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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1947
Page
5
The city committee and voters prepare for a close Bath mayoral race with incumbent seeking a sixth term and Dominique J. Tardif mounting a strong Democratic challenge. Democrats also field solid aldermanic and council slates hoping for higher turnout and new leadership for the coming year.
A column urges returning service members to join veterans organizations to push for reforms. It notes 60 groups exist in varying sizes and aims to channel ex service men into effective public input.
The text argues against a quick veteran bonus claiming it would disrupt the economy and harm citizens. It says AVC opposes creating a separate class of veterans seeking favoritism and aims for members to prosper as citizens of a prosperous nation.
The Maple Grove cemetery gains a new receiving tomb near the entrance with steel rack vaults on north and south walls. The Park and Centey Board oversaw construction to ease winter burials and provide a resting place for families during severe weather.
Trustees elected Mark W. Hennessy secretary and Miss Bertha V. Bellerose treasurer. Executive committee named John P. Carey Jr. as chair with Mrs. James A Gillies Jr, Mrs. Frederick E. Drake, Mrs. Arthur W. King, Ralph G. Stetson, Archibald M. Main and Donald N. Small. Finance: Harry B. Briggs Jr, Allan Spear, Daniel Williams. Supply and House committees listed. Dr Earl L. Wade named dental surgeon. Dr Leonardo E Buck added as associate staff.
In a GOP caucus contest Cummings defeated Mrs. Gertrude Olsen by 19 to 12. Varney was renominated ward en, Frances T. Clark named clerk, Langdon T. Green constable candidate. Ward Seven slate includes Charles W. Plummer for Board of Aldermen with Fred A. Sterling Harold W. Child and Franklin Morse for Common Council.
The Charles Marbles of 1733 High Street bought the Morse mansion, the former Dr. Rice house on South Street, from Clarence N. Flood and are moving this week. They sold their Rumford and Winthrop farms and, after three and a half years in Bath, chose to stay in Bath, having liked the former Robert Linekin house.
Historical note records New Zealand transitioning to a British colony status in 1940, marking a significant shift in governance and imperial relationship. The event situates New Zealand within the broader pattern of colonial realignments during the era.
Military notices honor local servicemen from World War II era. The 42d Rainbow Division member receives two battle stars for Europe Africa Middle East service. Others include Donald Beals, Lloyd Moore, Arthur MacDonald, and Richard Farnham with updates on discharges, assignments, and travels through Bath and nearby towns.
S/Sgt. William D. Sewall returns to Stone House Farm after three years in the army, received his separation at Fort Devens, and is greeted in Boston by his parents ex-mayor and Mrs. Arthur Sewall. Edward Cogan, Yokosuka Marine Base, writes of meeting Bath friend Corp. Robert Cummings and performing at Morse High. Bowker in Manila looks forward to spring home and discharge as Morse High alumnus class of 1943.
Mrs. Edmund Hoggard and two children left Charleston where Commander Hoggard, U S N, was stationed. They have settled in Wilmington North Carolina. Commander Hoggard's parents Dr and Mrs John Hoggard also live in Wilmington.
Sgt Philip Payne U S Army recently returned from three and a half years service. The last year and a half was spent in the South Pacific after sailing from Leyte in the Philippines. He is visiting his father Cecil E K Payne and Mrs Payne of High Street.
Sgt. Lee Stewart has been discharged and returned home with Mrs. Stewart. They have taken the Coombs apartment at 508 Middle Street and he will resume work at Bath Iron Works.
Word reached Mrs. Betty Robichaud of West Bath that her son T. D. Robichaud, S 2/c, U S Navy, is listed as missing in action. The notice conveys concern and awaits official confirmation from naval authorities.
James Morse of the U S Coast Guard son of Mr and Mrs Horace P Morse of West Street has spent a brief leave at home and left Tuesday morning to return to his unit.
Germany after receiving his honorable discharge at Fort Devens Mass. He was in tags: battle a month prior to the end of hostilities and received the Heart. For the last six months before leaving for home he was on duty as a switchboard operator in Rothernburg, Germany.
William Greene CM 2-c U S N Seabees is hospitalized at St Albans Naval Hospital L I N Y after surgery for wounds suffered in service while stationed at Saipan. He is the son of Mr and Mrs John A Greene of Leonard Court.
Raymond J. Ingalls recently received an honorable discharge after 30 months in the Navy with 23 in the Pacific. He left Monday for New York to meet his sister Vir K. Ingalls who also earned an honorable WAC discharge from Fort Dix. They will visit New York. Raymond will return to North Bath to visit parents Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Ingalls, while Virginia heads to Washington to join the Civil Service branch.
Dike School P.T.A. held a Founders Day program honoring past presidents Mrs. Scott M. Golder Mrs. Herman W. Crooker Mrs. Irving C. Varney Mrs. Bertha M. Dunbar Mrs. Edmund L. Mockler and Mrs. Merton L. Dearing. A P.T.A. sketch featured Mrs. Golder and Mrs. Crooker with others. Girl Scouts from Troop 9 and six Scouts were directed by Mrs. Kenneth Hall and Mrs. Labbie. refreshments were arranged by several local assistants.
The first training session for Farm Bureau Foods Leaders took place in Lewiston at Central Maine Power Co on Feb 19 at 10 30. Other county classes follow at Livermore Grange Hall Feb 21 Mechanic Falls Methodist church vestry Feb 26 and Topsham Whitten Memorial Library Feb 28. The program centers on One Meal For All with morning talks on the food situation and meal planning for children and adults.
The text notes no broad changes in weapons of war during the eighteenth century aside from the field gun becoming lighter and more mobile and the siege gun gaining power.
An unclear draft reports a community club discussing a loan and Articles of the Terrace. It mentions a next meeting at the Community Building with attendees Sastimone, Suther land and Phyllis Ward listed as debate participants.
Pythian Sisters of Lowell held a Wednesday meeting with a six o'clock box lunch. Mrs. Mary Curtis Rose Jean and Mrs. Renee were named Western Mai Sisters Jubilee ration. April 17 set for Easter sale with committees named Dor othy Stone and Rebecca Ferguson. Booth duties listed and next meeting for Washington's Birthday observance announced. Penny march won by Sadie Gareelon and prize by Helen Perins.
The Bath Stamp club gathered last week at the Oak street parish house with good attendance. Hostess Mrs. David Y. Alkazin led discussions on recent and foreign issues. The next meeting will be March 13 at the fish house with L. Kelsey of Bristol as host.
Club 42 held a Valentine themed dinner at the Country club with Billie Olsen as chair. Mrs. Charles L. Hoebel won the monthly chocolates and cigars prize. Mrs. Mary Wilson won face powder. Cynthia Footer will donate next week’s prize. The group sang operatic pieces, led by Hoebel, with a choral group including Lundberg Meister Sarkis Hoebel Hart Small OReilly and Hanson performing Show Boat era selections.
Ramona Council of D. of P. met Thursday with a public supper raising a good sum. The charter was draped for the late Minnie Guptill. Applications read and accepted. class initiation planned for February 28. A Valentine party followed with games and refreshments. comms named Mrs Annie Wi, Mrs Jennie Miller, and Mrs Frances Warner.
A Salvation Army school event featured dog milk eddies and ice cream, several songs were sung, and Major Brister closed the occasion with prayer.
The Twin Bees Club in Jonquils Wisconsin met with Sarah Potter as vice president presiding. Mrs Lucy Stover was reported ill and ros bloom were sent. Beano prizes were awarded to winners including Mrs Sarah Potter Mrs Susan Daley Mrs Ismine Mrs Emily Williams Mrs Jane Shea and Mrs Curtis.
American Legion County Council gathered at the red brick schoolhouse in Wiscasset to map year activities. Members debated fundraising and events including dances and sports for veterans amid discussion of a state veterans bonus.
Winter Street church Ladies Aid met all day Friday serving 50 at noon with American Chop Suey. The group planned a March 13 supper for the Cosmopolitan club and voted to skip next week’s meeting for Washington’s Birthday. Members and hostesses listed. afternoon devoted to sewing for Memorial hospital.
Mrs. George Carey hosted Mizpah class members for a Valentine party with a talk by Mrs. William Wakefield of the Ladies Sewing Circle of the First Baptist church. The group discussed joining the Circle to sew for the church. Guests included Mrs. Forrest Baker and Mrs. Harold Gilmore of Woolwich. The circle meets Wednesday afternoons in the vestry. next meeting set for February.
The C. A. R. met Thursday afternoon at the home of the hostess Miss Susan ae age PO of Mrs. street. The late president Miss Laura Carnet and a special program on new projects were noted with an engaging talk announced.
The Genesta Chapter hosts a social hour at the hall with both auction and sale items planned for the evening. Decorations for Washingtons Birthday include red candles patriotic napkins and favors. Cecil Fullerton and committee served Washington toast and refreshments as games and prizes complemented the event.
Ministers Rev L S Staples of Gardiner and Rev H F Aldrich of Augusta lead the meeting at Beacon Street church with Brunswick visitors. Bath choir will provide music. Aldrich preaches at Wesley Church Sunday morning and attends Fourth Quarterly Conference at 2 30 p m.
Solar lodge members presided over a veteran ceremony and raised their sons in a shared event. A prior gathering conferred the entered apprentice degree on another World War II veteran during the evening.
The Nightingale club met Monday evening at Edgett Street with Mrs Arthur King hosting. Supper was served with all but two members present. Two guests attended Miss Mary Perry of Mass and Miss Isabel King RN. The president was Mrs James B.
Tds were enjoyed for the remainder of the evening, with attendees lingering as the event wrapped up. The line-up and activities drew positive reactions from participants and observers. Local officials noted smooth proceedings and noted plans for future gatherings.
4-H girls resume meetings after vacation with a Cosmopolitan club visit. Misées or Burns, Ge lant and Kathryn Lenfest are noted among the reshinerits served the hiss desertoa and inate leader.
Mrs Frances Warner reports plans for a public benefit by Hyde Camp Auxiliary to support the Veterans organization. The event was voted for February 23 and the Past Command Night date moved from March 4 to March 11. Members listed include Mrs Marion Mrs Alice Lewis and Mrs Staples.
Sacred Heart Circle in Isabella held a social Tuesday with a large turnout. Miss Sophie Mel Pherson and several members attended. refreshments fitting the holiday were served. The next meeting is planned for March 5.
The United States and Norway have signed a civil air accord enabling commercial and passenger flights between U S points and Oslo. The agreement sets routes safety standards and visa facilitation for future service expansions.
The puzzle page presents a cross word with numbered clues for across entries and a cryptogram quote. It includes wordplay on various definitions and a final cryptogram labeled CRYPTOQUOTE with the ciphertext YFGSA OR BIV LFXCVRR KQ LFCA.
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