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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1945
Page
2
Detroit farm equipment maker Harry Ferguson argues the economic cycle begins with agriculture. Without farm prosperity, living costs rise and inflation cannot be checked. He cites farming as 40 percent of the economy, urging mechanization and efficiency to make small farms profitable without subsidies.
An article notes rationing and production shifts in 1943 and 1944, with Americans receiving fewer civilian shoes as military demand soars. It estimates 65 million more pairs needed for 1945 and 48 million more for 1944, foreseeing substantial cuts for civilians and urging industry action.
A rough note urges readers to apply old shoelace and polishing tricks to maximize current footwear. Shine up, and wear time can stretch beyond rationed limits, preserving pairs longer as in prior years.
In a spirited meeting on Thursday, Bath Republicans selected Mayor Walter C. Rogers for a fifth term over Harold P. Small’s backers. The caucus allowed all party members to nominate and vote, signaling broad satisfaction with Rogers’ leadership during difficult months. Ward nominees were also well regarded, though an independent ticket could emerge.
Mayo spoke at a Lions meeting about selling enough tickets to cover all expenses. A committee will be formed next week to lead a campaign collecting old clothing for war devastated areas. Also present were Jack Townsend, U S Employment Office area director, and other members.
A continuation of page one details obligations and payments linked to a $1000 sum. The report reiterates the amount and outlines related financial actions and involved parties, emphasizing the scale of the transaction and its implications.
Bath Maine expresses appreciation for Bath England Scouts and leaders. The message notes youth today become tomorrow's citizens and extends best wishes for continued access and happiness in Scouting.
Donations of groceries and food poured in for the Old Ladies' Home with the Davenport Fund making a notable monetary gift. The event brought joy to attendees and the Board expressed gratitude to the city and the Davenport Fund for support. Mrs. Harold Tobey hosted five tables for contract and bridge at 21 Willow Street, with Genesta Sewing Circle organizing the week’s bridge. Early Spring floral decor brightened the home. Assisting hosts were Mrs. Fred Osgood, Mrs. Frank Danforth, and Miss Eleanor Danforth. Doctor Cutting B. Favour, guest speaker at a Fort Williams Medical Officers meeting, recently stayed with his parents on the Fisher Road in Bowdoinham.
Miss Edna H. Graham of East Hampton Massachusetts, a high school instructor, is a guest of Reverend and Mrs Charles Tubbs of High Street.
Maine service members receive promotions and postings overseas. James M. Tracy, now technician fifth grade, serves with U S Army forces in New Caledonia after welding in civilian life at Bath Iron Works. Elva Black W A C leaves Bath for Fort Des Moines to enlist. she has two sons in the service. Albert A Moore Five Islands welds in England near Berlin as part of the 357th Mustang group. Ralph C Farrin from South Bristol returns to Lake Placid club redistrib. This report notes multiple families connected to Bath Iron Works and ongoing campaigns in the Marianas, Southern Pacific, Guadalcanal, New Georgia and New Guinea theaters.
Widespread military notices from Bath Maine detail Navy and Army personnel on leave, in training, or wounded. Entries name Miles Page and Valerie Rancout engagement plans, Frederick Page in Pacific duty, George T. Young pilot training, T/5 Frank Batchelder wounded in Europe, Robert McEachern in France, and Harry Fullerton’s 225 hours flying in the South Pacific. Also noted are home leaves for Joseph Spear and updates on S Sgt Wilfred Rousse and Cpl Guy Allenwood. A National Hospital report from 185th General Hospital England describes Captain Robert D. Vachon and French troops treated for battle injuries.
Captain Vachon treats wounded soldiers while his family in Bath, Maine holds memorial ties. Letters reveal Joseph Desmond earning Good Conduct in the European theater with two battle stars and a long overseas service. Henry Fullerton’s leave canceled. Albert Brady ships overseas after a seaman rank rise. Bert Jewett completes torpedo man’s mate course at Great Lakes. F O George Sarkis arrives in England for air force duties after Bath Iron Works employment.
In England the Air Service Command depot praised Pvt Horace S Lancaster of Bowdoinham Maine for helping set a 1944 record by returning over 17 000 overhauled engines totalling more than 21 million horsepower. Brig Gen Morris Berman commended troops who worked months without days off to support D Day and air borne operations in Holland. Lancaster has been overseas 16 months since Nov 4 1942, formerly with Bath Iron Works and a University of Maine graduate. Also noted is Lt Frank B Colby of Bath who was commissioned in the Transportation Corps after serving at New Orleans Army Air Base and GAO prior to induction. The Transportation Corps aims to move soldiers and war materials.
Cpl. T/5 Guy F. Coolen U S A has spent two and a half years overseas in Italy Africa Sicily and France and is back in Quincy Mass on a 28 day furlough visiting his grandmother Mrs Emma Palmer. He wears three service ribbons including one with five stars for five major engagements and five gold stripes for time overseas. He will report to Tacoma Washington after the furlough for his next assignment.
Mrs Viola Stinson of North Street Extension received a War Department notice Tuesday that her husband Pvt Alton B Stinson was slightly wounded in action on February 2 in France. He also wrote that he had been awarded the Purple Heart and instructions to contact him by telephone at 431 W for his address.
Pvt. Walter S. Simonton recently returned to Camp Maxey Texas on a furlough spent with his wife and parents at Sasanoa Bluffs and sister Ruth. He is now stationed at Fort Meade Maryland after working as a guard at Bath Iron Works before enlisting.
Pvt. Arthur Young of the US Army Air Forces has returned from service in the Galapagos Island theatre of war for a 15 day furlough. He stays with his wife Mrs. Young and their infant son Roger Lemont Young at the home of Mrs. Young’s parents, Frank M. and wife on Washington street. Before enlistment he worked in the electrical department at Bath Iron Works. He will also visit his parents, Mr and Mrs Lester Young of Green street.
Harold P. Small, defeated in a Republican mayoral nomination bid, filed nomina tion papers on a Citizens' ticket at the City Clerk's office shortly before midnight. His name will be the sole candidate on the ticket as no ward candidates were named. Friends decided after adjournment of both caucuses to place him on the citizen's ticket, securing 25 or more registered voters before the deadline. Small said he was pleased by the large turnout and preferred a candidate named by citizens rather than a small, predetermined group.
Rogers to head the G O P city ticket as ward candidates were named and forms returned to the city clerk at 10 o clock. It was unclear if Democratic support would back former Mayor Harold P Small running on an Independent ticket though several party members helped secure his nomination signatures.
Scientists at the War Food administration have devised a device to obtain uniform, representative cotton samples during ginning. It draws small, consistent amounts from the stream feeding the bale, avoiding disfigured samples from ownership changes and improving accuracy and cost.
When a door swells in damp weather and sticks slightly locate the spot and rub it with common bar soap. If it still sticks, sand paper the spot.
Lowell Temple Pythian Sisters met Wednesday to organize an Easter sale on March 21. Annah McCabe named chairwoman with committees for Aprons, Fancy Work, Cooked Food, Candies and Jellies, Novelties, and more. Penny march won by Julia Fields. mystery prize to Alice Rideout. Social hour followed with singing and piano by Julia Fields.
Leo Venos purchased Savas Canacaris interest in the Colonial Cafe and will run it as sole proprietor. The two partners had operated the cafe since 1934 after buying it from former Mayor Charles H Cahill, who started the business 50 years ago. Venos expressed thanks for patronage and aims to maintain quality and service.
Dike school sixth graders hosted a Valentine party Wednesday afternoon under teacher Mrs Faith Sherwood from 2 30 to 3 30. Games included Truth or Consequences and Pin the Heart with prizes awarded to Christie Holmes Kerwin Butcher William Worden and George Worden. Refreshments were donated by class members and the committee in charge was Fred Fox Ronald Atwood Gilbert Prawer Robert Allard Ruth Harriman and Beverly White.
The first Union Lenten service of the season was held at Beacon Street Methodist Church with Rev. Charles L. Kinney leading, a choir anthem, solo by Mrs. Paul Moore, and sermons by Rev. Charles R. Sims on "Spring time in the Heart." The service drew good attendance, and the next service will be at First Baptist Church with Rev. Chester B. Oliver preaching. Miss Roselia Blake, formerly Portland YWCA food service director, resigns from YMCA Boston to become dietitian at St John’s Episcopal Seminary Cambridge.
Federal rationing notices outline stamp expirations for fats, sugars, shoes, and fuel. Blue and red stamps run through specific dates with next-issue expectations. sugar allows five pounds until February. gas coupons grant five gallons with several period-based validities. shoe stamps No 1 2 3 remain restricted to mail orders.
Navy recruiter William Malen at Bath City Hall reports 5556 Maine men joined the Navy in 1944. He notes enlistments for 1945 surpass 1944 as 17 year olds volunteer for general service across radar and 50 vocational classes. A ten month radar course offers advancement to high petty officer ratings after an elementary exam. Contact the recruiter for training prep in this area.
The First Service Command announced the Women's Army Corps is rapidly approaching its 10 000th recruit from New England. An Army gala celebration is planned to honor the 10 000th woman entering the WAC, with plans mirroring Cinderella’s welcome of a final recruit.
The American Legion Auxiliary met Wednesday. A chicken pie supper for Legion and guests is planned for February 27 at the hall with Malcolm Stoddard of Togus as guest speaker. Kathryn Pratt hosted a birthday and Valentine party after the meeting with Ris teen and David McKellar chairing. John Crosby of Needham Mass and his wife partner in real estate were noted with their daughter graduating this year from Lasell Junior College in secretarial work.
Puzzle lists across and down clues with a cryptogram quote. Includes Catholic church head, ancient phrases, geographic abbreviations, and a Burke quotation in Cryptoquote format. Distributed by King Features Syndicate.
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