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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1944
Page
2
A Bath post office entry indicates circulation status for second class postal distribution. The note notes the designation and servicing of mail to local circulation streams.
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of the AFL denounces the current Washington policies as a threat to organized labor. They call for six goals including free enterprise, reduced bureaucracy, and private industry driven postwar jobs. They urge unions to regain independence from government and push back against being “teacher's pets.”
The Du Pont Company has developed a process to impregnate soft pine wood with inexpensive chemicals under pressure in a water solution, producing wood with the strength and beauty of hard maple. Color can be permanently added to resemble cherry, rosewood, or mahogany, expanding usable wood types beyond the current 50. This chemistry could unlock uses for about 1,000 tree species that are currently too soft for practical use.
A group of strikers tied up five Portland Oregon sawmills forcing a pause in production while union officials and workers held a wage meeting. The writer accuses them of hypocrisy for not supporting soldiers at the front and calls for accountability for those who strike.
In a shift from prior indifference to public spending the nation now faces unprecedented federal budgets. A rise in deficits and debt accompanies a wartime boom, prompting renewed attention to taxation as the government seeks to fund expanded spending.
The article argues that both Republicans and Democrats avoid a frank talk on the nation's finances. It claims every wage earner's paycheck is involved and calls such evasion inexcusable when national solvency and individual savings are at stake.
State Officers School of Instruction held Friday evening at Topsham grange. New officers E Carroll Bean and Mrs Bean attended along with Mrs Nellie Hascall Mrs Lottie York and other officials. About 100 attendees and West Bath grange members Arthur Lemont and others also present.
Club 42 met Thursday night with president Mrs William Kelly presiding. Tickets for a Memorial Hospital benefit concert sponsored by Bath Iron Works were distributed with all members asked to return money and tickets by April 27. Initiation banquet planning discussed with committee members named. An April 27 meeting at Hotel Phoenix promises entertainment and a large upcoming event.
Local N. E. T. & T. operators held a Friday evening gathering in the office reception room to discuss summer activities. A lobster newburg buffet was served by Miss Mary Perkins and Mrs Viola Bavis, followed by a pleasant hour of planning outings and activities.
A shipment of Dix Dream rose bushes inspired strong local enthusiasm as Sears roved through the city. Mrs. SA Russell of Mount Hurrey Alabama Wisconsin won a $1000 war bond for naming the frame of the nationally famous rose.
The Grace Church Women's Auxiliary will meet Friday with Mrs. Frederick Drake at 1002 Washington Street for luncheon followed by the regular meeting. Mrs. Frank Southard of Augusta, diocesan president, will be the guest and speak on church matters. Mrs. Charles M. Tubbs, wife of the rector, serves as auxiliary president.
Maine fishermen shore 200001 pounds of lobster in February, a five year high, with increases in herring, shrimp, cod and other species. The February total value reaches $293564.96, aided by wartime demand and new winter seining methods.
The rent office staff clarify enforcement of rent regulations advising landlords and tenants. The director notes staff cannot act as attorney and promotes questions within scope with referrals. Evictions must follow written notice standards and courts may allow exceptions for nonpayment or unlawful actions in defense areas.
Dr Clyde Berry and young Mary of Bristol visited Front Street residents. Berry, called on business, used the trip to call on friends while here.
The Sacred Heart circle of Daughters of Isabella hosted Fr. Remy Circle in Brunswick with 19 Bath members including Regent Mrs. Alice Burgess. State Regent Mrs. Lillian Hartley spoke as welcome address by Miss Grace Morin. other speakers praised fortitude. A musical program followed with solos by David Morin and Stella Caron.
The Junior Cos mopolitan club voted to hold a dance on Tuesday May 2 at the USC hall. Miss Mae Nelson presided as president with committees named for refreshments decor, advertising and publicity. A guest speaker Dr Hamilton will discuss social diseases at an upcoming meeting.
In Woolwich and Winslow Municipal Court, Benjamin Corey North Edgecomb and Edward A. Roderick Winslow pled guilty to speeding on U S Route One, each ordered to pay $10 fines and $4.70 court costs. Corey 65 mph and Roderick 70 mph per State Trooper Powers. A Bath man arrested for intoxication pleaded guilty and was fined $5 with $5.15 costs or 30 days in Augusta jail, per Judge Deer ing.
The event honored Evelyn Morse, junior past matron and current chaplain, invited to serve as grand warder at the 52nd annual Maine Grand Chapter session at Kora Temple Lewiston on May 23 and 24. Gifts were presented by Genesta Lonn. Next meeting May 5 features class of candidates. Joseph Kocha returns home from eye surgery at Boston’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. employed at Hyde Windlass Co.
The Bath chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met with Mrs Linwood Haynes in Green Street to finalize Founders Day observances in Augusta with Zeta chapter. Members listed include Mrs Burt Osgood and Miss Eleanor Danforth. A May 2 officer installation with director Mrs Edwin R Andrews was approved and a Spring fashion show organized.
The Cosmopolitan club hosted a dessert bridge Thursday afternoon at the club rooms with ten tables of contract and auction in play. Co chairs were Mrs. Daniel Matter and Mrs. Cecil Rowland, assisted by several members and volunteers. Prizes donated by local stores totaled awards for contract and auction divisions, with first and consolation prizes awarded to noted players including Mrs. John Hart and Mrs. Maurice Shea, among others.
Mrs Harry E Litchfield host to the Col Dummer Sewall chapter board of directors on Bath street. Plans were made for the annual meeting at Central church parish house May 2 with a varied program led by Mrs Lena Shepard who will read letters from her son John Shepard US Army who served overseas in Egypt and Italy and will display curios he sent.
Pomona grange will meet Wednesday April 26 with Progressive grange in Sagadahoc. A special Pomona meeting will be held at Topsham grange Friday evening for a school of instruction with State Masters in attendance.
Still alarm responded to a grass fire on West street at 10 30 Saturday morning. A half hour of crew effort brought the flames under control. Mrs. Lewis Young and daughter Gloria of Washington street visited Brunswick Friday.
Two simultaneous fires put Bath fire crews on high alert Thursday afternoon. Box 511 crews battled a North Bath grass fire while Box 212 responded to a Washington Street camp blaze near Packard House. A still alarm sent a North Bath truck to a field near Whiskeay Creek. Firefighters controlled the camp blaze, but the North Bath grass fire required continued vigilance tonight. Chief Frates warned the North Bath area may need ongoing watch.
President L Eugene Thebeau led Bath Country club directors meeting at Bath Trust Company with strong attendance and optimism for a financially and socially successful season. An executive committee was formed with Lance Cooper as chairman and members Clarence Eaton Alfred Parks George Fortin Elwood Toothaker. Club professional Jimmy Jones said the golf course will open soon weather permitting and be kept in top condition for Bath players and visitors in Northern New England.
Cole Mrs Archibald M Main and Mrs Frederick Burditt chaired the gathering. Mrs Milton C Trott served as registrar.
The Maine OPA announced Friday that gasoline rations of two car owners were suspended for 30 days and coupons taken from four others. Ration suspensions affected Robert Fite of Kittery for speeding and Irving Wood of Kennebunkport for using sold coupons. Joseph Brady had a 1A coupon removed for speeding.
At Grace Episcopal church wardens and vestry meeting, delegates were chosen for the 125th annual Diocese of Maine convention to meet May 17 at St. Luke's Cathedral hall in Portland. Delegates named are Frederick E. Drake Fred P. Field Wilmer I Voorhees with alternates Alden H Anderson Walter M Hill John H Freeman Edwin H P Lowell and James A McLellan. Lieut Isabell King U S A stationed at Camp Edwards Mass has returned on two days leave with her parents Arthur and Mrs King of Edgett street.
The Service Men's Wives club met at the Cosmopolitan club to discuss a sewing and mending service and a shopping service for service members. Officers Edith Clark, Gurnie Fascik, Marie Lemont, and Priscilla Estes led. Members were invited to join. next meeting is at the Cosmopolitan club.
Members of the Lioness club met at Central church parish house for a six o'clock chicken salad supper served by church Ladies aid. President Mrs Alexander MacDonald presided as the nominating committee was formed for officers for the next season. The group voted to contribute to the cancer drive and scheduled a May 25 banquet at Hotel Eagle Brunswick with reservations due by May 1.
THE NOTICE RECOUNTS RATIONING RULES FOR MEATS AND FATS SUGAR FOODS SHOES FUEL OIL AND GASOLINE. IT LISTS RED BLUE AND AEROPLANE STAMP NUMBERS, BOOKS AND PERIOD DEADLINES ALONG WITH INDEFINITE ACCEPTANCE AND DAILY LIMITS FOR SUGAR AND HOME CANNING. DETAILED COUPON VALUES INCLUDE TEN POINT STAMPS AND ONE POINT TOKENS ALLOWED AS CHANGE.
Mr and Mrs Daniel Williams of Washington street hosted a music event with Miss Linna Marie Purdue at the piano. A large crowd attended including guest Mrs Clara Hunt. A banquet will follow at Hotel Eagle with Mrs Edward B Hamblett in charge.
The Corliss Street Baptist church will sponsor a Boy Scout troop in South End after many requests. Ed win R. Andrews spoke on scouting at a vestry meeting attended by Rev. Frederick P. Moffatt Harold Walker Robert Mitchell Walter Taylor and Roy Lutz. Boys 12 or older may join. meeting Saturday at 6 PM for membership blanks.
The article lists several young men who departed Friday for Navy service: Charles H. Kidder Jr, Maurice A. Turcotte, Louis Kondos, Bath. Rachel L. Liver nois, Topsham. Raymond G. Millett, Ira H. Durgin, Richmond. John C. Durgin, Kennebunk. Saturday departures for Camp Devens to begin Army service include Herbert L. Fogg, Portland. Ransom T. Sawyer, Five Islands. Fred L. Temple, Freeport. There B. Douglass Jr, Bowdoin.
A crossword puzzle with across and down clues plus a cryptoquote quotation follows. The grid hints include various wordplay items and a Burton quotation about tyrants as sacrifices, distributed by King Features Syndicate.
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