Declaration of Independence Hero Jefferson and Enduring Freedom
The article recounts the aging Declaration text stored and exhibited in state libraries, notes Jefferson as its original drafter at age 33, and salutes his life focused on freedom. It cites his quote on tyranny of the mind, mentions his death on July 4, 1826, the same day as John Adams, and praises the Declaration as America’s best known state paper.
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Eee
Thomas Jefferson
United
Ted
Congress
Jefferson
John Adams
Pentas 7 Inspection Marks Royal Matron’s Visit
The event featured Grand Matron Renee Danforth and Grand Patron Sara, with officers introduced and honored. A gift was presented by the wealthy presenter as praise for their work. The afternoon included a school event and a Bath territory greeting. Grand officers’ meeting planned for September 27 with a salad supper before the gathering.
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Matsee
Mil
Weaethy
Renee Danforth
Sara
G. W
Bath
Territory
Gienine
Hoover Warns Truman On Foreign Aid Then Balance Sheet
Former President Herbert Hoover warns President Truman that the rate of aid and loans abroad cannot continue without evil consequences. He calls for a total balance sheet to chart American ability to sustain ships and foreign commitments.
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Herbert Hoover
Truman
Van
Senate
Prophecy of business collapse stirs hopes of revival
A wavering forecast of market downturn prompts calls for quick action to stabilize firms. Analysts say policy tweaks and investor support could help avert widespread failures and restore confidence in the economy.
Vacation School At Beacon Street
The Daily Vacation school of Beacon Street Methodist church opens Monday for two weeks before July 4. Ages four to fourteen may attend with Rev. Alfred Ives directing. Blanche Locke leads the staff with Isabel Fifield assisting. Classes cover Child Life in Palestine and What is Your Bible with Explor ing the Bible with Intermediates. Handicraft and songs are offered along with light lunches and certificates for faithful attendance.
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Beacon Street Methodist Church
Alfred Ives
Blanche Locke
Isabel Fifield
Palestine
Alfred
O Ives
Beverly Deering
Edward St. Martin
Leeman Drake
Warren Beardsley
Firecracker Nuisance Prompted Date Shift to June 27
Mayor Donald N. Small warned at a special Board of Aldermen meeting that advancing the fireworks sale date to midnight June 27 has intensified nuisance. Police logged dozens of complaints as residents laments noise from premature discharges, with Woolwich and West Bath affected. The mayor urged a universal sale date closer to the Fourth to curb disruptions.
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Donald N. Small
Board of Aldermen
Woolwich
West Bath
Small
City approves earlier fireworks sales and local permits
The Board of Aldermen met and advanced the fireworks sale date citing merchant protests and cross town comparisons. Mayor Small warned universal sale dates may be needed and noted city ordinances limit spraying fireworks to 4 AM to 10 PM on July 4. A building permit denial for a sandwich shop drew further debate on zoning reforms. Patrolman Kingsbury获 leave for Veterans Hospital, while several Lambert Park and Hyde Park Terrace constables were appointed.
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Apt
Woolwich West Bath
Bath
Donald N. Small
South End
Foster Pratt
High Street
Joseph A. Robinson
Ae 7
Percy W. Kingsbury
Veterans Hospital
Tagus
Lambert Park
Hyde Park Terrace
Small
Bath floats life question answered by federal inspector
In Bath, the life of life rafts used by Bath Fuel Co. for landing floats is discussed. James Kirkpatrick sought a Marine Commission ruling. advisory confirms that with proper care and intact canvas, the rafts would last indefinitely. The Bath Chamber of Commerce and local firms consider expanding six more sections, aided by lumber offers and a $100 donation.
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Bath
Bath Fuel Co
Oward Kirkpatrick
James Kirkpatrick
Hull
Maritime Commission
Washington
Kirkpatrick
Howard Kirkpatrick
Bath Lumber Co
C. L. Farnham Co
Chamber of Commerce
Bus Overturns In Maine Accident Near Pitch Pine Hill
A bus carrying workers for Marine Growths Inc. ran off the road on Pitch Pine Hill in Phippsburg Maine. The forward end rested in a ditch but no injuries were reported. The bus was towed to the Bus Service on North Street for repairs while workers continued to Small Point in a following truck.
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Panopomny
Marine Gro , Inc
Sea Moss
Small Oint
Pitch Pine Hill
Phippsburg
Small Point
Marine Growths, Inc
North Street
Motorist Betty Ponziani Fined in Topsham Reckless Driving Case
Betty Ponziani of Topsham was found guilty in the municipal court of reckless driving without a license after an accident on June 26 on Tedford Road. State Trooper Mortimer O Connell presented the case, and Judge Gardiner R Deering imposed a $5 fine plus $4.70 costs.
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Betty Ponziani
Topshampoe
Mortimer O'Connell
Gardiner R. Deering
Municipal court records plea of guilty in Cockseas case
In municipal court Judge Gardiner presided a single case where the defendant pled guilty to cockseas charges. City Marshal Langdon E. Green testified, the defendant paid a $25 fine and $6.82 costs and was discharged. Pinkham was represented by attorney John Carey.
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Gardiner R. Boringoe F. Pry
Cockseas
Langdon E. Green
Pinkham Wa
John Carey
Bath visitors at Salem charm wanes
Mrs. Allen M Irish of 123 North Street and Mrs. Clara L born of 980 Washington Street were among Bath residents visiting Salem. The town lost its charm and many features noted by observers.
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Allen
M. Irish
North Street
Clara L
Washington Ome
Salem
Cards Favor Bath Merchants A Chamber Elects
Merchants in Bath may obtain special cards from the Chamber of Commerce. The cards let merchants refer canvassers to the Chamber for approval, cutting down unsolicited requests and saving money for the year. Cards are available to any merchant or businessperson, not limited to members.
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Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Bath Community Center Announces Two Month Summer Hours
Bath Community Center opens extended hours for July and August to celebrate Centennial Week. Center facilities are open to all residents with free access to Bath area recreation information. Norman A. Adams directs operations from 18 Andrews Reed. contact 1916 M for club use. Two month budget cut aims to stay within appropriation and resume full activities in September.
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Bath Community Center
Bath
Norman A. Adams
Andrews Reed
Phoning
Ter
Garden Club Meeting Sets Wine Arts Show
The Garden club plans an event at Mrs. Bingle Scale's venue with her paintings and wines. A July event features committees led by Mrs. Lyman Betts Mrs. M Hart and Miss Barbara Young with Melvin Howe coordinating the program.
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Litan Club
Bingle Scale
Lyman Betts
John Hart
Barbara Young
First Melvin Howe
The
Garden Club
Sea Moss Lease Ties Brunswick Store to Chicago and Brooklyn
Marine Growths Inc of Chicago with local rep Elroy Johnson leases a former Neval Airport building in Brunswick to store sea moss. Moss from Small Point is shipped to Brooklyn Chicago and Los Angeles factories for use as a stabilizer in foods. About 65 workers at Small Point now, with 386 more expected as weather improves.
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Marine Growths, Inc
Chicago
Elroy Johnson
Bailey Island
Small Point
Neval
Brunswick
Brooklyn
Los Angeles
Herring and eel shipments load at Broad Street wharf
Waterfront activity Monday morning at Broad Street featured two dory loads of small herring destined for Connecticut fox farms and barrels of eels unloaded for the Boston market. The Bath Fuel Co. launch Donalene prepared for its daily Boothbay Harbor run nearby.
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Broad Street
Connecticut
Boston
Bath Fuel Co
Donalene
Boothbay Harbor
Mrs. Annie Fletcher Hospital Update
Mrs. Annie Fletcher of 1248 High Street is a surgical patient at Memorial Hospital and will welcome calls from friends.
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Annie Fletcher
High Street
Memorial Hospital
Vacation School Closes With Songs and Crafts
Friday evening the vacation school held closing exercises featuring songs Bible stories and dramatizations. Handicraft displays impressed parents with high enrollment and a daily average attendance of 91. Teachers and assistants included Mrs John Bartlett Millard King and others in the Junior and Intermediate Departments.
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Theles
Aers
John Bartlett
Eee
Great Bo Planned for Fourth Fireworks Bonfire Eve
The City Recreation Commission and Balh rtment sponsor bonfire lanes for Fourth of July Eve at Chandler on Route 1. Frederick Cullen of Ladder 1 heads the event set for 10 o clock the night of July 3. Residents are urged to bring inflammable material early to help the blaze succeed while a fire department truck guards the site to prevent spread.
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City Recreation Commissien
Balh Rtment
Frederick Cullen
Chandler
Cullen
Mackerel arrive as season labeled poorest by handlers
Fishermen complain the current mackerel season is among the poorest in years. They blame rising costs and low profits, while processors and dealers argue prices to consumers remain high despite the downturn.
Motorist Fined $100 in Route 1 West Bath Case
A motorist was fined 100 for a driving violation on Route 1 in West Bath. The case details are limited in the readable text.
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West Bath
Evening Sail Sets Start Time for Unannounced Points
An evening sailing begins at eight for unspecified destinations. The plan lists a final destination to be announced later, with no further details provided.
Sailing Along Maine Coast Featured in Public Bulletin
A feature on the Maine coast notes its growing popularity and highlights the state's geography attractions and travel appeal. An American bulletin urges attention to Maine history and features, with bulletins placed on planes trains and other carriers as circulation rises.
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Maine
Commission
Local Industry Improves With Wharf Cleanup Effort
The Kennebec Wharf and Coal Company advances neighborhood cleanup as an old freight shed is dismantled and workers remove debris near the coal pocket. Citizens appreciate the progress and the positive impact on the South End bar area.
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Kennebec
Virginia University Buildings Erected From Jefferson Plan
The University of Virginia buildings rise in accordance with a plan attributed to Thomas Jefferson. Historic project integrates original design principles as university expansion proceeds.
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Universty of
Virginia
Thomas Jefferson
Mr Ralston DeWitt Concord and His Bride Move Home
Cards received from Mr and Mrs Ralston DeWitt Concord announce their wedding and note they have taken up residence at 120 Warren Street in their new home.
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Ralston DeWitt
Concord, H
Warren Street
Needen 1913 Arable Land Figures Reported
A historical summary notes a shift in arable land estimates in 1913, citing figures around 700 000 to 14 500 000 acres in agricultural regions. The article contrasts prior totals with the expanded assessment and implications for farming districts and markets.
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Needen
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