City Eyes Street Lighting Upgrade After Survey
Alderman John F Cooke and Councilman Stanley Roe with Laurence U Lowell of the power company conducted a survey of the present street lighting system. The study shows the system inadequate in several areas and recommends next steps toward a contract that aligns city needs with the power company plans. City officials will study CMPC expert recommendations as citizens seek better illumination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Cooke
Stanley Roe
Laurence U Lowell
Power Company
CMPC
Girls Photo at Times Office for Christmas Seal Drive
Girl Scouts who assisted in selling Christmas seals were photographed in front of the Times office with Frank B. Nichols, longtime chairman of the drive. Edward True captured the image on a forenoon, and despite bad weather a large turnout attended. The photos were intended for a Girl magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times Office
Frank B. Nichols
Edward True
Scouts Program Gyen of Columbus Scout Meeting
The first 1946 remeeting of the Columbus Scouts notes the new council, with Edmund Parady leading the flag pledge and investiture. New and existing scouts performed oath ceremonies, knot tying, signaling, first aid, and fire making, ending with God Bless America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Boy
Uae
Roly
Roc Cayouette
Edmund Parady
Romeo Biette
Jorge Biette
Edmund Paradyis Bergeron
Charles Dunham
Roland Bergeron
Edmund Perrault
Richard St. Pierre
Anton Keegan, Jr
God Bless America
Mrs Desmond Injured When Struck By Car
Mrs Eugene M Desmond of 78 Lincoln street was knocked down on Lincoln street by a car driven by John E Lyden 44 of Bath. She was taken to Memorial hospital with a possible leg fracture and other injuries. Lyden faced Bath municipal court on a charge related to the incident with a hearing set for Friday Jan 18. he posted 200 bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene M. Desmond
Lincoln Street
Memorial Hospital
John E. Lyden
Bath
Lyon
Acci
Gardiner R
Percy W. Kings
Desmonding
Eaton’s Market
Gene
Philip ‘Eaton
Lyden
Spring Flower Show Opens March 18 in Boston
The Massachusetts Horticultural Society announces the 75th annual Spring Flower Show at Mechanics Building Boston March 18 to 23. Director Arno H Nehrling notes a diamond jubilee celebration returning to peacetime beauty with lavish gardens and masses of bulbs shrubs and trees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arno H. Nehrling
Massachusetts Horticultural Society
Mechanics Building
Boston
Mr. Nehrling
Boston Common
America
Change in Weather Drops Temperatures Across City
A weather shift Sunday caused a rapid thermometer fall of more than 60 degrees by Monday morning. Last week highs reached into the fifties above zero while readings this morning ranged from zero to 10 below in various city sections. Heavy wind increased discomfort and drove the cold into homes.
Morse High Dramatics Presents Three One Act Plays
Morse High Dramatics club stages three one act plays for students with matinee Jan 24 at 4 pm and evening Jan 25 at 8 pm. Poor Man Rich Man features two couples whose fortunes change. Hurricane Hill follows an escaped criminal. The District Contest is a comedy about a goldfish race and a public speaking demo. Tickets are on sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morse High Dramatics Club
Mary H. Conley
R. Brome
Margaret Flaherty
Hurricane Hill
R. H. Wilkinson
Ruth B. Wilson
Bill Barter
R. Isaacs
Catherine Leonard
Talented pupil of Mrs. Plummer gains dancing recognition
Miss Patsy Raymond of Waterville, 11, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Raymond of Winslow, studies with Mrs. Olive Plummer in Bath. A standout in acrobatics and tap, she has been in demand on local programs this Fall and Winter and was recalled twice at Mrs. Plummer's Waterville recital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patsy Raymond
Waterville
Olive Plummer
Bath
Miss Raymond
Maurice Raymond
Winslow
Plummer
Sandra Moore hosts seventh birthday party
Sandra Mabel Moore daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fenton I. Moore Cherry street entertained friends Friday afternoon at the close of school with a party in honor of her seventh birthday. Guests included Mrs. Vinal King and daughter Arline Mrs. Donald King and son Dennis and many others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandra Mabel Moore
Fenton I. Moore
Cherry Street
Sandra
Vinal King
Arline
Donald King
Dennis
Joseph Charles Footer
Jerry
Richard Jenkins
Judy
Earl Coombs
Lewis Sanborn
Tamara Day
Marion Elwell
Nancy Jean White
Cristel Cornish
Patsy Betts
Robert Witham
Robert Upham
Paul Towne
Earl Moore
George Moore
John McKey
Bath Odd Fellows Visit in Brunswick
Lincoln lodge IOOF members attended a Brunswick meeting where first and second degrees were conferred on candidates from Lincoln and Pejep scot lodges. A third degree is planned for next Thursday, with a banquet at 6 30. Lincoln lodge meets Monday for initiatory degree and refreshments. Plans include entertaining Knox lodge of Rockland on Jan 28. Rockland’s degree team is highly regarded and recently earned ovations from grand officers in Lincoln hall.
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Lincoln Lodge
IOOF
Brunswick
Lincoln
Pejepscot
Knox Lodge
Rockland
Rockland Lodge
Easy Veal Spread With Carrot and Parsley
Chopped cooked veal mixed with raw carrot and parsley sprig, seasoned and moistened with mayonnaise and lemon juice. A simple spread likely served as a cold deli or canapé preparation.
Pre-Nuptial Shower for Mary McCabe at Corliss Street Baptist
A pre nuptial shower for Mary McCabe was held January 19 at Corliss Street Baptist Church. Gifts were displayed on a coffee table decorated with white crepe paper grapes and streamers. Invited guests included Mrs Edward McCabe and several other local women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Mar- Frank & Martin
Corliss Street Baptist Church
Miss McCabe
Reilly
McCabe
The
Times Co
My Iron Works
Edward McCabe
Cedric
Robert Downs
Plant
Clyde Morton
John J. Keegan, Jr
Morton Holbrook
Charles Oma
Jeff Desjard
Ruth Clark
Edith Small
At O'Reilly
Dorothy Martin
Grateful Bath Family Thanks Infantile Paralysis Fund
Bath Maine January 2 1946 a family thanks the Bath Chapter Infantile Paralysis Fund for help given to their seven year polio survivor who could not access Shriner’s care due to age limits. Local support enabled five operations and a full recovery allowing the boy to return to school. The letter expresses gratitude and wishes success for the upcoming drive from Mr and Mrs H E Boynton and their son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath
Shriner’s Hospital
Immedia
Schoo T
H. E. Boynton and
March of Dimes Drive Opens in Sagadahoc County
James Gillies, chairman, announces the Sagadahoc County March of Dimes drive to raise funds for infantile paralysis. The appeal runs from Monday until January 31. Half of the money stays locally for hospitalization and care, the other half supports National Foundation research and relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gillies
Sagadahoc County
March of Dimes
Gillies
National Foundation For
National Foundation
Nephew of slain man fined for liquor charge in West Bath
Leon E. Trufant, 31, nephew of Albert M. Pottle, was fined $100 and costs after being found under the influence on Route One in West Bath. Judge Gardiner R. Deering also ordered payment of $6.75 costs or default. A companion charge for driving without an operator's license was noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon E. Trufant
Albert M. Pottle
Bath
West Bath
Gardiner R. Deering
Trufant
Army Nes
Topsham
Baers
George
Ak Trufant Eines
Sod
Hades Ecting
Veterans Service Center gains City Council support for funding
The City Council approved 1100 to finance operations for a Veterans Service Center run by the Iron Works Corporation whose workers served in armed forces. A two week training course will be conducted under Veterans Affairs, with neighboring communities likely to uphold maintenance obligations. Aldermen also addressed taxi fees and city garbage truck complaints on residential streets, stressing license compliance and cleanup duties.
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Veterans’ Service
Veterans’ Iron Works Corporation
Crabtree
of Veterans Affair For
Maine
Veterans Service Center
Wesley Marco Opens Ski Tow At Fryeburg
Wesley Marco now operates a ski tow at Fryeburg five miles from Bridgton. BIW officials Edward Gediman and Lester Young note the lodge offers lunches skis and poles rental an instructor and an electrically powered tow with plans for a second tow soon. The slopes overlook snow covered hills and lakes promising a pleasant outing for outdoor enthusiasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Marco
Bath Iron
Fryeburg
Bridgton
Edward Gediman
BIW
Lester Young
Cereman Tee Tea
Marco
Gediman and Young
Fragmentary OCR notes on Warner family members and event
Fragmented text lists several Warner family members including Mrs Lillian Warner Mrs Emma neue and Mrs Dorothea pee. Mentions of a will guardian and regents appear with scattered names such as Minnie rickoo Miss Sop Aeon M een iett and Mrs wees. The note references a gathering described as the largest of the year with unclear context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice” i
Lillian Warner
Emma Neue
Forest
Alice Cout
Minnie Rickoo
Dorothea Pee
Warner
Wees
Denn
Annie Fun
Two Plead Guilty in Sagadahoc Superior Court
In Sagadahoc Superior Court Justice Ed ward F. Merrill presided as two of four men named in indictments pleaded guilty. William Pinkham Jr of Bath received a two year sentence at Thomaston prison for morals count. Donald P. Rose of Topsham was placed on probation after restitution. Richard Cook faced arraignment on charges of breaking and a lar ceny, then was remanded to Thomaston after parole terms.
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Sagadahoc Superior Court
Edward F. Merrill
Skowhegan
William Pinkham, Jr
Bath
State Prison
Thomaston
Donald P. Rose
Topsham
Justice Merrill
Mit
Richard Cook
Cook
Community gathering marks pleasant afternoon
A small event brought about 30 attendees to a tree and party setting. Refreshments were served and attendees described the time as enjoyable with good company and cheerful interaction.
Bread dumplings delight with hint of cinnamon
A compact note praises bread dumplings flavored with a subtle hint of cinnamon as a tasty fricassee like dish. It emphasizes simple ingredients creating rich comfort.
Cancellations Cause Slight Change in Bath Plant Output
Fragmentary text notes cancellation effects on Bath plant capacity and current figures. References to destroyer and N's appear as unclear placeholders impacting production estimates and projected output figures.
Longtime couple celebrates 66th wedding anniversary
Mr and Mrs Ral Dodge of High Street entertained friends at home in honor of their 66th wedding anniversary. A small cake with their names and date was displayed. Guests included Manfred Knight and other local acquaintances attended the quiet celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ral Dodge
High’ Street
Dodge
Enjo
Manfred Knight
Ninety-Four Years Old Social Afternoon Noted
A clipped fragment reports a social afternoon event marking a ninety four years old guest. Details are unclear but indicate a community gathering with refreshments.
Unclear OCR Text Fragments From Historical Notice
Fragmentary OCR shows garbled names and phrases. The readable parts mention individuals and possible roles but lack coherent event or context for a complete news item or public notice.
Fragmented OCR News Snippet About Names and Events
The readable text shows scattered names and terms suggesting a historical clipping. It mentions Curtis and Pri and Bat and Es wds, with uncertain place or date references. Further context is needed to identify a coherent event or full subjects.
Property dispute on street page fragment details
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a property dispute on a street involving a tenant and present associations. The readable text hints at tenancy questions and property rights but lacks full names or explicit actions.
Unclear fragmentary text fragment on historical figures
The readable portions reference a person named Howard Bre eke whegan and a Via a tarian with unclear context. No discernible event, date, or location forms a coherent report.
Batched OCR Fragment Summary
A damaged OCR text references a murder or violent incident and a wedding or couple in Pittsburgh with unclear details. Names, places, and exact actions are garbled, leaving no verifiable facts for a clear incident or outcome. The fragment hints at a family tragedy tied to a court or service context but lacks concrete evidence.
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CMP
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Bath, Maine
Scouts Program
Gyen OF Columbus
John E. Leyden
Ruth Mathias
Third Street
Bangor
Morse Dramatics
Mary M’cabe
Herbert M’cabe
Bath, Me
England
Bath Hho
Frye
Fland Heerman
Oe Curtis
Purperty
Phantom Rider
Istice Howard
Breeke Whegan
Tarian
Ayer
Oof Doron Harta
Wwe
Club Aey A
Robert Donat Droran Kerr
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