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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1939
Page
2
The article argues sugar shortages are not war related and blames consumer alarm for stock raids. Officials say supply will recover once wholesalers replenish. profiteering should be reported to federal authorities. Citizens urged to stay calm while the nation remains out of war.
The author condemns alleged emery dust sabotage by Boston truck drivers during a Skowhegan base dispute. Six trucks needed new engines after damage from the acts, with calls for state police guarding operations to prove Maine’s commitment to orderliness in labor conflicts.
Secretary Wallace stated on radio that there is no sugar or flour shortage and that food raids were unnecessary. Governor Barrows ordered the Maine attorney general to investigate profiteering complaints and prosecute where warranted under state law.
The author urges withholding political criticism of President Roosevelt during the period of national unity against war. Support for the President is advised, emphasizing a focus on neutral policy rather than partisan attacks while acknowledging future internal political battles.
At the annual session of Odd Ladies of the Government of Maine held at Auburn Lodge Bath women were elected to office including Mrs. Fred S. Curtis re elected government treasurer Mrs. Wilfred W. Chaney re elected government financial secretary Mrs. Elmer F. Campbell re elected government guardian and Mrs. Seth Stewart re elected first trustee Other appointments covered hall committee finance committee and credentials committee The event featured a fish dinner for 64 and a Junior Auxiliary demonstration led by Mrs Edna Wing New Gloucester
Major R. H. Tait of the Newfoundland Information Bureau will address members of the Sagadahoc Rod Gun and Skeet Association and guests after a supper at Hotel Sedgwick on Thursday September 21 The talk will include four full color moving pictures of moose ptarmigan tuna and salmon fishing Reservations are limited to 150 and should be made promptly Committee members include President William T Donnell Edward E Sonia C Redford Christiansen Edgar W Oliver and William M Briggs.
The Manhattan's Atlantic crossing drew interest from Bath Iron Works chief engineer Edward P. Steininger who left the ship to join the Bath yard in 1936. Steininger, famed for work on the George Washington, helped oversee machinery for destroyers built at Bath.
Fernand J. Bouchard of Pejepscot paid a $10 fine and $9.91 costs after speeding in Bowdoinham. George B. Hutchinson of Somerville pleaded guilty to passing on a curve with obstructed view and paid $5 fine plus $8.09 costs. In Portland, a 45 year old mother Grace Mattick and her three daughters faced shoplifting charges. the mother received two years probation after six months jail, the daughters received similar leniency after sentencing to the Women’s Reformatory at Skowhegan.
Cape Porpoise sailors expect a high stakes match when Frank Wagner's 65 year old sloop meets Harve Sinnett's schooner in a state championship style race. Dwight Underwood expects 25 boats. two classes pace for an official one mile course starting at 1 pm at Shackford's Lobster Car with Merton Hutchins and Capt. Stinson as judges.
The Little Red School House in York Village, believed to be the oldest in America, has been purchased by the Association for the Preservation of Historical Landmarks and Buildings and will remain on permanent exhibit. Built in 1745, it features ancient benches, a draughty fireplace, a whipping post, and a gourd-attached drinking cup.
Brunswick Concert association announces three season concerts in the high school auditorium. La Argentinita opens November 6, Isabel French soprano performs December 12, and Efrem Zimbalist violinist closes March 12. Tickets only for house guests. Bath supporters urged to pay dues. Bowdoin College adds Curtis String Quartet January 19, Glee Club March 18, Yves Chardon cello in April, and Robert Lang violin with date TBA.
Samuel Levy of Bath labels Lewiston the tagginest city after reporting a tagged car at police headquarters. He avoided charge as a first time visitor offense. Returning later with another tag for a double parked car on Park street, he paid a dollar at the clerk of courts and left without a receipt.
Mrs Prederick E Drake of Washington Street attended a Maine Committee gathering of the National Cathedral Association of the Episcopal Church held Saturday at Casco Fort home of Mr and Mrs Harold L Berry in Falmouth Foreside. Former Senator George Wharton Pepper and Bowdoin College President Kenneth C M Bills spoke, followed by an informal tea.
Mrs Granville M Colby spoke to the Cosmopolitan club after an extensive 21 day 7649 mile Southwestern trip detailing visits to Santa Fe St Louis San Francisco Albuquerque Mojave Desert Salt Lake City mining districts Kansas Indian reservations and crafted displays of Indian crafts and artifacts A rising vote of thanks was given for securing a baby grand piano for the club The late Miss Jane Sewall Murphy was remembered with a tribute and committee appointments were noted for resolutions and upcoming exchanges with Boothbay Harbor Oct 2.
Engine trouble forced the steamer Virginia off the Bath to Boothbay Harbor route on Sept 5. Capt Theo Macaulay used the 38 foot Friendship cruiser in her place, followed by the Squirrel Inn with Lyman Farmer as purser and a son of Capt Walter E Farmer taking over Virginias duties.
Mr and Mrs Robert P Manson Win negance announce the engagement of their daughter Roberta P Manson to Duncan H Farrell son of Mr and Mrs Harry F Farrell 8 Turner court Roberta a Morse high school graduate 1932 and bookkeeper at Powers market Duncan a Bath schools physical education instructor Morse 1929 Springfield College 1935 and this summer studying for a Masters at the University of Maine The wedding is planned for the early fall.
Nequasset Farm Bureau led by Miss Mary L. Wright met for an all day session at Mrs. Lena Spinney’s home. Mrs. Percy C. Bailey and Mrs. John C. Gilmore assisted as hostesses. October’s meeting will cover Aids to Clothes Buying at the Good Will club house with Dorothy Ryan in charge.
Governor Vernor calls motorists to extra care with school reopenings. He warns of child fatalities caused by careless driving and urges adherence to School Go Slow signs and the Safety Man slogan to protect children, pedestrians, and families statewide.
Major and Mrs. Albert Pickering were officially installed as divisional officers covering Maine New Hampshire Vermont and part of Massachusetts in Portland. Col Edmund C Hoffman led the ceremony with help from divisional staff. An overflow crowd heard speakers including James E Barlow Charles E Gurney and Rev Martin Sorenson pledging support for the new leaders and upcoming program.
Westbrook couple announce engagement of Eleanor M. Tucker to John E. Kenderdine son of Rev and Mrs Jesse Kenderdine Longtime S D Warren employees both educated at local high schools Tucker to marry October 14 at Beacon Street Church Bath.
Work on Bath's new submarine water main across the Kennebec nears completion with about 50 feet of pit remaining above low water. Crews test the 16 inch pipe by air and await valve deliveries while plans to raise a sunken motor boat sighted 800 feet offshore are prepared.
A Babcock and Wilcox boiler for a destroyer under construction at Bath Iron Works was delivered by water Friday aboard the Century, a Merritt Chapman and Scott lighter, towed by the Resolute tug. The boiler originated in Boston and was chosen for inspection under Navy policy.
Marriage returns show Sherman Brooks Burpee and Miss Pushard wed Sept 4 in Brooks by Rev. Thomas H. Martin. Virgil Bagley of Portsmouth and Miss Martha Schiot wed Sept 2 in Bar Harbor by Rev. J Homer Nelson, per City Clerk records.
Miss Constance Morin of Washington Street leaves for Troy New York to enter Russell Sage college after graduating in June from Oak Grove seminary in Vassalboro.
At the club house Donald B. Percy of Mt. Kisco presided as reports from the executive and house were read. The club will close Saturday after a successful season with Miss Anne Kimball of Bath as manager. Officers reelected include Mr. Percy as treasurer and chair of the committee, Miss Mabel Howard of Lancaster, Mrs. Douglas Dearborn of New York, and Miss Barbara Cox of New York. A rummage sale for Memorial hospital raised over 200 dollars, chaired by Mrs. John W. Williams. Mrs. Henry Dimby and Miss Jane Quimby, previously at the club, plan to return to New York. Mr. Quimby, formerly a Memorial hospital patient with sunburn, will join them in Bath.
An invitation to join the Research class in a social hour was accepted on Wednesday by Free Will Workers of Corliss Street church. Mrs Harold Walker hosted at 32 Highland street. business session chaired by Mrs Walker. A Sept 14 food sale was postponed to Sept 20. Present were Mrs John Hant Mrs Eugene Watson Mrs Edward McCabe Mrs Wilfred Chaney and Mrs Frederick Moffatt.
A fire of unknown origin destroyed a barn owned by Edward A. Perry on West Center Street used as a tool shed. The blaze was discovered Thursday morning and contained with slight damage by Engine 4 using a booster tank. Earlier fires nearby weeks suspected incendiary risks.
Johannes Simon a 24 year old German seaman is held in Bangor on a desertion charge after allegedly leaving his ship in Quebec to avoid returning to Germany. Two companions who fled with him are reportedly in Canadian police custody.
Mrs Oscar J Tanguay entertained the Ladies Auxiliary to the National Association of Letter Carriers No 801 at 17 Wesley street last week. Mrs John W Gillespie presided over the business session followed by a social hour. A supper event is planned by Mrs Frank Wakefield at 53 South street on Oct 4 for new member admissions.
The Glory the People in Belfast area will receive buried telephone wires covering about 26 miles. The system puts the wire 16 to 20 inches underground using a three-line plow driven along the roadside edge. Under good conditions the plow can bury a mile of wire daily with minimal hand labor. Customers can arrange home entry by providing a trench and covering the wire after installation.
Club Garret met Thursday evening for its first session since summer recess to chart the Hayseed Hop slated for early October. Miss Vanona A. MacDonald was named chair of the entertainment committee and, with other members, will appoint a monthly committee to plan programs after regular business sessions. Sixteen members attended. The next meeting is set for eight o clock next Thursday evening.
Leon F. Jackson of Dedham and Clarence A. Jackson of San Francisco visited Sunday with Hon. and Mrs. N. Gratz Jackson at 1 Shaw Street. Leon F. Jackson is the son of the late Percy E. Jackson, longtime local jeweler, and Clarence is Augustus Jackson’s son, reflecting a family with deep city ties.
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