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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1948
Page
3
Local residents and visitors share summer hospitality across Bath. Families from York City Boston and Somerville arrive for cottage stays and shore visits. News covers gatherings at Green Point Boothbay Harbor Popham Beach and various households on Middle Street Chestnut Street and Boothbay area.
Mr and Mrs Frederick Grif and their two children Barbara and Erick Jr of Manchester New Hampshire are guests of Mrs Grif fin s parents Mr and Mrs Sa Dickson of Washington Street during the visit.
Mr. and Mrs. William G Anglim of Brockton Massachusetts returned home after a several day visit with Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Peterson of the old Brunswick road. Anglim and Peterson are former business associates.
Dillion Toole and his daughter Louise returned to their Scarsdale home after several days with Louise's parents Mr. and Mrs. James A. Gillies in Scarsdale New York.
Mr and Mrs Rexford Stover of 212 Middle Street announce the birth of their grandson to their son Mr and Mrs Austin Stover of Memphis Tennessee. Durene Carol weighs seven pounds born in July. Mother Patricia Bates Duren of Richmond worked in the Bath Works office during World War II.
Ernest Curtis and son Scott visit Salem, calling on many old friends near Washington street. Pfc. Arthur C. Cook receives corporal promotion and heads to Camp Kilmer for overseas duty after 15 days leave at Bath home. previously in Robins AFB radio maintenance. Jane Trott of Shawmut National Bank Boston arrives for 10 days' vacation with parents Milton and Mrs. Trott.
Mrs Olive Spinney Bowker recently arrived from the West coast and is staying with her cousin Mrs John Jacy at Popham Bath. She is the daughter of Sgt Chester Clark a Civil War veteran who once owned the Ethier property on Syon Gilbert. Bowker enjoyed her visit and plans to return soon.
Rev and Mrs Culbert of South Casco and Mr John McGay of New York City attended a luncheon for Miss Mary F Gibbons. Mr and Mrs Walter J Anliker recently visited at the Scott home, formerly Marge Scott before marriage.
Dr and Mrs C L Luce and daughter Elaine Mathias visited Mrs Frank Kilkenny at 71 Denny Road on Thursday.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Henry Marsh of Lambert Park announce the birth of a son at Memorial Hospital. The baby weighed seven pounds 12 ounces and is named John Henry Marsh. Mrs. Marsh is the former Madelyn Robson.
The wedding at 104 Academy Street featured the mother of the bride in a pink silk gown with navy accessories. Evelyn Panind and Lydia Folkaing attended the ceremony, with Mrs. James EB McLaughlin supervising guest seating and Miss Regina Ba serving punch. Mrs. Babine, Arlington High School graduate, will be at home 2107 High.
West Bath Grange met Monday with about 100 present. Lucy Armstrong led the program featuring music, a quiz, a comedy sketch, tap dance, and a closing thought. Plans for a forthcoming event on Sept 16 and 17 were announced.
The article notes substitute post positions within the delivery area with pay at $1.29 per hour. Raises occur with length of service while regular vacancies are filled by seniority. Interested applicants should obtain the announcement from the Civil Service board and report to examiners at the specified time and place.
Mr and Mrs Franklin Morse with daughter Loretta and son Stanley of Valley Road are spending a vacation at Eastport. Mr and Mrs Boyden visit Camp Bello while Jopecti Gaugh’s sister and Mr and Mrs. Gaugh are noted in the交流.
The Women's Tournament at the Maine club features a 72 hole medal play with many out of state golfers entered. Notables include Adams Purpo Dock Cla Hey Adams River side Ernie Ni Portland and Jimmy Jones among others. Finalists Buck and Brownell to meet in the Cup finals this week as locals and guests gather for a large field and weekend schedules.
Mrs Blaine Beale of New York visits Small Point Beach at the Manley cottage as a guest of Mrs Chase Mellen and family. Harriet Blaine of Augusta is noted as daughter of Ben James G Blaine. The Beales hosted sisters and relatives during the stay.
Incomplete OCR fragment notes Mrs Ralph Cornish of I g pana and Brereit C Corn as patient at the General Ri. Details unclear due to text damage.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous individuals and families including Mr and Mrs Harlan L, Mr and Mrs Percy Can ham, Edna Canhem, Miss Joan Haskell, Mrs Edward Penley, Miss June a, and Miss Gail Whitehouse among others, with no clear event or context. The text reads as a visitor or guest roster with multiple married names and initials.
A Bath Maine school note from June 17 1948 thanks pupils at Center Street School for a gift. The Miss Avis Field Director writes the children expressed gratitude for the thoughtful present and its value to the class.
Arthur Tainter was surprised at home on Floral Avenue by family and friends who gathered in the living room after he returned from the daily paper. A pretty iced birthday cake and refreshments were served to Mr. Tainter, his wife, and daughter Trudi Alena.
The piece discusses a notable automobile owned by 36 year old Janus, president of a New York import firm. The car features a crank adjustable roof, four rear mirrors, a richly equipped dashboard, and a speedometer reading about 6 000 miles. Janus, a former U S chief of intelligence, studied at Harvard and Harvard College, and calls the car a symbol tied to a controversial claim about Hitler.
A brief municipal court item notes a single cost intoxication case involving an individual named Ard Myers. Details are sparse due to OCR gaps but the entry confirms court activity. Further information could clarify charges and outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to mention individuals and a place but lacks coherent facts, dates, or events to summarize into a complete news item.
The article outlines enlistment terms for women in the U S Army including 3, 4, 5, and 6 year options. It notes eligibility considerations for prior military service and the WAC certificate path, and mentions limitations on where women can be stationed and how enlistment is borne by the applicant.
A Bath native with a history of serving as chief boatswain remains connected to a Bath-built craft. He and associates, including Mrs Rewal and Mr and Mrs Henry, recently moved toward Alaska ventures after years with the Baa Works. Their experiences span wartime service and a shift toward westward ambitions and sales interests.
A crowd at Boothbay Fisherman's Fair witnessed a man cause a commotion by urinating on six tires in view of children. The event drew laughter and concern as bystanders tried to restore order and preserve appearances.
A fragment describes a mountain camp with many people, birds, a cold river, and a low water level. Meals were outdoors at the campfire, evenings featured storytelling and singing, and everyone enjoyed the gathering while looking forward to next year.
In Woolwich, two drivers faced municipal court actions. Charles P. Geongs Town pleaded guilty to a motor offense and received a fine, costs, and probation. Percy Lang was sentenced to jail with six months probation after a malicious act charge.
Mrs Zylpha H Richardson of 452 Washington Street announces engagement of her peer Mary Este Robert Groden Baker of A Corps to son of Mr and Mrs Warren Richardson of Nequasset Road Wool Miss Richardson a Canhigg of C Warren Richardson graduates Morse School 1947 and has been at W T Grant store. Private Baker graduates Morse High School and engineers' school Fort Belvoir July 16 this year. He is stationed at Bolling Air Force Base Washington. No date set for ceremony.
A seven year old, Allen Warner, broke a milk bottle and cut his right index finger. He was taken by car to Memorial Hospital where Dr. I. Smith was contacted to treat the injury.
Capt and Mrs William R Procene and daughter Priscil arrived for a visit with Mrs ene mother Mrs Frederick D on High street Morning Point. They will remain with Mrs until her parents return Friday prior to leaving for Westfield.
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