Pictures Of Yankee Troops In Action Shine At Bath
Hundreds packed the Columbia theatre to view moving pictures of the 26th Division with Capt. Edwin H. Cooper narrating. The showing highlighted life in the trenches near Chateau Thierry and the Argonne, the monotony of war, and notable figures like Bertram Crocker of Bath and Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker. The event, arranged by Roland H. Smith post of the American Legion, prompted plans for a Nov. 10 11 celebration as thanks for public support.
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Edwin H. Cooper
Columbia Theatre
Roland H. Smith
American Legion
Bath
New England
Chateau Thierry
America
Argonne
Faust
Torcy
Bertram Crocker
103D Infantry
Hood
Cooper
Eddie Tickenbacker
Boch
Edwards
Gen
103D. Infantry
Skowhagan
Rome Town
Mbsyuxton
Promote Health with L. F. Atwood's Medicine
A call to prevent sickness by diet and regular habits. The ad urges attention to digestion and bowel regularity, claiming relief from stomach trouble, nausea, headaches, and constipation. It promotes L. F. Atwood's Medicine as a fifty cent bottle available from dealers or by mail from The L. F. Medicine Co. Portland, Maine.
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L. F. Atwood
L. Fe Medicine Co
Portland
Mey
Danny Lorraine Plunges From Ferry Boat Rescue Tale
Danny Lorraine a noted prize fighter from Jefferson, fell overboard on a Maine Central boat voyage near Woolwich shore. He was swept by foam from paddle wheels, struggled to swim to clear water, and was rescued after Maine Central workers pulled him from the sea. He was taken to a nearby yard shop then to the Y M C A for rest and care.
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William H. Banks
Jefferson
Danny Lorraine
Ie Maine
Entral Ferry
Ferdinando Gorges
Woolwich
Danny
Texas
Maine Central
Lorraine
Nem
Hills
Abrams
Oliver
Y.M.C.A
Emile Burlet
Fine Auto Exhibit by Bath Firm at County Show
A Bath Bath firm Depot Square Garage presented one of the finest auto exhibits at the county show in New England. Their under cover display in a 50 by 55 foot tent drew hundreds of compliments for excellence and arrangement. Cars shown included Studebaker big six and little six, Hudson speedster, Essex sedan, roadster and touring car with banners listing prices and details. Aviator Jones circulated handbills over the track during the fair.
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New Engen
Depot Square
Bath
Topsham
Jones
Studebaker
Hudson
War Risk Insurance reminders for discharged service members
The Bureau of War Risk Insurance urges discharged or resigned service members to obtain a medical certificate within one year after discharge. The certificate confirms injuries likely to cause death or disability, preserving eligibility for compensation under the War Risk Insurance Act. Request should go to the Chief Medical Advisor, Bureau of War Insurance, Washington, D.C.
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Bureau of War Risk ‘Insurance
War Risk Insurance Act
Bureau of War Ansurance
Washington, D. Ov
Recollections of a Bygone Merchant Era and Daily Life
The reminiscence recalls days of old by the neighborhood merchant class. It notes smaller taxes and homes, longer work hours, and investments in shipping. Church attendance was punctual, social dancing faded, and youths hunted, fished, and coasted.
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Bath
Wills Allowed in Cumberland County Probate Court
Judge Reed approves two milles in the Cumberland county Probate Court. Barbara Ann Richardson of Brunswick died Aug 25 and William R Lincoln of Brunswick died Aug 12. Executor for Richardson is Daniel T Sheffield of Harpswell. beneficiaries include a Brunswick son and daughter. Executrix for Lincoln is Alice V Lincoln. heirs include two granddaughters and three grandsons. Workmen atop the court house belfry report far sweeping views of Bath and the Kennebec river, with White Mountains visible on clear days.
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Cumberland County
Reed
Barbara Ann Richardson
Brunswick
William R. Lincoln
Daniel T. Sheffield
Harpswell
Richardson
Alice V. Linecoln
Lincoln
Court House
Bath
Kennebec River
White Mountains
Mrs Allan Marge Visits Southport Friend in Mourning
Mrs Allan Marge traveled to Southport on Thursday to comfort her friend Mrs Arthur Willis after the death of Mrs Marr mother of Mrs William Marr.
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Allan Marge
Southport
Arthur Willis
William Marr
William F Willis 75 Civil War veteran dies at home
William Franklin Willis 75 a millwright and Civil War veteran died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at the home of his daughter Mrs Sherman Morse in Phippsburg after a period of illness. He served in Co K 19th Maine, wounded at the Wilderness, and lived in Phippsburg 87 years. He leaves two sons and three daughters. Funeral was at Mrs Morse's home with Grand Army ceremony, burial at Oak Grove. Several relatives arrived from out of town for the service.
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William Franklin Willis
Sherman
J. Morse
Phippsburg
Mr. Willig
Westport
William Willis
With
Co. K
Maine
Wilderness
Herbert
Portland
Clarence
A. Willis
Bayonne
N. J
Sherman Ll. Morse
Frank. Oliver
Bath
Filmer Lufkin
Isle Au Haut
Shermandy
Morse
Winneganee
David L.wilson
Sumner Brown
Cleveland—Oliver
Sedgwick Post
Tyleston Oliver
Thomas L. Perry
Harry Z. Oliver
Alfred Oliver
Oak Grove
Dorchester
Mass
Frank Willis
Brunswick
Herbert Wil
Local Notes On People And Visits In Bath Area
Charles Temple buys a Ford. Miss Ina Pean called to tham Maem ill, sister Mra. Iseae formerly Miss of the town. Capt. and Mrs. Jack Haskell of Pst Isle visit with Mrs and Mrs. Walter Bowker. Amelia Le man vessel at FS Bowker & Sons yard progresses. Mrs. Kate King of Portland guests of Mrs. Arthur Brown. Bertha Roderick of Bath visits with William Roderick family. Mrs. A F Williams returns from Ayer Mass. Hattie Bowie visiting son William K. Bowie at Parker Head. Elijah Morse markets cranberries in Bath area. George Reals and son Comet return with cordwood from Back River for J H Stacey. Karl Pike and W L Haywood accompany. Gelder Leach visits home from Hebros academy.
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Charles Temple
Ina Pean
Iseae
Ana
Permonia
Jack Haskell
Pst Isle
Mra
Walter” Bowker
Haskies
F. S. Bowker & Sons
Deer Tele
FS. Powker & Sons
Amelia Leman
Kate King
Portland
Arthur Brown
Bertha Roderick
Bath
William Roderick
A. F. Williams
Ayer
Mass
Hattie Bowie
Lisbon Falls
William K. Bowie
Parker Head
Elijah Morse
George
Reals
Comet
Back River
Georgetown
Popham Leach
J. HL Stacey
Karl Pike
W. L. Haywood
Crew
Gunning and Fishing in Merrymeeting Bay
In Merrymeeting Bay the arrival of Sheldrake and whistlers brings early hunting activity. Hon A A Percy shot three black ducks last week. Veteran gunners note poorer guming than years past due to blinds on shores and many pump guns. Ducks remain in bay but avoid open water. success now relies on luck and timing.
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Sheldrake
Merrymeeting Bay
A. A. Percy
Delco-Light
Severe Dyspepsia Relief Promised by Fruit Liver Tablets
Mrs Hudson Marshbank suffers two years with constant pains after eating and bitter mouth. She finds no help from Semurcer until trying rwit a dives liver tablets, made from fruit juices, which she says relieved her when others failed. Available 6 for 2.50 or trial size 260 from PROLT-A-TIVES Limited Ogdensburg NY.
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Prolt-A-Tives Limited
Ogdensbur
N. YY
Birds and gunfire disrupt quiet Sunday in local woods
A Sunday incident near the North woods saw gunfire while a flock of tame hightails moved through. The event occurred as a new flight arrived and caused disturbance amid laws against Sunday gun use.
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North End
War department outfits Bangor high school with rifles
The War department has supplied the Junior Reserve of Bangor high school with rifles and equipment valued at 11 750 dollars, with the city asked to post the corresponding bond as security.
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War Department
Bangor High School
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N. H
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Bathy
Alt Mire
Eben J. Marston
Hidsworth
Lis
Bovtland
Ider
Athi Oliver
New Portland
Ki Bseleta
Stratton
Copeland
Jy Anips
Madrid
Pleres
Anson
Tinghsan
Madison
Norridgewock
Belgrade
Oakland
Waterville
Skowhegan
East Mer Eer
New Sharon
Kents Hill
Winthrop
Lewiston
Annie Lowell
N. W. Eaton
Ashdale
George? Penton
New York
Small Mount
P’eaton
Edward
Thomas
Edward VP. Jr
Elbridge Mease
Frank DeWolfe
W. R. Bowker
John H., Stacey
George A. Oliver
Capt
Wiiliam FF. Jewell
Charles
Qouraud
DELCO
Les Plates
WILEY
Dayton
Ohio
Delco-Light Products
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