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Newspaper

Bath Independent

Location

Bath, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1929

Page

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Safety for Children Across Streets in Bath and Ohio

The Ohio Automobile Association leads a safety push for schoolchildren to reduce auto risks. Over 20,000 teachers are being taught safety lessons, with 5,000 posters to reinforce lessons. Twenty six motor clubs sponsor school boy patrols guiding pupils, while radio and press campaigns urge parental cooperation.

Bath Ohio Automobile Association Ohio Motor Clubs John J. Tigert U. S

Autumn Leaves And Ice Use In Early America

Autumn leaves fall to protect the tree during winter by cutting off sap supply. The bark seals itself, bottling the tree for cold months. The piece notes a drought year speeding leaf drop. It then shifts to ice usage in the U S, citing two million refrigerators, rising ice consumption, and the shift from natural to manufactured ice with Maine ships formerly transporting natural ice to southern cities.

America United States Kennebec Maine

Ice industry decline hinges on artificial ice rise

The cost of producing artificial ice dropped and transportation costs vanished, reducing demand for natural ice. Maine ports shipped far less ice annually, harming an industry that employed many men and horses and supported operators of ice fields and the schooners that carried the product.

Maine

Maine goods touted in state pride push at Lewiston conference

Maine officials including Commissioner Harry R. Lewis urge labeling Maine grown or Maine manufactured products to boost state image with minimal cost. Lewis will speak at the Second Annual Economic Conference in Lewiston November 1 and 2, drawing leaders from diverse industries. The event, under the Maine Development Commission, aims to spark ideas for Maine’s advancement. The piece also notes alcohol-related death rates rising under national prohibition, suggesting poisoned or unknown-source liquors may skew figures, challenging pro prohibition interpretations.

Harry R. Lewis Ag- Maine Maine California Lewis Lewiston Maine Development Commission Moderation League League

Ban gor Mayor May Join 193? Governor Race Against Gardiner

Dispatches from Ban gor hint Mayor John Wilson may seek Republican nomination for governor next June opposing Governor William Tudor Gardiner who aims for a second term. Mayor Robinson has not announced but admits discussions with friends and says his decision depends on reactions to letters he has sent.

Bangor John Wilson William Tudor Gardiner Robinson

Bath Grangers Recall First Big Alameda Fair

Forty years ago Sagadahoc county grangers planned their first large fair at the Alameda. Annual October events drew crowds and added hundreds of dollars to Bath merchants from surrounding towns, boosting local business and agrarian interest. They also provided daily entertainment and broad social ties, which enthusiasts say should not have faded from Bath Falls days.

Sagadahoc Alameda Bath

Lindbergh predicts unsinkable planes five years ahead

Charles A. Lindbergh warns that within five years a plane will be developed that will not land during forced landings. He says planes will be far more common once this is achieved, reducing danger of tumbles. President Hoover designates Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson to lead the American delegation to the London naval reduction conference in January.

Charles A. Lindbergh Lindy Hoover Henry L. Stimson London

All Star Boxing Show at Arcade on Friday

Promoters stage an expensive all star boxing card at the Arcade Friday led by Eddie Gauvin in a comeback bid against K O Champoux at 140 pounds. Maine flyweight champ Rocky Gravel appears, with Leo Bedard, Bill Murphy, Roney Boulet, Young Clukey, Young Bouldoc, and others in a tightly lined program promising real scraps and 30 rounds of action.

Eddie Gauvin K. O. Champoux Lewiston Champoux Gauvin Eddie Pa Kern Bath Mihalos Rocky Gravel Maine MacKelley Leo Bedard Biddeford Martin Bill Murphy Roney Boulet Boulet Tanguay Chubuck Murphy Young Clukey Jimmy Sacco Dover N. H Young Bouldoc George Bouldoc Young Dianne Mechanic Falls Bell

Halloween Shower For Miss Thompson Delightful Bath party honored bride to be

In Bath a Halloween shower for Miss Kathryn Thompson hosted by Miss Bernice Carr featured orange and black decor, an umbrella centerpiece concealing gifts, three table bridge games, and prizes for top scorers. Attendees included Wilhelmina Gackenback Ruth Fields Adelaide Campbell and others. the event celebrated Thompson’s upcoming marriage to Clifford Smith of the Monroe Store.

Bath Kathryn Thompson Bernice Carr Andrews Road Wilhelmina Gackenback Ruth Fields Adelaide Campbell Katherine Emmons Beatrice Nichols Alenna Jacques Catherine Leonard Lillian Lewin Doris Perkins Helen L. Hayes Miss Thompson Clifford Smith Monroe

Golden Anniversary Of A Bath Couple

Mr and Mrs Henry P Healey of 12 West street quietly observe their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday Oct 18 They are 78 and married in Lawrence Mass They have lived most of their lives in this city are well liked Mr Healey a retired brick mason now drives a car and the couple enjoy it They received many congratulations and gifts including flowers fruits and gold pieces noting their companionship through the years.

Henry P. Healey West Street Healey Lawrence Mass Mr. Healey Salem Brunswick

Funeral for J C Perry in Sebasco Basin district

James C Perry of Phippsburg was waked at his Basin district home in Sebasco with Rev David L Wilson of Central church Bath officiating. Perry a Sedgwick post G A R member, was buried in Oak Grove Bath with C W Post Division Commanders Shaw Day Wakefield Metcalf among the bearers.

James C. Perry Phippsburg Basin District Sebasco David L. Wilson Central Church Bath Perry Sedgwick Post C. W John Shaw Joseph N. Day William W. Wakefield Eugene L. Metcalf Oak Grove

Open Season and Fees Proposals in State Referendum

Proposals seek voter passage on laws affecting fox hound training before fox season, fox and gear conflicts between hunters and trappers, and a raised resident hunting and fishing license fee from 25 to 65 cents for each. Fur bearing season would start November 15 in all counties, raccoons and skunks eligible for night hunting October 1 to December 15, with current gaps closed.

Retary of State Fish and Game Committee

North Center P T A Plans Dual Team Membership Drive

North Center P T A readies a winter membership drive in two squads the Rustlers led by Mrs Arthur C Norton and the Hustlers led by Miss Emma Magoun. The side with fewer new members by the Nov 5 meeting will host the winners in a lively contest.

North Center P.T.A The Rustlers Arthur C. Norton Hustlers Emma Magoun Norton Scott M. Golder E. Mason Wright Wilband L. F. Gannon Samuel R. P. McFadden Charles R. Farnham Morris Cohen Frostina Marston Ralph W. Bragg Charles M. Tubbs Clinton D. Wilson Helen Foster Herman Crocker Milton Trott Marvin Truss Joan Harrison F. A. Morrell Beatrice Nichols Laura Mitchell Robert B. Hatch Daniel T. Dougherty Oak Street Frederick E. Drake Arthur Sewall R. C. McFadden Frederick W. Freeman E. M. Fuller

Woman Found Dead on Husband's Grave in Lewiston

Mrs. Margaret Oliver, 75, of White River Junction Vermont, was found dead on her husband's grave at Riverside Cemetery in Lewiston Thursday morning. The county medical examiner ruled natural causes. She left Auburn to visit her son Raye L. Oliver and did not return. Survived by two brothers Joseph Frye Lewiston and Scott Frye Los Angeles, and by her husband George Oliver who died years ago. Her sister is Scott Frye of Los Angeles.

Margaret Oliver White River Junction Riverside Cemetery Lewiston Scott R. Frye Los Angeles Cal Bath Fred L. Tarr George A. Oliver Joseph Frye Scott Frye

Mrs Holbrook Funeral at Home Service

The funeral of Alice F. Holbrook wife of Alvah H. Holbrook was held Sunday afternoon at two at her home 1179 High Street. People's Baptist church officiated with bearers Joseph Holbrook Capt Frederick J Hinckley Sylvester H Rowland and Frederick Rowland. Burial followed in Rogers Cemetery Phippsburg.

Alice F Alvah H. Holbrook People's Baptist Church Joseph Holbrook Frederick J. Hinckley Sylvester H. Rowland Frederick Rowland Rogers Cemetery Phippsburg

Co-Workers Class Holds Meeting At Mrs White Home

The Co-Workers class of the First class and business meeting met at Mrs. Charlies E White on Lemont street with 27 in attendance. They voted to hold a food sale October 24 at Wilson's Drug Store and named a committee to run it.

Clas Charlies E. White Lemont Street Wilson’s Drug Store Charles R. White Leon Eaton Russell Dalry Vernon Miller Edward Dalley Helen McIntosh Charles E. White Laura Lemont Herbert E. Worrey Gardiner Roberts Clifford Harrington Ralph Legard

Publix Sound Train Delights Bath in Big Welcome

The Publix Sound Train stopped through Bath on Saturday noon drawing an audience over 1000. The $25,000 locomotive replica wowed spectators from Opera House gathering to Center Street, with horns blaring and traffic halted briefly.

Publix Bath Harry Thompson John Crosby Bath Opera House Center Street Sound Train Opera House Mr. Morrow Publix Theatres Maine William Powell Bill New England

Lumber and Hay Law Case in Richmond Court

A trover suit over 934 feet of boards valued at 25 dollars heard in Judge Keegan’s office. W H Small sued Albion Raynes of Richmond over a hay for lumber exchange, Raynes claiming partial hay. Judge Keegan ruled for Small. Raynes appealed to county court. Elmer Norton and Stanley Hatch visited Brunswick Friday evening.

Trover John J. Keegan W. H. Small Albion Raynes Richmond Drew Small Ralph O. Dale Bath Raynes Mr. Small Keegan Mr. Raynes Dale Case Elmer Norton High Street Stanley Hatch Washington Street Brunswick

Maine Grange Influence in State Legislature Described

The Maine Grange dominates rural policy with 60 000 members across 500 subordinate bodies. Legislators host legislative Grange meetings in halls, showing the order’s strong statewide presence and property holdings often valued at ten to twenty thousand dollars.

Maine Augusta State Grange Legislative Grange Grange

Highway Commission Invited to Brunswick Rotary Meeting

The Brunswick Rotary club voted to invite the Highway Commission chairman to Brunswick to discuss state highway policy and the Brunswick to Portland road. They may hold a joint meeting with Bath Rotary and plan for an evening session. Also noted, Bath residents Carey and Hartnett watched Harvard Army game from the Army side and praised it as a thriller.

Brunswick Rotary Club Highway Commission Brunswick Portland Bath Rotary Club Ellis L. Aldrich Willis E. Roberts Bath John P. Carey, Jr Edward Nolan Hartnett Harvard

List of Contributors During Donation Week

A compiled roll lists contributors by donor names and entities across categories such as Unbleached cotton Apples Vegetables Cash Sugar Linen Magazines and books Pillow cases Towelling Flour Crackers Rice and Baby Blankets. Notable names include Mrs Rodney E Shaw Mrs William Yule Mr and Mrs Otis Dike School and Rev and Mrs Charles Tubbs.

Walter E. Chase Charles D. Perry J. A. Redlon F. B. Nichols John A. Morse Cotton Sophie Bessie Mikels Frederick E. Drake Margaret Whalen Henry M. Biggins Frederick H. Kimball Charles Blair Clarence W. Morse Annie Cox Alice N. Magoun Huston Charles R. Donnell Paul M. Olm C. A. Peaslee A. A. Stott Henry F. Butler Dike School Frank S. Oliver John H. Hyde William Stilphen Harry W. Lemont Henry C. Wright Bessie Potter

George F. Manson Succumbs in Boston Home

George F. Manson a longtime Boston lawyer died suddenly at his home 3 Walnut Street. A Bath native he moved to Boston after Bowdoin College 1881 and studied at Boston University Law School. Admitted to Suffolk bar he worked with Edwin A. Curtis and kept offices at 10 Tremont Street. He never married and belonged to University and City clubs and other societies.

George F. Manson Boston Walnut Street Bath Bowdoin College Boston University Law School Suffolk Edwin A. Curtis

Cross Word Puzzle Horizontal and Vertical Clues

Puzzle lists numerous clues across horizontal and vertical lines. Answers include common crossword terms such as weight, act, shrinka, sixth part, refastens, skilled, loyal friend, herb, pronoun, goes upward, feminine name, walk, small barrel, penetrating taste, Sir In Spanish, cleanse, feminine suffix, coin falls, diminutive Eleanor, mine, noble, protection, distressed, beginning of new geological formation, abbreviations, kingdom, ship records, atmospheric terms, and more structured as a traditional word puzzle.

Pythias Kingdom of E. Asia U.S. A

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the Times Company Front Street B. Nichols, Pres. and Treas Harry Webber Nature Arcade J. C. Perry C. E. White
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