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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1946
Page
2
A veteran urges universal military training and a greater role for servicemen in national affairs. He recalls past failures of world bodies and argues military security justifies veterans’ influence, while cautioning against municipal timing errors and advocating careful implementation.
Public interest in Maine lobsters and related pictures may boost tourism by showcasing the state as a travel magnet. The ongoing media attention could encourage visitors to plan trips to coastal Maine attractions and seafood events.
A Monday afternoon gathering of a cosmopolitan garden club featured thirteen members in attendance. The group discussed plant care, upcoming events, and community service plans for the season.
On Saturday night April 13 Bath debuts its Veterans' Orchestra a four member group with Clarence Arsenault drums Billy Hill sax Chet Swain guitar and Paul Swain piano. Everett Johnson Center director praises the group's progress and plans a dance starting at 8 30 p m with public invitation.
An air mail letter mailed in Honolulu Monday afternoon at 1 PM reached ex-Mayor Harold P. Small of Bath by Thursday before 1 PM, showing mail service remained swift despite a Pacific tidal wave distress.
Box 71 was pulled to summon the fire department for a renewed blaze at the new city dump. Engine 2 responded to the alarm and Langdon Green called for help as the fire grew beyond control before being brought under control.
The fragment notes a person named Miss Constance Staples associated with Tur ker in Somerville. It is a sparse OCR snippet with no clear event or context provided.
The document lists salaries and fees for city roles for the fiscal year 1946 including Chief Engineer Fire, Health Officer, City Auditor, Mayor, and various clerical and enforcement positions. It notes tax allocations, lawful fees for weights measures, and recommendations to include the Superintendent of Burials in the Cemetery and Park Board budget. It also mentions missing compensation for several roles and a proposed $300 allowance for certain services.
Jasper H. Lovett and Arthur W. Gediman present a joint special committee report on subordinate officers and salaries. The report was read and accepted in concurrence with the council. Attest:
Laskey and Miller plan to repurpose a twin motor bomber as a passenger carrier between Auburn and Logan Airport. Pilot Lendall Roberts and co-pilot Edward Church flew the craft in 45 minutes, with 26 seats for Maine coast parties. They eyed winter fruit runs but RNG refit delays stalled plans.
A brief note highlights the auxiliary staff as a valuable aid during staffing shortages. It credits the extra service and care they provide to grateful patients who have endured repetitive inconveniences.
A fragmented list mentions authors and titles including Dornford Yates and Ruth Cranston with references to life, science, and veterans programs. The text reads as a catalog of works and names such as Helen Ar sane Schewale and Grace and Olive Barnett, plus a reference to Pooh Corner and Now We Are Six.
A city recognizes John W. Gilmore for his long service with a formal letter of appreciation. The note accompanies a petition for new rights taxes and references the passage of related measures.
A fire incident involving Brush Fikz Crank was promptly extinguished by the Bath Fire Department. No injuries are reported, and the cause is under investigation. Firefighters contained the blaze to a limited area, limiting damage.
The note sets two start times with SOROS at 4 p.m. and Saturday games starting at 2 30 p.m.
At Hyde Field Pow ers and Hill contest an early morning clash scheduled for 9 a.m. Local teams named in the brief plan indicate a morning match up with field play and regional competition.
A compilation of probate actions listing estates of Curtis King and others, names of executors and administrators including Olive Haskin and Fred Seen, final accounts for John Parker and Grace Watson, a license to sell real estate, and guardians appointed for minors Carolynn Stackpole and Florence Stackpole in Bath.
Little St Doms of Lewiston and Rumford receive a nucleus award presented by Henry Schail. The ceremony is set for April 23 with St Doms of Lewiston in attendance.
Police announce a strict city campaign against speeding within limits. Drivers cited or brought to court will be dealt with under the law.
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