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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1955
Page
1
Local concern rises over ongoing need for suitable housing for Bath's Marine Museum after months of discussion and public interest. The issue mirrors broader regional calls for improved facilities and preservation of maritime history.
State Master Maynard Dolloff installed Sagadahoc Pomona officers at the West Bath meeting with Lauriston Trott as master and 135 grangers in attendance. The event honored past officers and featured reports on yearlong activities and a blue ribbon award for Sagadahoc Pomona. The nearby Bath and Searsport museums are contrasted regarding ship heritage and housing of nautical collections.
A 20 year old Brunswick youth was held on a $750 bond after a high speed pursuit through three communities early Sunday. Clarence C Leavitt faces drunken driving no license and reckless driving charges with police saying shots were fired at the fleeing car. The chase ended when Leavitt was captured on Preble Lane in Bath.
Representatives of the Bath Teachers Club urged the Board of Education to boost pay by 400 dollars to be spread over four years with higher increases for those at the top of the scale. Sick leave would rise from 30 to 40 days. Under the plan bachelor degree teachers would earn 2800 to 3800 dollars up from 2400 to 3400, with adjustments for other training levels. About 103 teachers would be affected.
A 100 year old Georgetown house burned Sunday morning after early response delays and unauthorized Bath Fire Department calls. Frye and family were left homeless. Frye injured, insurance limited, and a mutual aid plan discussed with costs to Bath. The home had historic ties to the Oliver family and Mrs. Frye’s handicraft collection was lost.
Lt. Robert E. Wagner Jr. announced a 45 member Bath Police Reserve to handle flood, hurricane, and wartime emergencies. Applicants aged 30 to 55 may apply by Jan 15, with 12 weeks of training and quarterly two hour sessions.
Harold V Fielding of the Maine Elks Association Youth Committee announced the appointment of Paul K Niven, A M Main Sr and Lynn M Bussey all of Bath as judges for the area Youth Leadership Contest. Local winner last year was Carroll Denbow now a University of Maine freshman.
Charles F. MacDonald of 1168 High Street has become the first candidate to file nomination papers for the February municipal election. He will challenge Ward Seven incumbent Harry E. Cooke Jr., who will not run again, with Herman F. Coombs as a potential opponent.
Nathan C. White announced his resignation as Bath city manager effective between Jan 31 and Feb 15. He will become assistant city manager in West Hartford Conn and will complete the 1955 56 budget before leaving. White, 32, has served Bath since 1952 after succeeding Ralph Mittendorf and plans to relocate with his wife and three children early next year.
A gay crowd attended the New Year's Eve ball at the State Armory hosted by the Junior Hospital League. The event drew a capacity crowd and decorations of blue and white with a crystal ball and glow. Net proceeds will benefit Memorial Hospital.
Chick Marchetti captain of Morse High School and guard for Colby Frosh helps the Baby Mules stay undefeated with a 13.25 point per game average. Teammate Johnny Edes also stars. Colby beat South Portland Maine Maritime Edward Little and Nassau Junior College as coach Winkin builds a championship tradition.
A New Year's Eve party was hosted at 75 Bedford Street by Mrs Timothy Harkins for Memorial hospital nurses on the 3 to 11 pm shift. The event doubled as a surprise housewarming for Mr and Mrs Harkins who recently bought the Bedford Street home. Guests enjoyed dancing and refreshments after a lamps gift presentation to the hosts.
The French parliament backs a motion requiring manufacturers to fit motors with non removable mufflers as part of an anti noise campaign. The resolution passed unanimously.
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