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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1954
Page
4
Pent, daughter of Mrs Rupee Merchant, and Mrs John Darlin of Madi son N J, arrive at Memorial Hospital after Friday visit. Mrs le Twitch ell of Haddonfield N J attends as guest of Miss Mary F Gib at Dunlap Hatch on Green Street.
Earpent Legard of 29 Oliver Street returns to Bentley School of Accounting in Boston to resume his second year of studies.
William Wright of Narragansett, R. I., staying a few days with Mrs. Wright and Ricky at the home of Stover Dummers. The Dummers’ new Narragansett home is nearing completion.
Unclear readable fragment notes a person named Thore Mae and an event at a home on Phareet involving a scar or injury. Details are fragmentary and positions unclear.
Patricia Brewer daughter of Mrs Brewer ran in a race at Gorham State Teachers College Friday accompanied by Mrs Arthur Sean of West Bath. Brewer, 79, attended with her family and friends as part of a campus event and social gathering.
A fragment describes a family or individual spending a vacation at a home on Washington Street and at their summer residence near Popham Beach. The text is incomplete but indicates travel or leisure activity in Maine coastal area.
Mrs Florence Woodside comes back to Winter street after a week in New Haven Connecticut with her sister and Dr and Mrs Bernard M Alten. She accompanied the Altons to Portland by car and then to Higgins Beach where they will spend their vacation.
Mrs. Paul Cushman and her son Tommy have returned home after a brief visit with Mire Cushman’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Howe, on Upper Washington Street.
Swan returns to his home on the island while John Parker, a Farmington Flyers alumnus from Dartmouth, enters the U.S. Army next month. Parker attended Dartmouth and will enlist after graduation this summer.
Mrs John Parker and Mrs G Thomas were co hosts to the Bente Garden Club Federation Executive Board meeting recently at Mrs Parker s Sebasco Summer home.
Seaman Leon Hathorne U S N arrives Friday for a weekend leave with his parents Mr and Mrs Milton Hathorne of Wool to Newport R I from a two months cruise to Cuba. He is in the class of 1952. It will be a surprise to the boys to learn they are to be on the same ship.
Mr and Mrs Albert and their Robbins Street residence traveled to Boston for the day recently, enjoying sightseeing and local errands during their excursion.
Mr and Mrs John H Brown and children Kevin and Bonnie formerly of Bath returned to their James town New York home after a weekend visit with Mrs Brown s father William F Plummer and Mrs Plummer of Tower Circle and other relatives in Five Islands
Mr. and Mrs. George Melzard of Court Street spent the weekend and Labor Day with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pinkham at their Brigham's Cove cottage.
Miss Anne Singer of 11 Linden Street leaves Friday for Boston University to enter the freshman class at the School of Public Relations. She travels with her parents Mr and Mrs Isadore Singer and brother Stephen.
Mrs. Kenneth Jaquith of 4 Union street court and Mrs. David Clark of 1530 Washington street were recent visitors in Claremont New Hampshire.
Mr and Mrs John A Greene Jr and their children Betsy and Al den have returned from Birch Point where they spent the summer at the Shackford cottage.
Mr and Mrs Edward Fay of Malden Massachusetts along with daughter Muriel and son Edward Jr visited Mrs James Coughran and family in Crescent over the weekend and Labor Day.
Mrs Rowland Hanscom has returned to her home at 7 Meadow Way after a week with her donor and patient, an emallero Jr. of Browville.
A garbled entry describes an eight week motor journey with visits to numerous sites and relatives in Santa City and San at least. The note mentions Mr Barbare and Margaret and a return trip with several stops along the way.
Everett Parker departs for Ayginet Ne Ima at Bsiow, marking a notable move in the local scene. The destination appears in uncertain OCR form, reflecting a possible transfer or assignment. Further clarification of names and places is needed.
Miss Claudia of Carnesocas visited North Street guest of Mrs Garey a former North Street resident. She appeared with Marietta Garey, daughter of Mr and Mrs Garey.
Miss Carrie Hatem Meter is noted to be on vacation while away in Boston and elsewhere, with travel unspecified.
David W. Bell of Keene New Hampshire is recognized for his farming degree from the University of Connecticut. He earned a B S in agriculture and was named to Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges on graduation last June. He won a scholarship to Boston University and will reside in the Theology dormitory on Commonwealth Avenue. Mr and Mrs E Brooke Lee and four have returned to Atlanta after a visit at Small Point Beach.
Mrs George Darrah has returned from a one week visit in Portsmouth Ohio where she visited her sisters and husbands and brothers and families including Harold Robbins Mrs Chananes Se and Mrs Elmer Robbins.
John B Brown, former member of the Times for the Great Northern and Millinock Knocket, was appointed to a new position. Details indicate a career shift amid ongoing regional reporting changes.
A student from New England Baptist School of Neteiea entered Morse High in 1952 and graduated Lasell Junior College in 1954.
Mr and Mrs Albert E Whitney Jr and daughter Gail of Grandson are visiting relatives on Center street while Mr Whitney vacations from Leah Airplane Co in Grand Rapids where he works as a medical engineer. They stay part of their two week vacation with Mrs Whitneys parents Mr and Mrs LeRoy Itte more of Milo.
Mr and Mrs Melvin Comeau and daughter Maria of street have returned from a vacation spent at their summer home at Five Islands and on weekends at the cottage.
Mr and Mrs Edward J Mc Mann and their daughters Jean Marie and Paula of Pleasant Street returned from a visit in Brain Tree Massachusetts with Mr and Mrs Alfred Annon nee Maud Bowker. Mrs Gannon and Mrs Wilson arrived for a two day visit.
Miss Helen Quinn RN returned to her Hallo well home after spending a week as guest of Mrs. W H Shea of Beacon Street in Bea con.
Mr and Mrs Jerome Gordon and sons Ronnie and Reggie and Mrs Evelyn Fowler and son Michael of Old Town were guests of Mr and Mrs John Gordon of Sagadahoc Ferry Woolwich for a family visit at the Gordon home.
Mr and Mrs Harry Young Mrs David N Heald and Mrs Carrie Fuller returned Friday after a week long motor trip through the Adirondacks. Young, employed by the Naval Air will do some work in May after his vacation.
Clifford Harrington of 7th Street died Thursday in Tophem, accompanied by his daughter, and formerly resided in Bath. The report notes the area home near his business location as part of the sequence from his business to home.
The notice honors a former Morse High School athlete known for his basketball and football careers. He is a graduate of Morse class of 1947 and a son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Smith of High Street.
Artim Sar T/Sgt Don, son of Mrs Javie B. of 57 Pinestreet, is stationed overseas with Marine Squadron 17.
Mrs John K Ja of Small Avenue departs for an unnamed destination, with implications for the cottage and property remaining in care of Donald Ork as the situation unfolds. The fragment hints at a transfer or change affecting local residents and dwellings.
Mr and Mrs Raymond Smith of High street return home from Liberty camps reporting six camps visited this summer. They say none of the camps were opened and fat friends passed at the camps with no details given.
Mr and Mrs E O Tukeyan return to 1060 High gs Pemaquid to resume home life after the summer. Their son Melvin will enter his second year at the university in nine months.
Mrs Nellie Hunt returns to Bangor accompanied by her husband and Mrs l in Bath for a family visit in Sebasco. Mae Chester Wilson and Mr Gildart accompany to Beth. Everett Comeau family including Wesley jorie and Linda arrive in Florida for a cousin event. Estella Comeau and other relatives join the gathering.
Mr and Mrs H Martin Powers have opened a Washington restaurant at 1540 W passing on Saleen at Point Co.
The article notes rosebushes blooming for the third time this season as residents from Geor wn and Ter Street enjoy an unseasonal garden display after a visit. Herbert McMann of 44 Dea estat Toon recounts the scene of tea roses and a thriving garden.
Mrs. Charles Keichline of Lake Worth Florida returned after a month visiting relatives in East Brunswick. She spent time at Birch Point and Wallace Mantigh street with Chester Plant and Mrs. Fred, accompanied by family members.
Zina M. Eaton Ralph Mank and James Comeau traveled to Portland today to attend the American Society of Tool Engineers event where Mr Comeau serves as vice chairman of the society planning session.
Mr and Mrs Alex MacDo Mrs Ethel Scribner and Mr Mrs Chester Merry have returned from a motor trip to Corinna and Moosehead Lake noting their travel through the region and recent leisure excursion.
Mrs Marion Small Wilson arrived in Honolulu to visit her brother and his wife Mr Harold P Small and Mrs Small of High Street. She came by plane to attend the committal services for her late mother Mrs C Fielder who died in Honolulu in August.
Mr and Mrs Donald Hopkins and Leland return to 4916 Street after weeks at Pemaquid Lake. Mr and Mrs Max Good now reside in Gardiner while employed with the State as director of rehabilitation. Jack and Jane visit Snow Park with Mr and Mrs and guests of their aunt and uncle.
Mr and Mrs Des Gerard and son Robert return to their Bangor cottage and visit George Billings. They also travel to Ellsworth and Birch Harbor keeping to family and scenic sites.
Fragmentary report notes overnight events at Topsham with deputies and citizens present for a following morning gathering. Mentions Bath figure Ty Bikdit Bo Oliver and activity surrounding the spy period.
Miss Marilyn Kittredge daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank C Kittredge of Bedford Street leaves home to begin studies at Owreee College.
A terse note names Burt Popé of Yonkers and mentions her sister Rice along with Chestnut in a brief record.
Sunday Bee reports Freeman L. sceter attended an Oliver residence event with his daughter Judith, noting family presence and local social activity.
Disjointed lines mention Mrs General hospital Lewiston surgery and Memorial hospital care. Names include Bath her Mrs Rewall cousin Miss Barler Chicago A B Stearns Chestnut street Sunjray Bosnm John Hazen Kimball Centerville Miss Anne Kimball Lincoln Myron Heenie 26 Valley Road and Mr Raines planning visit next month.
Mrs Langdon T Thax Portland and her companion were Monday overnight guests of Miss Anne Kimball of Lincoln, according to local social notes.
A fragmentary note records George Dole son of Rev and Mrs Louis A Dole of Middle Man Language wo years at Oxford New York. He will enter Yale with a PhD degree and montis visit in to wionis oa oo New Sena serene with.
Mr and Mrs Edward C Daley of 210 street and 833 High street have sold their former home. Frank Jaqua is noted in connection with the Coupsconss property as part of the transaction.
A former resident who became a patent holder is reported returning from Maine General. Details on his status and activities are limited in the readable text.
Mr and Mrs Alvin Mostes gon and son Lee Hall of Rumford returned from a few days with Mr and Mrs Dudley Leavitt at Meadowbrook cottage. They stayed two extra days due to washouts in the road caused by Hurricane Edna.
Mr and Mrs A M Main appear in a brief local notice. A small social or membership event is referenced with limited readable context. No full details of location or purpose are available in the fragment.
Lowell items report that Bath societies and clubs plan gatherings. The Helix district meeting set for October 13 at the hall, with officers and members expected. After a Wednesday social hour, the group adjourned to supper and returned for the evening session.
The Nurses' Alumnae Association met on Thursday evening at the Cosmopolitan on February 13. Plans for a rummage sale were discussed and committees named for the event. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. Ruth Curtis Hutchins, Mrs. Jennie Legard, and Mrs. Doris Watson after a social hour and white elephant sale.
Twine's Club met at Mrs. Sarah Potter's Summer home in Arrowsic on Thursday for a noon dinner and a brief business session. In Mrs. Noble's absence, vice president presided. An invitation from Hattie Lord Auburn requested a full day event October 23 with boiled dinner and vegetables from her garden.
Members from Maine New Hampshire and Massachusetts gathered in Bath for the Independent Odd Ladies meeting. Edith Miller Edith Kuch and Louise Rogers led as officers with Sadie Davis named as assistant to the new governess. Sessions continued with noon meal and an all day session planned in Portland.
A Cosmpolitan Club meeting led by President Sumner Sewall approved reports and contributions for Bath Memorial Hospital drive and Sweetser Home. Ada Greenblatt will present on art, Bath will host a talk, and Alice Johnson announced an ant and flower show at the club on January 15. the Drama Club met twice recently.
Women in parliaments cabinets and professions are using opportunities to influence events. The change is noted in discussions featuring Jeanenneth Colby Mrs Kiam W Dennison and Mrs J Arthur Burgess as leading examples.
Sterling Bible Class met in the vestry with Theresa reporting officers quantities. Lizzie B C Chaney the secretary and Ethel May the treasurer presented notes. Devotional services closed with the Lord's Prayer Creed recited. A supper by call and a birthday bank donation by Clara Coombe were noted. A vote approved a new list to be made and to be posted.
The Sta ital jation meeting at Colby College in Waterville reported 101 items including 12 kitchen towels 28 surgical covers and 6 24 inch Augreal covers. Organizations present were Central Church Ladies Aid Suburb Civic Club and Grace Auxiliary.
W Hyde Auxiliary held its first fall meeting Tuesday with Sasel Warner presiding. Topics covered included general matters and invitations for future events. A memorial school is set for September 5 at eight o'clock and a department event for October 2 at Eureka Hall in Augusta. Refreshments were served. next meeting scheduled for September 21.
The First Baptist Church sewing circle met in the church parlor last week with nine members present to complete a quilt. The group planned further meetings to continue the quilting project and share in fellowship.
Fragmentary text mentions a beloved person, a Friday event, a shower of cards and cakes, and a planned all day meeting. Names appear garbled, with references to Ora Dauphin and Pontes, suggesting a memorial or tribute context, but details are unreadable.
The Suburb Civic Club held a business session with officers including Mrs Edna vice president and Mrs Farrell treasurer. Members contributed five dollars to Jimmy Come, and a floral fund was approved. Hostesses served chicken shortcake olives and coffee. Travels prize was won by Marie Footer. Next meeting set for September 23.
A Central Church League fall gathering at the parish house featured a square dinner setting for 35 with fall decorations and poets. The organizing committee included Mrs. A. Henderson, Mrs. Guy Allen, and Lawrence Matter with assistance from Mrs. J. Haviland Torrey and Mrs. John Grindell. They discussed many new projects for the upcoming year.
Attendance was noted as members gathered for a private luncheon hosted by Enic lunches and Mrs Doris in vid Y. at Reid Park. The event featured games at Rosnes and a polegal contest, with groups forming potluck teams and cheering both sides as prizes were awarded.
The Cosmopolitan Garden Club met at the clubhouse on Monday afternoon. Members were reminded to submit payments by December 12 for the antique and flower exhibits and to prepare old fashioned container displays. Over 25,000 items are expected, with exhibits including bed spreads and knacks.
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