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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1940
Page
2
The appeal stresses the Red Cross role in crises since 1917 18 and today demands broader support and participation. It urges enrollment through the annual roll call and invites volunteering in canvassing clothing knitting sewing and other tasks to strengthen disaster relief efforts.
The piece argues that Allied bombing aims to terrorize civilians and destroy industry. It warns the collapse of electricity, gas, and communication would redefine society, urging renewed appreciation for industry and its role in national defense.
This month mandates semi annual inspections for motor vehicles and issuance of windshield stickers to authorize highway operation. Authorities stress strict enforcement as a wise safety precaution.
The Bath Teachers Club hosts a card party on the evening of November 27 at Morse High School gym to raise funds for a senior award. Proceeds come from contract and auction with prizes donated by local merchants. about 25 tables already sold.
Bath joins 323 other Maine towns in university enrollment data. James A. Gannett, registrar, reports 1661 Maine students at the University of Maine, up from 1627 last year, with Sagadahoc County contributing 30 students from Arrowsic, Bowdoinham, Richmond, Topsham and Woolwich.
H V Kaltenborn arrived Friday from New York to speak at the local high school under Lions club auspices. Vice President Archibald M Main met him in Portland as the train was late. He toured Station WCSH and the Bath Iron Works shipyard before dining with Lions club officers and press representatives at the Sedgwick. He rested in the afternoon after the long trip.
Bath's New Meadows Cafe at 95 Front Street, formerly the Coffee Shop, enjoyed a strong opening day with nearly 100 seats filled at breakfast and a capacity crowd at noon. Proprietor Aubrey E. Steen received many floral tributes from friends and nearby businesses as the cafe launches in Shipping City.
Mrs John W Gillespie hosted the Auxiliary to the National Association of Letter Carriers at The Anchorage on November 6. Members quilted items for sale and a luncheon followed a business session. Attendants included Mrs James F E McLaughlin Mrs Cyril B Varney Mrs Frank S Wakefield Mrs Dwinal E Cornish Miss Velma I Cornish and Mrs Harold E Hodgkins. Election of officers is set for December 4.
A Friday evening gathering at 49 Dummer Street hosted by Mrs Armand Petit featured a scavenger hunt won by Miss Betty Small and Robert Fortier. Other attendees included Martha Torrey, Jean Stanton, Ruth St Peter, Frances Flaherty, Rhoda Katz, Frances Grainger, Audrey Hill, Hilda Staples, Richard Watson, Parker Worrey, Ralph Huston, Herbert Belanger, Robert Cummings, Gerald Nelson, Bernard Pratt, and Warren Atkins.
Members of Col. Dummer Sewall chapter D A R and other district groups gathered at Hotel Eagle Brunswick for a regional meeting with speeches and a banquet. A charity card party at Winter Street Auxiliary in the Y M C A raised 61.20 for a church carpet fund. prizes were awarded for contract and auction games and a Chinese auction prize cake.
Free Will Workers of Corliss Street church met at 51 Corliss street to plan a Christmas sale on Dec. 11. A meeting led by president Mrs. Harold S. Walker voted an extra Thanksgiving offering and funding for new choir music. Sewing for sale items continued. refreshments were served. Attendees included Mrs. Grace L. Block host, with Mrs. Fred M. Coombs, Mrs. Bowker, Mrs. McIntire, Mrs. Coombs, Mrs. Ins, Mrs. Farnham, Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Preble, Miss McCabe, and guests Mrs. Milton B. Rogers and daughter Mary.
Private Angelo Pecci of Bath stationed at Fort McKinley with Battery D 240th Coast Artillery Maine National Guard fell into the harbor near the Custom House wharf and was rescued by Patrolman Charles R. Wilson and Charles Barter. His face was cut by pilings and he was taken to Fort William infirmary.
Mr and Mrs Vernall Chaney of 18 Cato avenue announce the engagement of their daughter Cynthia Louise to William John Phillips Jr son of Mr and Mrs Phillips of 16 West street. Both graduates of Morse high school class of 1938. Miss Chaney works in Dr Joseph J Smiths office. Mr Phillips is in the machine shop at Bath Iron Works Corp. The wedding is set for December 28.
Marriage returns for George Edward Moore of 158 Center street son of Andrew H Moore and the late Hattie C Moore of Sebec and Marjorie Ardella Burgess of Dover Foxcroft daughter of Mr and Mrs Theodore C Burgess have been received in the office of City Clerk John W Gilmore.
Members of Troop 45 in Orono will canvass starting Wednesday to collect broken or discarded toys for repair or reconditioning for Christmas use. The effort aims to stock charity drives and spread holiday help.
The auxiliary to Dyer Flaherty post No 2197 V F W celebrated nine years with a G A R hall event. The program featured a junior drill escort, a flag ceremony, God Bless America, a dancing school display, and remarks from Emma Smith Auburn Rose Weeman and Maurice Warner among others. Ice cream and cake followed with dancing. a committee led by Doris Kingsbury organized the success.
Sagadahoc County Bar association assigns local members to advise draft registrants. Advisory board sessions occur in the city building with high school commercial course pupils assisting. Dates include November 14 to 22 with pairs Rubin Deering Carey Small Bridgham Keegan Novy Dale Bailey and others.
Bath, Maine freshman cross country runner Staley Cressey of Bowdoin placed 14th among 50 in the Interfraternity Cross Country Meet. Running Thursday for his Zeta Psi fraternity, he emerged as a notable newcomer with solid form in the college event.
In Starks the balloting split 65 for Willkie and 65 for Roosevelt, reflecting equal support. Harmony also produced a tie with 170 Republican and 170 Democrat votes.
Bath Girl Scout Council held its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. Alfred E. Carpenter outlining committees for the year and tentative plans for a mother and daughter banquet before Christmas. A Day Camp feasibility study in Bath was authorized to extend Scouting through summer with a new meeting place sought for the South End troop. Present were Mrs. Main, Mrs. Cogan, Mrs. Sewall, Mrs. Trott, Mrs. McFadden, Mrs. Gillies, Mrs. Saunders, Mrs. Hunter, and others. Council will meet December 4 at Stonehouse.
Herbert Fraser 21 of Raymond court was arrested by Patrolman Kingsbury after a Ford coach from Bath Iron Works parked at High street was stolen. He pleaded guilty at municipal court and is held for Sagadahoc Superior Court. The car valued 250 dollars sustained 60 dollars damage in a collision with a Wiseman's Farm truck.
Pine Tree Troop 11th registration observed with a candle light ceremony at Odd Fellows hall. Badges were presented and senior girls hosted lunch. December presents a new ceremony. Book Week bookmarks designed by the girls. several girls earned First Class Scout status and badges in various disciplines.
The Bundles for Britain drive operates at Senter's Department Store in Brunswick. The headquarters are open Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12 noon for knitting and gift donations of wool surgical supplies and air raid shelter materials. Those asking questions or paying for wool should address inquiries and contributions accordingly.
Mrs John H Hyde arrived Saturday from Boston to spend the holiday at Elmhurst.
Acadia lodge, K of P, remains in demand for its efficiency and glamor. A dress rehearsal was held for a Thursday event requested by Lincoln lodge of Damariscotta. Delmar House named vice chancellor. new members include William H. Shea, Loring Roberts, and Earl Freeman.
Willing Workers held a noon Tuesday bean dinner after the Research class met in Corliss Street church vestry. Next meeting is announced for December 4. Present were Lizzie French, Melville B. Clark, Rose Cooper, Jennie Curtis, Martha Cutting, Emma Daley, Minnie McPherson, George F. Allen, Winnie Mudge, Mamie Worrey, Ethel Morse, Frank P. Sylvester, Angus E. Burden.
Returns of the marriage show Armand Joseph Gallant of Portland and Ruth E Gordon of Boston wed November 7 in Boston. The ceremony was conducted by Dr. David L. Wilson at 918 Washington Street.
A small, appreciative audience enjoyed a recital by soprano Alice Baker and pianist Ulrika Adams in The Anchorage last week. The Band Boosters raised just over ten dollars for Morse High School Band. thanks go to The Anchorage for sponsorship and Arthur F. Mayo for lending chairs. The program included arias and songs by Barbiere, Rossini, Saint-Saens, De Koven, Gounod, Nevin, Handel, and Scand.
Rev. Joseph O Purdue spoke on Glimpses of America after a West Coast trip at the Winter Street Men's club meeting. A Ladies Auxiliary pot roast supper preceded the session and a vote was taken to donate ten dollars to the Christmas tree fund and invite Central Church Men's club to meet November 21 at Winter Street church. Supper committee listed.
A letter to Mrs. Edith Strout Spear in Randolph from her sister Mrs. Ellen Denton in Mitcham Surrey England describes life under nightly bombings. Mitcham is about ten minutes by bus from London, illustrating close proximity to danger and disruption.
James Mayers who is making his home with Mr. and Mrs. Harry T. Passmore on Dummer street passed the weekend in his home in Unity.
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