11 Jul 1946
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1946
Page
1
The line suggests a critical view of court efficiency, arguing for slower or more deliberate rulings rather than rapid decisions. It reflects skepticism about the pace and effectiveness of judicial processes.
The piece argues railroads face mounting wage and material costs while awaiting freight rate decisions. It criticizes government indecision and sprawling agencies as stalling postwar economic recovery, urging timely policy actions to avoid industry bankruptcy and widespread delays.
Under current conditions nearly 17 million World War II veterans have lost Social Security credit due to their military service. During that period there were no Social Security deductions.
The measure proposes a monthly wage credit of at least 160 dollars to veterans for military service with retroactive federal backing for employers and employees. The average cost per veteran is about 73 dollars, totaling roughly 1.241 billion dollars, described as compensation, not a gift, urging Congress to act quickly.
Refer petition on schoolhouse refer petition on schoolhouse discusses ident towns and pro rata payments for county center services. New committee to review contributions. Edwin H P Lowell named constable and Harold Cutting plus Everett Quimby elected weighers of coal and ice.
Residents along High and Park streets watch the dismantling of the barracks opposite Denny Road as a crane removes large sections for transport to Amherst Massachusetts. Clearing the land will improve view toward High Street and ease bus access for North End travelers, a change long awaited since 1942.
Woolwich firemen fought a minor blaze at Ken's Sea Food on Route 1 Monday evening around 5 30. A lobster pot boiled over on an oil burner causing a stove flare up. Damage was limited to smoke and the fire was quickly extinguished. Proprietor Kenneth Cromwell identified.
A U S Navy blimp flew over the city Tuesday morning on routine operations. Based at Brunswick Naval Air Station until Friday, it arrived from Lakehurst New Jersey and has mooring facilities at Brunswick for its stay in the area.
Edward K. Thompson appointed by selectmen as town clerk of West Bath to fill the remaining term of Harry Rich who resigned due to ill health. Charles Webster also named to a cemetery job previously held by Rich.
A local club hosted a supper program featuring Ret rece aun tie and Fish, vocal duets, humorous reading by Mrs Betsey Coulters, and community singing. Several guests attended and plans were made for a future meeting in Wiscasset under Mrs Frank ben.
In the 18th century rubber gained prominence after an accidental finding that it could erase pencil marks. The tale links early material science with everyday writing tools and marks Rubber’s rise as an eraser in paper crafts.
At Morse High School the trades shop marked its fourth year with major equipment additions funded through the State Department of Education. New machines include a 3 foot drill, 16 inch lathe and 16 inch shaper with dedicated drives, plus a 30 by 62 planer, a 300 ampere welder, acetylene equipment, two 16 inch geared head lathes, a surface grinder, a vertical milling machine and a surplus Brown & Sharpe milling machine on order. Classes mix shop work with Industrial English and shop math as 20 juniors and 20 seniors rotate through programs. Ralph Mank of Hyde Windlass Co. named Lowell Spicer top student student in the year.
Fragmentary OCR shows individuals named Robert Kenneth and Walter in a context referencing an armed event. No dates places or organizations are readable. Further details are unavailable in the readable text.
Bath Lodge officials attend the Elks Grand Lodge session in New York City from July 6 to 11. Exalted Ruler Joseph H. Mullaney and Harry C. Stone, P. E. R., lead more than 10,000 members in the Order’s first postwar convention. The event focuses on officer elections welfare funds and next year’s charitable activities. A pageant and parade on July 11 will feature marching groups bands and floats through the city.
Friday session before Recorder Dunton saw Edward Jones plead guilty to pulling two fire alarm boxes and fined 100 dollars plus 4.70 costs. Albert Wall paid 5 dollar fine and 4.70 costs for driving without a license. Two intoxication cases were filed. Monday session before Judge Deering featured Fred Berry found guilty of reckless driving with 50 dollar fine and 4.70 costs. Paul Thibodeau cited for speeding with 10 dollar fine and 4.70 costs. Six intoxication convictions yielded varied fines from 6.05 to 6.50 costs. Two vagrancy cases resulted in 5 dollar fines and 4.70–6.50 costs. Eugene Morrill of Bangor referenced.
Craney pleads not guilty to an amorals charge in an October term. He was ordered to recognize a $5,000 appearance bond or face confinement in Kennebec county jail. Attorney Edward W. Bridgham represents him.
A fragment notes butter costs climbing while the State liquor store maintains old prices despite rising costs elsewhere. The text also mentions late model cars and beer prices increasing modestly, with references to a depmer in Le imstances and restaurant pricing pressures.
A tradition requires the state bearing a battleship’s name to present a silver service to the ship officers mess, honoring the vessel and its crew with a ceremonial gift.
A crowded Bath Boat landing area near Merry Pestis ba hosts activity for a summer camp with a lone aluminum craft on display. A launch from the camp is planned and coal and supplies are being prepared for sale.
The Sabino Impr ociation invites members and friends to a social evening at a Sibing hall. The notice expresses hope that all will attend and enjoy a pleasant gathering with drinks and entertainment.
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