Iron Works Chief Happy Over Naval Award in Bath
President William S. Newell and Treasurer L Eugene Thebeau of Bath Iron Works Corp returned to Portland from Washington D C by train and drove to Bath where Newell relaxed at home after learning the yard secured nearly seven million dollars in naval construction. He spoke of second bid position, pending Navy details, and planned 32 hour max weeks with 45 cent hourly pay while awaiting material. He praised Governor Brann and Senator White for support amid a hot spell and hectic days in the Capitol. The piece also covers Bath aldermen debating city employee vacations with pay and potential federal relief funding, detailing committee actions and pay adjustments for fire drivers and police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.‘ Eugene Thebeau
Bath Iron Works Corp
Washington, D. C
Portland
Bath
The
Iron Works
Washington Street
Newell
National Capitol
Mr. Newell
Georgia
Navy Department
Louis J. Brann
United States
Wallace H. White Jr
Maine
Washington
Auburn
White
Capitol
Lorand Pres. Brown
Footer
Dougherty
Sewall
Police Committee
Finance Committee
Alderman Dougherty
Taylor
Fire Department
Brown
Council
Committee On Fire Department
Lord
Wold
Merchants Adopt Open Hour Schedule
City Hall meeting closes a general opening and closing agreement for most retailers from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. weekdays with Saturday hours 9 p.m. Next Monday the schedule takes effect. Grocers have not agreed yet. they must stay open 63 hours weekly with workers limited to 48 hours. A further meeting is planned. Barbers discussed the barber code and a N R A inquiry will proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
Russell Colby
National Recovery Administration
Portland Youth Pinansky Receives Harvard Scholarship Honors
Irving M. Pinansky age 17 son of Portland lawyer L. Pinansky and honorary Old Orchard Beach police member has been named for a $300 Harvard scholarship. This is his fourth such honor as he begins his junior year at Harvard in September after an early start at Portland High School where he earned honors and the Brown medal at 15. He won Harvard Club of Maine and mid-year freshman scholarships, plus a finals award.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irving M. Pinansky
L. Pinansky
Portland
Old Orchard Beach
Harvard
Young Pinansky
Harvard Club
Maine
West Bath Woman Sees 100th Birthday Milestone
Anne Eliza Rich of West Bath, widow of Henry R. Rich, begins her hundredth year after turning 99 on Thursday. Born Aug. 3, 1834, she resides on Berry's Mills Road with her son, Town Clerk Harry J. Rich, and daughter Odie M. Rich. She is a descendant of John and Priscilla Alden and has four grandchildren, with visits from relatives and friends marking the occasion.
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West Bath
Anne Eliza Rich
Rich
Clarence Depuy
New York City
George Church
Robert
Boston
July Bridge Receipts Surpass Last Year in Similar Period
Traffic gains on the Kennebec bridge reflect road improvements on Route 1. July totals show Motors 53,067 vs 45,895. People 132,927 vs 114,130. Cash 24,685.00 vs 20,413.75. Overall receipts exceed the prior July by $4,371.25 due to 7,172 more cars and 18,797 more travelers.
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Kennebec
Bar Harbor
Gain Motors
Governor Brann Dines With Family at New Meadows Inn
Governor Louis J. Brann and his family dined Sunday at New Meadows Inn and visited the Country club. He praised Bath Iron Works for securing the destroyer contract and spoke of a new industrial era. Ex-mayor Cahill joined, and treasurer L. Eugene Thebeau was present. Mrs. Pamelia C. Coffin is critically ill at 907 High Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis J. Brann
New Meadows Inn
Brann
Bath
Bath Iron Works Corp
Cahill
L. Eugene Thebeau
Iron Works
Pamelia C. Coffin
High Street
Fowler released Monday due to lack of evidence in Bowdoin death
Chester Fowler of South Portland, held since Friday on suspicion in a Bowdoin death six months ago, was released Monday after Androscoggin County officials concluded no admissible evidence supported continued detention. Curtis Hore, alleged accomplice, remained under investigation as officers disclosed a sensational letter from Boston police outlining the case.
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Chester Fowler
South Portland
Albert Henderson
John P. Carey, Jr
Bowdoin
Bath
Auburn
Joseph Curtis
Lisbon Falls
Carey
Attorney General’s Department
Androscoggin County
Fowler
Henderson
Stephen J Flaherty
Boston Police
Department of Investigation
Cashman
Station 15
Boston
Curtis Hore
Stephen J. Flaherty
Ipswich
Portland
Curtis
Maine
Flaherty
Chester
Saco
Sagadahoc
Survey Next Steps for Bath Brunswick Road Relocation
A survey of the proposed relocation of the State highway between Bath and Brunswick will be conducted soon. The route would use Center street Rocky Hill and Old King's Turnpike, cross the New Meadows river near Bull Rock bridge, then follow the A and K tracks to join the present highway at Cook's Corner. The survey will assess practicality and cost.
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Bath
Brunswick
Brann
Executive Council
Center Street
Rocky Hill
King's Turnpike
New Meadows
Old Bull Rock Bridge
Camp fire lightning discharge entails hospital release
All men from the Lewiston C C C camp have been discharged from Ste Marie's General hospital where they were treated after lightning struck the camp tents. Among the last to leave was Lawrence Cordner of Palmer Massachusetts who was injured when the truck carrying injured men overturned on leaving the camp grounds. Cordner did not suffer rib fractures as first feared.
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Lewiston C. C. C
Ste. Marie’s General Hospital
Lawrence Cordner
Palmer
Mass
Cordner
Bath Iron Works Wins Navy Destroyer Contracts
Bath Iron Works Corp of Bath Maine secured contracts to build two 1500 ton destroyers under the Navy 21 ship program. The bid was 3,429,000 dollars for each vessel with a clause for adjustments within set limits for labor and material costs.
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Bath Iron Works Corp
Bath
Maine
Navy
Bath Company
Bath Iron Works lands two destroyer contracts
The Bath Iron Works Corp. won Navy contracts for two destroyers. News reached Archibald M. Main and President William S. Newell, lifting Bath’s mood as steel mills gear up and work may begin in weeks. The project requires a 32 hour week under new government industrial code, with sections of engines and boilers to be shipped for assembly. Mayor John A. Lord praised the bid and urged civic cooperation for the national effort.
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Navy Department
Bath Iron Corp
Bath
Times
Associated Press
Archibald M. Main
Bath Iron Works Corp
Pres
William S. Newell
Washington
Main
Paul Revere
Davenport
Phelps
John A. Lord
Maine
Newell
Bath Bets On Iron Works Contracts Victory
Said Ralph G. Stetson, president of the Board of Trade, that the news is wonderful for Bath and should fill citizens with optimism. He praises Mr. Newell and his associates at the Iron Works for securing contracts and calls for congratulations on a successful outcome benefiting the city. The Board sent a telegram to Mr. Newell at the Hay Adams House in Washington: Bath behind you solidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph G. Stetson
Board of Trade
Bath
Newell
Iron Works
Roscoe Clinton McFadden
Mr. Newell
Hay Adams House
Washington
Bath Iron Works praised by Bath Democrats
The Democratic city committee led by chairman John J. Mulcahy sent a telegram to William S. Newell praising his service to Bath and his work benefiting the Bath Iron Works.
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Democratic
John J. Mulcahy
William S. Newell
Bath
Bath Iron Works
Cahill Offers Congratulations to Newell and Thebeau
The ex mayor Charles H Cahill praised the president Newell and treasurer L Eugene Thebeau for their roles in the city affair and sent personal telegrams of congratulation after the bell ringing at City Hall.
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Charles H. Cahill
City Hall
Pres. Newell
Treas
L. Eugene Thebeau
The
Iron
Milestone Bath Parade Honors Destroyer Contract Leaders
Bath residents packed streets and City park Friday night to celebrate the award of two destroyers. The event honored Bath Iron Works executives and associates, with speakers including naval officers and visiting dignitaries. Citizens expressed renewed optimism and pride in the city’s prosperity for years.
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Bath
Srnday
Pres
William S. Newell
Bath Tron Works Corp
Archibald M. Main
Vreas
Eugene Thebeau
Naval
Guysbert B. Vroom
Robert W. Ferrell
Bath Armistice Day Parade Draws 400 to 500 Participants
The biggest Bath parade since Armistice day drew 400 to 500 marchers over nearly a mile. The procession started about 7:15 after bells rang from all city churches. Marshal John C. Fitzgerald led with escorts Eugene Desmond Harold Freeman Trott and Lloyd Steeves followed by William Newell of Bath Iron Works and Mayor John Lord.
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Bath
Marcel
John C. Fitzgerald Ghd
John P. Croby
Mr. Fitzgerald
Eugene M. Desmond
Harold Corliss Freeman A. Trott
Lloyd E. Steeves
William S. Newell
Bath Iron Works
John A. Lord
Mr. Newell
Mr. Lord
Texas Company to Repair Bath Properties and Shipyard
George Quicksall of the Texas Co. said repairs will begin soon on Bath properties including homes and the former North End shipyard. F P Roney of the Marine Department inspected the Bath site and approved re roofing and painting work. The project promises work for local workers and may revive North End shipyard activity.
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George . Quicksall
Bath
The
Texas Co
North End
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Bath Plant
Perry
Ann Eliza Rich
Stetson
Texas Company
Johnson's Auto Cleaner
Johnson’s Auto Cleaner
Johnson’s Auto Wax
Johnson
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