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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1947
Page
2
The passage defends local governments stepping in for emergency relief over twenty years, arguing private insurance suffices and that national or state government insurance ventures are unnecessary. It notes no locality would fail to care for destitute families and rejects broad government insurance activity.
The Federal Trade Commission holds sessions in Philadelphia and New Boston testing formal complaints of merchandising fraud. Firms face inquiries over misrepresentation of cosmetics, auto parts, household items, lenses, fabrics, hair products, wool, frozen foods, and paints, with ads under scrutiny for misleading claims.
Labor leaders face growing opposition while Republicans Ball and allies win Democratic support. Indications show Congress will pass labor law measures with President Truman unlikely to veto.
Fragmentary text hints at Democratic symbolism and lavish gifts amid a political setting. Mentions Bey Wines and a figure described as a son, with unclear connections.
A report notes five million pounds less frozen fish in United storage plants than a year ago. The article suggests potential for more fresh fish in the second half of the year than in recent scrap food years.
Fragmentary text notes a son of a Mr and Mrs associated with Pho to Shop speaking about postwar service as an air pilot with the U S A. Ne. The passage lacks clear names dates or places.
A memorial service at Central church Sunday morning drew members of the Smith Tobey American Legion and its Auxiliaries with Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Auxiliary. Rev. Laforest E. Hodgkins spoke on dedicating service to fellowmen as a memorial to the fallen, followed by VFW memorial rites. At Beacon Street Methodist church the Sons of Union Veterans and the Auxiliary attended with special music and baritone Clifford Smith. Alfred H. Ives preached on Life's Victors.
Three cases heard by Judge Gardiner R. Deering in Bath Municipal Court involved H. MacMahon of Bath who pled guilty to reckless driving and unlicensed operation. He paid a $50 fine and $4.70 in court costs for reckless driving and $4.70 court costs for the unlicensed charge, both alleged on Carlton Bridge. State Trooper Frank W. Powers was the complainant. One intoxication case pleaded guilty, paid $4.70 costs, and was discharged.
The June term Traverse jury at Sagadahoc County Superior Court includes Arthur H. Colby Marion S. Cain Ruth S. Denni son Sidney L. Eaton Ethel Es mond John Evans Ruth Mac Kenie Clifton E Moody Arrowsie Mikired B Phin ney Bowdoin Emery C Whitney Bowdoinham Ralph W Ches ley Rae LaCroix cece enente White rim R Eaton Marcia Baker Gustave A Eckman Florence Wheeler ham Elizabeth Alexander Higgins Edward Jor John Tobey West Bath Betty G Bou dreau Woolwich Sarah B Bous field William Fogg The Eastern slope of the Andes in Peru may be the original home of the tomato.
Two Bath youngsters marked their fifth birthdays Thursday at a Nolnt Seekins home party. Pink and white decorations, a surprise package, gift favors, cake, and floral arrangements filled the afternoon. Guests included Colleen O'Donnell Mary Ellen Spear Kathy Coffin Joyce Ring Pamela Brown Karen Back Anthony McLaughlin David Buratace Jackie Preney Joey Suthers and mothers Mrs O'Donnell Mrs Ring Jr Mrs Spear Mrs Coffin Mrs Abbott.
The article describes ongoing repairs on Front Street and adjacent streets with two inch fills along the surface or from mains. Streetcar movements disrupt paving blocks between rails and along the north side. Authorities say the fill must settle for at least a year before attempting a permanent surface.
A Sunday afternoon band concert in the city park faced cold stormy weather but still delivered strong performances. Captain Blair urged local youths to join the Civilian Naval Reserve during Naval Reserve Week, highlighting courses, pay, and a yearly two week cruise.
The School department has purchased a new International bus for transporting children. It arrived and is in storage and will not be used until the next fall term. The orange bus seats 48 with facing rows and a center aisle. Funds were raised over several years for this purpose. War conditions delayed the earlier plan for a second bus.
Troop 50 of the Boy Scouts of America, facing disbandment without a sponsor, received sponsorship from the Bath Eagles. At Hyde Park Recreation Hall last Wednesday, George Hastings presented the charter to Frank Ozzella after a ceremony where over 30 attendees joined in games and viewed Camp Hinds scout films.
Seven cases were heard by Judge Gardiner R. Deering in Monday municipal court. Linwood Koehling of Sebasco pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle without a license and was fined $5 plus $5.60 costs or 15 days in jail. Six intoxication charges were heard. five respondents were guilty with fines of $5 and costs totaling $6.50 or 15 days in jail. The sixth respondent was found guilty, fined $5 with $11.62 costs or 30 days in jail. Richard M. Cousins, USN, has returned to New York after visiting his parents and brother in town. he has spent years in Navy service, including submarine duty.
Marshal Langdon E Green announced that parking on Commercial Street between Arch and Lombard will be banned while Front Street from Arch to City Hall Square is closed for a 16 inch water main project. Freight cars on the Kennebec Wharf track plus parked autos narrow passage, stopping both directions until work ends.
The Augusta Department of Health weekly bulletin for the week ending May 17 lists chicken pox eleven cases measles five cases mumps one case syphilis two cases in Sagadahoc County The statewide report shows overall improvement from 1946 except for chicken pox measles and tuberculosis.
A Public Welfare Department representative named here will pass the end of a journey with her grandmother Mrs. Ella Legard of North Street, highlighting a personal milestone amid public service.
A religious education lead in for the two years notes Friday service led by Ms. and Mrs. Jay Bowker of the Bowker household. The daughter of Dr. Harmon of Caribou features in this community event.
An old water main failure damaged private service pipes and a gate valve near Freeman's shop causing unplanned repairs. Crews replaced a section of main with a new pipe and gate, shutting off water to businesses along the route until the larger main could be connected and the system restored.
The Machias river harbor boundary now runs from Weymouth Point along the east shore to Crocker's Point and across the river to Graveyard Hill. It marks new productive areas north and south of the fall lines, with lands opened and permitted for development along the river and its flats.
A gasoline shovel ignited in a blaze prompting neighbors to beat at it with rags while a call brought Conleas Fire Station. Firefighters found no further danger as three patrolmen rushed to the grounded motor base and no services were needed.
Mr. and Mrs. Olie E. Payne and Mrs. Barrett of Dixfield must complete arrangements after five days with Mr. Payne's niece Mrs. Liverett Lemont of High Street and Mrs. Otis Card of North Street in a coastal town community event.
Eccentric phrases describe day camps as recreation for children amid budget limits and ongoing concern about long term community planning. Information suggests contacting the Y M C A for details on attendance.
Sewall Coal Company removes a coal shed south of its existing facility near Kennebec & Co. and plans a new 100 by 30 feet shed on High street at the north end. The move adds frontage on the Kennebec River and enhances rail access to Bath, with continued maintenance of current facilities until the new setup is complete.
A national interest arises in harvesting large quantities of Irish moss along the Maine coast. Moss is used in medicines and rain remedies. Collecting by hand is possible near the tide line, with light yellow stems and leaves indicating quality. further details available from Postine A. 8. 500 Peshtigo Court, Chicago.
A fragment notes Yuan Hag rejoiced in the duration of her visit with three for the time mentioned. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context or entities beyond the names and vague activity.
A Bath based orchestra and a vocalist will perform weekly at Oakland Park in Rockland each Thursday. The ensemble, linked to the university annex, aims to boost business district activity with a string of dances and musical appearances.
An informal note lists Mr. Smith as director and two campers Rosenthal and R. t. from Waterville along with Willies Inton and A. Wyman of Augusta. Activities are arranged for a 1940s camp and include boating aboard a fleet of docks and floaters.
Annie Sullivan of Liber Street assists in wartime work with Middle Aircraft division. Family notes her engagement follows the efforts of her son Robert Morris of Ker who attended related training and service.
Puzzle shows scattered cryptic entries and partial clues such as for 34 and 36 with river and city hints. Text includes garbled OCR fragments and stray letters, offering a glimpse of a crossword grid and clue list without complete entries.
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