04 Sep 1947
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1947
Page
1
Seasonal notes highlight autumn foliage and travel in Maine while Lewiston and Auburn push for clean waterways on the Androscoggin. State officials insist on action, and Harry M. Huse is remembered for service. National politics hint at Brewster as a potential favorite son for president in 1948.
A Manila of Maine chapters reviews a sea loving writer's tour of Bath, Boothbay Harbor, Waldoboro and Pemaquid. It highlights ships flags, ship chandlery, pirate legends, old houses, and famed Maine places like Bar Harbor and Kennebec coast, ending with a longing for summers by the sea.
Fragment mentions continued donations of land to native state's Katahdin Park, adding acres to the park after initial allocations. The text notes ongoing development and expansion efforts tied to the park’s growth and preservation.
Nelson Eddy appears as Captain Jim Lawrence in Northwest Outpost at the Bath Opera House for a two day run with Ilona Massey. Set near Fort Ross California the outdoor musical drama blends romance action and humor with a strong supporting cast including Elsa Lameeaster Hugo Faas Joseph Schildkraut Tamara Shayne and Lenore Ulric.
The article notes that silkworm raising could suit temperate or tropical climates in the United States, with New Jersey and Florida leading. It discusses the high cost of cocoons, the need for technical know-how, and claims the 1940s Bureau of Entomology studies showed viable yields but costly operations. It warns prospective sericulturists to research before investing.
Wesley Church Women’s Society met in the vestry. Mrs. Katherine Upalice led a talk on The Chilea and Its Education Today. Flower committee members were named with dates in September. The group voted to hold a fund sale on December 27 and to observe the week of prayer in October. Dr. Clare will preach at Wesley Church Sunday morning.
Henry Kingsbury of 343 Front Street Bath Maine writes that a shipyard whistle keeps his neighborhood awake at night. His letter notes residents cannot remove storm windows or screen doors and calls for action to stop the loud noise. The editor says the plant manager promised to discontinue the whistle.
Violen F Kane of 14 Denny Road pleaded guilty to driving before Judge Gardiner Ring in Bath Municipal Court. Warrant officer Wana W Powers testified to an accident on School Street with no injuries though both cars were damaged. Costs were assessed.
Capilly faces renewed effort to recover lost ground as zones and chances improve late in the season. The team emphasizes defense and pace to regain control of play and secure better results heading into key matches.
Archaeologists note the first dinosaur bone discovery occurred in Connecticut. The find signals a significant paleontological milestone for the region and sparks renewed interest in local fossil sites.
In a crowded regatta, Beeee ours platen led early as Yellow Peril finished first, followed by Drake Jr and Small Point boat Ho Ho, with Small Pointers J. Bayard Drett in fourth. Pine Tree class boats, built by late P’ dellig and associated with the New Meadows River Regatta, dominated the event, while Small Point 10-foot boats challenged throughout.
A twenty foot sailboat was towed to William D. Sewall by Fenny Hedgsy after striking rocks on the Kennebec River. The craft was on the point of landing when it was driven ashore. coast guard responders were summoned and the incident cost about $1 in damage.
The Bath Canning Co. new fishing boat Lou Ann arrived in the river this morning with its first cargo of fish. The vessel underwent its initial careen and carried a modest amount of fish for the company.
Fragmentary shipboard register includes names such as Stuart Bear Drake Lana Cooke Margie Hawkes and W Small Jr with references to Birch Point and dates 4.24.26 3.19 4.16.50 3.61.05 3.61.84 and vessel names Lenape Lady and Bounty with ratings Brig ham’s.
The report notes Little Torrent achieving a money win at the muster with a stream of earnings. North Bern led with 163.11 percent, Massasoit second at 176.10 percent, Damariscotta fourth at 130.8, and Berwick placing with 306 fish noted among results.
An Olympic style comparison notes Liberia’s land area as roughly equivalent to the U.S. states of Ohio or Pennsylvania. The statement places Liberia’s scale in familiar terms for readers.
A rough summary notes a school exhibit featuring junior and beginner classes. Mentions Charis, Leah Heimand, Marilyn, and Geett as participants. Special wards were given to several students for notable efforts and display of talent.
Eng"eing of the parts of New Baa and a aoe appears as a cryptic fragment in the clipping. The readable lines hint at a discussion of regional naming or reform but lack a clear event or speaker. The readable items suggest a local inquiry or note on terminology without a definite outcome.
An item appears distributed by Kink Features Syndicate Inc under the byline POMATP aa RAE a WH with no additional readable context or dates. The fragment provides no clear event, location, or persons beyond the distributor.
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