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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1952
Page
1
In a New York City address the speaker frames the Stock Exchange as a symbol of democratic capitalism, contrasting it with totalitarian states. He invites visitors to view a free market that embodies ownership by the people, noting Moscow and other cities lack such institutions.
A historical reflection on how railroads shaped towns by locating industries along lines. It argues rail transport remains vital, with stations seen as essential like air and water, and urges communities to support railroads to attract new industries and payrolls for regional growth.
A retrospective look at tire shortages a decade ago contrasts with today as the average motorist faced uncertain supply. The piece reflects on market shifts, consumer impact, and evolving distribution networks shaping tire availability and pricing.
John L. Collyer argues against price fixing with foreign countries for rubber. He notes wartime cartels helped create US dependence on foreign rubber and warns continued large government rubber purchases inflate crude rubber prices. He says America's total rubber supply suffices for five years of war and urges government restraint to lower prices.
From Saint Maurice river watersheds north of Trois-Rivieres Canada about 1,000 Indians known as the Bald Head Indians form three groups with chiefs and councillors. They will showcase bark canoes built as their ancestors did and host tribal houses at the New England Sportsmens and Boat Show in Mechanics Building February 2 to 10. Jim Thorpe, famed Carlisle Indian School alum and great athlete, will be among visitors drawing attention to the exhibit.
George Winslow alias George Cambridge 26 of Presque Isle arraigned in Municipal court on two counts of passing worthless checks. He pleaded guilty and was bound over to the June term of Sagadahoc County Superior court with bail set at 1000 on each charge. He was committed to Kennebec county jail after bail not posted. Warrant allegations include a 4485 check on Nov 14 1950 at Desmond's clothing store forged signature and a second same amount check with same signature at Sears Roebuck Bath. Repatriated from Hartford Conn after fugitive warrant. arrested on Bath police tip. Also Roger Douglas Bowdoinham pled guilty to operating without a license, fined 5 dollars and costs 9.50.
February banquet fuels talk of Republican guber natorial interest. Five county offices will be nominated at June primaries with McClure Rubin Carlton and Dunton among potential entrants. Esther Brown is expected to seek reelection as Clerk of Courts, while Arthur Dunton may face no challenger. Cross likely to speak February 14 to the Bath Lions at Sedgwick, marking his first public appearance here.
Burton L Cross of Augusta recalled that his brother John Cross once worked in Bath for years as an engineer on the ferryboat Hockomock and later the Gov. King. The vessel plied between Woolwich and Bath before the Carlton bridge opened in 1927. John now lives in Portland as a federal boiler inspector and holds a lieutenant commander’s U S Coast Guard commission.
The piece notes a looming split in the GOP with four candidates seeking the Maine gubernatorial nomination led by Leroy Hussey Burton L. Cross and Neil S. Bishop. It highlights early campaigning in Augusta and Sagadahoc, possible factions forming, and anticipation of candidate lineups and county races as candidates await a Bath man’s decision.
The piece notes J Horace Register and John L Jack of Topsham appear interested in the council seat as Sagadahoc county gears toward elections. It mentions their potential influence on the county delegation and state Republican committee plans with Sid Morse Jr of Phipps and Bowdeinham workers already active and more names possible before March Bangor convention.
Four Bath members and one guest attended the Southern Maine Chapter meeting of the National Association of Cost Accountants in the Eastland hotel Portland. Principal speaker was Arthur W. Johnson on the valuation of fixed assets during inflation. The chapter aims to improve its national ranking after finishing 14th last year and contends with the Dallas chapter in this year’s competition.
Dalton P. Baker of Bath pleaded guilty in Bath Municipal Court for operating an automobile after license revocation and paid a $10 fine plus $4.70 costs. John W. Landers of Portland also pleaded guilty to a similar charge and paid a $20 fine plus $4.70 costs. A minor accident occurred when an oil truck was struck on Commercial Street. Judge Gardiner R. Deering presided. complaints were signed by Patrolman Edward F. Newell.
Eugene E. Whitten of Westport who pleaded guilty to drunken driving in Municipal Court Monday morning filed an appeal on Tuesday to the June term of Superior Court. He furnished sureties for his appearance at that time.
Monthly session of the Bath probate court presented by E Robert P Shaw includes administratrix appointments for Eva C Packard and Catherine Emmons with trustee and conservator filings. Second and twenty-fifth accounts for guardianship and public administrator bonds approved for estates including Florence Comeau Sidney Jones and Ruby Fisher Sewall among others.
Morse High School students heard a golf program by Charles B Doyle Jr as part of a discussion by the student council. Dr Wwa mem and Leon wuniy eSoy highlighted golf values for healthful living and social ties. Zaharias, famed woman golfer, appeared or was cited as a national champion in civis country.
The Latin club met Monday in Room CD to discuss the January 31 initiation and banquet. Refreshments followed games. Committees include Banquet food committee Joan Hagan Vivian McDougall Liz Prentiss. program committee Betty McPhee Anne Singer Joan Giacobbe. initiation committee Arthur Mayo chairman Chandler Rogers Thomas King Carol Foss Liz. Friday assembly featured Dr Leon Buck Dr Francis A Winchenbach and Jim Browning of Brunswick on golf and the caddy scholarship for both boys and girls. Browning demonstrated five beginner golf techniques. Year-end exams noted.
Eitaro and Naoko Dohmyo discuss their son Champ who lives at home with siblings. Eiji recounts Emperor visits to MacArthur and contrasts leaderships. He praises America as opportunity and urges Americans to learn about other nations to support global peace. He concludes all people are sons of God.
Eugene E Whitten 32 Westport pleaded guilty to drunken driving in Municipal Court Monday. Arrested Jan 20 on Washington street by Patrolman Babine this was his second offense following a Brunswick conviction on July 29 1946. Fined 200 and costs 1151 with a suspended three month jail sentence on payment. Complainant Patrolman Babine. Norwood Harmon 41 Hardwood Street pleaded guilty to reckless driving arrested Jan 12 by Patrolman Marks on Washington street found guilty by Judge Gardiner R Deering paid 25 fine and 70 costs. Patrolman Marks was the complainant.
The communicable disease report for Sagadahoc county for the week ending January 12 shows one case of chicken pox and five cases of measles. Topsham records seven cases of smallpox and four of measles. Georgetown reports two measles cases.
Mrs Alvin Mitchell was guest of honor at a surprise Monday evening shower hosted by Mrs Albert Moore of Five Islands. After opening gifts and refreshments, a social hour followed with guests including Mrs Philip Wellington, Mrs Dennis Moore, Mrs Sao Milliken, Mrs Surs Georgia Finn, Mrs Philip Pinkham, Mrs Rudolph Pin, Mrs Mansfield Moore, Mrs Henry Moore, Mrs Earland Moore, and Mrs Albert Moore.
Mrs Edward Newell of 26 Wesley Jane is a patient at Memorial hospital undergoing surgery Friday and is reported to be improving daily.
Thomas Edison creates the first electric light in 1879 marking a milestone in electrical illumination. This breakthrough advances practical electric lighting and spurs rapid industrial progress worldwide.
The View Meadows Yacht Club held its monthly meeting on Tuesday at the South End P.T. hall with a supper at 6 30. Maynard Lee chaired the session and plans were made to select a slate and present it at the next meeting. A vote of thanks was extended to the South End ladies for the meal.
Augusta County representatives and directors at large attended the annual meeting. Sagada board officials recalled the Publicity Bureau’s 30 year history and the last surviving original board member was present.
John J a ee Jr a Bath patrolman since 1949 resigns from the Bath police department effective Saturday. He will join Bath Iron Works in the electrical shop.
A birthday party for Virginia M'Danie featured an ornate cake and many gifts. Prize winners were Pye Jr and Jean Sinibaldi, with a large group of children and numerous adults in attendance, including Mrs. Edward St. Martin and Mrs. Delores DeCourley.
City officials and Engine Fire Co members attended a lobster stew at the Washington Street hall hosted by the Ladies of the bhind P. T. A. The event honored City Manager Ralph F. Mitten and featured remarks from Mack for Maine and local leaders. The gathering celebrated the city’s new Engine 2 pumper, a Mack Truck product, delivered last December.
The article argues pork loin chops achieve optimal tenderness and flavor when cut at least three quarters of an inch thick, advising meat preparation and cooking guidance to maximize juiciness and texture.
A fragment from a crossword list shows clues such as Schoolbook for instruction and Restless, plus entries including a biblical city and a wading bird, with further hints like Noisy expulsion of air through nose and Natives of.
A simple guide explains cryptoquotes where each letter maps to another. The example shows A stands for three Ls and X stands for two Os. It notes single letters and word lengths vary daily as the cipher changes.
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