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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1948
Page
1
During the war the railroads set rates via a government approved committee. No rate charged exceeded the published rate. Freight charges paid by the government in 1942 totaled 5.606 billion dollars, which would have netted 62 thousand more if different terms applied. The process followed government guidance to ensure speed and efficiency.
The editorial condemns President Truman for refusing to hand the loyalty investigation records to the House Committee on Un American Activities. It warns that confrontation between Congress and the President harms the functioning of the American system and suggests the President has pushed the argument too far.
The piece notes 16 million union members and a 42 percent fall in strikes since Taft-Hartley. Struck days drop from 42,110,000 to 26,994,000 as disputes persist but at a lower rate, with both sides still filing claims.
American buying has boosted Cuba’s sugar industry while Cuba overproduces. The surplus creates headaches for the nearby neighbor. U.S. sugar producers push to limit cane and beet sugar exports as catchers behind the bat face pressure.
Between January and July this year the foreign sugar supply to the U S market totaled 21 947 713 short tons. The note references Cuba and other southern regions as sources. The data highlights the scale of non domestic sugar in the market.
Official information indicates men aged 25 must register under a government plan calling up to 30,000 monthly by 1949, beginning with a specific group. The message notes nationwide enrollment and official scheduling details.
Paul Levesque of Nashua New Hampshire manages the new enlarged Grant Store in Bath. John Kennedy is assistant manager with staff from existing Grant stores assisting in setting up. The list includes many sales personnel across departments and seven Morse High School students as part time clerks.
A Bath area tale from the Grenier family recalls a cat giving birth to seven kittens and a baby mouse found later in the litter. The mouse, eyes open at a week old, receives catlike care from Mother Kitty and daily feeding from Earl Grenier using cream on a toothpick. The unusual pet arrangement delights the Grenier household.
Misa Betty Harper, a student nurse at Maine General Hospital, is identified in connection with an incident at the facility. Authorities investigated the matter and no further details were released. The case draws attention to hospital procedures and staff roles.
A Bath reader lauds the playground plan, praising its role in reducing complaints and police records. The letter argues such programs benefit all children, foster discipline and citizenship, and deserve continued support and funding. It urges replacing a negative sign with Children Welcome.
Edith Louise King is engaged to Pfc. William F. Areiss King, a graduate of Morse High and a 1946 graduate, now serving in the Army. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Barter of 34 Valley Road. No wedding date yet set.
Dr and Mrs Earle Wade of Front Street hosted weekend visitors including Mr and Mrs Wade and Miss Dawn Wade, followed by Mr and Mrs William Lowther and Miss Norma of Calais.
Incomplete OCR text outlines room changes for students and elective cards. It mentions Henry, Earle Warren, Royce r, Betty Amy, Jean Kell, and implies shifts to Room E for non enrolled students by Friday.
No evidence of leaked gasoline is found along the Kennebec River after the grounding of the Lucy Reinauer at Hallowell. Observers from Jerry Gilmore to local crews note the fuel may have spread thinly or evaporated, with little chance of reaching Bath coves or Merrymeeting Bay. The incident involved about 250000 gallons of gasoline from the Boston Fuel Co. tanker, whose bow plates were damaged during landing at the Standard Oil bulk plant.
A surprise stork shower was hosted at 778 Washington Street for Mrs Joseph Perow nee Ade line Hinckley of Bay Point. A pink and white basinet held many gifts while refreshments were served by a long list of local friends and family.
Local match results list participants Claude Faulkner Dave Henderson DeRocco Dane Morrison Wilson Lake Howard Lester Leo Hansberry and others from Bath Lake New York and surrounding areas with the outcome favoring LeBel in a contested bout.
A notice invites interested people to enroll in a church education class starting September 22 at 7 30. It encourages those willing to assist in Christian education to participate and build confidence. To enroll contact the pastor or dean Rev Arvid L Anderson.
Lakewood Theatre presents An Inspector Calls with Mary Alice Moore as reporter and Elaine Perry as a widow. Cast includes Royal Bear, Don Kennedy, Leona Markle, John Glendinning, and Don McGinnis. Performances 8 p.m. weekdays through Saturday with 2 30 p.m. matinee. Seven Keys to Baldpate opens Monday September 13 and runs through September 19.
Youth Fellowship of the Beacon Street Methodist Song was represented at the Immediate Institute held at the Institute of ly Higgins. Alfred Ives, an Lente of Pinch, also attended the institute and taught.
Notes record Claudia of Montsweag visiting and a daughter named Be seeking holidays in Québec. Ernest Meuse and his wife have lived on Heath Lane for months and moved Sunday to an apartment on Willow Street.
The Sunshine Vacation School ends in Ae with Mrs York and teachers listing award winners across primary and junior classes. Notable names include Evelyn Southard of Bath Nancy Jane Garside and Russell family members along with several others. Regular Sunday school continues in the Community hall.
The article fragment mentions floodlight plans, sand coating, burials at Oak Grove, new and edged lots, health inspections, and a city meeting in Orono. It also references income figures and a water main extension in Bath, with unclear revenue implications and investments.
Street church Rev Joseph Ordue officiated as Morse High School graduate and Army veteran Sergeant Hatch wed a local bride. The ceremony included family members and a best man, with a decorated cake in the reception room. Hatch served two years with the 346th Army Engineers overseas in Europe.
The Knights of Columbus extend an invitation to members and guests for a program featuring Richard Renshaw presenting sport films. A light supper will be served to close the event.
Mrs H B Smith of 276 Washington Street mourns the loss of several plants she tended. The article notes the plants were cut or damaged, with the loss keenly felt by the homeowner who plans to replace them.
Fragmentary text mentions a person named Gardiner son of id and Catherine Burke. References a principal McComb of Bria academy and a scheduled major league game in Boston this week.
Bowdoin College plans a reception where MacMillan and colleague will recount their Arctic voyage experiences near the North Pole. The event highlights include the schooner record, the Northland expedition, and sponsorship by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Jaquith and their three children are mentioned in a local society item. the note highlights family life and community ties within the neighborhood.
A garbled snippet mentions weed and coded terms with scattered letters. The readable portion provides no clear event, person, or organization to anchor a factual news item.
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