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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1948
Page
1
Mr. Clarke writes of gratitude for kindness and cooperation in bringing cheer to veterans. The Bath lodge Maine State Elks acknowledge the support and hope for continued help from the organization and community members.
Waldo Chicknell announced today the appointment of Berry as head of the New England Poultry Chest. The move positions Berry to act as spokesman for poultry growers while stressing the Chest is not a new organization but a cooperative effort to unite industry efforts and invest wisely.
A fragmented report describes a Bath built ship taking food supplies on Tuesday with unclear details about destinations or persons involved. The readable bits mention Mia and Rome and a line or route but lack complete context.
Readable notes describe county residents spending winter in warmer locales with Christmas decorations and local club, church, and business participation. It mentions tangerines and pears for sale, several families visiting relatives, and holiday dinners at multiple homes in the court and Bath area.
The Citizens' School Planning committee led by Mayor Donald N Small toured Bath schools Monday led by Superintendent Loring R Addison. They visited Center Street school Huse Memorial and Dike School then Central Grammar noting conditions and planned additions. They will meet at 7 30 this evening to discuss findings and further building conditions for improvement.
The Old Folks Home celebrated a joyous Christmas with decorations, a lighted tree, and gifts for residents. Nazarene church youth sang carols to staff and residents, while First Baptist Church members joined the choir for a holiday program. Friends and relatives visited, bringing gifts and regard for residents.
The Old Ladies Home on High Street enjoyed a festive Christmas with abundant gifts from board members Girl Scouts and friends. Matron Sadie Harnden reported an unusually beautiful decor a grand tree and a generous show of remembrance. The meal featured a noon chicken dinner and a birch log centerpiece. Visitors from Theta chapter Nazarene church and Rev Alfred Ives joined in carols and greetings.
The Bath Skating and Hockey association plans a grand opening on Western Avenue at 2 PM with Mayor Don ald Small delivering remarks and a puck drop for a one period game between Bath Iron Works Corp and Morse High School. Admission is free.
West Bath grange held a Monday evening meeting followed by a Christmas party for children despite a cold night. The program featured Gloria Stover Doris White Judy Peterson Ruth Reil Brian Rowe Martha Rea Mildred Simpson Elaine Renshaw Billy Leavitt Norman Reil and Donald Reil with recitations solos and instrumental music. Gift distribution from two trees filled with presents. candies favors and corncakes for all.
Joseph P. Flynn of Augusta, director of the State Fire Protection Bureau of the Insurance Department, spoke at the Rotary about fire protection measures and safety programs.
Mr and Mrs Parker O Rogers announce the marriage of their daughter Marjorie to Edward Hawkes. The couple are credited as from 7 Bridge Street and the wedding follows the passing of Mrs Hewis.
Portland December 31 Maine Telephone Co filed with the Public Utilities Commission a new rate revision. The company declares only fair and reasonable rates will allow better service for Maine residents, noting current rates are too low to yield a return on growing investment. Continued on page five.
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