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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1956
Page
2
Directors of the Bath Area Chamber of Commerce approve hiring Richard McLennan as full time executive secretary. The move aims to stabilize the organization with a planned operating budget, drawing onenthusiasm and local confidence to build a strong chamber.
National Commander J Addington Wagner of The American Legion urged Congress to launch a full scale investigation of UNESCO and related bodies. He linked Alger Hiss and Harry Dexter White to UNESCO, called for repeal of the US National Commission for UNESCO, and urged more American nationalism over global education initiatives. He cited affiliates deemed subversive by the Attorney General and HUAC.
A humorous foreign service piece notes British bullfrogs repelling Hungarian killer-frogs amid wartime strain. It contrasts England’s preserved freedoms with Hungary’s Communist oppression, suggesting even frogs reflect national resilience and fearlessness under pressure.
J Edgar Hoover argues juvenile delinquency stems from negligent parents. He claims irresponsible parenting goes unchecked and that the home no longer serves as the primary classroom for learning to live. The remarks underline a perceived breakdown of family duties and social causes of crime.
A collection of brief quotes attributed to Art Moyer J W Berry and Tennessee Ernie Ford offering insights on forgiveness caution and nervousness in everyday life. The selections reflect humor and moral commentary from earlier eras.
Maine State Chamber of Commerce launches a state wide survey during Maine Career Week to learn high school seniors career plans and whether they intend to stay in Maine for work. The study, done with Education Department cooperation, aims to gauge who may leave the state and who would return to live and work in Maine. Local chambers and service clubs help arrange school visits to discuss opportunities and prep for careers.
The First Church of the Nazarene youths renovate a vacated Richardson Street store into a temporary rec hall after the Washington street church edifice was razed. About 20 volunteers worked Monday evening on painting and decorating as the new Lincoln and Center streets church building nears completion.
Bath's Highway and Sewer Department shifted from snow removal to opening catch basins on Wednesday. City Manager Stanley W. Judkins warned that a rapid thaw or heavy rain could cause problems if basins are not prepared, noting five foot snowbanks had earlier suggested spring was distant. The downtown section had been cleared and operations paused to focus on drainage.
The Post Office Department will issue a three cent stamp to commemorate the centennial anniversary of Booker T Washington birth through Booker Washington Birthplace Va post office on April 5. The design shows a cabin like the one where he was born. First day covers may be mailed with a money order remittance. personal checks not accepted. The stamp goes on sale at other offices starting April 6.
Morse High School's state champion basketball team will be feted at an informal dinner party in Bath on April 4. John G. Bollinger hosts at 7 p.m. at the Hotel Sedgwick, Brunswick restaurant Fat Boy. Midshipman Everett Wirta of Maine Maritime Academy is visiting Castine with his mother after returning from the academy's Caribbean training cruise aboard the State of Maine.
Hundreds of Girl Scouts Brownies and adults gathered at Morse High School Tuesday evening to mark the 44th birthday of Girl Scouting with a family box supper program. Leaders announced a fund drive to help Bath delegates attend the 1956 Senior Girl Scout Roundup in Michigan.
The Kennebec River Power Squadron will host the annual Spring conference of District 19 U S Power Squadrons at Sedgwick on Sunday. About 75 delegates and officers are expected to attend the all day event starting at 10 a.m. with an officers meeting.
A 73 year old Des Moines resident with $30 monthly income phoned police to request a ticket to the annual policemen ball. She recounted a past incident where a stranger pounded her door and two officers arrived after she called. No officers delivered a ball ticket to her home.
The Navajo population grew from 7,000 in 1867 to more than 70,000 in the present era, reflecting significant demographic change over the long term.
Daniel Williams of Bath served as Sagadahoc county chairman for the U S Savings Bonds Program and received a Treasury Award for outstanding patriotic service. The 1955 county sales reached 559 500, with total annual bonds sold 606 839 in Series E and H, awarded by Harvey M. Fickett. The 100% Club Medallion features the Minute Man and Treasury seal and bears Williams name and year.
Robert L. Oliver of Woolwich a fireman in the U S Navy serving on the dock landing ship USS Shadwell joined about 15,000 Amphibians aboard more than 60 Amphibious Force ships and shore stations for the Atlantic Fleet Amphibious Force anniversary on March 14. The force born in World War II grew into a strong offensive arm that conducted 61 major amphibious landings before Japan's 1945 surrender, with frequent postwar maneuvers ensuring ongoing readiness.
The Wesley Methodist church official board met Tuesday night. Mrs. Walter E. Upham announced the Women’s Society bought eight folding banquet tables with tempered masonite tops. Music shelves and a cupboard for church music are underway. John Coombs asked the Finance Commission to meet Monday evening. Trustees’ statements were distributed in Stanley Hunter's absence. Palm Sunday baptisms are planned for March 25 at 9 a.m. General assembly service. Junior Choir to sing directed by Mrs. Stanley Hunter with Miss Anna Lonn at the piano.
In Municipal Court Judge Gardiner R. Deering presided Friday and Monday sessions. William H. Grainger of Bath, 25, pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of driving under the influence on Pratt Street, fined 100 dollars plus 12.82 costs, and posted 200 dollars sureties for appeal to the June Sagadahoc Superior Court. Donald R. Fountain, 18, of Brunswick NAS, pleaded guilty to speeding 65 on Route 196 at Topsham, paid 10 dollar fine and 5.70 costs. Richard T. Ramsay of Bath had a snow removal interference charge placed on file after no plea. one intoxication case was heard with a guilty plea and placed on file.
Six Bath basketball fans from Morse High and town groups faced a brutal snowstorm en route to Boston Garden for the New England Schoolboy tournament semi final. Four Bath buses reached the arena, two returned by Saturday morning with others delayed by icy roads and a two hour Portland area switch outage. Band members endured overnight at Howard Johnsons while drivers and passengers faced a rugged, delayed return with praise for safe driving and orderly conduct.
The Colonial club games tournament, moved from March 22 to Tuesday March 27, will be held at the Portland Club rooms with bowling and games starting at 7 30 p.m. Members should notify organizers if not contacted, and be at the Colonial Club by 6 30 for transport arrangements. The second half of the match will be played in Bath on a later date.
Bath Police Lt. Robert E. Wagner reports two local school children were bitten by dogs. He urged all dog owners to cooperate in keeping pets away from schoolhouses and public areas.
Residents report dogs gathering around several school yards per Wagner. If cooperation with pet owners fails to curb the issue, the police department will take steps to correct the situation.
The Morse High Sports Boosters Club will hold a full committee meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Morse High School. Officials will decide on expenditures for the basketball fund, outline plans for a testimonial dinner, and approve jackets and other honors for the Maine Class L championship basketball team.
Vic Power of the Kansas City Athletics continues strong hitting in the Puerto Rico League for Caguas. In 157 plate appearances he collects 55 hits for a .350 batting average, following his runner up finish in the American League with a .319 average.
A jumble of crossword numbers, clues, and a cryptoquote puzzle. Includes Wordplay prompts from 13 to 50 across and down, a coded message AXYCLBAAXR LONGFELLOW with cipher hints, and a King Features Syndicate note. The page features cryptograms and syndicated word games rather than a straight news item.
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