06 Mar 1947
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1947
Page
1
The document outlines a bequest to Elmhurst for a lasting memorial honoring Hon. Joby and John S. Hyde. It mentions a pity subject of care and cure, a large estate with lands, and funds to support social ritual and forgery practices for the afflicted and needy.
Fragmentary text cites a constitutional amendment about presidential term limits. It mentions two terms of four years each and a precedent tied to a specific president, followed by a discussion of a constitutional amendment.
Streets are clear of snow and sky, and travel is good. Taxi drivers and others praise winter maintenance for rapid clearing, with no delays during a storm. Snow plows are lauded for speed and effectiveness. a few favor a second loader.
Bath Iron Works Corp announces purchase of a controlling stake in an out of state machinery firm. The acquired company builds machinery under contract for other plants, promising jobs for Bath workers as production shifts to Bath facilities.
A Sunday snowstorm worsened by Monday left residents puzzled about town meeting attendance. Wind roared but snow remained light in parts of the area, delaying plans and raising questions about turnout.
Fragmentary notes mention canned shrimp and tools with a possible store opening on April 1. The text is garbled and lacks coherent facts or identifiable entities to form a solid summary.
A series of recent real estate transfers are noted, detailing buyers and sellers along with lands and buildings exchanged on various streets. Notable entries include Grindell to Esther on a build ing parcel, Hamlin to Anthony with land and buildings on South Street, and several other transfers across Middle Center and Hazel streets involving multiple buyers and beneficiaries.
Red Cross workers gathered at Winter Street church for a fund drive kickoff led by Mrs. Thomas Murphy new chairman. George G. Guyette from New York and Elizabeth Pitman from Maine spoke on the campaign opening tomorrow and supplies were distributed to volunteers. Refreshments were provided by the canteen with coffee and sandwiches.
February passed with no snowstorms and a rapid frost melt. The month had 24 of 31 days with fair weather and unusually dry roads, aligning with prior months in excellent conditions. The tone notes the transition to March and the overall favorable winter weather.
The Sea Coast Mission boat faced a tough winter with heavy ice and strong winds. Despite conditions she completed many mercy missions with some patients taken to Rootes hospital. The Sunbeam’s whistle froze, disappointing islanders awaiting its cheerful salute.
West Bath grange awarded first and second degrees to a class of 27 Monday evening in the presence of 128 attendees. Leaders and officers listed include master Thomas Ayenere Deeps Han, overseer Robert Tasha, lecturer Frances Young, steward Perry Thompson, and others. Guests from Ganges and towns such as Topsham and Dirigo attended. third and fourth degrees will follow with a supper at 6 30 and a social hour concluding with dancing. Mrs Esther Sewall 2nd, returning from New York City, spent the weekend at home on Washington Street.
Miss Regules, from a musical family, appears in concerts with the Scranton Philharmonic and other ensembles across cities including Washington DC New York and Portland. She emphasizes music’s social warmth and plans a motion picture role in Life of Albeniz while remaining active in Bath and other communities with various recitals and guest artists.
Mrs Milton Morse received a surprise house warming and supper hosted by her sisters Mrs Nell King and Mrs Ellen King. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Milton Morse and numerous relatives and friends. The hosts plan a St Patrick's party on March 17 at Mrs Nell Whitmer's home with all present expected to attend.
The hearing on labor management relations drew discussion on closed shops and bargaining agencies. Retiring President Lebel backed the closed shop in a letter from William S. Newam of the B. I. W. and urged pro labor views while stressing workers’ everyday hardships and need for understanding opposing perspectives.
The page lists ward and city races with candidates for ward clerk ward constable and mayor. Names include Elizabeth D James S Longhurst Martha K Grant Fred D Dwyer Donald N Small Merritt A Mitchell Philip L Eaton Ruth L Dennison Chester C Aderton Larry A Varney Frances T Clark Donald A Duncan Ethel M Rob inson Harry T Passmore and others along with numbered addresses.
A fragment notes the name Rose for a newborn daughter with many friends mentioned in Missee.
In a morning session representatives discussed the Bath charter issue and indicated support. The debate touched on governance changes and potential impacts to city operations as the matter moves toward the Senate for final consideration.
Fragmentary notes show a committee meeting at the home of Mrs Loring Ad addressing the local anniversary event. Members are seen preparing for the celebration and related arrangements.
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