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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1943
Page
1
Nationwide survey by the National Automobile Dealers Association shows a drastic drop in employed mechanics from 21 661 in 1941 to 11 855 by November 1942. Dealers added 6 629 new workers, but 16 435 left, with 3 680 drafted and 8 879 moving to war industries.
The community notes the Wednesday blaze at Saint Mary's parochial school with over 150 pupils inside avoided a tragedy, expects a modern rebuild, and reflects on severe winter fires, fuel conservation, and wartime industrial progress shaping postwar improvements and advertising by firms involved in war work.
Queen Esther Rebecca Lodge held past noble grands night with 16 past nobles, one affiliated member, and two visiting guests attending a six oclock supper. Glennora Moore distributed gifts, and a business vote halted future suppers until further notice. An invitation for a Red Cross sewing session at Ethel Potter’s Oak Street home was extended for an all day event with box lunches and tea.
Internal Revenue Department deputy collectors will assist hundreds filing income tax returns next month. The service runs February 15 to March 15 in room 24 of the Bath Post Office building with no charge. Collectors will also operate in Freeport Brunswick and Lisbon Falls to reach residents, urging applicants to bring figures and stay organized for efficient help.
Two respondents appeared in Municipal court Friday morning on three motor vehicle violations. Clement B Haskins of Bath pleaded guilty to passing the stop sign at High and North streets and to operating without a license. Judge Gardiner R. Deering ordered payment of costs of court, 4.70 on the first charge and a fine of 5.00 plus costs of court, 4.70 on the second. Mitchell K. Lilly of Richmond pleaded guilty to parking more than three hours on Water street and paid a fine of 5.00 plus costs of court, 4.70. Patrolman Donald Crosby was arresting officer on Haskins charge and Patrolman Joseph Thibodeau was the complainant against Lilly.
The measure's sponsor Miss Deering presents the bill to the Legislature with backing from local leaders and beneficiaries. Officials say the change would raise efficiency and smooth operation in many departments, reflecting broad local desire for reform.
Moody W Flint principal of Central Grammar told Grace church audience that adolescents need nine hours of sleep to prevent poor health and school difficulties. He linked issues to neglect during teen years, urged glasses use, vaccination, self-reliance, and parental cooperation, noting 30 percent vaccination at the school and tuberculin testing for 72 of 200 pupils.
Six defendants faced Judge Gardiner R. Deering in municipal court as a road safety campaign on Williams Street prompted three men to appear. Kenneth Schmitz, Stanley B. Short, and Charles R. Low pleaded guilty to wrong way on the one way street near MCRR station, paying fines and costs totaling 7.70 dollars for Schmitz. Other cases involved intoxication and property damage with fines ranging from five dollars to five dollars and costs, plus court costs.
Miss Mary H. Conley of Morse high school's English Department reports Barbara Lorraine Richardson, a Morse sophomore, earned a certificate of acceptance for the National High School Poetry Association Anthology. Her poem Fall was accepted for publication, and the award was presented in English class.
Bath hosts a two night event Friday and Saturday February 12 and 13 at Morse High School with a stage show by Bath Iron Works staff and notable acts. Proceeds benefit Bath U S O and local workers co sponsorship includes Independent Brotherhood of Shipyard Workers. Gov Sumner Sewall expected at opening night. Film star or war hero may attend each evening.
James Tucker of Standard Oil addressed the Central church Men’s club Tuesday evening on gasoline and fuel oil rationing amid current shortages. His talk included informative motion pictures. He was introduced by Donald Preble and lunch followed the address.
Near Ontario, Quebec remains Canada’s most populated province with cities and regions showing high density. The data highlights population concentration and regional economic links across provinces including Ontario and Quebec.
The article notes that steel used for a single sewing machine is enough to produce a high explosive shell for a 75 mm field howitzer, illustrating efficiency in wartime metallurgy and munitions production.
The note reads as a fragmented health blurb urging regular activity despite unclear punctuation. It mentions exercise and habit formation in a terse, editorial tone with no specific names, dates, or places available.
The Winter Street church men’s club held a well attended meeting in the men’s room with several visitors. Lieutenant Commander Frederick E. Moore, U S N, discussed Far East experiences in China and the Philippines and showed films of Peking Shanghai Hong Kong Manila and a typhoon at Tsingtao.
The 1942 income tax year returns are due by March 15, 1943, for individuals, with extensions for certain cases including non December fiscal years and wartime circumstances. Prisoners of war and service members may have extended deadlines, and extensions may incur a six percent per annum interest charge. Returns go to the collector of internal revenue for the district of residence or business, or to Baltimore if no legal residence exists.
Major Eugene R. Halliwill of the U S Army Air Corps credited by Associated Press dispatches for leading a flight of U S bombers in a successful strike on the Japanese base at Rabaul. He is married to Lois Halliwill of Bath and hails from Portland.
In a surprising note, researchers report that the Antarctic expedition has not encountered a single thunderstorm. The finding challenges assumptions about storm activity in extreme southern latitudes and adds data for atmospheric study.
Bath officials move to integrate St Marys Parochial pupils into public schools after fire. State guidance says public funds or property cannot be used for private schools, but all city children have public school rights. Board will enroll interested St Marys pupils if they apply, with Father Maney to decide remaining term placement.
Lewiston native Robert B. Stone, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Stone, will become program manager of GE’s WRGB in Schenectady. Stone, lately on WRGB’s production staff, succeeds John G. T. Gilmour who joined Army motion picture work in Astoria New York. Pamela, a 15 month old daughter, is part of his family.
The funeral for Mrs. Adam Crockett widow of Arthur S. Crockett and longtime executive secretary of the Bath Red Cross chapter was held Wednesday at Curtis funeral home in Bath. Rev Joseph O Purdue officiated. Bearers were George J Goodwin Arthur M Bowker Harry L Day and Allan Spear. Burial followed in Farmington Falls.
A traditional Le Reveillon gathering follows Midnight Mass in Quebec, France Canada style family feast marking the Christmas morning observance. A festive French Canadian custom centers on communal eating after church services with relatives and friends in the home.
A coating breakthrough promises protection for skis and ski poles from cold and dampness. The resin sealer aims to prevent warping and maintain structural integrity in adverse conditions.
Mrs Rupert H Baxter told Lionesses about her travel cinema showing views of Oahu Maui and Hawaii in color. The group viewed scenes of native Hawaiians activities Pearl Harbor boats and Mauna Loa eruption before business notes on upcoming USO forum and rescheduled meeting dates.
Stephen C. Ambrose of Upper High street and Marion Lil lian Beals of the same address wed in Grace church rectory under a single ring ceremony officiated by Rev. Charles M. Tubbs. Witnesses were Mr. and Mrs. John Van Der Maelen. The groom was born in Quincy, Mass., son of the late John and Grace Ambrose. the bride is from Topsham, daughter of Edward Beals and Ruth Trufant.
Glendon McAlister of Bethel leaves Gould Academy mid year to enter the College of Business Administration at Boston University, per headmaster Elwood F. Ireland. He is the only senior to depart Gould mid year under the new plan. Daniel Brady of South Street is visiting Boston this week.
The Sagadahoc Rod, Gun and Sheet Association, Inc. held its annual meeting in the South End P. U. rooms at 488 Washington street where treasurer Nicholas Michalos reported completion of the Eggleston property purchase in North Bath for club use. Directors named were Daniel F. Hall Edward H. Jaquith Elmer Blake Leslie B. Ferris Nicholas Michalos Orris I. Ames and Alton L. King with William T. Donnell to serve as secretary pro tem. officers to be chosen for 1943.
Stanley E Brown son of Mrs Mary Brown 37 Elm Street enrolled as an aviation cadet in the Army Air Forces Pre Flight School for Pilots at Maxwell Field near Montgomery Alabama. Cadet Brown a Morse High School graduate class of 1942 played varsity football and was appointed aviation cadet July 6 1942 in Portland with home of record at 48 Bath Street with sister Mrs W Emery Wilson and Mr Wilson.
A fire at a parochial school created hazardous conditions due to ice on ladders stairs and floors. The loss compounds Bath’s crowded schools and heavy housing burdens with a new North End project finishing soon. Norma J Steussy attends Bowdoin related events this week.
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