27 Mar 1947
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1947
Page
1
Debate over developing a coastal Maine park features supporters from Standish and Waterville urging immediate funding and oversight. They argue the site draws Maine visitors and should be maintained and accessible this summer, while opponents suggest waiting for formal plans.
The article explains Lent as a Teutonic origin term tied to pre Easter fasting. It notes varying practices by country and era, with civil and ecclesiastical laws shaping limits. It cites English restrictions before the 17th century and differing calculations tied to Passover and Easter.
The article traces early Lenten fasting from ancient councils to English practice. It cites the fifth canon of the Council of Nicaea 325 and King Ethelbert of Kent as introducers in England. It describes Mothering Sunday in Lent with simnel cakes given to mothers and mentions a lingering Usk, Monmouth custom.
Langdon Green took over marshal duties after selection at the annual organization meeting. He urged public cooperation, promised 24 hour access for complaints, and asked motorists to yield to fire apparatus and keep clear of scenes. An earlier grass fire on Lincoln street highlighted safety concerns.
Athletic Director Henry D. Small reports $636 total expenses for 21 players and staff to New England Basketball championship playoffs in Boston Garden. itemized costs include food 315 railroad fares 136.87 Portland leg 58.38 Portland Bath bus 21 game tickets 46.30 hotel 113.88 telegram 0.70 travelers checks 2.25. He returned unexpended $164 to the fund committee.
Fragmentary note describes Genesta Chapter sewing circle meeting at a location named Willet in Tinta ladies room at one evening. Names appear as Don and Othy W.
A letter advocates cutting state officials pay and abolishing certain taxes while urging local control of teacher salaries. It attacks pensions and divorces, calls for one governor term, and favors restricting married women from teaching. It urges safer highways and Maine electric power scrutiny amid broader electoral reform discussions.
The room featured a modern yet Victorian setting praised for its transformation by Mrs. Burt Osgood and Edward Butterfield. Pale rose walls, blue drapery, a real fireplace, and Victorian antiques loaned by Mrs. G. Rowe created a homelike atmosphere. The stage staff included Mrs. Butterfield, Mrs. Richard Haskell, Mrs. Harry E. Ring Jr., and Mrs. Watson among others.
The passage describes ongoing bridge approach construction near a railroad crossing with plans to increase workers and activity to 150 or more next month, as stated by Mr. De Patsy.
Bath residents form a jazz club at the Bath Community Center. The group invites anyone with interest in jazz, defining jazz as a folk art and announcing open membership for the term.
Scientists note that there are at least 1,500 identified mosquito varieties worldwide. Researchers study these species to understand disease transmission, ecology, and potential control methods across regions.
The Bath Red Cross nursing program covers home care for the sick when full time nurses aren’t needed, prenatal and newborn care, and insurance based services. Weekly Well Baby Conference runs Wednesdays 2 to 4 pm, with a Real Disease Clinic led by local health officials. Mrs Henry coordinates crippled children and heart clinics in Lewiston and Portland, assists in immunizations, and serves as contact for referrals.
New officers elected with Mrs. Earl Talbot of Rock as president. Daniel Mat presided and Louis A. Dole spoke as the local representative. The meeting covered district business and reports.
A rummage event is announced for Saturday at 1 o clock in the G A R hall. The notice references local groups and community schedules, with names and addresses partially legible among scattered OCR fragments.
Fragmentary text indicates a naval plane program listing eligibility for Coast Guard and Army Corps personnel. Mentions technician roles and a location near Bath, with unclear dates or full context due to garbled OCR.
A Woolwich grass fire near a residence prompted a 2 o clock call and rapid response. Neighbors joined efforts while firemen battled the blaze and kept the structure from spreading after the initial flare up. Chief Wilson supervised the emergency as crews contained the fire.
Friends attended a house warming at Mr and Mrs Withy MecGlinchy on Sunday to celebrate their new home. The gathering at their residence featured gifts and greetings from guests.
In a mid year notice, Loring R. Addison is named to lead the Primary North department. The district confirms the appointment and outlines initial priorities for the school year.
A lighthearted feature notes that most Norwegians live on or near the toast, reflecting a humorous cultural quirk in daily life. The piece highlights coastal and inland habits and small communal gatherings around meals.
Six cases were charged with intoxication. A judge placed defendants on six months’ bond. Each man faced possible penalties of up to 15 days in jail or $5.60 fine, with one described as facing 30 days in jail. The proceedings noted a peace constraint and sobriety terms.
Plummer speaks at 7 p m at Union on interior by Friday. Bowdoin hosts lecture at 8 15 p m and Sunday sermon noted.
Box 262 sounded shortly after noon for fire in the field behind a filling station on Route 1. Solidanbe tn tue Siemon Wood Brackett, a Bath native, has been named town manager of Houston for the ninth consecutive year.
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