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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1952
Page
3
A garbled clipping lists various names and relations from Bath, Norwich, Hebron, and Newport. Mentions Bruce Gillies returning to Norwich University, and several individuals with ties to Bath and coastal towns. Content is fragmentary and reads like a local notices page.
Parcel fragments from a local newspaper page note residents including McKay family at Burleigh Court and Mr and Mrs Adams in Portland. Mentions Jean, Marr of 1201 Washington Pa, and connections to Bellmore, L L, N, with Clar ence as a surname.
Je R Warren son of Dr. tind bes Ralph Warren of 912 Washington street is active as a junior class senior at University. Herbert and Paul Pa are listed as members of the class of 1954 with plans for electrical and physical education majors. They travel with their families to Orono and Bangor for college events.
Soph McPherson of 37 writes friends from vacation as Mrs Philip P Sharples ley and Mrs William A. gat Pa Mrs. and rean of North Glen M Larson of Houlton a business visitor in Bath Saturday. Charles F. it Jr son of and Mrs harles F Benoit SS Washington street is a pneu patient at Ba Memorial Charles is an eighth dan at Bath Junior High.
A fragment notes a Bath Junior High social gathering organized with involvement of a student’s parents and the expected presence of guardians. No further details or clear event specifics are readable from the source.
Mrs Grace Smith and her son and wife Herbert C Smith join a weekend circle gathering with sister Miss Betty, enhancing family relations and social ties in the community.
Mr and Joseph P Spear have retired to their home in Syracuse. The notice notes their move and residence without additional details.
A fragmented report mentions Js D Malphurs and Mrs Hawnsman in a ring related to seven critical pipes and a rare item. The readable text suggests a local event or dispute but details are unclear.
A notice hints at an upcoming event involving a di and the Harland Wright family. It mentions Kay Pes Forest Carlton of Woolwith as a related name and a date around early September.
Mr and Mrs Carleton Brock of 6 Jower Circle entertained Brock on an ae ee sunborn of unspecified guests at a small family gathering.
Marine Corps private Pfe Merton T Witham has been on leave since September and awaits reassignment. He is stationed at Camp Lejeune and is expected to report to duty or await further orders.
Fragmentary OCR hints a Nequasset school setting involving Flint High, with references to a meeting or event at the recent school day. Names and specifics are unclear, but the fragment suggests a local educational gathering or exchange at Nequasset.
An OCR fragment records Ethel Anderson visiting the Union Street church parsonage with Rev. and Mrs. Oliver, noting attendance at the Valley church community scene.
Mary Newton of Cam Ahae stayed as a guest with Mr and Mrs Fred Nperteant of a nearby way. After a brief visit she returned home.
A family chapters from Hawaii to California are described as they reside with Rev. Howard Pines on Beacon Street. Their son, a U.S. Navy sailor, serves a two year sea duty and is in Japanese waters. He plans to reach Newport Rhode Island in March or April. Soon after their arrival in California Mrs Hudson's mother died.
Jane Breton daughter of Mr and Mrs Roland Breton of 49 Spring enters Gorham State Teachers College as a freshman academic year begins.
Dean Leavitt returned to Baltimore Maryland after a week with his parents Mrs Edgar Leavitt of 86 Academy Street. He vacationed with his parents and his siblings Billy and Rely. Landlady Mrs Emily Bermiller of Baltimore also noted the stay by land and lake area. Leavitt, a graduate candidate, was listed as a press item reference in Maryland School of Pharmacy activities.
Mrs Emily E Etheridge and her companion visited Thursday evening at Meadow Way home of her sister and brother in law Mrs and Mr Fred Merchant, sharing cordial hospitality and conversation.
Mr and Mrs Swansea Burns of Middle Street travel to Cutler to visit relatives and friends during Burns two vacations from duties with Shore Fisheries 8 a war den Burns girhood.
A fragment from Lincoln area news notes Wibtee traveling with his daughter and son from Wiscasset and Phippsburg. The brief item records personal travel during the holiday season with local references.
Mrs Lena D Donnell of street is improving after a stay at Memorial Hospital. Report notes steady progress and medical care provided.
A fragment mentions Clifford Hesringson of North Street with a brief note about a local matter. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicates a person of interest in a neighborhood record.
Fragmented notice notes Edwin H Pert of the University of Michigan seated for summer session. The garbled text mentions banking fees and a list of names, with partial phrases about a middle at ocean and Ponca origins, lacking clear dates or full facts.
Mr and Mrs Charles Bur Jr of Winslow announce the birth of a son last Tuesday at Thayer. The baby joins the family as education teeter at Winslow High School is noted in the local report.
The readable parts reference Portland and Boston and a note about a pharmacy. Mentions friends and a first week with unclear context. Entities include Fort Erie and Shea, with Waite and Myon-style fragments.
Mr and Mrs John W Fossett announce the death of their son John A and J Betsy Ann of Portland last Thursday with Mrs Fossett's parents Mr and Mrs Perleston.
Mrs Alice Shackford of North Street who has passed away at Five Islands with her partner Percy Savage has spent a few days with her late husband Mr A Greene Jr of Bath. Mrs Shackford will return to Bath in the fall for the winter.
Mr and Mrs Thompson Potter of Court Street attended the Amaranth Court No 1 at Cornerstone Masonic in North Deering where Potter served as associate patron and his wife as matron, following the previous night’s ceremony.
Mr and Mrs Frederick Won sor and Mr and Mrs Andrew Hart attended a reception at the Boyd Corp. on Wednesday evening. The event featured four televisions and a buffet and was held in Portland.
Mr and Mrs E R Leister and family of Arlington Mass have returned after a visit with Mr Leister Sr and Mrs Paul Strube of 20 Spring Street.
Miss Carol Loeschner of 1019 street graduates from High School program at Maine Medical Nursing in Portland in the class of 1987 and is now listed as a member of the nursing program.
Mrs. Fred Kittridge a former wife of Richard H passed away last winter in Upper Pennsylvania. She left behind a daughter and other relatives.
Members elected to committees for the two year period 1954 56 within the Beta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society. The report notes allocations of rooms and leadership roles and references the legislative focus of the group.
A fragment notes a person named C. Za Reis and an arranged swap home planned for Thursday. Details are incomplete with scattered terms like sor Mites and Allen street, leaving unclear location or participants.
A longtime staff member, Seh 7 or more, has retired this fall after a lengthy tenure. The departure marks the end of an era for the organization and its colleagues, who acknowledge her dedicated service and contributions.
A fragment mentions Penny as a student at a junior high school with unclear context. The text references memorial ideas without concrete dates or locations, leaving key details unspecified.
Fragmentary OCR notes a Mrs Jennie Brown of High Street and a reference to Maine Central. The text is incomplete but suggests a personal status or location tied to the Maine Central region.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Glekeney attend a Bath Iron Works event with their niece and nephew among guests. Cad 3 Z was noted in seating as part of the gathering.
A fragment mentions Susanne and Stevens with a reference to a Saturday arrival. Details are unclear, but the notice centers on people and a scheduled or expected meeting or event involving them. No further context provided.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Vir Parker daughter of Mrs John Parker from New Jersey. References ex governor Driscoll connected to Parker case. Readers see incomplete details, unclear context, potential political or personal ties in New Jersey proceedings.
A family named Mr and Mrs Vindar Hee stayed a month at their summer residence in Wisconsin. The note records a brief domestic visit and property use, reflecting a quiet seasonal retreat.
A garbled OCR snippet lists several individuals including Pareit wi, Pamees rere, Kev, and Mrs. Asa A Morrison, with uncertain connections. The readable fragments hint at a familial or social context but provide no clear event, date, or location.
Mrs Boyd and K Bailey of Bath helped in serving as the Wallace family from Soniddn England hosted a gathering. The record notes community participation and local names in attendance.
Fragmentary text from Hallowell references Mrs Oliver and Carter related to an evening event by a lake. Insufficient readable details to identify full names, places, or actions beyond mentioned locations and casual notation.
Mae Reed invites Kathryt guests Gun aire aes Day to a community walkout near Stier, tied to a local school event. The gathering focuses on education and action, with participants from nearby groups and a nod to Elisa and other organizers.
Rear Admiral eel appears in a fragmentary regional notice describing a maritime ceremony. The brief text hints at a public gathering or commemoration involving naval personnel and local officials, but details remain unclear due to damaged OCR.
A fragmentary notice reports Miss Diana Fenn, daughter of a local family, connected with Abbott school in Andover Massachusetts. The readable text hints at a school event or designation but details are incomplete.
Disjointed notes indicate a Bath social club delaying a dance during a hurricane week. Leandra Siene appears as a listed attendee while the fragmented text suggests altered arrival plans and possible venue changes.
A fragmentary notice notes Lowell Temple’s honor during a meeting that began at 8. Plans were laid for the annual event on October 23, with mention of Welontay Haroon. The readable text is incomplete and names are uncertain.
Fragmentary report notes a public supper held last Saturday evening at the Goon Witt Club. Menu items referenced include salads and home made items, with mentions of a light fare and various dishes. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Miss Hepner Danforth enters the Beta Chapter events and activities overview for the year's program. The informal lines highlight the pace of the activities and the key participants.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a winter season opener with references to a place named Madis Pack Fae and individuals or groups perhaps involved in a march or conduct. The readable parts are too fragmented to identify a clear event, date, or participants.
Reading shows the Smith Tobey Post organizing a Legion meeting this Thursday night with plans for awards and a lobster stew meal. An adjutant will oversee the session and announce the next date and preconclusion for Pike activities.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a local item involving rolls and banana pudding. No clear person, organization, or event is identifiable.
Mizfan class hosts a guest named Miss House in a local event. The brief gathering highlights interaction between students and the visitor, with comments on the program and reception.
A small fellowship program at Wes College supports artists in need, fostering collaboration between regional galleries and community groups. Recipients include promising painters and writers who plan exhibits and readings in nearby towns this fall.
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A damaged OCR fragment mentions local officials and a meeting with names like Mrs Mary and Mrs Asenith Ha. The text is garbled but suggests attendance or permission notes for a community gathering. No clear date, place, or full names are readable.
An invitation extended by Mrs. Peartiell at her High Street home on Sept 30 welcomed the Winnegance Auxiliary members. The note described the gathering as a pleasure and noted the extended invitation to attend.
Members of Club Forty-Two enjoyed a turkey ham Louies cassrole salads and dessert buffet at the Battier club. A lively evening included dancing to a boxe band and art by vie et art with Mrs Arthur in attendance.
The text indicates a notice of a monthly meeting to be held at 2:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday, with Mrs. Elnora Oliver and Mrs. Eleanor Buteigeld named among attendees, tied to the Continental Cob context. Content fragmentary but shows a chapter gathering.
Community note from Beacon Street reports a meeting of Weiser's Soci Christian Society at the church. The snippet notes a sermon or talk, with a focus on faith and fellowship among attendees.
Unclear fragmentary text provides minimal, non-specific scraps. No identifiable persons, places, dates, or events are discernible to form a coherent name and summary.
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