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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1944
Page
2
The Se cretary of State Motor Vehicle Department announced that due to steel shortages only a rear registration plate would be issued in 1944. Owners questioned if they could keep their 1942 43 plate on the front. the Attorney General advised it is illegal to display the old plate on the front even if the number matches the 1944 rear plate.
Fred E. Hooper, a respected Bath resident with a lifelong hotel management legacy in New York City Shenandoah and the South, has died. A schoolfriend of the writer from North Primary through Bath High, Hooper served as cadet captain in 1889 and was a charter member of T W. Hyde camp, Sons of Union Veterans. His passing ends a long friendship and Bath losses a valued citizen.
The piece notes favorable Sunday weather and low winds as snow and ice melt. It then reports that many Maine Republicans favor unpledged delegates at the National Convention, with several expressing this view as party leaders maneuver.
After a winter buried in snow sidewalks are reappearing across town. Bath announces another waste paper salvage campaign in the near future and residents are urged to start tying up their material.
The Women's Society of Christian Service of Wesley Methodist met in the vestry despite bad weather. President Mrs. Andrew Butterfield led the meeting with reports, secretary appointment for youth movement, Crusade calls reviewed, and April 4 hostesses and program assignments set. A devotional, missionary program participants listed, and a social hour with snapshot sharing followed, with refreshments by Mrs. Walter Snipe Hodgkins.
Mrs Isabella Bryant of South Paris will teach at Center Street Grammar School filling the vacancy left by Mrs Florence Hawley. Bryant, a Castine Normal School graduate with ten years of experience, will move to Bath with her husband who works at the West Bath feldspar mine. Hawley’s resignation was accepted with regret by the Bath Board of Education and Superintendent, praising her outstanding service as a special teacher.
Second Lieutenant Arthur Farris Jr., 22, co-pilot on the Eighth Air Force Flying Fortress Darlin Dolly, earned the Air Medal for meritorious achievement during five bombing missions over enemy occupied Europe. He formerly lived at 50 Elm Street, Bath, with parents Arthur and Opal Farris and wife Opal Wes Farris. Before Army service he worked as a counter at Bath Iron Works.
Pythian Sisters met Wednesday and laid plans for an Easter sale and supper in the hall on March 21. A sewing bee on March 15 will prepare items for the sale. A six o'clock public supper was served, with Mrs. Rose Jean and Mrs. Alice Rideout as committee, aided by members. Sick members were visited, and mystery prize and Penny March honors went to Mrs. Agnes Perry and Mrs. Emily Williams. The Maine Council of Churches announced Bertocci as chairman of the Education of Adults committee, effective immediately, with Dr. Bertocci to name his members soon. Miss Marion L. Ulmer stated the council's appointment, per Rev. Percy L. Vernon.
Miss Caroline Hinckley daughter of Mr and Mrs Galen Hinckley now of Stamford Conn formerly of Bath passed examinations and was admitted as Cadet Nurse at Saint Luke's Hospital New York. She joined the Glee Club and Chapel Choir and aims for a BA after further study as Saint Luke's emphasizes music, convalescent work and cross training with Presbyterian Medical Center.
City clerk urges residents to report Bath servicemen and servicewomen not listed on the post office lawn honor roll. Names come from Selective Service records or family notices. notify the clerk if a local service member is missing to ensure full recognition.
Chief Donald P. Corbett of the State Agriculture Department urged Maine poultrymen to unite and bolster the industry. Charles M. White, marketing chief, urged stronger emphasis on breeding and production. Everett F. Greaton of the Maine Development Commission offered support and promotional help. Irving Hunt of Fairfield called for immediate action to benefit all branches, while White highlighted the need for a well organized breeding and production program.
The Bath Chapter of the Red Cross held its regular meeting in Sagadahock block on Thursday afternoon voting to fix future meetings on the second Monday of each month. Nursing visits reached 149 with six infant and pre school conferences. sewing and knitting involved 69 participants producing 168 articles and 1120 hours.
A flock of wild geese flying north was sighted Wednesday of last week. Their approach traditionally signals the arrival of spring weather, and observers welcomed the honking as welcome signs of changing seasons.
Miss Mary Lee of York street left Saturday for Boston to spend the weekend with relatives and enjoy a brief holiday.
Club 42 met Thursday to finalize plans for the USO Sunday open house from five to seven. A dance for members and guests at American Legion hall is set for tomorrow evening with Cliff Leeman's orchestra. Committee rosters cover refreshments, cleanup, and March activities. a white elephant sale raised 25 dollars for Memorial hospital.
Central Church Ladies Aid hosted a public card party at the parish house on Thursday afternoon with 13 tables of contract and auction in play. Prizes went to Mrs Evans Casey in contract and Mrs Jason A Merrill as consolation. in auction, Mrs David Alkazin won first and Mrs Roy Francis received consolation. Refreshments followed, served by a committee led by Mrs Alfred Rowe and others including Mrs George Wallace and Miss Charlotte Buck.
Huse P T A met at Huse School with Miss Mary Leo speaking on juvenile delinquency. Members arranged a St Patrick's Day dance on March 17 and a city wide tag day on March 19 to raise funds for curtains and stage equipment. The auditorium lacks proper acoustics and needs these improvements for school plays. A nominating committee was formed.
The Knights plan the second annual ball at the State Armory on Monday April 10 with Lennie Lizotte's orchestra. Advance ticket sales are strong and public admission is open through committee members Charles Benoit Joseph Marquis Edmund Parady Joe Wilson or any organization member.
Mrs Philip Wenz returns to her Day's Ferry home after spending several days in Newark New Jersey.
Four long-serving Maine county agents share observations from over 86 years of extension work. They detail changes in farming, dairy, apples, poultry, and agriculture support, highlighting rural leadership, new technologies, improved crops, and expanded services across Cumberland York Knox Lincoln and Aroostook counties.
American Legion Auxiliary held its monthly meeting at Legion hall with the annual election postponed to March 22. A new nominating committee was appointed including Mrs. Ralph Gay Mrs. Miles Hagan and Mrs. Ambrose Curran. They voted to aid the Post with funds for a Memorial hospital food conveyor. Poppies for Memorial Day were bought. The next fundraising event is March 25 at Lennon hall with the same committee. Before the meeting the Auxiliary served supper to the Marine Craftsmen Association, seating 43.
Escort of Dunlap presented a new banner Tuesday of last week at the Masonic Temple. Martin Powers, secretary of the Escort Association, made the presentation. Emminent Commander Forrest C. Legard accepted the banner. The Red Cross and Malta degree were conferred on a class of two candidates. The Escort will sponsor a dance at the Masonic Temple on Tuesday evening March 21 with Charles Bartlett as committee chair and Leeman's orchestra providing music.
A small blaze in a taxi from Bartlett O. Smith’s fleet prompted Engine Four to respond at Front and Center streets on Thursday. A pony chemical extinguished the fire, leaving damage to wiring and the front seat.
Public notices detail rationing for meats and fats blue and red stamps in multiple books, brown, green and yellow tokens, and specific deadlines for sugar fuel oil gasoline tires and tire inspections. Items include red stamps A8 through F8 through May 20, brown Y Z through March 20, blue stamps A8 through E8 through May 20, green K L M through March 20, sugar stamps 30 and 40 for five pounds, aeroplane stamp one for one pair, and tire and vehicle deadlines ending March 31 June 30 May 31.
Miss Sylvia Googans returns to school after illness at Noble avenue. Three Weymouth children on Denny road ill with measles. Pvt Ralph Smart visits family at 25 Newton road then travels to Bangor with his mother. Pvt John Milton returns to Northeastern University after weekend home. Flewellings on Newton road suffer measles while Mr Flewelling remains ill. Master Billy Main at 18 Crawford drive making steady recovery at home. Injury from last Fall in same leg nearly healed.
Bath school children organize a waste paper drive on April 10 11 and 12 collecting old paper and magazines from city households. Residents are urged to save and set aside paper for pickup during the drive.
Mrs Karcher Jackson of 44 Center Street is visiting Augusta for several days as a guest of her sister in law Mrs Emery Chase and Mr Chase.
Solve the crossword clues across and down for familiar terms and phrases. The cryptogram reads URFP SKYBG QIP GIVYBFP JIPB TYQE RTPG QIP HRRV-UBVH UEQQRB and decodes to TAUGHT BY THE POWER THAT PITIES ME LEARN TO PITY THEM GOLDSMITH.
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