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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1945
Page
2
Hudson Motor Car Company president A E Barit urges focus on both physical and psychological reconversion to peacetime production. He notes simple machine and plant changes exist, but widespread public and worker support is needed to sustain a peaceful economy and promote Back America.
Wartime express shipments included 397 carloads of cows in 1944 and 345 carloads in the first nine months of 1945. The Railway Express Agency handled ammunition, tank parts, guns, truck parts, and blood for the Red Cross in refrigerated containers, proving private enterprise aided victory.
Returning veterans and civilians seek suits as Washington frets over a massive wool surplus. The issue ties to wartime shifts after the German breakthrough in the famous bulge, impacting Army and civilian supply chains.
Wool mills halted most cloth for government use and June saw a slow trickle of orders. On V J Day all orders were cancelled and mills switched to civilian production. Demand for suits remains high as a million soldiers reentering service seek 1 to 3 garments each, with little relief expected before spring. Large raw wool stocks worry domestic producers seeking a disposal plan. Traffic czar Kingsbury directed early night shifts to reduce accidents on icy roads.
The Maine 4-H clubs of boys and girls set a remarkable record this year showing the value of youth work to communities and the State.
In Bath, a hit and run allegation involving a Se basco man was postponed as State’s main witness was absent. A sailor charged with intoxication was remanded to his commanding officer after advice from Judge Gardiner R. Deering. A woman faced the same charge and two men paid court costs totaling 19.85.
About 200 Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts from the Sagadahoc district will attend the Eagle Court of Honor at Morse High School auditorium Thursday at 7 30 p.m. Eagle badges will be presented to Dean Leavitt and William Barter by Israel Bernstein of Portland. The ceremony features past Pine Tree Council leaders, reserve seating, and Eagle Scouts assisting.
Mrs Maynard Dawson and her infant daughter Martha Mae have returned to 75 Lincoln Street from Memorial Hospital. Mrs Dawson was born Margaret Gallagher and her husband Corporal Maynard E Dawson serves with the Air Force Engineers in Japan.
Seaman John P. York serving at Ulithi Atoll with Standard Landing Craft unit 34 reports aid to fighting ships and base crews praised by Nimitz and Kessing. Others include EM1c Harry L. Cornish departing for San Diego, 1st Lt. William G. Gile posthumously awarded the Bronze Star, and memorial notes on Bath families connected to military service.
Lieut. Arthur Farris and Mrs. Farris leave for Long Beach California where he will serve after 20 day leave with Elm street and Newport relatives. Norman Chase USMC promoted to sergeant while overseas duties in North China are noted. Pfc Nimard Fifield US Army discharged at Fort Devens after 37 months service with five Bronze Stars and multiple theater ribbons, now at home with his mother on Milan street.
Howard D. Farr, recently back from overseas, will join Hyde Windlass Co and move his family from Greenwood, Mississippi to Brunswick. Miss Jean Danforth, after WAVES service ending October 24, returns to teach at Dike school and resumes aviation machinist's mate duties, with training at Hunter College and Memphis Center.
Corp Burton A Grant son of Verde Grant received honorable discharge after three years service, two overseas in Germany Italy France England Belgium. He returned home for Thanksgiving with his wife and daughter and resumes his post at Oliver A Carter Jr CMM USN. Mrs Carter arrived in Bath to spend leave with her parents in Tallman Street. He had 26 months overseas in the South Pacific and after a visit with Mrs Carter's parents in Shawnee Oklahoma will report to Boston Receiving Station January 23 for further assignment.
Pearl Harbor resident Arthur L Wing US Navy GM 3/c husband of Doris Wing Bath Maine is among 350 high point veterans returning aboard the USS Lucerta. The ship left Okinawa November 26 and heads for San Francisco expected December 1 to transfer personnel to separation centers for discharge processing.
On the USS California, Bath, Maine, gunner's mate Forrest Marriner Drake served as the ship arrived at Philadelphia Navy Yard for Pearl Harbor Day. The 42,000-ton battleship has traveled 101,191 miles since December 7, 1941, and took part in invasions of Saipan Guam Tinian Leyte Lingayen Gulf and Okinawa. It helped sink a Japanese battleship at Surigao Strait and shot down seven planes.
Local families report soldiers returning home from World War II service. Capt Packard and Janet visit in Macon while Mrs Annis and Ensign Marshall stay with Moody family in Lebanon. Sgt Farthing discharged at Ellington Field and returns to 206 Middle Street. Sgt Coombs promoted to Sergeant in the Army Airways Communications System, stationed in Iceland. T/Sgt Bragg leaves India for home, plans to cool off in snow, and Sgt Tourtillott enters Hyde Windlass Co. after discharge.
Lawrence E. Wold, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie J. Wold of Center street, recently in the Far East and on voyages to Europe, has reached Norfolk Virginia and hopes to return home for the Christmas holidays.
James E. Knight GM 1 c USN son of Mr and Mrs James Knight of Pleasant street is at home on a 30 day leave. At its expiration he will attend a School of Hydraulics in Washington DC.
Deputy Sheriff and Mrs Lor ing D Small learn their son Wilbert Small has been promoted in the armed forces in Italy. Sgt Joseph Swanton of the US A F at March Field California is on a 15 day furlough with his parents Mr and Mrs Carl B Swanton in Bedford street. His brother C Bartlett Swanton with the US Marine Corps is stationed in Korea.
George and Mrs. Bina Staples plan to join Lieut. Lawrence on leave after traveling from Willow Street to Boston then San Francisco. Lawrence, with 19 years in the U S Navy, survived Pearl Harbor aboard the Oklahoma and recently moved to a newer transport. Capt. Fred O. Hayward Jr., a five year veteran with Pacific service and Luzon duty, arrives for 91 days leave with his parents and expects discharge around March 9. Morse High School ’39 graduate formerly worked for Hyde Windlass Co.
Pvt Edward Cogan son of Mr and Mrs David Cogan of High street left Vancouver Washington a week ago for overseas. He requests mail from friends and provides address 11123404 S A 4 APO 19786 A care of any Postmaster San Francisco California for delivery.
John Gilmore of Mechanic Street has arrived at Fort Devens Mass from overseas duty in the European theatre and is expected to return home soon. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Gilmore.
Cemetery ponds at the entrance are used for skating despite signs asking skaters to stop. Cemetery officials and visitors urge parents to remind youths that the ponds are not proper skating spots and to cooperate in shutting down the activity.
Bath Aerie of Eagles held a Tuesday night initiation for five new members. Attendees included Michael Durgin 80 a 40 year member with life membership and Everett Quimby 21 years. New initiates were Joseph D Landry Raymond J Lozier Joseph P Gillo Jr Stanley F Cothran and Rodney S Upham. Next meeting January 8 will be Old Timers Night with a buffet lunch and a prize of 41 dollars 40 cents.
The article notes the use of aluminium bronze powder to impregnate rain coats, a treatment aimed at improving water resistance and durability. It discusses potential benefits and historical context of surface coatings in textile protection.
Local price representatives surveyed 69 of 84 restaurants for October price violations. 50 of those are now fully compliant. No violations found among 28 fuel and range oil dealers. November audits covered 203 food stores with 160 in full compliance. 37 stores exceeded ceiling prices. Four cases dismissed. one dealer refunded $2.40. December surveys planned. Bath Bath-Brunswick and Lincoln county offices listed with contacts.
City marshal records show police on duty by 3 30 PM Thursday as freezing rain made highways slick. Carlton Bridge became slippery, challenging trucks and cars until sand was spread to restore traction and ease crossings.
Local notes say Tuesday brought the season's coldest start with thermometers at zero to eight above. Veterans gifts for Togus may be left at Rogers' hardware store, containing candy, cigarettes and games only. No food, razor blades, or mirrors accepted.
A combined page item lists a wide set of crossword clues across and down with answers and a Cryptoquote puzzle. The section includes a quotation, LOVE EXTINGUISHED, HEAVEN AND EARTH MUST FAIL JONES, distributed by King Features Syndicate.
The Allegro Senior Girl Scout Troop sponsors a tea Thursday from 4 to 6 at Mrs John Parker’s Summer Street home to raise money for service uniforms for all troop members. Committee chairs include Selma Cummings for program Gloria Rogers for tickets Marjorie Rogers. Miss Ruth Williams sings and Miss Joan Shaw accompanies on piano. parents and friends are invited.
Moody Flint returns from armed service and is appointed principal of Central Grammar School, taking the post after Christmas. He will also serve as principal of North Grammar and oversee the upper grade boys athletic program. seventh grade enrollments are the smallest among elementary levels.
Joseph Vaillancourt Jr son of Mr and Mrs Jose Vaillancourt celebrates his second birthday Sunday at his grandparents home Mr and Mrs Lowell Staples Middle Street. Christmas style decorations and many gifts from friends noted. Guests included Stephen Middleton Phyllis Anna Rita Yvette Jeannette Cyr Joan Smart Ora Fournier Jeannette Morin.
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