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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1948
Page
1
Local Bath post office struggles to resume operations after a shutdown. Officials cite staffing shortages and lingering mail delays as residents await new delivery schedules and possible temporary shelving of some services.
The article notes Dewey and Warren will tour every region to counter Republican overconfidence and stress a constructive program. It contrasts their stance with Truman's special congressional call as a bombshell, signaling a key political move to push the platform into law.
The text argues that Truman's leadership is hampered by absentee support in Congress as Democrats split on key votes. It notes Roosevelt's contrasting control and predicts elections will drive all future moves, with November determining the outcome.
The article critiques a magazine claim that price controls are dead while noting President Truman may favor more government regulation as a remedy for inflation. It contrasts contrasting views on economic policy and control.
The Susie Q, a 36 foot Bath built fishing boat with 140 hp Chrysler engine, sailed 180 miles from Monhegan Island to Kennebec River in 18 hours at 10 mph. Powered by Larkin family work, the craft sleeps two and has stove and toilet. Kendrick and Larkin plan Bath to Boston by train then Yarmouth steamer home.
At a Bath veterans meeting the dedication of Flaherty Park was discussed and accepted. A constitution and by laws were adopted for the new Bath Veterans Association. Names of Bath veterans who died in defense of their country were submitted and checked, including Joseph Melanson of Damariscotta.
Train runaway coal car derailed and crushed a car near the Carlton Bridge after a near-miss at Matthews. The incident caused about $400 in damage and disrupted traffic on the red side ledger.
War era society note reports Miss Short recently graduated from La Jolla High and is stationed on the West Coast with the Pacific area during World War II. The Bath Harrill families note the wedding interest as the couple awaits future posting.
A local group pledges to pay off the mortgage on a children’s camp in Rome. The plan involves marking the site with a ceremonial fire once the official documents are finalized and the funds are secured.
Loring E Hart an electrical engineer in Pasadena Calif plans a bus trip to visit Forest Lawn and other local sites. The informal itinerary mentions a likely route and time through the city.
A hurried inspection finds no doors or windows opening. the room broken into and papers scattered. Evidence of a break at Morse.
South End P T A held a community food sale generating proceeds for local projects. The event featured cooked dishes and bake sale items with community members including Benson Elton Pinkham and Mrs Dauphin supporting the effort through volunteering and donations. Local organizers indicate a positive reception and anticipated funds to benefit school activities.
The plant began operations and will run continuously for 24 hours daily, signaling full production capability and around the clock output.
Gray and village life feature a tale about Grace Nies Fletcher described as a giant of the fast breed who would not sell unless the buyer needed it. The author’s mother chafes at his frugal ways as she tries to wheedle a sale and a warm moment from him.
The Colby 4-H sewing club outing gathered at a cottage shared by Mr. and Mrs. Percy Low near Birchny cattle, Nagkien and Tintiin Ery with members White, Jean I, Alien, Joyce Stover and others. Mrs. Low’s denial, Ellen, was also present at the gathering.
Federal savings and loan insurance program figures are cited, noting millions and billions in coverage as of June 30, 1948. A spokesman remarks on insured status and implications for deposits amid discussions on insurance and regulation.
The P T A released a list of guest speakers for the upcoming fair. Local educators and community leaders will discuss education initiatives and student programs during the event.
A fragment recalls Phyllis and Sharon, daughters of Bex, and their parents at a family home. The lines hint at a broader story of siblings and lineage tied to a Bex residence and its four children.
Multiple calls seek parking spots for the horse show. At issue is securing locations and coordinating with Cari E. Albee to ensure space is available promptly.
The report references soil washing with impacts over three periods, noting acres affected and damages totaling 775 million more acres.
A fragmentary item notes a purchaser buying a sardine boat. Details are garbled but indicate a price or quantity involving 250 bushels and comparison to herring yields. No clear names, dates, or places are readable.
A weekly crossword puzzle explains how one letter stands for another with examples. It notes that A represents three Liz and X represents two Os, with single letters apostrophes and word lengths as clues. Each day the code letters change.
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