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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1948
Page
1
Middle East Oil and the Israel Arab War Split
The piece argues that U S policy in Palestine created a rift with Britain while pleasing the Soviet Union. It notes Britain's support for Arab states, Arab disadvantage in modern warfare, and Jewish organization and guerilla tactics. It highlights oil as a global driver and calls for a halt to hostilities and a workable peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Britain
Israel
Soviet Union
Middle East
United States
U. S
Palestine
Margaret Chase Smith Victory Celebration
Our congratulations go to Margaret Chase Smith as we extend praise for her great victory won Monday after a hard fought and bitter contest in Maine. Her triumph stands as a notable achievement amid demanding political battles and sets a strong course for her future in public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Chase Smith
Maine
In the House for a Number of Terms
The fragment notes a figure serving multiple terms in the U S House of Representatives. It mentions continued tenure and political persistence without specifying names dates or districts. The brief implies ongoing service and repeated elections.
Douglas P Dunton Birthday Party
Douglas P Dunton celebrated his birthday at 53 Spring Street with guests including Pratt and family. The dining room featured a large cake, cut flowers, and candy baskets. Attendees listed include Gloria and David Pratt, Martha and Marshall Pratt, Jone Donald Preble, Mae, Cynthia Stevens, Bond Hinckley, Martha and Richard, Sharon Bartlett, Gary Wakefield, Raymond McNeil, Diane Bogart, Allen and Gary Bogart, Lena Donnell of Bath, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spring Street
Pratt
Gloria
David
Mary
Martha Pratt
Allenwood
Jone Donald Preble
Aue Mae
Cynthia
Stevens
Bond Hinckley
Martha
Richard
John Bartlett
Sharon
Vance Wakefield
Gary
Ethel McNeil
Raymond
Harold Bogart
Dianne
Allen
Lena Donnell
Bath
Brunswick Votes for Parking Meters
Brunswick residents approved a plan to install parking meters though the legal basis remains uncertain and the measure faced questions about authority and enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick
Sewall thanks supporters after Maine GOP nomination bid
Former Governor Sumner Sewall of Bath thanks Republicans for a large decisive vote in Maine for the U S Senate nomination. He extends best wishes to Mrs. Smith and all Maine citizens and expresses deep appreciation to loyal supporters who backed him. Signed Sumner Sewall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner Sewall
Bath
United States
Maine
Smith
Card of Thanks from Sagadahoc Clerk candidate Oliver
A public note thanking Sagadahoc county friends for support and votes in the Clerk of Courts race. The author credits untiring efforts of supporters and expresses gratitude for the large vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sagadahoc County
Clerk of Courts
Oliver
Pursuit Across Carlton Bridge Ends With Court Appearance
Police officers Edward Newell and Edward Gaudreau pursued a young man who fled a stop signal on Front Street about nine pm. The unknown driver led them from Carlton Bridge into Woolwich. Chief Frank Moriarty and Officer Newell recovered the partial plate, later confirming car ownership and ordering the suspect to appear in Municipal Court the following Wednesday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lolcal
Edward Newell
Edward Gaudreau
Carlton Bridge
Woolwich
Front Street
Newell
Gaudreau
Frank L. Moriarty
Ima
Senate Talk and Campaign Tales From the Far North
The piece recounts political theater around Kenyon and Senator Reed, noting public appearances at fairs, strong language, and sharp opinion. It highlights Sumner Sewall’s character, integrity, and practical approach, and mentions General Eisenhower’s wartime insight and Dunton as a rising contender with potential if given a break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenyon
Hades
Washington
Sumner
Sewall
Sumner Sewall
Maine
Taft
Military Affairs Committee
Eisenhower
Senate
Capitol Hill
War or Peace Debate In Kremlin Echoes In US Speech
A fragmentary speech critiques US foreign policy and warns against war with Russia. It argues peace only by strength, recalls World War II, and stresses that future conflicts could bring heavy domestic suffering. The speaker warns against appeasement and favors hard power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kremlin
George W
America
Rural families band together under Farm Bureau work
Mrs. Jones and her husband, active in the American Farm Bureau Federation, recount decades of rural cooperation. The couple and their four children received the 1942 Gimbel award from Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt, recognizing their commitment to aiding farm communities and addressing rural city issues from the nation’s capital to Maine’s hopes for fuller inclusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Cilzen
Franklin D. Roosevelt
American Farm Bureau Federation
Mr. Jones
Ig Orpanies
Associated Women
American Farm Bureau
Westirginia
Delaware
Pennsylvan
Maryland
New York
New Jersey
New E
Vermont
Connecticut
Maine
Mrs Jones
Washia
Early Laws Shaping Right to Vote in 18th Century
The article surveys colonial voting rules under the 1789 state constitution, detailing who could vote for state officers, town affairs, and officeholders. It notes property, tax, and religious qualifications, plus districting for senators, and highlights the strong emphasis on religion and public duty in early governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Council
Senate
Duke
Nantucket
York County
Cumberland
Lincoln
Maine
Sebasco Lodge Season Highlights Attract Visitors In 1948
A 1948 Sebasco lodge season report notes cool air at dances and events, a busy beauty shop and alterations, a famed beach area, the Ree opening last year, four supervisors directing activities, a new engine in the motor cruiser, and planned coast trips as the season advances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sebasco Todge
Sebesco
Five Patriarchs Earn Royal Purple Degree in Maine I O O F
Five patriarchs of the I O O F were exalted to the Royal Purple degree amid a showcase event. Carrie Warren of Waterville attended as Grand Encampment leaders praised Casco Encampment’s yearly activity. Kidder Leverett Welch led the degree work and supervision, highlighting retirement backstory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gues
Casco
Maine
Carrie Warren
Waterville
Street Store Damaged by Fire
A street store was damaged by fire with a still alarm at 10.40 p.m. Friday, followed by a Box 75 alarm. Mr Newell, returning from work, noticed the fire and the alarm. The all out was rung about 11.30 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newell
Mrs Melnick and son arrive for Summer visit
Mrs Stephen Melnick and her son eeee Jr. of Kenmore New York arrive to spend the summer at the home of her sister Mrs Annie Pero in Winneconne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Melnick
Eeee Jr
Kenmore
Duncan
Frank
San Bernadino
South
Annie Pero
Oil Consumption Declines Amid National Shifts
Oil usage in the United States faces shifts as markets adjust to new policies and supply constraints. Energy analysts note changes in refining patterns and demand, with potential effects on prices and household budgets.
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Beth Eee
Maim
Douglas P. Dunton
Reed
Pgp Sree Wes
Mozart
Breckenridge
Congress
Frank Dunton
Davis
Wilson-Hughes
Sie
Sebasco
Ful Resort
Aste
Mrs
Lloyd
Bheu
Kicg Featurey Syndicate
Mme
India
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