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Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1931

Page

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Bath Iron Works to sub let engines for new destroyer

Bath Iron Works plans sub contracting for engine fabrication of the new destroyer as work on the ship delays. Lieut. Commander Robert White Ferrell arrives to supervise construction and offices are refurbished for him in the main building. The launching of Thetis is set for November 9 with about 200 sailors in Bath for a two day port visit.

Bath Iron Works Corp Robert White Ferrell Uncle Sam Bath Ferrell Thetis United States Coast Guard Hunt U. S Coast Guard F. C. Billard Washington D. C Billard R. B. Adams Washington, D. C John Boedeker F. A. Hunnewell Rockland Iron Works Coast Guard Department T. G. Crapster New A. E. Carpenter High Street Aletes Path Iron Works, Ltd John John Gannon

Launching Will Prove Real Gala Affair

The first of the Coast Guard’s 165-fon patrol boats will be launched Monday November 9 at Bath Iron Works. The event will feature the destroyer Hunt from Division 2 and a Coast Guard cutter. Notable guests include Admiral F C Billard and Mrs Billard along with engineers and officials from Washington and New York.

Coast Guard Bath Iron Works Corp Hunt New York 8. S. Yeandle F. C. Billard Washington, D. C Billard R. B Adams John Boedeker F. A. Hunnewell U. S. Coast Guard Headquarters Hunnewell

Boothbay Harbor Contract Club Luncheon Hosts

Mrs. Donald 8 Sewall of Boothbay Harbor entertained her contract club at home Monday noon for lunch. Those from Bath present included Mrs. Frederick E. Drake Mrs. Harry F. Morin Mrs. Carroll Watson Mrs. Charlies J. Donnell Miss Anne Kimball Miss Mary F. Gibbons and Miss Miriam W. Kimball.

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Drowned man’s body found in Kennebec

The body of Frank H. Wilson, 41, son of John E. Wilson of North Street, was recovered early Monday by Chester Roberts near the Kennebec bridge. A $50 reward offered by Wilson’s father on Oct. 8 remained unpaid. Police and medical examiner ruled no foul play. Companions said Wilson appeared despondent over unemployment and lack of funds.

Frank H. Wilson John E. Wilson North Street Kennebec Wharf & Coal Co Maron Lloyd Chester Roberts Kennebec Bridge Wilson Roberts Myers Reed Woolwich Reed Woolwich End Davis and McElman Curtis Undertaking Rooms Harry F. Morin Lloyd

Argentinian Nomad Plans 8000 Mile Ocean Voyage

Manuel Biasco Cruz, the Argentinian nomad, plans a 8000 mile voyage from Bath to Puntas Arenas Chile in a 23 foot boat Oiga 2 with one stop for water at Rio de Janeiro. He previously survived a sinking near Cape Hatteras aboard Olga 1 and now prepares anew, aiming to depart from Bath, Maine, next Monday October 26.

Bath Manuel Biasco Cruz Puntas Arenas Chile Rio de Janeiro Brazil Manuel New York Florida United States Cape Hatteras Somerset Savannah Atlantic Olga Kennebec Seguin Bermuda Bath Iron Works Corp Ferry Street Woolwich

Montsweag Cut-Off Opens to Traffic in Maine Region

The new Montsweag cut off in Woolwich is now open for traffic. It provides an overhead bridge near Montsweag brook and re connects the old highway beyond Montsweag Farm, improving travel to Wiscasset and saving time toward Gardiner or Augusta.

Montsweag Woolwich Maine Central Montsweag Brook Montsweag Farm Wiscasset Randolph Dresden Pittston Garrie Augusta

East Brunswick Flier Surprises Parents

Frank Simpson, a student pilot from a school near Roosevelt Field New York, landed a plane he piloted with two passengers in front of his parents house in East Brunswick on Saturday. Before leaving New York on Sunday he gave his father his first flight, a trip to Scarboro.

Frank Simpson Roosevelt Field New York Herbert Simpson State Road Fast Brunswick Mr. Simpson Scarboro

Morse High P T A Hears Fine Talk

Mrs Grace Frost of Waterville ex tension secretary of the New England Home for Little Wanderers spoke to Morse high P T A on child welfare. The group approved a November card party and a play with committees named for organization.

Grace Frost Waterville New England Little Wanderers Morse High P.T.A Frost Arthur C. Norton Marius H. Page Arthur B. Scott Charles Petherbee Leroy F. Colby R. Clinton McFadden Russell Kenney Harry P. Bridge Clinton D. Wilson Henry W. Owen, Jr Errol Baker Leroy F Olby Treasury T B. Hatch Maud P. Thayer Westbrook Seminary Association Alice N. Magoun Judge Pinansky Portland Charles F. Cummings

Bath Country Club Directors Set Dues and Committees

Directors of Bath Country Club held a Tuesday meeting outlining committee appointments including Greens House and Tournament plus a Tea committee for weekly clubhouse events. Dues were set for men 35 dollars women 15 dollars and various rates for children guests and non members with employment for a pro authorized.

New Bath Country Club Rodney E. Ross Harry C. Webber Mark W. Sewall Greens Allen M. Irish Frank M. Churchill Joseph McCole John H. Hyde William S. Shorey Arthur Sewall Clinton D. Wilson L. Eugene OP Huck

Grand Jury Talk Turns Upset As Witness Advances On Lawyer

Sagadahoc county grand jury room erupts when a witness allegedly attempts to strike County Attorney Ralph O Dale. Sheriff and deputies eject Emmett F Bryson of Richmond after a disturbance. Bryson admits intent but lacks sight without glasses. Case tied to vexing and harassing Rev. Mrs Charles Oliver returns home after weeks with friends in Winthrop and South Portland.

Sagadahoc County Ralph O. Dale Joseph Charles Footer Bath Henderson Emmett F. Bryson Richmond Bryson Rev Charles Oliver Shepard Street Winthrop South Portland

Indictments Set in Sagadahoc Grand Jury Case Mix

Six indictments involve Elbert M. Bates of Richmond and Jesse L. Tarr of Swan Island in a manslaughter by abortion case with Bates and Tarr charged as conspirators and Tarr as an accessory before the fact. Ardene C. Cote of Bath is charged with breaking and entering and larceny from Leland Ames store and Ruth McIntire dwelling. Bates pleads not guilty. Tarr awaits arraignment.Justice Fisher outlines juror duties and cautions on conflicts. Trials slated for Monday and other cases proceed in Sagadahoc Superior Court.

Sagadahoc Elbert M. Bates Richmond Dora Bearisto Perkins Plantation Swan Island Jesse L. Tarr Ardene C. Cote Bath Leland Ames Ruth McIntire Bates Tarr Justice Fisher Superior Court Traverse Charles W. Messenger Winfield L. Ham James F. Meserve Eben Baker Harold Ward Topsham Fred A. Curtis Phippsburg Frank M. Lemont William Bailey West Bath Joseph R. Oliver Gilbert Standish Georgetown Weston R. Allen Bowdoin Burt Ina W. Luce Methyl G. Briges Executrix Estate Virginia A. Hill Auburn Ellis L. Aldrich George C. Webber J. Horace McClure Sagadahoc Superior Court Edward W. Bridgham McClure William H. Fisher Augusta Fisher Clifford Gray Bowdeinham Joseph Charles Footer Harold P. Small William H Cornforth Charles R. Sims The First Baptist Church Clement F. Robinson Ralph O. Dale John J. Keegan Arthur J. Dunton Edward W Bridgham John P. Carey, Jr Mr. Fitzpatrick Gardiner John W. Waterhouse

Governor argues referendum costs fall on petition signers

Governor Gardiner told the Rotary Club the price of the November 9 referendum on the Administrative Code Act falls on the petitioners who delayed enactment. He traced the measure’s journey from the 1921 Cole report through legislative passage and public hearings, arguing the code would streamline Maine government, cut costs, and boost efficiency while preserving state oversight.

Wm. Tudor Gardiner Rotary Club Phoenix Legislative Committee Cole Republican Party Maine

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Baths Bath Iron Works Corporation Philadelphia Athletics Pepper” Martin St. Louis Isabelle T. Paisley James Kennedy Brunswick Gardiner E. Crocker Mr. Neal Kenneth E. McDonald Mr. Farrin James F. Manion Mr. Brown Arthur A. Ayer Ferrin Leo Dube Mr. Baker John W. Sonia Herbert M. Gott Mr. Perry H. J. McDonough Warren C. Richardson Mr. King Harry 8. Simmons Hans A. Johanson Armand Petit Clifton H. Simmons Robert P. Haley Melville B. Clark Mr. Murray Arthur C. Lemont John L. Curtis Francis A. Fortin Angie Bar Mgr. Fortier William Cherry Mr. Gackenbach Walter R. Snyder Mr. Robinon A I Stuart Beth Trust Maine Central Railroad East Brunswick Country Club Bates and Tarramong Bath Rotary Club Department of Finance Commissioner of Finance Central Purchasing Bureau GOV William Tudor Gardiner Pennvernon Johnson Brosco
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