Camp and Auxiliary Install Officers Ceremony
The article describes an installation event for the Camp and Auxiliary officers in the city. Bertha Witham, Department President, presided and presented the president with a gift. Officers including Parker, Bea Grace, Simpson, Swain, Wil son, and MacIntire were named and installed or announced for installation at the next meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sebah Caine
Iling Ofvence
T. Parker, Sr
Beatrice Grace
Witham
Jennie Miller
T. W. Hyde Camp
Beatrice Burns
Denthoogie
Swain
Velma Crocker
Lillian Adams
Melvin Asa
Pruner
Jesse Wilson
Department
Bertha Witham
Barker
Bea Burns
Mr Simpson
MacIntire
Baker
Farm Bureau February meetings list and schedule
February schedule for Maine Farm Bureau activities lists topics on remodeling homes table service and book reviews with meetings led by local organizers. Four late February sessions led by Peryl Barton aim to train foods leaders on Meal for All in Lewiston Livermore Mechanic Falls and another town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secreary Pwie Poemilar
Maine
Food Forum
Red Cross
Peryl Barton
Lewiston
Livermore
Mechanic Falls
Topsham
West Bath
Red
Boy Hit by Truck Injures Minor on Washington Street
Louis H. Stone Jr. six of 165 Middle Street, a Weeks Street School pupil, escaped serious harm after stepping from a bus and car entering Washington Street near Weeks. Driver Lawrence Kelly of Gardiner was absolved of blame. The vehicle belonged to Armour Company of Gardiner. Boy taken to Memorial Hospital by Bernice Jordan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis H. Stone, Jr
Middle Street
Weeks Street
Ashington Street
Weeks
Lawrence Kelly
Gardiner
Washington Street
Kelly
Memorial Hospital
Bernice Jordan
Bath and Kelly
The
Armour Company of
Musiceaux Club Hosts Varied Program With Singers and Pianos
Les Camarades Musiceaux held a regular meeting with Mrs. Rice directing. Guests included Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Ramsay, Mrs. Hill, and others. The program featured solos, duets, trios, a chorus, and selections from Cadman, Verdi, Tosti, and Rossini with piano accompaniment throughout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Musiceaux
Robert Hatch
Sis
Rice
Watson
Me Shesler
Rose Thelma
Albee
Co McKay
Hatch
Hill
Mrs. Rice
Shesler
Mr. Ramsay
Miss Melcher
Terry
Mrs. Watson
Soreo
Cadman
Mrs. Albee
E. B. Smith
Dags’ Immortali Vertici
Attila” Verdi
Aprile Tosti
Mrs. Sheiler
Mrs. Mul
Passage Bird’s
Hildach
Sturtevant
Mrs. Shesler
Cenerentola
Rossini
Eleanor R Gallagher Celebrates First Birthday Party
Little Eleanor Ruth Gallagher daughter of Mr and Mrs John Gallagher Jr marks her first birthday with family friends and mothers present The party included photos pink blue and white decorations cake icing colors and a white leather bound Bible gift from her aunt Mrs Robert Gallagher Families and several relatives attended including two grandmothers and multiple aunts and cousins
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Ruth Gallagher
John Gallagher, Jr
Meadowway
Eleanor Ruth
Robert Gallagher
Madelyn Leonard
Bonnie Lou
Topsham
Cynthia Dauphin
Harold
Dorothy Vaillancourt
Joseph, Jr
Martha Middleton
Stephen
Mary Ambrose
Judith
Paul
Eunice Pantani
Bruce
Louise Arsenault
Richard
Margaret Dawson
Martha Mae
Elaine Sinclair
Ruth Gallagher
Eleanor Howard
Bath Lions Club Ladies Night Set At Hotel Sedgwick
The Bath Lions Club reports strong advance ticket sales for its Ladies Night program at Hotel Sedgwick. At the meeting three new members Edward F. Edgren Harold Charron and Leslie Shumway were initiated. Guest Everett Johnson of the Bath Community Center and entertainers William McNamara Stephen O'Donnel performed with Al Drouin at the piano.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath Lions Club
Sedgwick
Lions
Edward F. Edgren
Harold Charron
Leslie Shumway
William McNamara
Stephen O’donnel
Everett Johnson
Bath Community Center
al Drouin
Highway and Motor Transport Serves Vast US Towns
The article notes that about 54 000 towns and villages in the United States rely solely on highway and motor transport for access and services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Health officer warns collectors of debris in city streets
City Health Officer Chester H. McCabe suspended Robert McIntire's license on February 2 and warned it would be revoked unless he repaints his truck within 10 days. Aldermen demand strict adherence to disposal rules as new North Bath center opens, with penalties for ongoing littering and strict enforcement of ordinances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pes Board of Alder
1 Eth Cat
Chester H. McCabe
Robert McIntire
McIntire
McCabe
North Bath
Sojourners Night Observed by Genesta Chapter
Genesta OES held Sojourners Night with newly installed officers presiding. Mrs. Doris Pride welcomed members as carnations adorned the chapter room. Officers rehearsed Friday at 7 30 at the Temple. Lawrence Crocker showed technicolor Moosehead Sebago Lake scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genesta Chapter
O.E.S
Doris Pride
Lawrence Crocker
Moosehead Lake
Sebago Lake
Crocker
Bath Iron Works
Eleanor Danforth
Florence Maass
Rachel Fortin
Harold Cutting
Earl Pride
Charles Nelson
Pre nuptial shower for Barbara Allard in Bath Maine
Miss Barbara Allard attended a pre nuptial surprise shower at the Bath Community Center in the upstairs rooms. The event honored her upcoming marriage to U S Sergeant Allan Johnson. The pink and green Maypole themed party featured flash photos, games, refreshments, and a tiered wedding cake served by Martha Spinney Carolyn Oliver and Betty Downing. Attendees included Carolyn Oliver Betty Downing Martha Spinney Mary Cushing Stella Babine Jeanette Webster Dorothy Conant Patricia Webster Mary Tourtillotte Clair Granger Shirley Mank Gladys Comeau Agnes Sullivan Elizabeth Gorham Barbara White Alice Coleman Patty Booker Eleanor Bertrand Helen Tabor Frances Grainger. A note mentions a 700 pound roller used in steel rolling machinery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Allard
Bath Community Center
Allan Johnson
U.S.A
Shirley Mank
Martha Spinney
Carolyn Oliver
Bettty Downing
Miss Allard
Oakhurst Dairy
Betty Downing
Mary Cushing
Stella Babine
Jeanette Webster
Dorothy Conant
Patricia Webster
Mary Tourtillotte
Clair Granger
Gladys Comeau
Agnes Sullivan
Elizabeth Gorham
Barbara White
Alice Coleman
Patty Booker
Eleanor Bertrand
Helen Tabor
Frances Grainger
Early Motor Vehicle Output Seen Since 1916 Act
The text notes fewer than 2,000,000 motor vehicles had been built by the time the Federal Aid Road Act became law on July 11, 1916. It also mentions the P-80 Shooting Star jet taking a full Atlantic crossing in a single morning.
Night parking ban enforced in Bath streets
City Marshal warns drivers after crews clear streets for fire safety. One warning issued. no further warnings. Cars parked illegally will be towed at owners' expense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will
Bath
Brotherhood Dines At Hotel Phoenix
The Independent Brotherhood of Shipyard Workers held a dinner meeting at the Phoenix hotel Friday with seventy five in attendance. Speakers included Ralph Mulligan president Jesse Taylor John Duddy Paul Fitzpatrick Mayor Alton Lessard Col Richard Saville and veteran affairs adviser J Saville who spoke on labor conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent Brotherhood of Shipyard Workers
The
Phoenix
George D. Chasse
Ralph A. Mulligan
Brotherhood
Jesse W. Taylor
Labor and Industry
John W. Duddy
Paul F. Fitzpatrick
Alton A. Lessard
Rege
Richard F. Saville
Augusta
J. Saville
Lt Arthur F. Cain Jr Presumed Dead After Missing in War
Mrs Shirley S Cain of Woolwich learns her husband Lieut Arthur F Cain Jr is listed as presumed dead as of January 18 1946 after being missing since January 17 1945 during a bombing raid in the Pacific theater. He served as a P-47 pilot with the 69th Fighter Squadron Fifth Air Force and fought in New Guinea Leyte and Luzon campaigns. Surviving relatives include his wife and parents and a younger brother Pfc Raymond E Cain of the Marine Air Corps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shirley S. Cain
Woolwich
Arthur F. Cain, Jr
Aie
Rene
Vigan
Lancepe
Arthur F. Cain
Bluff Road
Morse High School
Bath Iron Works
Army Air Corps
Casey Jones
Army Air Force
Dale Mabry Field
Fla
Fifth Air Force
New Guinea
Leyte
Luzon
Pfc
Raymond E. Cain i
Marine Air Corps
USS Witek launched by Bath Iron Works
The U S S Frank P. Witek, a super destroyer, was launched Saturday at Bath Iron Works. Named for Pfc. Witek, a Marine Corps Reserve Medal of Honor recipient, the ship was christened by his mother Nora Witek of Chicago. Witek, a Derby Conn. native, died Aug. 3 1944 on Guam at age 23 after saving his platoon and aiding wounded Marines. Two more launches planned at BSW with a third super destroyer possibly completed. yard employment runs about 5 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank P. Witek
Bath Iron Works Corporation
Pfc. Witek
United States Marine Corps Reserves
Nora Witek
Chicago
Ill
K. Witek
Guam
Pfc
Witek
Derby
Conn
BSW
Navy Department
Earliest Sandal Traces 4000 Years of Footwear
An ancient sandal marks humanity's first known shoe, reflecting four millennia of evolving style and use across cultures.
Brogue Shoes Described as One-Piece Leather Gaiters
The article defines a brogue as a light shoe crafted from a single piece of half tanned leather, gathered around the ankle to form its shape and finish.
January Weather Not Spring Like
January offered fair days but not spring warmth with mornings near 42 degrees, contrasting with last year's warmest on the first day. The public can welcome February, hoping for more comfortable conditions ahead.
Candlemas Day Weather Lingers as Winter Wanes
The article notes Candlemas day brings dull gray weather with slight chances of a groundhog shadow. It cautions six weeks remain until spring and advises staying bundled to avoid colds or flu while days lengthen toward June. It mentions varying fuel use and suggests prudence in energy and health.
Topsham Pair Charged in Phippsburg Home Larceny Case
Two Topsham men were arraigned in Bath Municipal Court on warrants issued by Sheriff Charles Wessenger for larceny from Carlton S. Brown's home in Phippsburg on January 11. Leon Trufant admitted probable cause and was ordered to post $1,000 bond for the Sagadahoc Superior Court June term. Clinton Cargill pleaded not guilty and must recognize $1,000 for a Monday morning Bath hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topsham
Bath
Charles Wessenger
Carlton S. Brown
Phippsburg
Leon Trufant
Sagadahoc
Trufant
Clinton Cargill
Gardiner R. Deering
Bath Municipal Court
Brown House
Official Visitation to R. A. Chapter
The Montgomery and St. Bernard chapter held its annual official visitation on Thursday evening with a supper by Genesta Chapter. At 7:30, Dr. Milton C. Stephenson District Deputy Grand High Priest, was received and led the Most Excellent Master's degree with dignity and precision. High Priest Harold Tobey and staff were praised for fine work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
St. Bernard
Genesta
Milton C. Stephenson
Harold Tobey
United China Relief Marks Fifth Anniversary
Local chairman notes United China Relief has grown to operate in 4,300 communities as part of the National War Emergency program. Funds support medical SOS services ambulance child welfare student aid and college programs nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
China
United China Relief
Colbr Cdma
March of Dimes Ball Shines In Bath Armory
A bright Bath social event, the March of Dimes ball at the State Armory drew a large crowd Friday night. The decorations impressed guests as the fundraiser showcased strong support for the drive and the organization’s efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath
State Armory
San Francisco Plans Twin Trading Centers Surpassing Urban Hub
City officials unveil a plan for two large trading centers in San Francisco modeled after New Yorks Rockefeller Center. The project aims to transform the downtown area into a major economic and commercial district with elevated amenities and distinctive architecture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
New York
Rockefeller Center
Brunswick notices and upcoming meetings in town
Brunswick reports a Children's World Crusade meeting at Miss Janet Ates's home Thursday afternoon. A budget committee meeting is set for Friday at two o'clock at the selectmen's Office. A note about a Women's charge from the Army at Westover Field. The record mentions travel to Cold Springs New Jersey to visit a sister and a visit from Carl Borjesson. Mrs. Corinda Blair is ill at River Road home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick
Janetates
Selectmen’s Office
Army
Westover Field
Cold Springs
N. J
Carl Borjesson
Engagement of Juanita Phyllis to Truman Gomes
Mr and Mrs Owen Richard announce the engagement of their daughter Juanita Phyllis to Truman Gomes son of Mr and Mrs Ghosts Gomer. A tea and going away shower were hosted by Mrs Otis Mader and Mrs Birch at Birch home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owen Richardson
West Point
Juanita Phyllis
Truman Gomes
Ghosts Gomer
Roger Luke
Ensard Bates
Duncan McInnes
Otis Mader
Birch
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Wilvin
Farm Bureau
North Street
Bath, Maine
Eleanor R. Gallagher
Lions Club
Ruth Mathias
Third Street
Bangor
Alan Johnson
Hotel Phoenix
Arthur F. Cain JR
R. A
Hearst
Wod
Leoe
Sun
Elizabeth Veering Mofistt
Sancho
Houst
Portland
Rey Rogers
Rangers
King of the Forest
Weak Seery, Jn
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