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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1950
Page
2
B. Nichols serves as president and treasurer and Harry C. Webber as editor. The notice lists subscription costs: one year in advance two dollars and six months in advance one dollar. The paper is entered at Bath post office for second class circulation.
New England lodging operators reported a one percent rise in guests for June 1950 compared with June 1949, but advance bookings for July and August show declines from last summer. Reports from 400 owners to the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston indicate July reservations fell slightly versus a year ago, with August not expected to beat July.
Uncle Sam studies emergency schemes as National Security Resources Board drafts Omnibus Emergency Power Act. The plan would grant government total power over people, industry and materials, enabling drafting and control of labor and production. Proponents say it could freeze prices wages rents and credit to curb living standards. The Chamber of Commerce endorses what is safe to publish.
The National Board of Fire Underwriters selected a poster for Fire Prevention Week to be observed nationally next October. It features a mother lifting her child with the caption For their sake prevent fire save lives. The piece underscores that about 11,000 people die yearly from fires in the United States, with three quarters at home, and that children are heavily affected by home fire deaths and burn injuries. The message urges year round vigilance and safety improvements in homes to prevent fires and avoid further tragedies.
Stored paints and varnishes and cleaning solvents litter basements closets and attics. Carelessness with smoking materials and matches are prime fire causes. The message warns that a safe house today can become a danger tomorrow and urges action under the motto Prevent Fire Save Lives.
Churchill warned Plymouth that Western Europe and Britain must be defended against Soviet and Communist threats. He described the Soviet army as larger than all nations combined and pursuing world domination, but predicted the communist drive against England, the United States, and free governments would be defeated.
Shortages in many lines of business push prices up as a buying boom forms. Sugar, soap, nylons, canned meats, tires, fats, appliances, refrigerators, washing machines, and other wares drive demand and pricing ahead.
The piece notes expected surge in ship construction and repairs across American yards with Bath Iron Works identified as a center of increased activity. It highlights the likelihood of more employment opportunities and production at Bath due to heightened demand for naval and merchant vessels.
Editor notes two Times stories on National Labor Relations Board elections at Bath Iron Works. Opinion argues BIW will win Navy contracts without union influence, praising BIW’s wartime destroyer record and Navy rating, while criticizing AFL organizers underestimating workers’ IQ.
Little Marshall Gotte, son of Mr and Mrs Herbert M Gotte of 49 Bluff road, celebrated his fifth birthday at home Saturday afternoon with games, cake and ice cream. Many toys and gifts were received by the host. Attendees included Lee and Deanie Bailey Gwen and Jimmy Jackson Bobby and Michael Brennan Donna Pamela and Douglas Hatch Sue and Jackie Johnson Bobby and Bruce Pooler Jimmy and Lois Cole Sue Sturtevant Jimmy Staples Ira Gotte and Kenneth Poole.
Bath Junior Legion clinched a spot in the 1950 State Championship at Kelley Field by defeating Rumford 9-2. Lefty Wayne Brown pitched a one hitter with 14 strikeouts as Bath rapped 12 hits, with Munsey, Philbrick and Stover driving in key runs and Black narrowly missing a grand slam.
Two base hits by Henrikson and Munsey led Rumford in a game noted for three base hits by Munsey and Henrikson. Team baserunning included Black Munsey Johnson stealing, with double plays turned by McKenna to Fraser and Santa to R. Orino. Walks favored Brown and McKenna. Brown hit a batter, and Brown fanned 14 while McKenna struck out 6. Wild pitches attributed to McKenna and Brown. Umpires Brewer and Turgeon.
At Kelley field last evening dust hampered play and attendance. The Junior Legion officials requested help, and within an hour Bath Fire Department and Cemetery Department sprayed nearly 1000 gallons of water, easing conditions though more time was not available.
Hollywood style beauty contest set for Boothbay’s Hayes Casino Wednesday night. A ballroom film studio will capture ten contestants during the dance and a later showing will reveal the winner who advances to a Vacationland queen challenge with three other state winners. Prizes include an all expense trip to Hollywood and more. A camera crew, make up expert, and WPOR Radio Maine co sponsorship accompany the event with Joe Avery orchestra providing music. More visitors from Damariscotta and Montreal noted.
Mr and Mrs Robert L Gan non of Derry New Hampshire announce the birth of their daughter Linda Anne on July 31 Mr Gannon is a former Bath resident.
Local notes record changes in Viking cruise departures returning to the Eastern Steamship boat wharf beside the old sail loft building. Front Street gains fresh paint on Stewart's Philco store and Greenblatt's wallpaper shop as nearby shops brighten with sun yellow and green. Reports mention cigarette price hikes in Maine, cement shipment rerouted to Bath, and numerous summer fashion notes on bold Betsy Ross style skirts. Weekend parades feature loud trucks from Scarborough Downs, Salvation Army, and a Brunswick church festival, while road crews tar additional streets including Winneganee Bridge approaches.
A large crowd attended the closing exercises of the Vacation Bible School at Corliss Street Church. Ninety minus eight pupils enrolled with sixty six average attendance. fifty three earned certificates for faithful attendance. Teachers included Edith Norton, Victor Lonn, Rev. Anderson, and six staff adults with older youth as helpers.
An exhibit of hand hooked Fuss rugs by Mrs. Dora Collins will be held on the lawn of Hope Farm Inn Mere Point Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The public is invited. Ice cream and sandwiches will be available.
A Bath release from Postmaster Ed ward N Hartnett touts excellent Bath mail facilities. Weekday evenings a Bath messenger ships mail to Bath-Brunswick Airport arriving at 6 35 p m and reaching Boston by 7 35 p m. Air mail delivers to major cities by late night and to distant countries within 24 to 48 hours, with low costs, extending to Parcel Post.
Miss Lelia Sirois daughter of Mr and Mrs Eugene Sirois of 247 Waterstreet has been awarded a scholarship by the Assumption Society enabling her to complete her studies at a college of her choice.
Dr. Francis A. Winchenbach captured the Bath Country Club resident's Cup by overcoming Russell Tut Young five and three in hole finals. Play was match handicap. Maurice Puffer entered as defending champion.
Miss Edna Oliver of Woolwich resumes duties as bookkeeper at Markson Bros after completing her annual vacation.
Winners from City playgrounds in multiple age groups were Charles King 6-8 from Huse school Richard Moody 9-11 from South Street and Patty Robinson 11-14 from Dike school. Runner ups and alternates include Betty Boulay Albert Douglas Lucy Davidson Bobby Brewer George Tardiff Peggy Rogers Eugene Piper Karen Harmon Jimmy Robinson and Patty Robinson with close scores noted.
A Y M C A Promotion committee met to send 12 boys to the State Y M C A Camp at Winthrop for a week at summer’s end. Committee members will contact clubs to raise funds and donations to support the Camp Fund.
Firefighters answered box 132 at High and Getchell streets Friday morning and extinguished a wooded fire in about an hour. Over 1,600 feet of 2 1 2 inch hose were used and the fire remained confined to a half acre. Mr and Mrs Kenneth Howard and daughter Anna of Bangor visited Five Islands Summer home.
A 23 year old Bathman charged with manslaughter was bound over for Grand Jury action by Judge Gardiner R ringing at Municipal court. Ralph G. Stetson Jr 28 of Bath allegedly operated a 1950 Ford coupe that struck and killed Harold B Babine 27 a Bath merchant seaman on Washington street July 5. Stetson pleaded innocent and waived reading through attorney Edward W Bridgham. He is held to answer with $5 000 bail for October term.
Bath Maine police halted a juvenile alleged to frighten people in Sewall’s woods area. A 15 year old was taken into custody with Army equipment including ammunition and firearms and released to parents for psychiatric treatment. The Bath Scout Council praised the department for prompt calm handling of Pine Haven Day Camp fears.
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