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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1947
Page
4
Local notices record residents visiting relatives in Bath and nearby towns. Leavitt family milestones, soldiers returning from Fort Dix and hospital scenes, along with social calls, new births, and church and community events populate a string of short items reflecting daily life and civic ties.
E Hart a Bowdoin senior appears in an incomplete item noting a Bow street address and a Bowdoin student activity linked to the Sigma Nu fraternity context. The fragment suggests campus social life but provides no clear event or detail.
Fragmentary OCR text names Edward M and references Mr and Mrs in unclear context. No clear events, dates, or places available to form a full newspaper item.
Mrs. Wilfred J. Hart of York Street is a patient at the Maine Ear Infirmary in Port.
Mrs. Florence Bennett of Richmond is visiting Mrs. Ethel Blodgett in Boston before traveling to Connecticut to stay with relatives then return to Virginia. Mrs. Foster Wood of Bar Harbor stayed with her son and daughter-in-law at 842 Washington Street. relatives learned Fire damaged half the homes on Ledge Lawn Avenue, but Wood’s home was safe for the moment.
Mrs. Paul Moore of Washington street remains bedridden at home after a spell as a patient at Central Maine General Hospital Lewiston. Mrs. E Van Smith and daughter Joanne Emily of West Point have returned to Mrs. Smith s mother Ang ie Talbot s home from Bath Memorial Hospital. Joanne Emily born Oct 15 weighs seven pounds six ounces. George A Cahill Jr returned from Rahway New Jersey for his father s funeral. Thomas C Robinson of Lona attended the funeral.
Mrs Arthur Sewall 2nd has returned to her Washington street home after several days away in New York City.
Hill of Manchester, NA has been visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Charlie T Jackson of South street and returned home Sunday morning. Mr and Mrs B F Ellis of Brewer are guests of Willis’ brother and wife, and Mrs Lewis Sanborn of Cherry street was at home from the University of Maine at Orono for the weekend.
Mrs Harvey Henderson Jr of Foster Point shows improvement after a week in Peck Street area. Mrs Alonzo G. attended her at Peck Street Wednesday for comfort and care.
A fragment notes Erne S. N. hopes to pass a test, with no clear details on subject, date, or outcome.
In a coastal incident the Bath family, including James, Robert and Michael, watched the ocean wash away their home atop a hill. Neighbors describe frightening winds and damage while the surviving parents ponder future visits to relatives as authorities assess the scene.
Bath PTA plans clothing collection and sorting for the Red Cross. Students gather daily via Junior Red Cross, articles go to the Armory for sorting and sizing. Interested volunteers contact Mrs. Trueworthy or Mrs. Parker. groups meet at 10 am each Wednesday at the Armory.
Fragments describe an incident involving windows broken at a school. Text references a party, possible wrongdoing, and authorities but leaves key names and actions unclear due to garbled OCR.
At a Board of Education session on ticket distribution for Morse High athletic events the group agreed to reserve space for season ticket holders, with priority for basketball players and cheerleaders families and long time supporters. Letters will solicit regular attendees to apply, postmarked by Friday November 7, with a $6 season ticket price and no guarantee of purchase.
Wesley Church members under Rev Dr Jo Clare ask volunteers to aid Maine residents in need. Mrs M Small of Granite Street coordinates donations and contact info 469 M is listed. Red Cross volunteers will collect and distribute supplies to those in distress.
Mrs Woodworth laments loss of personal belongings and home in the Bar Harbor fire. She notes the tragedy hurts not only her but young couples just starting life who lost everything despite insurance. Her former spouse worked at Jackson Memorial Bar Harbor. he now organizes in New Haven. She plans to stay with her son and may return to Bar Harbor later.
Miss Lou Babine daughter of Mr and Mrs George Bronson married at home with fall flowers and guests including relatives from New York. The bride received gifts including a jewelled bracelet and a manicurist set. the couple planned a honeymoon in Massachusetts before returning to Bath. Bronson works for Norton company and Bath Iron Works.
At a Bath meeting Mayor Donald N. Small and all authority members reviewed housing for fire-displaced families. Vacant demountable North End Project homes may be offered to veterans and families seeking shelter from the fires. The authority also discussed official disposal of assets across Bath projects.
A corps of workers prepared and distributed meals to homeless individuals during a cold period. Volunteers cooked and donated food, and the team reported a productive day with all participants returning home satisfied.
Claire Milton and pemia ticket committee announce tickets for the Varieties are on sale. Student tickets cost 28 for 45 cents. adult tickets 60 cents. A 15 cent signal fee applies to all seats. tickets for adults and students carry 5 and 60 cent charges, respectively. Event date and selection details pending.
Fragmentary notes from a community gathering mention pottery clay exchanges and craft demonstrations led by Rev. Ives and Mie Baim. The record also references a May event for a Perth group with plans for a table, a supper, and recognition of individuals.
A fragmented OCR passage references Colonel H. Farnum and Edward Well as part of a wartime relief effort. It mentions a governor and committee guiding immediate aid and calls for permanent rehabilitation, praising collaboration with military units and local agencies. The text reflects urgency for swift relief and recovery actions.
The Fireside Club winter event drew attention from local society figures and residents, with guests noting a cordial gathering and preview of upcoming community activities hosted by the club.
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