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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1914
Page
6
In a Maine address, Sewall argues Democratic tariff policies have harmed local mills and farms. He cites reduced production, closing plants, and shifting duties that favor the South while Maine loses off-block benefits. He contrasts Republican policy with Democratic leadership, urging stronger protection of American industry.
Howe's Great London Shows drew large audiences for both matinee and evening performances and earned praise as one of Bath's best circuses in years. The parade featured handsome horses and a standout street display. In the big tent, elephants, trained horses, and a Japanese acrobatic family wowed spectators, with the circus band providing pre show and intermission concerts. The operation ran smoothly, with efficient loading and unloading of the box outfit. After performances, the company left for Lewiston and will tour the state through the month. Nearby, the barkentine John S Emery anchored with guano and cattle bone cargo for Lieburg Export Meat Co.
Citizens of Bath issue a call for Hose and Engine Company services for 1915 with pay tied to City Council rates. Firemen declare, from July 3, they will not respond to calls without higher wages, per a July 2 letter to Chief Engineer Parks. The piece cites city ordinances on permanent company structure, appointments, and annual officer elections, noting no written quit notices except a 24 hour warning received Thursday.
Advertisement claims Burdock Bitters cures dyspepsia restores digestion normal weight and purifies blood. Sold at all drug stores for $1.00.
For any pain burn scald or bruise apply Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil the household remedy. Available in two sizes 26 cents and one size one?
A large Newport fleet of cup class yachts faced a Tuesday gale without incident. Resolute and Vanitie anchored near Brenton's Cove, while De fiance rode at a mooring off the torpedo station and required towing to smoother water in heavy seas. Residents urged immediate sidewalk plank repairs to curb profanity and injuries from stubs.
Itching bleeding protruding or blind piles yielded to Doan's Ointment 50c at all drug stores Doan's Regulars operate easily without griping or after effects 25c at drug stores For sale cabbage plants priced 63 cents per dozen 300 per 1000 ter $250 Whitepointhe?
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