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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1948
Page
1
The piece argues the American merchant fleet has declined with over 1 000 ships sold abroad and 1 700 laid up in reserve. It calls for direct steamship services on 30 key routes, a robust privately operated fleet to provide seamen, and a modern fleet as a national security asset, countering foreign competition and low costs.
Analysis discusses a future for commerce and U S rail freight in the Uruada nion Pacific framework. It argues for an efficient low cost transportation system with each mode operating in its most economical field and less waste. Suggests Congress may overhaul obsolete laws to harmonize airlines highways and rail.
Report outlines debate over the Taft-Hartley Act amid pressure in Congress. Details are unclear as text appears fragmented, but discussions center on veto risks and two thirds vote implications.
Courts with beneficial results in bringing workers and employers together. The report highlights constructive mediation and cooperative agreements fostering labor peace and productive settlements.
A Bath couple marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a party at the Herbert Douglas home on Beacon Street. Mr. Douglas, born in Bath, served 32 years as a postal employee and held various civic roles. Mrs. Douglas has long supported community work. Out of town relatives attended the gathering, with plans noted for future celebration.
Bowdoin College provided large quantities of cakes and cookies from its Midsummer Open House for more than 1,000 attendees. The leftovers were shipped to Hyde Memorial Home of the Pine Tree Society for Crippled Children, where children enjoyed the baked goods.
The Men’s Collegian group will present three free plays this winter with a membership ticket plan. Catharine Legard notes the season will open in September with Ed ward Butterfield as business manager and Haskell as stage manager. Committee members include Mildred Trott Jed F Colby and Claire Grainger.
In Boston municipal court Judge Gardiner R. Deer ing found no probable cause in the State vs Charles H Wrin tied to two warrants alleging manslaughter in the deaths of Mrs Wanetta Spielman and her son John from a Richmond two car crash on August 13 State Troopers Whalen and Milligan testified while defense lawyers Pinansky Rubin and Winn argued the motion County Attorney Dale prosecuted for the State
A still alarm reported Saturday night around 10 30 for a fire in an automobile owned by Elmer Hilton of Sebasco. Mr and Mrs Hilton were driving from Bath when flames erupted under the hood near the Phoenix Hotel. The fire, likely from a short circuit, damaged wiring but caused no other damage. the car was towed to a local garage by Engine Four after the blaze was extinguished.
Sunday sailboat racing at New Meadows produced class results with Shardie Drake Birch Point winning First Class and Bozo Wold Brigham's Cove leading Second Class. In Third Class Sandy Jo Strout Birch Point topped a field including Chunky Ambrose Shady Lady Haynes and Almena Morse. A large motor launch Viking carried many on its morning trip to Boothbay Harbor amid excellent weather drawing crowds from City Landing to sail.
Hartsgrove won the night with 46 ringers out of 100, edging Eddie Stilphen who had 42 and Steve Crosby with 40. George Comeau and Crosby also placed, as clubs anticipate Bruns wick team table leadership.
Paul R. Levesque arrives as the new Bath Grant store manager. He plans to buy a home here and has six children. William A. Fogler, Maine born, president of the Grant chain, hails from Bangor and Maine Alumni links. New Bangor store and Bath additions will make the chain large between Portland and Bangor. Portland store adds an escalator for patrons.
The Virginia, built by Luders Marine Construction in Stamford, is a 1200 mile range cruiser with 10 knot cruising speed and 13 knot top speed. From Fort Lauderdale, Capt Samuel B Case commands the vessel with Mrs Case as stewardess and Arnold Findley as chef. Crewed by three, the ship features welded steel hull mahogany interiors, cedar decks, teak aft, a two wheat stalk prow carving, and a 1600 gallon fuel capacity plus 40 ton water reserve.
Napa assistant attorney general reports ongoing case continuances while a final report is prepared. One intoxication case yielded a five dollar fine and court costs of five dollars and fifteen cents or thirty days in jail. Charles H. Winn of Boston faced arraignment in Bath on August twenty fifth after posting two thousand dollar bond for manslaughter tied to a Richmond accident that killed Mrs. Wanetta Spielman and her four year old son John of Storrs Connecticut. Winn, a hospital patient, was in State Police custody for Bath court proceedings.
Three cases were heard in Thursday's Municipal Court before Judge Gardiner R Deer and William L Savage of Bath. Savage pled guilty to assault and battery on a minor and was sentenced to six months plus costs 16 with 30 days more if unpaid. sentence suspended on costs and one year probation under probation officer Karcher Jackson. Marion H Hatch of Bath pled guilty to reckless driving and was fined 25 with 4.70 costs. license suspended for ten days and forwarded to the Secretary of State. Another respondent pled guilty and was fined 5 and costs 5.15 or 15 days jail for the offense on Denny road.
Readout of 1950s picnic events with first and second place finishes in multiple races. Douglas Champion leads boys 15 and over 100 yard dash. Girls 11 to 14 win three leg races, Patty Mains tops girls overall. Roger Ketchum and Raymond Witham win boys 14 and over three leg. Donald Harrison takes quarter mile. Mud hole tug of war crowned by Alexander, Champion, Harrison, Car michael, Kingsbury. Awards presented to Red McMann and recreation staff.
The engagement of Jane Fossett daughter of Mr and Mrs Fossett to Donald Spear of Belfast is announced. Miss Fossett of Bath resided there three years and now works at the Belfast Journal office. Mr Spear is employed by the New England Telephone and Telegraph Co. No wedding date is set.
The fragment mentions Mr and Mrs and a Granite Street location with a one week period and Hyde as a point of reference. It implies a family vacation in a small town setting, but details are unclear and names are incomplete.
The speakers criticized the Democratic administration for high costs and rising prices. They argued wasteful spending and an export program that sends more grain than needed, keeping grain prices and meat costs high. The talk emphasized Maine’s economic development and recreational facility expansion.
In eastern Maine the blueberry crop draws many pickers from Ellsworth to Calais. The Barrens north of Cherryfield and Harrington attract visitors as land turns blue with berries. Pickers use hand rakes, earn 15 to 20 dollars per day per quart, and canning factories hire college students as the season peaks.
The Bath Lodge of Elks held its annual clambake at Head Beach Small Point and praised the organizing committee led by Brian M. Jewett Donald Burchardt John Hart Ernest Kingsbury Frank Reinoehl Gner Rogers Thornton Henderson John Bourque Paul McCole Thebeau Ronald Bean Harold Bogart Lawrence Boardman Joseph Mullaney Maurice Glidden. A softball game saw Hart captains team defeat Sarkis 21 0.
A birthday party was held Sunday evening at Betty 3 Mariins's home in Cooks Corner for Mrs Mabel Millett of Western Avenue. Fifty two guests from Bath Winnegance Brunswick South Port Topsham attended after a bus outing from Old Orchard. The event featured a birthday cake, supper, and assorted gifts with several helpers assisting with icing and decorations.
Fragmentary notes describe a February sale event with mentions of meeting times and several individuals including Mrs. Harry and Mrs. Leavitt. The text references Rich's and Gurney locations and various attendees, with scattered hints of refreshments.
Report notes various committees performed well during the meeting. Key figures include Mire Warren F Hawley on the registration committee, with others such as Girt Specte Ana, Marks, Troop, Jean Cartes, Troop 5, Caro Pp, Joan Saffo, Patricia Robinson, Audrey Hogan, Margare Hanson, and Troop 1.
Fragmentary notes indicate an addition to a courthouse in the Province of Maine with references to 1760 and suffolk county like suffelle county in Massachusetts. The text mentions registry holdings and prior to 1760, with implied historical recording details.
The text describes a sparse, jumbled scene at a barn side with a table of hors d oeuvres and guests moving about. It mentions Miss and guests or residents at a resort, with rough notes on arrangement and proprieties, but details are incomplete.
Woolwich Grange met on Wednesday with Bath and Newport lodges present. The first and second degrees were conferred on a class of candidates by the regular degree team led by Deputy G Cleveland and Sgt Ron Dora Savina attended the evening.
The Day's Ferry Mothers Club held a cooking and cleaning fundraiser at Senter's, reporting a splendid profit from the sale. Attendees included Mrs. Doris Carter and Mrs. Ruth Munsey, with the next meeting set for September 2 at 7:80 PM with Mrs. Alton Munsey.
Puzzle page features a weekly crossword with clues such as Next in line to British throne and Russian legislature plus a daily cryptoquote AKYDLBAAKR and encoded text. Readers are invited to solve, reveal the tree of deepest root and find the least willing still quit tie ground.
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