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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1946
Page
2
A fragment quotes concerns over plant closures due to strikes and the risk of a forced 40 hour week as overtime pay disputes and labor warfare spread. It imagines delayed projects and unemployed workers, warning that without sound policy the nation bears rising costs from strikes and stalled industry.
Bath voters chose Dominique J. Tardif as mayor over incumbent Walter C. Rogers by about 60 votes after a closely fought campaign. Democrats also secured several aldermen and council seats, while Republicans retain enough strength to influence city government.
A group aims to raise 300000 for a memorial with 200000 for a building and 100000 to endow a Lovejoy Chair of Journalism at Colby. The initial contribution of 60000 has been secured from a local group in the Wa Connecticut area, not including metropolitan papers.
The article argues that without labor trouble many more cars would be on the road. It cites 1,310,000 people in automotive sales and service before the war, more than three times factory jobs in normal times. It notes about 4,000,000 cars worn out and lost from transportation in four years and warns of trucks needed to haul livestock.
City Marshal Percy W Kingsbury vows strict action to curb all day overtime parking in Bath business district. Three violators appeared before Judge Gardiner R Deering. two pled guilty and one note. Fines totaled five dollars plus four dollars seventy cents in costs. additional arraignments expected as weekend approaches. Drunkenness charges yielded fines of ten dollars and five dollars with varying costs.
The State Banking Department urges depositors of Bath Savings Institution and Bath Trust Company to present or mail in their pass books for verification. Bank Commissioner Homer E. Robinson notes Maine law requires this every three years in state chartered banks, alongside regular examinations. A department representative will be stationed at the institutions to collect pass books and correct errors.
Mrs. Frederick E. Drake Jr and her daughter Elena of Natick Mass returned home Monday from Washington Street in Natick.
Voting across wards produced tight totals with mayoral race decided by 61 votes and council contests clustered near margins. In Ward 6 John E. Mullaney won seat on the council, while Justus H. Miller seeks reelection to the school board as results are tabulated and a recount looms.
The Escort Association of Dunlap Commandery announces a Friday eight PM dance at the Masonic Temple with music by Snell's. It starts a series of dances for the season and is expected to attract a large crowd. Kenneth Poland organizes the program and tickets are available from officers or at the door.
Mrs Le Cates Le Maaney and officers discuss preserving parks and trees. Henry W Longfellow referenced as a theme, with a focus on integrating flowers into religious ceremonies. Easter Sunrise grounds feature six foot Holy Family figures and carols, drawing thousands to the estate garden.
A Times report notes February was milder than 1945 with 18 fair days and 7 snowy days totaling 27 inches. Temperatures ranged from 32 or higher on three mornings to a coldest five below. zero readings occurred six times. Gale winds hampered heating despite overall mildness, with March showing strong promise.
Members of Theta Chapter Beta Sigma Phi have gathered a large amount of used clothing for foreign relief. The assortment includes coats dresses shoes and children's wear. They invite donations and ask to contact Mrs John Greene at 350W to arrange pickup or delivery.
In 1908 the Master Education secretary will serve as associate director of the State Y M C A in Winthrop next summer. He takes on special responsibility for the camp program while Mrs. Martin leads the mansion of Mauebienet in Oak Art Congregationalists.
At a Pack officers meeting the group elected Mr. Card as new Cub Pack 57 leader succeeding Alvah Reynolds. He will plan and run meetings with a family party format featuring a blue and gold theme on a March date at 7 30 p m in the vestry. Refreshments funded by Den parents.
Archival discoverers report found handwritten copies by Wyelite in several folders. The items appear to be draft notes related to unidentified projects and may shed light on early design concepts. Researchers plan to catalog the material for further study.
The CWLAC Pitre meeting ran through the forenoon with a catered menu led by Mrs. Earl Dow. Several members reported illness at home and cards were suggested. Attendees included Mrs. Norman Drummond, Mrs. Earl Dow, Nelson Rice, Mrs. Zina ton, Mrs. Muriel Preble, Mrs. Rose Baker Comings, Mrs. Forrest Baker, and Miss Betty, plus one guest.
The marriage of Ernestine M King to Corporal Harold V Watson was announced. The couple, married in a ceremony, departed for San Diego where Watson is stationed, with plans to return later from the South Pacific theater.
Webb of the New York Yankees completes a local plant project focused on bio manufacturing aluminum clo, marking a notable sideline achievement in the industry.
Report notes hearing loss is most commonly caused by subacute infections of the nose and throat. This link emphasizes ear symptoms developing from upper airway infections and suggests clinical awareness for timely treatment.
The Beth March of Dimes committee proposes early purchases to secure foal show sponsorships and ensure all Dees cob entries repair before the event.
Kath Coffin celebrated with family at 39 Meadow Way. Nancy McBrense won a peanut hunt, finding the most peanuts, while Mrs Coombs found the best candies. Attendees included Helen McBrense, Barbara McBrine, Paul Legard, Judith Boekins, Donna Youland, and Mrs Edgar McBrine.
The report notes several Bath built destroyers destined for scrap. Ships dating from 1918 to 1938 are stripped of usable equipment and sections, then loaded onto cars for shipment to the scrap pile, after serving in the fleet on wartime duty.
The note details a long standing establishment in Massachusetts known as SKIERS EAT WELL centena, serving hearty fare and coffee. It mentions Sneed 117 as a perhaps location or anchor and references 66 gallons of coffee and many sandwiches.
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