09 Oct 1947
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1947
Page
1
A brief postal office entry records Bath as the location with a note on class circulation status. The line signals archival cataloging of postal matters at the Bath facility.
A review notes a new rubber supply source and adequate production to avert crisis. Litchfield compares 1997 to 1939 prewar prices, citing wage growth from 1900 to 1999 and a $288 million wartime tax bill in 1945. An executive credits free enterprise for progress while detailing reconversion needs and shifts in labor efficiency and tire value.
The piece argues against leftist claims of American imperialism in oil ventures. It credits American investors engineers and executives with developing vast oil fields and notes collaboration with the Arabian government to maximize production and benefits beyond mere extraction.
The text reflects on how roads and communities built by American enterprise raise living standards, arguing both sides must bargain for fair shares of benefits and profits as industry broadens civilization overseas.
Shippers protest Interstate Commerce Commission rate increases as railroads cite higher operating costs and arbitration-set wage hikes. Rail lines report traffic up 50 percent since 1929 while earnings lag, with annual cost increases around 460 million dollars. Higher rates seen as essential to prevent transportation breakdown across industry and agriculture.
The Times lauds its paper carriers and nationally celebrates boys and girls who deliver papers daily and sell at newsstands. The piece highlights honesty thrift promptness and faithful service as virtues learned on the job and credits these early duties with shaping useful futures in weathering all conditions.
The piece argues price rises stem from economic forces and not single blame. It notes an industrial boom with high wages and costs, large export activity, and a huge public debt fueling inflation while desire for more goods intensifies demand.
Mrs. Arthur Wing, a Day's Ferry school teacher, and friends visiting the White Mountains were surprised by sparse autumn color, finding fewer reds and golds than expected around Bath.
Bath Maine campaign to place 85 veterans and other handicapped workers in suitable jobs expands nationwide. Maine government and federal partners including American Legion VFW Disabled American Veterans Amvets and service clubs support the drive begun Aug 27 by a presidential proclamation and Gov Hildreth’s Sept action. In nine months Bath office placed 142 handicapped workers including 74 veterans. statewide over 1 000 workers and about 750 were World War II veterans. About 1 200 handicapped veterans are registered seeking jobs.
The Sequoia Archery Club met at the Community Center Monday night with members including Joe Parkyn John St Martin Walter Gaudet Ralph Berry Oliver Foster Rosario Gagnon John Leonard Claire Grainger Pauline Crosby Ruth Clark Louise King Frances Grainger and more. New members boost competition and a beginners night Thursday at 7 aims to reduce confusion while teaching fundamentals. John St Martin shows marked improvement with a heavy bow and practice. Lester Young leverages service experience in rabbits and wild pigs shooting. Claire Grainger and Pauline Crosby score rising as Claire uses a new bow. Joe Parkyn maintains confidence and accuracy. Walter Gaudet won a recent contest. seasoned members often hit three or four bullseyes, occasionally splitting arrows.
The Bath Iron Works waterfront teems with activity as 15 crafts are tied up for winter, including two partially completed destroyers, French trawlers, a German built yacht now owned by Emperal Steamship Corp., and a towboat. The vessel operated as USS U Mont in WWII and formerly Reveler, built in Kiel in 1930, has been in American registry since 1933.
Mr and Mrs Mellen Potter and daughter Jo Ann of Biddeford visited Mr and Mrs Thompson Potter on Court Street and have now returned home after a few days with the Potters.
Several defendants pleaded guilty to traffic and larceny related charges. Elwood W. Grover faced assault and battery with a $4.70 total cost. John R. Sinclair Jr was held on $500 sureties after forgery allegations. Donald Lefebvre paid $5 and $4.70 costs with two months probation. Roland Lamarre faced reckless driving with $50 fine and two weeks probation. Patrolman Kel lih er assisted in Bath case and Judge Deering ordered probation in two matters.
The Mohiba queen candidates were announced for the senior and junior classes. Senior class president Joan Shaw revealed four names Avis Ruthomere Barbara Godfrey and others. Junior class president Bill Jackson announced four junior candidates Peggy Garside June Gill Jane Grant Janet er. Tickets for Mohiba Varieties and Mohiba ball will be available soon.
Fourth grade pupils held a doll show at Mitchell School after school on Friday afternoon. The exhibit featured a display of dolls and related items, drawing attention from students and teachers.
The article notes continued debate among officers and the Board of Aldermen over the installation of Scatathion parking meters. The Police committee reportedly holds the only current answer, with members indicating the order has been passed but not yet installed.
The Y M C A outlines four groups including Junior Club League and Senior League with programs for volleyball, billiards, ping pong, badminton and various club activities. Season opens Thursday Oct 9 at 5 30 pm with initial sessions and ends with year banquet for clubs. The Y M C A hosts events and sends 16 delegates to the State Conference in Portland November 21 to 23.
A report outlines donations of clothes, soap and powdered laundry items sent to Nazarene College Nitshill West and various British authorities. The donor speaks on witnessing distribution to cities and children, urging further support and speaking engagements with church groups.
Nippy conditions and circulating rumors about a pageant or local rostrel surfaced, with a tense tone of cooling temperatures and uncertain local chatter. No concrete events or figures are confirmed in the fragment, but residents discuss unusual cold and distant, partially heard references to a public gathering.
A Portland report praises the 4-H Club and youth programs. The piece references Sir Roy J. Turset of Oklahoma and notes the value of engaging boys and girls in constructive projects. It mentions Herefords and prizes at American cattle shows as illustrations of youth achievement.
Bath library expands with new ABW books including Out of My Life Vanes Bour and Lovers Helen sein Chronicle Cleretd s B Cos Price Of Foxes Samuel Shel Second Growth Wallace ng On 52nd Street Dora Clift David David Striped Suitcase Carol Car eT Bushnell Tide Rode Adelyn Toward What Bright Land Walter Conley Art Of Plain Talk Rudolph Battle Report Pacific slp middle phase Walter Kar v ta Cervants Aubrey F Bell the Conqueror Corvelle Early Pressed Glass Germany's Underground Allen W Dulles xtReilly of the White House Michael F Reilly Wolf Albert P Terhune
Photographers both amateur and pro will contribute to a salon exhibit planned as the city’s first of its kind. About four hundred square feet of wall space is needed to hang the works. The Click Club has secured the prints for the show.
BM. Sgt. Morin of iCorps of Engineers Air Force and the Information and Education Division of the War Department announced a display featuring the largest First Army cat. The exhibit will run October 14 to 17 at Topsham Fair.
One case before Municipal Court shows a sentence or judgment totaling $5 with court costs taxed.
A truck operated by Edward Z Delano dragged two boys along Muse Street to Rines Gas Station on Center Street after catching with its bumper. Both boys were entangled before Delano stopped. No charges will be brought against Delano.
Wes Ever was placed on a one week probation after pleading guilty to a theft charge. He must pay a fine and costs as part of the sentence.
Work in G and jorace noted as portions of the Program PCT Session A. The record highlights ongoing efforts and related tasks within the session framework.
The excerpt records Lt. General Clay and former governor Sewall discussing postwar Germany and U S efforts. Sewall expresses cautious optimism about American aid and says he plans to reflect on political plans while planning a Maine trip for lobster with associates, indicating casual remarks amid serious topics.
R. Clinton McFadden of North of Boston visited on Monday for a local exchange with residents. The event included discussions on community plans and upcoming activities.
City Marshal Langdon E. Green presented the case in a municipal court hearing accusing the defendant of selling property without title. The counts allege unlawful sale and court action followed to address the matter.
Garbled report describes a Lambert Park fire with delayed arrival and unclear crew actions. Engine 4 responded after the box alarm, but the sequence and cause remain illegible. No precise dates, people, or outcomes can be confirmed from the fragment.
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