Astoria as New York officers demonstrate drill boxing self defense and a murder case reconstruction. Mayor O Dwyer warns against politics in policing and stresses countering communism through forceful action.

Anad Po Acade Cais Orn Police Glee Club Chiflee O Dwyer New York Force Virgin Islands Ihe Kien Islands Buci Romania Kers Police Department Waldorf-Astoria Em New Manhattan Police

National P.T.A. Field Worker Honored Guest Tea

An informal tea was held Friday afternoon from one to four at Mrs. Joseph I. Smiths home 940 Washington street in honor of Philip Scheid National P.T.A. field worker.

Joseph I. Smith The Washington Street Philip Scheid National Ent

Winds of 28 to 34 elas hour are called moderate

A brief weather note classifies winds at 28 to 34 elas per hour as moderate. It outlines wind speed ranges and suggests cautious outdoor activity under such conditions. No additional locations or dates are provided.

Black and white photographs by Howell Walker feature story

Text and pictures credited to Howell Walker recount a story from Aroostook and Walker during his visit. The piece notes mem gained for Ata tenon and highlights the photographer’s work while in town.

Howell Walker Ata Tenon

Overseas mail deadlines for holiday packages announced

M/Sgt. Roy E. Morin, local recruiter, urged overseas personnel to mail packages between October and November 15 to ensure delivery during the holidays. Gifts should be securely packed and addressed to civilian employees and mental agencies if applicable, with safe handling for perishables.

Ane Online Heetek Roy E. Morin Ameren

Miss Elaine LeNoee Noyes to Frederick G Tippens Engagement

Miss Elaine LeNoee Noyes of Augusta Maine announces her engagement to Frederick G Tippens of Millinocket. The couple hold ties to Gordon College and Bates College. details note Tippens has been on the Dean's List for two years.

Wees Elaine le No

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