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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1946
Page
2
The piece recalls how the American soldier fought in key battles from Bataan in 1942 to Okinawa in 1945 and, after a five year hiatus, is now honored in the present moment with renewed recognition for wartime service and sacrifice.
The 1939 world pepper supply is strained as East exports exceed 66,000 tons but likely fall to 20,500 tons. The United States consumes 15,000 tons but now only 3,000 tons remain. The Department of Agriculture plans to buy 9,000,000 pounds in India, a three month supply. Pepper vines suffer during war and need 2 to 3 years to regain full production, with new vines taking 3 years to bear and 4 to 5 years for full output.
The New York Times comments on Washington price wage rules and warns liberal wage interpretation with strict price controls risks deep political and social upheaval. The piece argues a weighted system favors voting blocs and threatens representative government.
The Army expresses concern about ongoing attacks on its gas distribution system amid wartime strain. Officials stress security gaps and urge vigilance as operations continue.
A fragmented lament warns that pay cuts in the Army reflect democratic strain, while a late season snow raises fears for April and May apples and other crops. The bituminous coal strike threatens steel mills, with broader labor unrest urged to ease in coming months.
Six respondents faced Judge Gardiner R. Deer for using profane language and disrupting public order. A companion was arrested by Kingsbury for interfering with the officer making the arrest. The party paid a $25 fine plus $4.75 in costs.
Six Bath Area Boy Scouts of First Class rank joined a USS Wilson cruise to Boston as guests of Bath Iron Works. Earl Gower Richard Johnson John Frey Robert Lundrigan Louis Michalos and Carl Langbehn sailed with officials and press aboard the destroyer Kennebec trip was led by Mr Newell and Governor Horace A Hildreth unable to attend due to last minute obligations.
The article notes the cancellation of a contract and delays on another as the Agerholm becomes the 79th destroyer launched from the yard since Pearl Harbor. It highlights Bath Iron Works’ long-running role since 1934 and recalls nine ships lost to enemy action in World War II.
North Center P T A marks its 25th anniversary with a Tuesday afternoon meeting at Oak Street parish. An interesting program has been prepared and past presidents will be recognized. officers will be elected. Members urged to attend.
A notice states that the Bathates group SS Al Tong will hold its general mediation and there will be a luncheon preceding the meeting.
Mazin marriage Anna Saas Sears near Searsport featured a double ring ceremony with the bride in a light blue suit and carnations, and the groom’s mother in a dark blue suit. The couple’s families attended with Mrs. Hilton J. Freeman and others, and the newlyweds will reside in Searsport.
A dated compilation records numerous transfers of land and buildings in Bath Bowdoin, Georgetown, Phippsburg and surrounding towns. Entries name buyers and sellers such as Susan Campbell and Joseph Bates along with streets like Washington and High, and note parcels on Brackett Road and McKay Park among others.
Frank Torrey dominates the YMCA Pocket Billiards tournament, winning the two round groups and the final playoff. He defeats Danny Hill 35 to 12 in the group playoff and then beats Staples in the final to claim the King of the polished ivories title.
Anglers in ten Maine counties may fish on the opening day if their water bodies are ice free. Bago Lake and the Bangor pool near the Penobscot River are among the warm March sites cleared for the season. The Penobscot Salmon Club awaits the first catch from the pool, traditionally sent to the President.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Robert Deahl of Wiscasset at Memorial hospital Sunday. Mr and Mrs Leon Pennell Jr of Center street welcomed a daughter Sunday at Memorial hospital. Mr and Mrs Theodore Mois son of Brunswick RFD No 2 report a daughter born Monday morning at Memorial hospital.
Lennie Lizotte and his orchestra will perform tonight at the Community Center and again on April 5. A special Spring vacation dance is scheduled for April 23.
The local fire department tackled a small grass blaze on Mannard Street Hill, responding to box 622 at 12 35 and issuing an all clear at 1 05 in the afternoon.
Mrs E Small and Miss Grace Cu have returned after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Pany Hallowell.
A candidate named Dunton seeks the Dahoe County seat nomination. He is a Morse High School 937 alumnus with athletics prominence, served four years in the army as part of an air force unit, and worked at Bath Iron Works before and after service. He is married to Wilma Sawyer of Five Islands and has one son.
Mrs. Herbert Lemont led a session on native rocks and semi precious stones for grades seven and eight at Central Grammar School. She described crystal structures markings and varieties with samples including quartz beryl garnets and granite. Students showed interest and many expressed a wish to start their own collections.
The 50th anniversary of T. W. Hyde Camp Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and the 39th anniversary of its auxiliary will be celebrated with a reception and banquet at Masonic Temple on April 20. Dinner at 6 30 p m and reception at eight feature a program and music. Hyde Camp lists one charter member John Shaw. auxiliary has three members Mrs Eva Lemont Mrs Florence Robinson and Mrs Martha Wilson. Invitations go to Gov and Mrs Hildreth Adjt Gen and Mrs Carter Mayor and Mrs Tardif and fraternal groups. Committees: Hyde Camp Maurice Warner Harry Warner George Melzard Vernon Miller. Auxiliary committees: Mrs Frances Warner Mrs Myrtle Wilson Mrs Lucille Blake and Mrs Jennie Miller.
Edward J. Dorler of Portland was arrested for failing to support his wife and four children in Bath. He pleaded not guilty and was placed on six months probation, reporting monthly to Special Officer Moriarty and contributing to his family’s support.
An auto driven by Andrew Ca of Bath with passenger Ay ee Cahill of South ed on Route 1 slid on a slippery surface and overturned onto a bankment near the Harding’s factory. Both occupants were uninjured and later returned to the road.
A fragmentary note describes historical watches dating to 70 1525 on display. It mentions a Lord N figure in 1760 with a crusted coat arms, a gold lyre studded with rubies, and other jeweled pieces. The text hints at European appearances and a long historiography to be continued over four weeks.
Fragmentary list of city officials including Cyrus Longley as tax assessor and multiple aldermen and councilmen named with surnames such as Butler Larra bee Annis Clement Wilson Hunter Pratt Cummings Lovett Mullaney Morse and others. Mentions of schools water works pensions and mayor with scattered fragmentary roles.
A local cleric named Rev R J Wrachen Hes plans to retire from his duties at Saccon, with farewell services and a final sermon scheduled for an unspecified date in the coming weeks.
Town officials order Harbor View House condemned over health and fire hazards. Public safety actions proceed to secure the building and prevent access while compliance steps are pursued.
A fragment notes that Nequasset area wildlife officials freed a near deer and mention the event occurring as part of a coast region effort. No further specifics or dates are provided in readable text.
The passage discusses saving habits and the idea that an easy, convenient method exists for readers to begin saving. It emphasizes a practical approach to finance and personal discipline without detailing specific steps or techniques.
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