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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1947
Page
5
The city extended gratitude to volunteers and donors for a day of excellent facilities for the sick. Doctors and helpers were praised for their services. The next meeting is set for Wednesday June 11 at 10 a.m. in the auxiliary room with a list of noted participants.
The event featured readings by Beverly White and Joyce Fulcher with poems by Deering and McSee, and remarks by class president Weal Buren who could not attend. Flowers were presented to Mrs Fernald and several teachers, with arrangements by Ann Stevenson and Bette Fernald.
William S. Newell president of Bath Iron Works Corp and member of President Truman s Evaluation Committee gave an address at the Hyde Windlass Association event. He showed explosion photos and test preparations while Edwin R. Andrews plant general manager introduced him to a large crowd of association members.
The record notes that over 400 manufacturing companies have been organized in Mexico since 1939, with capitalization exceeding $80 million each. The figure highlights rapid industrial growth and investment activity across Mexican industry during the period.
Alumnae groups prepare for Thursday gathering with organizers Mrs Anna Crocker Mrs Barbara Carlisle and Mrs Morse arranging arrangements for the event in town. Mila
Club Forty-Two wrapped up its season with a May gathering at Front Street club rooms. Reports highlighted a Crippled Children drive and a May 7 tard party at Central Church parish house, with bracelet selection for Morse High’s outstanding graduate. Memorial Day weekend pauses May 29 meeting.
At the Dromore grange last week a Mother's day program featured children of members and two visitors from West Bath grange. Elmer Rogers presided as Grange Master, Raymond Campbell was chosen steward for the year, and I he was installed. The April refreshments committee led by Mrs. Clinton Beals donated funds to the treasury. The Home and Community Welfare committee received thanks for new window shades. Children with May baskets participated as bouquets were given to guests and members. Raymond Campbell chaired the refreshment committee, with plans to serve again May 27.
Miss Ethel Larson daughter of Mrs Edith Larson of Lambert Park and Wayne Lekner of Pittsburgh Pa were married May 17 by Attorney Ralph O Dale. The couple will reside in Newport Rhode Island where Lekner is stationed.
State Representative J. Horace McClure of Bath bought the former Hyde farm on Western Avenue from Charles W. Cummings. The deal includes the home and four to five acres of pine growth. the big barn was not included. McClure plans to make the property his home later.
Private First Class Cummings of Company A, 4th Battalion, 4th Marine Division, is cited for heroic demolition work on February 26 1945 at Iwo Jima Volcano Islands. He volunteered with two others to attack a hostile pillbox, destroyed the position, and helped protect supply lines, reflecting credit on the United States Naval Service.
The Bath School Department and local PTA completed six pre school sessions replacing Summer Round-up. About 200 children registered for proper enter to start school next fall. Remaining registrations should be made at City Hall for proper pupil assignment and dental and health checks by volunteers and city dentists.
Losier son of Mr and Mrs Albert Losier and Rogers daughter of Mr and Mrs Walters of Winnegance were wed at eight Friday morning in St S Catholic church in a double ring ceremony. Rev Sheehey officiated. A reception followed at the bride’s home with a tiered cake and spring flower decor. The couple planned a wedding trip and summer stay at Brigham Cove Double Pine cottage.
A three year old girl, Janice MacGregor daughter of Mrs Margaret MacGregor of Hotel Phoenix, was bruised Sunday after running into a passing automobile on Washington Street near the hotel. The driver Norman E Markham of Phippsburg was absolved from blame after police investigation by City Marshal Langdon Green.
Ladies Aid of Central church held a lobster salad luncheon at the parish house in Bath on Thursday noon to honor Mrs Frederick Edney who, with her husband, plans to move to the West Coast in July. A cross shaped table, jonquil centerpiece and candles highlighted the event.
Miss Helen V. Downing former superintendent at Bath Memorial hospital will rejoin the staff Wednesday morning announced by John P. Carey Jr chairman of the hospital executive committee. She will serve as general superintendent until a permanent successor is found.
Cards arrived from Mrs. Sadie Sarkis of High Street detailing her travels in Florida during a vacation period.
Mrs Jeanette Hart Bickmore of Rockland and formerly of Bath is reported as a surgical patient at the Maine Ve and Ear Infirmary in Port.
Members of the Past Masters association and Lecturers council met for a social and program in Sagadahoc County with supper served at 6 30 by Larrabee and Gear streets. A musical program followed including piano by Mrs Taugett and vocal items by Miss Jean Belanger. The next gathering is set for Bodwell Grange in Phippsburg on June 19 with supper at 6 30.
Edward Butterfield hosted a Friday evening concert at Wesley church for Boy Scout Troop 56 to raise funds for Camp Hinds. Accompanist Mrs. Harry L. Day joined him as audiences enjoyed religious solos spirituals ballads operetta selections and modern songs. The event drew an enthusiastic crowd and produced a substantial contribution to the Scouts.
Ton Teak slated for nest meeting on June 5 with Merrill and Beatrice Bowdoinham hosting. The evening featured guests including Mrs. Dorothy Favor and Florence Siegars while the American Cancer drive pressed on. Also noted are hospital updates, such as Marilyn Hackett returning from Gardiner General Hospital, and local residents visiting or moving, with Erland Curtis appointed to Sagadahoc Soil Conservation governance by the State Committee.
A bevy of fragmented lines reports a society meeting at Mrs Phillip Nealey's home with relatives and church attendance. Funeral services occurred at Law's Funeral Home Brunswick for Foretta Hall in California with connections to Horatio Hall and Strand Hotel manager in Los Angeles. Survivors include a wife and cousins.
Members met Thursday evening at the G A R hall for a Ramona council event led by Dr Lee son. An evening program included a supper served beforehand and a rehearsal by listed attendees including Mrs Lucelia McPherson, Mrs Helen Williams, Frances Williams, Freda Perkins, and others.
A resident indicates she will spend her annual vacation at her residence on Washington Street, outlining plans to stay at home during the period.
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