Snow Strands Bath Roads After Freezing Night
A first heavy snowfall created hazardous travel on Bath streets with icy highways. Police logged three auto accidents none serious with minor injuries. At 6 05 a.m. Raymond Hatch and Howard Barter collided at Washington and Linden, damage $100 and $75. At 8 a.m. Scott Maxon failed to stop at Webber and High, hitting Henry Totman with about $100 damage to Totman and $50 to Maxon. A northbound Snell and a Taylor residence vehicle were also involved on Washington street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath
Raymond C. Hatch
Howard B. Barter
Washington and Linden
Washington Street
Hatch
Webber Avenue
Scott W. Maxon
Avenue
High Street
Maxon
Henry F. Totman
Totman
Xon
Winfield S. Snell
Washington _ street
Charles Taylor
Bath Post Editor Delivers Second Class Postal Update
Local postal office announces changes to Bath circulation and class designation for second class mail. Officials state delivery schedules remain unchanged while processing streams adjust to new postage guidelines.
Christmas party plans for hes-an-be club noted
Members gathered for a holiday wrap gift exchange and refreshments after a session. Attendees included Mrs Clyde Baker Edward Blake Mrs Guy Cromwell Mrs Frank Sparks Mrs Claude Beals Mrs Margaret Maass Mrs Anthony Mrs Millard Hanon Mrs Hollis Leeman Mrs William Robson Mrs Adam Galuza Mrs Everson Stinson Mrs Henry A Seeger Mrs Reginald Stacy and Miss Virginia Baker. The group will mark holidays with a New Year tree on Jan 7 at William Fogg’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Baker
Edward Blake
Guy Cromwell
Frank Sparks
Claude Beals
Margaret Maass
Anthony
Millard Hanon
Hollis Leeman
William Robson
Adam Galuza
Everson Stinson
Henry A. Seeger
Reginald Stacy
Virginia Baker
S. William Fogg
Community news brief from Woolwich and neighboring clubs
A church election and services at Woolwich Chapel are announced with a Sunday school at 10 a m and a 1 pm sermon by Dr C E Bousfield on Christianity in relation to unity followed bySacrifice Sunday services. Local clubs Union Bridge Mothers and Others hold meetings with hostesses and plans for a Christmas tree gift. Farm Bureau and fishing club gatherings noted. items about Leonard Maloon and Norman appear.
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Alton
C’elechs
Woolwich
C. E. Bousfield
Union Bridge Mothers’ Club
Alvin Hathorne
They
The Story Ever Told Series Promotes Peace and Understanding
The article praises the Greatest Story Ever Told series for its simple Christlike teachings and plea for broader tolerance. It highlights a sponsor seeking lasting peace through human betterment and argues the work offers a universal message for all creeds and lands.
Our Poor Old Ships and the Need to Rebuild U S Merchant Fleet
The piece laments the decline of American shipping since 1492 and World War I. It argues for restoring ships to key cargo and passenger roles to retain a strong presence on the high seas before other nations seize the business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
America
England
Germany
Pan America
High Seas
Murder case warns motorists after Dow Air Force youths linked
Browne of Wiscasset is killed after two Dow Air Force enlistees hitchhiked into his car and murdered him. Police say the incident serves as a warning to drivers not to invite strangers to ride. The story notes caution about accepting rides and mentions a city rule against all night parking.
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Browne
Wiscasset
Fer
Air Force
Dow
Rene Browne
Snow removal and parking safety notice
The article warns that snow removal forces use thoroughfares and may hinder fire trucks. It urges motorists to park outdoors away from streets at night and accept responsibility if their car is towed at their expense. Blame is placed on the individual, not city services.
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Moriarty
Pearl Harbor Day Observed at Central Church
Central Church held a Pearl Harbor Day service with strong attendance from church members and veterans. In the afternoon the junior choir and Pilgrim Fellowship joined the minister to a Pine Tree service for Crippled Children at 5 30.
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Pearl Harbor Day
Central Church
Pilgrim Fellowship
Pine Tree
Two Cases Heard in Municipal Court
Judge Gardiner R. Deering presided over two municipal court matters. Frank H. Johnson pleaded guilty to operating a tractor while intoxicated on Route 1 in West Bath, fined $100 plus $12.50 costs. State Trooper Frank W. Powers testified. Henry W. Carter of Bath pleaded not guilty to a charge of sodomy on a minor. The judge ordered Carter to recognize with sureties $3,000 for January Sagadahoc Superior Court or be jailed in Kennebec County until then. County Attorney Ralph Dale prosecuted for the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardiner R. Deering
Mofday
Frank H. Johnson
West Bath
Frank W. Powers
Henry W. Carter
Bath
Frank L
Morse High Grad Wins Honors Again
Pittsfield reports Morse High graduate Knute Holmson of 110 Dummer Street Bath earned high honors from Maine Central Institute for the second time. Holmson, class of 1947, maintained at least 90 percent in two subjects and no less than 80 in others. He helped MCI’s varsity football team win the state prep championship and plays on the basketball squad under Coach Paul Legge.
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Pittsfield
Morse High
MCI
Howard Niblock
Knute Holmson
Dummer Street
Bath
Holmson
Rubber exchange marks successful PTA event
North Center PTA held a rubber exchange last week with strong participation. Organizers hope to scale up next year so no child is turned away. Helpers included Mrs. Hollis Gary and Mrs. Ralph Warren with Mrs. Donald Perry and Mrs. Neili Halkyard assisting.
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North Center
Ralph Warren
Hollis Gary
Donald Perry
Neil iHalkyard
Wesley Harrington Pleads Not Guilty in Court Case
Wesley Harrington of Phippsburg pleaded not guilty in municipal court to operating under the influence. He was found guilty and fined 100 dollars plus 16.18 dollars costs. A second count for driving without a license was filed as guilty and placed on file. Deputy Edward W. Bridgham described the case, with Officer Charles Pelletier as the complainant.
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Wesley Harrington
Phippsburg
Gardiner R. Deering
Har- Sony
Edward W. Bridgham
Charles Pelletier
Reasons Behind Hospital Deficit Figures At Mass General
Continued discussion on financial shortfalls lists wage increases and cost rises at Massachusetts General Hospital. Payrolls climbed about 40 percent while food costs grew 43 percent meats 33.3 percent and pharmaceuticals 38.9 percent, contributing to the annual deficit.
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Mass
Arcade Bowling Alley Opens Sunday Benefit for Memorial Hospital
Arcade Bowling Alleys will be open Sunday from noon until 11 PM. Proceeds from bowling will be donated to Memorial Hospital as announced by Danny Poulos. Pinboys will donate their pay for the day to aid the hospital.
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Bowers
Memorial ‘Hospital
Danny Poulos
Propeller Club Set to Host Essay Contest
The Propeller club will conduct another essay contest this year on What the American Merchant Marine Means to Me. Gracechurch Woman's auxiliary members attended a regional diocesan meeting in Wiscasset and packed gifts for 475 rural children served by the Episcopal church through summer religious work and church school by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Propeller Club
Gracechurch Woman’s Auxiliary
Wiscasset
Episcopal Church
Portland
Grace Church
Arthur Sewall II
Ralph G. Stetson
John K. Lee
Charles M. Tubbs
Sagadahoc Mothers Club Meets Thursday
Sagadahoc Mothers club meets Thursday evening at Sanford Brown’s home with many members present. Bertram Crocker was a incoming member and will bring a wrapped gift for the fair booth. A social hour followed with refreshments served by hostesses. Members listed include Mrs. James Mallett, Mrs. William Misse, John Robbins, Lyn Baker, Mrs. Elbridge R. Rice, Mrs. Ina Hunnewell, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sagadahoc Mothers Club
Sanford Brown
Bertram Crocker
P. T. Ee
James Mallett
Williamee Misse
John Robbins
Lyn Baker
Elbridge R. Rice
Inal Hunnewell
Vera
Auxiliary meeting at Nequasset Home highlights plans
The Nequasset Home Auxiliary gathered with president Mrs. Henry Bar for a noon meeting. They discussed the annual Christmas baskets to be filled on December 17 and social sewing of items with attendees including Mrs. Guy Cromwell Frank Cummings Mrs. Margaret Lema Mrs. Chester Leeman and others.
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Mat Danaea
Henry Bar
Blake
Ter Jean
Guy Cromwell
Frank Cummings
Margaret Lema
Chester Leeman
Jey Bailey
Herbert Leeman
Nee Co
Mock orange leaves used in Elizabethan salads
Tender leaves of the mock orange plant were said to taste cucumber like and were once used in salads during Elizabethan days.
Local Social Notes Include Guests and Hunting Trips
The item lists residents and visitors from Dresden and Sagadahoc visiting area families. References to Veterans' Mg, Eben Dana, Mrs Feather hieena, Ralph ee, and a 260-pound Leonard Maloon point to a social column noting guests and travels amid recent hunting trips and winter relocations.
Unclear fragment outlines a historical note
A damaged OCR fragment mentions individuals with unfamiliar names and disjoint terms, referencing a week of activity associated with a location and people. The readable content hints at a historical notice or social event but provides no clear dates or outcomes.
Unclear Fragment Hints Return to Orond and Names
Fragmentary item mentions Mr Larrabee returning to Orond and individuals Lieut Girard Nelson and Louis Nelson, with garbled identifiers. No clear event, date, or full roles available for a complete summary.
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Mr. Larrabee
Orond
Girard Nelson
Louis Nelson
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Leonard Maloon
Norman
Prace
Earth
Morse High Grad
The
Phoenix
Sagadahoc
Nequasset Home
Henry Duber
Fermi
Gardiner
Herricane
Colmes
Deena
Cosco - T. Kitchen
Zenith
Waffle
Parker
Toy Department
Nee Hae
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