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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1945
Page
2
National Editorial Association warns against war over distrust with Russia. A Gallup poll shows a majority of Americans trust Russia, rising from 39 percent to 55 percent since before the invasion, with trust strongest among college graduates and weakest among those with only grade school education.
Washington confronts pressure from Soviet Russia over April 25 talks. Officials urge frank discussion in San Francisco and warn against letting disagreements derail the conference. The President and State Department favor open debate to defend key US objectives.
A reader reflects on Stalin and the United States in global affairs, praising the Dumbarton Conference for framing a charter and anticipating the San Francisco Conference to approve and improve it. The piece argues against irreparable disputes and expresses cautious optimism for Roosevelt Churchill and Stalin unity and success.
Caroline Riggs Baker a longtime Georgetown resident born Sept 15 1855 died Tuesday morning April 3 in South Portland after a fall at Mrs Streeter's Convalescent Home. She married Wendall Proctor Baker in 1880 and lived in Georgetown, famed for temperance work and church service. Her life included extensive preservation of family heirlooms and community records. Funeral services were in Portland with burial at Oak Cemetery Georgetown.
Reports from Bath Maine and other U S postings detail Pvt Louis Despres with the 38th Signal Construction Battalion building long distance links from rear HQ to front posts from Roer to the Rhine since July 1944. WAC Cpl Margaret Dawson of 75 Lincoln Street, induction in 1943, holds the 400th conduct medal and served at Carlsbad N M. Sgt Mary Carney WAC promoted at Allied Force Headquarters Italy. Private Joseph Kingsoury and Joseph Swanton, both Bath residents, trained as radio operators and camp cooks, with Kingsoury sharing furloughs and training with Swanton. Cpl William Watson of Bath promoted to corporal in the Eighth Air Force Fighter Wing. he and wife Nora reside at 49 Center Street. Ensign Edgar Williams, Navy, heads to Pensacola for advanced training after ferry command duty in Columbus Ohio. Marine Private Mary Mank completes boot camp at Camp Lejeune and goes to San Francisco as supply clerk. Charles Avery, released from a Japanese prison, arrives in San Francisco and plans to join his Bath family. he was previously held at Cavite.
Charles Lander of USA visits his brother John Lander at 17 Tower Circle Lambert Park during a 21 day furlough after three years in India. He left Bath with Co D National Guard after the US entered the war, trained at Camp Blanding Florida, attached to a headquarters company for overseas service, and plans a rest at Lake Placid New York while awaiting further orders.
Jean Dennison Ph M 3/c of the U S Navy Reserve attached to the Dental Clinic of the Naval Hospital Oakland California left Monday after a 15 day leave with her parents Mr and Mrs William Dennison Green street
Theta chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at Mrs. Burt Osgood's home. The Crippled Children's Drive report shows Bath schools donated 151.01, pushing total to 1,431.96 with more expected. New officers elected and a Pops Concert planned for May. Founder's Day April 30 at Stone House. Next meeting April 17 at Mrs. Wade's.
Third District Council meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary convened with the Roland Smith Post Auxiliary at Legion hall on Washington Street. Attendees included Mrs. Millie Mathews of Damariscotta and Mrs. Mary Dinsmore of Rockland, with 15 local members and guests from Rockland and Damariscotta. A bean supper preceded the gathering. reports and thanks from Togus noted. donations of 5 to the Red Cross and 1 to the Legion Nurses Aide fund voted. national and department citations announced for Rockland and other units. Local officers and past presidents spoke on the event and activities.
Fire crews were summoned to the rear of Eastland Motors garage at North and Lincoln streets Saturday afternoon for a rubbish blaze. A pony of chemical from Engine 2 sufficed to extinguish it with no damage reported. The all-out sound followed at 1.15.
Bath Municipal Court Recorder Harold J. Rubin denies refusing to issue warrants. A newspaper story claimed Sagadahoc County Commissioner Roscoe G Bailey complained to Attorney General Ralph Farris about Rubin’s actions withholding warrants. Bailey cited State police requests as examples and urged a state investigation. Farris said he would discuss with Governor Hildreth before deciding next steps.
Rotary Anns met at Mrs. Horace Herrick's home to plan a rummage sale drawing on lightweight summer clothing for overseas needs. The sale, chaired by Mrs. Emero and Mrs. Earle Wade, will be at Oak Street Parish House on Tuesday. Contributions due Monday, and warm clothing or infants’ wear to be sent to national collection depots. A note of thanks arrived for three Pic subscriptions to Lt Cmdr Robbins USCG Portland. The group voted $15 to the Camp and Hospital Committee of the American Red Cross for overseas boxes. Next meeting April 19 at Mrs. Bridgham’s home.
Admiral Charles F Hughes Ship No 29 Navy Club met Thursday evening at the G A R hall with three new members initiated and new applications received Plans for the Ladies Night celebration on April 19 were outlined Refreshments followed the meeting.
A rumor about banning taxi parking on principal streets circulated among drivers. Mayor Walter C. Rogers and Deputy Marshal Warren F. Cooper denied the claim and said the existing taxi parking status remains unchanged.
Anita Scribner, the child smoke-burn victim from the Milan street blaze Friday morning, has been discharged. Mrs. Mary Womack, also injured, remains hospitalized.
The YMCA begins a financial campaign to support its international programs in 68 countries. It notes 50 years of service, 300 full timers aiding soldiers, 1 400 native secretaries, and calls for contributions to finish the drive. John Parker chairs the World Service Committee with notable members listed.
Sacred Heart Circle Daughters of Isabella will host a bazaar at the Knights of Columbus on Friday and Saturday April 13 and 14. The event will feature games booths cooked foods and refreshment stands. Mrs Louise Arsenault leads the fish pond with help from Mrs Altice Burgess. Mrs Anne Perry chairs with assistants Mrs Katherine Burgess Mrs Esther Moses Mrs Gladys Paradis and Mrs Louise Arsenault. A committee meeting will set date and location.
Genesta chapter O. E. S. met Friday evening and voted to attend Mt. Olivet Chapter Lewiston's Golden Anniversary on Tuesday evening April 24 with a supper at 6 30. Members must contact secretary Ther Thompson by April 17. The April 20 meeting is guest officers night with a supper at 6 30. Arthur Colby led entertainment presenting two moving pictures, one on circus life and one on the present war.
Plans are underway for a reunion of the 1920 21 Bath Morse basketball squad that played in the New England tourney, defeating Springfield High then losing to Adams High. Survivors include William Perkins, Willard Sprague, Packy McFarland, Benny Stover, Les Wold, Wim Povich, Kenneth Atwood, and John Clements. John Footer was killed in a 1921 car accident.
Lincoln lodge I O O F moved its meeting date with Brunswick lodge to Monday evening April 16 to allow the Grand Master of Maine to attend. Brunswick will bring a full degree team to Bath to confer the first degree, Lincoln lodge will exemplify the second. A banquet by Queen Esther Rebekah lodge follows.
Sgt. William Farmer of the U S Army stationed at Portland spent the weekend with Rev. and Mrs. Sidney Dee on Middle Street. He served as an usher at Central church during his visit and is noted as a frequent city visitor who joined Chaplain Dee in service. The veteran says he has spent 27% years in the Army.
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