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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1956
Page
1
Samuel B. Gould argues that a severe teacher shortage is on the horizon and that teaching remains a highly rewarding profession. He asserts earnings will rise, pay scales improve, and teachers will gain prestige as the field grows in quality and impact.
The editorial argues that regulating service stations and marketers risks suppressing competition and quality. It cites Washington state proposals to fix prices and licenses, notes Canadian experiences where regulation harmed stations and products, and warns that public pressure can push bad laws with hidden costs.
The Laymen's National Committee sponsors National Sunday School Week from April 9 to 15. It targets youths in all faiths, urging action for the millions receiving no religious training and stressing the enduring values of Sunday School to shape tomorrow's men and women.
Sagadahoc Court Recorder Arthur D. Dolloff urged Bath School Health Council to act on juvenile issues. He noted 24 juvenile cases in 1955 and urged early intervention and expanded recreation. He emphasized curfew compliance and the value of prevention before crime.
Judge Gardiner R. Deering presided as Charles M. Holbrook 20 of Phippsburg paid a $10 fine and $5.70 costs after pleading guilty to leaving an unregistered automobile on Route 209. Edmund L. Wallace 22 of 70 Russell Street pleaded guilty to driving with a suspended license and was fined $25 plus $5.70 costs. Patrolman Edward Be langer and Patrolman Benjamin Fitzgerald filed the complaints. Thursday’s docket included Maurice Grimard 27 of Woonsocket Rhode Island fined $25 and $5.70 costs for revoked license driving, with Patrolman William Boyland as complainant. Floyd Smith and Clyde Stilphen of Bath were held on $2,000 bail each to face Sagadahoc Superior Court in June after pleading guilty to breaking and entering and larceny of a shotgun and a wrench from Edward Cummings’ Middle Street home. each item valued at $12. Deputy Sheriff Belanger filed the complaints.
Six cases were acted on by Recorder Arthur D. Dolloff. Brunswick Naval Air Station members Joseph DeBoard and Thadeus Bochniarz pleaded guilty to speeding on Route 196 at Topsham, each fined $10 and $5.70 costs. Portland’s John J. Joyce paid $5.70 for failing to stop at High and Chestnut. Three intoxication convictions yielded varied results including a 30 day jail term in Augusta, a $5 fine, and a case placed on file. Additional guilty pleas included drunken driving by Ernest Harrington of Bowdoinham for $100 fines and costs, and Daniel Miller for unregistered car with a $10 fine and costs. Lt. David Foxwell pleaded innocent to overtime parking.
Morse High School basketball team extends gratitude to Bath fans, boosters, and businesses for unwavering support during the season. They note large crowds from Lewiston to Bath and trips to Boston, praising loyal attendance, charity efforts, and community sponsors that aided their Maine championship run.
Bath Teachers' club will present three one act plays in April to raise funds for the annual scholarship. A matinee for students on April 10 at 3 p.m. and an evening show on April 12 at 8 p.m. feature a comedy Home to Mother a mystery House of Greed and a farce The Bathroom Door.
Wesley Church junior choir held a Friday evening concert at the Old Folks Home on Lower Washington Street. Leonard Smith received a surprise party with a silver ID bracelet and sandwiches served by Mrs. S. Bert Lonn. Seaman Smith, home on furlough from the Navy, will sing at Palm Sunday services with Rev. Dr. Oliver W. Bell leading scripture and poems.
Patrolman Robert Starling filed a complaint in a case where the defendant was found guilty and taxed costs of 10.82 dollars. Another intoxication case resulted in a guilty plea and a fine plus court costs of 7.50 dollars or 15 days in the Kennebec County Jail at Augusta.
Stewart N Smith 20 of Corunna pleaded guilty to drunk driving and driving without a license on Route 201 at Topsham. He paid 100 dollar fine and 5.70 cost on the drunk driving count and 10 dollars plus 5.70 costs on the no license count. Vera P Chubbuck 43 of Wisconsin entered guilty pleas to two petty larceny charges. She received a 30 day suspended jail sentence and 11 months probation on one count, and the second charge was placed on file.
Morse High junior class presented Mr Lincoln's Whiskers directed by Mrs Flaherty and won unanimous judges choice over seniors Cracked Ice and sophomores Married At Sunrise. Cast included Jack Wallace Priscilla Marble Mabel Ash Jean Fleming Richard Darling Judy Ayer promoted. state contest set for Brunswick next Tuesday March 27.
Roxanne Belanger, daughter of Mr and Mrs Herbert Belanger of 59 Court Street, was guest of honor at her second birthday party Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs Laforest Coombs 22 Cherry Street. The party featured a white lamb birthday cake and favors of popcorn bunnies and Easter baskets with many local relatives in attendance.
At Brunswick Naval Air Station Wil liam Krebs AT2 of Patrol Squadron 26 developed a device to locate pad eyes buried under snow and ice in the airfield. The gadget aids aircraft tie downs and was built during off duty time over four months.
A film of Morse highs upset over Connecticut top team will be shown at the April 10 Maine schoolboys dinner. First National Stores helps secure the TV footage for the Morse Sports Boosters. The association will process the 16 mm negative for school use and may offer limited public ticket sales.
Linwood Rideout, president of the Sagadahoc County Fish and Game Association, spoke at the Sagadahoc Rod Gun and Skeet Club meeting in North Bath. He outlined Maine's pheasant raising program with the club aiming to raise 200 birds and earn a 200 bird bonus, and a county meeting with Inland Fish and Game Commissioner Roland H. Cobb on April 6 to discuss stocking about 20 000 trout across five club areas including 75 pheasants per club. The club will run Bath boy contests with a Swan Island reward, plus weekend trips, and a Maine Sportsmen's Guide subscription drive ending April 23 to determine winners. A Kids Fishing Derby is planned for late April/early May at New Meadows Lake with prizes.
Shamrock 4-H Club met at Mrs. Ruth Fuller’s West Bath home to set the coming season’s projects. Barbara Fuller led the session. new members Jackie and Jerry Bennett brought the club to nine. Projects include Horses Photography Home Improvement Clothing and Dairy. a drill team was formed with Jackie and Jerry Bennett as leaders. Future meetings move to Wednesdays. Members will attend a Home Improvement lecture in Lewiston with transportation by Mrs. Fuller and Mrs. Belanger.
Arthur E. Hutchins Jr vice president of the Bath Area Chamber of Commerce asked that statements to the Bath City Council during budget talks be clarified regarding local industry. He stressed it is not claimed Bath depends on new industry as its lifeblood, but that new and advantageous industry should be brought in from outside to supplement current income.
The article notes Wells reelected during a district conference of a military squadron. Ladies attending the conference were entertained by a program arranged by wives of host squadron officers. The district Autumn conference is set for October 13 and 14 at Winnepesaukee.
Morse High School absorbed a net loss of 416.52 after expenses in the New England Interscholastic Basketball Tournament at Boston Garden. Athletic Director Duncan H. Farrell listed costs including transportation meals rooms and more beyond the 469.40 expense allowance, with only a 119.04 railroad fare and 350.00 room and board allowances. Dressing rooms at Boston Garden were unavailable so Morse rented rooms at the Hotel Manager for three nights.
Richard T. Kleber of the Boston Museum of Science says red winged blackbirds signal spring as they migrate north in mid March and nest in cattail swamps. Robins arrive singly or in small numbers and chickadees announce spring with a loud whistle during mating season.
The Maine Division of the Women s National Farm and Garden Association announces fourth annual scholarships. The Division Award of 200 dollars is given in June to a Maine high school senior planning to attend the University of Maine or a U M undergraduate who qualifies. Beatrice Batchelder Wright Scholarship offers 100 dollars with same criteria, leadership favored. Applications due by May 15 to Mrs. Philip Johnson, State Education Committee chair.
The Woolwich Baptist Youth Fellowship met Sunday evening led by Leanna Hathorne with Rosalie Hathorne conducting. Rev. Stephen Sidebotham offered a cornet solo and Leah Hathorne read scriptures. Char lene Soule, back from Florida, resumes secretary duties. An Easter story Because He Rose was read by Russell Tanner. Polly Bennett John Bradley Carol Tanner assisted as the group, twenty attendees sang hymns and closed with prayer.
The Past Masters Association of the 14th Masonic District presents Solar Has Grand Will. England in 1825 attempted early rail passenger transport with the belief it would be used only by the wealthy.
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A cipher quote puzzle reveals the line Through the wide world he only is alone who lives not for another. The note credits King Features Syndicate and shows a cryptogram example with LONGFELLOW mapping.
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