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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1939
Page
2
The president proposes a ten year armament truce and mediation with Hitler and Mussolini, sparking criticism and support. Some say stay out of European affairs, others see humanity’s benefit if talks avert war. A conference on disarmament could save taxpayers billions if achieved, though leaders may reject the plan.
A Maine survey estimates private summer residences owned by out-of-state owners value between 40 and 50 billion dollars, with summer hotels and camps at about 22 and a half million, and 7 million for boys and girls camps. About 25,000 people earned 7.42 million from recreation last year, while summer visitors spent 2.5 million on farm and seafood goods in 1938. The report shows hotels and camps comprise only 25 percent of recreational spending, with labor and running costs absorbing most funds. The Legislature opens a final week with expectations of adjournment Friday, no new taxes, and relief rolls reductions. an extra session may follow for old age and relief funding. Observers note rising bicycle use and potential city licensing plus road-rule enforcement. Maine may allow Sunday movies under a local option plan with no tax, and a bill to permit Sunday theatre showings from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. has gone to Gov Barrows for signature.
Street crews work during plant closures Saturday to clear winter debris from curbs in Bath area. Workers from Bath industrial plants aided by timing, removing debris while vehicles parked along streets pose access challenges.
Allen Curtis of Boston led eight to twelve year effort at the Mohiba ball held in Morse High School gym. About 150 couples danced with 50 spectators amid pink and blue decorations. VIPs included ex mayor and Mrs Small and many local figures. Committees led by Frank Curran coordinated costumes, treasuries, advertising and stage work.
Five recent real estate transfers handled by Roger D. Skillings include Arthur T. Jones buying 14 White Street from Charles Cummings. Arthur W. Seekins buying 32 York Street from W Percy Marks. E Stanley Robinson buying 1161 Washington Street from heirs of Albert L Strout. McGilvary place at 31 Robinson Lane sold to Antonio Pouliot. Harry T Cribby and partner purchasing Trufant house at Hardings East Brunswick from Annie Trufant.
Real estate activity remains brisk in Bath and surrounding Sagadahoc towns with multiple transfers recorded in the last two weeks. Listings include Arthur J. Dunton to Melvin L. Comeau on Academy street and Samuel Larrabee to Earl L. Larrabee on High street, among numerous other land and buildings trades across Bath Bowdoinham Topsham and Woolwich.
Mrs Linwood F Cart hosted the Bath Girl Scout Leaders association at 34 Snow Park discussing a play day on April 29 from 1 30 to 4 30 in the new armory. Elaine Nasi to receive a Golden Eaglet and Juliette Low shipments approved. Barbara Fisher in Springfield Mass visiting Miss Barbara Grout. Grout's parents listed.
Sea and Shore Fisheries Commissioner Arthur R. Greenleaf battles non residents in Maine clam and blood worm industry. Dozens of out of staters use tricks to obtain licenses, with fake certificates. wardens conduct daily checks as about 200 men work along the coast. Non residents face licenses denied. worms mostly shipped to New York and New Jersey for fishing bait.
Mrs Annie Wilson installed as chief companion and Mrs Alice Rideout as sub chief with many officers named including Mrs Anna Conley as past chief. Deputy Ethel Parshley and Marshal Josephine Cavanaugh conducted the ceremony. piano by Mildred Avery. Flowers honored long-serving Mary Murphy and Nellie Johnson. Group photos then supper at Colonial Cafe.
Brunswick High School conducted an exchange assembly at Morse High School on Friday morning. A 30 voice chorus directed by Ralph Edwards performed several selections alongside four Sophomore speakers coached by Mildred Thalheimer. Ralph Allen presided. Mrs. Charles Warren accompanied piano, with Miss Sally Ryan chairing the Morse exchange committee. The program featured boys glee club, solos, and accordion pieces, aiming for a joint orchestra in a future year.
United States Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive exam for Hospital Attendant at U S Marine Hospital Portland Maine with pay 1080 to 1400 dollars a year minus subsistence. Open to women only. Written test in Portland. Applications due April 28. Forms available from Bath Portland post offices or Boston office.
Miss Jeannette F. Shackford left Friday afternoon to spend the weekend with Miss Louise M. Stewart in North Quincy Massachusetts.
The history of Alfred Maine shows records intact from the 1794 first town meeting to today. Despite fires and losses from 1934 and the Civil War, diligent work by Mrs Herman J Sayward recovered and copied many volumes, giving Alfred one of the few Maine towns with complete records.
Maine Twin Association president Welton P. Farrow says the state's second annual Twin Party will be at Lakewood on July 13. He notes this year’s event will be larger after last year’s Augusta gathering drew hundreds of twins, with many from out of state expected to attend and register for eligibility. Farrow organized last year after meeting his twin in Winnipeg and inviting other doubles to join, drawing in more than 400 responses. He asks all twins to write him now to register.
Wiscasset Women's club hosted an exchange program by the Cosmopolitan club Friday afternoon led by Mrs Fannie D Ingalls and other Bath residents. Miss Sarah A Adams spoke on Spain describing places and conditions before the war with pictures of historical sites. Mrs Jacob Smith sang Because and Pal of Mine. Mrs Isadore Singer and Mrs Joseph I Smith read Shaw play The Millionairess.
Maple orchard owners report a potential return to the average maple sap yield if conditions hold for another week in 1939, despite a late season. Elmer Blodgett of Pittston notes it is the latest sap season in his 40 years of tapping.
Rev. C A Bentley, Crow Nation missionary in Montana, will speak at the Bowdoinham United Baptist Association meeting in Freeport on April 27. Delegates from Corliss Street First Baptist and People's Baptist will attend. the program includes welcomes, sermons, a forum on Christian Education, and an evangelistic closing message.
In assembly Friday morning Mitchell school pupils received Seven Point Pins and Certificates. Grades listed by teacher and pupil names span from grade one to grade five with multiple students named in each group. A program followed with songs and health verses performed by grades three and two.
Hibbert L. Norton and John Sheldon headlined a Thursday evening concert in Corliss Street church Bath men helped by Mrs. Robert Hatch Mrs. Fred Cary Mrs. Harry Ring and Francis E. McPherson proceeds fund a new church organ and the event drew capacity attendance arranged by the church Young People Society with gifts and flower decor Easter lilies and tulips noted by the pastor Rev. Frederick P. Moffatt
Mrs Nora Dwyer of Brunswick was elected president with Mrs Emily Williams of Bath as vice president and Mrs Florence Jackson of Brunswick as treasurer. Mrs Mary Curtis of Bath became secretary as the Twin B's club of past chiefs of Pythian Sisters held its meeting.
Puzzle page fragment lists several clues such as Ink of the 30 Execute the cuttlefish commando Pleasure boat Passage 70pe insect Ade Supportin bauchee bonthies Over Timid eredt serene eetion 1 month answer to previous puzzle Copyright 1939 King Features Syndicate Inc.
A long roster of attendees from Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Cape Elizabeth, Brunswick, Georgetown, Old Town, Phippsburg, Portland, Richmond, Skowhegan, South Portland, Topsham, Vassalboro, Waterville, West Bath, Whitefield, Wiscasset and more joined Mrs. Den for an afternoon tea. Notables include Gov. and Mrs. Barrows, Sen. and Mrs. Sewall, Speaker and Mrs. Philbrick, Rear-Adml. and Mrs. Robert, and numerous Tampa guests, with receptions at York Hall following the event.
Eleven Sullivan high school graduates from Berwick have finalized plans for a nine day trip to Washington DC. The seniors depart Sullivan square on Friday morning with Corinne Prost guiding them as chaperone.
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