Debate over government power projects and Seaway backdoor plans
The proposed bill by Representative Pittenger would expand government ownership of power along with the St Lawrence Seaway as a backdoor to public control of energy. Critics warn navigation limits, taxpayer costs, and peacetime production pressures mean no time for expensive experiments. Edward C Stiness of Providence Bath mourns a dedicated supporter of local Summer efforts and Bath affairs.
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Pittenger
St. Lawrence Seaway
St.enn Cbn
Edward C. Stiness
Providence
Bath
Mr. Stiness
Mrs. Stiness
Orth Street
Edward W Wheeler Retires as Boston and Maine Official
Officials of the Boston and Maine and Maine Central Railroads honored Edward W Wheeler of Brunswick Friday night upon his retirement from the office of general counsel after long service. He had served as a leading legal figure for the railroads and was noted for his years of dedication.
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Boston & Maine and
Maine Ceupes
Edward W. Wheeler
Brunswick
Wheeler Long
Sunday forencen winds shift toward an ideal spring day
The afternoon brought a rising wind that tempered what began as a pleasant spring Sunday. Residents noted cooler gusts and a change in outdoor plans as skies stayed clear and temperatures remained mild.
Palm Sunday Service Sees Packed Congregation
Beweteries filled Palm Sunday services as worshippers gathered across churches. The crowd reflected on religious observance and community faith during the period.
Court Records Show Multiple Intoxication Pleas and a Reckless Driving Case
In West Bath a man named Lannes M. Fuller faced reckless driving charges after a Route 1 collision that left his car flipping off the highway. Fuller and his four children escaped injury as police noted no one was hurt. Several others charged with intoxication pleaded guilty or changed pleas, with fines ranging from five to ten dollars and court costs.
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Parca
Weter
Lannes M
World Service Month Planned By Y M C A Units
The Y M C A in Bath and nationwide announce World Service Month to mark 57 years of the global arm and to launch an $850000 drive in April for Recce Service activities abroad. World Service will resume work in 11 nations with war restrictions eased, building constructive citizenship and peace. Daniel Williams is chairman with committee members John Parker Lancelot Cooper Herbert Jas A M Main and Rev Jo O Purdue.
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Young Ag Christian
Y.M.C.A
William C. Perkins
Bath
Yoo
Recce
World Service of the
Perkins
World Service
North America
Daniel Williams
John Parker
Lancelot Cooper
Herbert Jas
A. M. Main
Jo O. Purdue
Police Sweep Interstate for Cumberland County Jail Escapees
State and local police patrolled major highways Sunday night and into Monday, stopping eastbound traffic to locate four of five men who escaped from Cumberland County jail. A stolen car abandoned in Brunswick was tied to the escape, with officers at Carleton Bridge and Route 1 near Richardson Street. No additional sightings were reported as fugitives' whereabouts remained unclear.
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Cumberland County
Brunswick
Portland
Carleton Bridge
Cooks Corner
Richardson Street
State
Progressive Union Meeting Planned by Maine Club Network
The Maine Progressive Union for n's clubs will be entertained by the Cosmopolitan club Tuesday April 18. A business session focuses on farming with members asked to bring box lunches for midday. Coffee and dessert will be provided by the Pine Fomaspoltten club with Mrs. Fredery as chair.
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Maine Progressive Union
E B. Tiuredey
Fredery
Elementary report card lesson aids parent cooperation
Mrs members discuss methods used in report cards and the importance of cooperation for a preschool health program. Local doctors and dentists will volunteer April 26 for a meeting with a supper planned May 16 in the cafeteria. Reservations through Mrs Lang Behn or Mrs Wishart. Easter baskets chaired by Mrs McDorr and Mrs Lewis Gannon.
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Nostall
Langbehn
Wishart
M. Easter Baskets
Dee- Ring
McDorr
Lewis Gannon
Through trains to Washington start June 21
A Maine Central Railroad notice announces a new through service on the Rockland branch beginning June 21 and lasting until September 2. Trains will operate from Rockland to Washington in the evening with daylight arrivals, providing through air service and strategic terminal connections.
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Air Washington
Rockland
Washgton
Maine Central Railroad
Knights Prove Good Hosts in Local Play Night
Tremendous applause greeted a successful performance by a cast led by Mrs. Van de Vander and Carl Albee. The entertainment ended with a grand march and dancing led by Commander Bartlett. Cliff Leeman and his orchestra provided music for the late hours. An outstanding social event in Pun ae Commandery followed at midnight.
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van de Vander
Carl Albee
Middlebury
Henry M. Powers
Frank Sparks
Cliff Leeman
Bartlett
Pun Ae Commandery
Births Noted at Memorial Hospital
A son was born Friday morning to Mrs John Ladd of Banana at Memorial hospital. A daughter named Lynnette M Miller was born recently to Mr and Mrs Linwood V Miller of West Bath.
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Rane
Byron A. Robson
West A
Memorial Hospital
John Ladd
Linwood V. Miller
West Bath
Lynnette M. Miller
Radio Interference Spurs Federal Action Plans
Radio listeners complain of interference from amateur sets used in violation of federal law. Residents in this area and Woolwich report nuisance, and plans will be set in motion for a federal fee unless the disturbance ends.
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Woolwich
Community captains named to lead cancer drive effort
Organizers designate community captains across towns to direct volunteers in a national cancer fundraiser aiming to raise twelve million dollars for research and prevention clinics. The plan allocates sixty percent of state proceeds for local prevention, X ray and radium provision, public education, and in home medical visits.
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Eeaplers
National Treasury
Berry
Marcia Adams
Cathance
Forrest Baker
Woolwich
Robert Coombs
Bowdoin
Annie Dunbar
Swan Iland
Duncan Farrell
Winnegance
Sadie Garland
Bowdoin Center
Stanwood Gilman
Ashdale
Sebasco
Sebasco Estates
Leston
Harrington
Parker Head
Ernest Haskell
West Point
Adolph Spear
Robinhood
Peter Isaacson
Popham Beach
Ivan Lang
Bowdoinham
Harry Larrabee, Jr
West
Elizabeth Deering Moffatt
Bay Point
Kennebec Point
William S. Newell
Bath
Joseph Pagurko
Pejepscot
Arlene Perkins
Phippsburg
Roland Peterson
Georgetown
Malden Island
Lloyd Pinkham
Five Islands
Dorothy Stuart
MacMahan’s
Frances E. Sturmer
Ar- Trowsic
Carroll F. Terrell
Richmond
Herbert F. White
Topsham
Raymond Wyman
Small Point
Small Point Beach
Miss Dickinson Seeks Bath Rep Seat in June Primaries
Miss Dickinson announces candidacy for Bath’s two House seats on the Republican ticket in the June primaries. The Bath slate includes Carlin G. and J. Horace McClure with Elizabeth Deer ing Moffatt not seeking re nomination. Senator Neil S. Bishop of Bowdeinham remains a renomination candidate.
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Bath
Miss Dickinson
Tne
House of Representatives
Elizabeth Deering Moffatt
Pete A Makes
Neil 8
Bowdeinham
Examination notice and eligibility details for nation class
The document announces a formal examination for a class nation with a stated minimum age of 21 and maximum of 65. It notes application receipt, admission, and that the examination date will be announced and included on admission. Details are incomplete due to damaged text.
Final figures in Red Cross drive tally
Final figures show a total quota of 1223 dollars for the Red Cross drive. The article thanks all volunteers and organizations for their fine work and support during the campaign.
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RED Cross
Chamber Celebrates First Banquet Amid Toasts and Tributes
The chamber held its inaugural banquet with speakers praising past members and leaders. Mr. Dowd lauded the growth of chambers of commerce and their value to the community and state, citing faithful service by former associates and the impact of organized business groups.
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Mr. Dowd
Hollis W. Garey
Dowd
Mr. Gilmore
Maine
Chambers of
Ca Commerce
Sarkis Enters Race Amid Turmoil in Opposition Fields
A fragmented report shows J. Sarkis declaring candidacy amid strong pushback from opponents. The scant text hints at hostile reactions and a tense campaign climate without detailing names or locations.
Bonellam Child Welfare Deadline Noted in State Law
Fragmentary OCR references Dike and Huse with Mitchell of Bonellam on a Friday in April. It mentions state law governing a child’s age and a deadline on or before October, noting a child must meet age requirements under the law.
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Build
Mitchell
Bonellam
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