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13 Nov 1947
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Bath Independent in Bath, Maine
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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1947
Page
1
Turkey supply outlook notes large production yet reduced demand
An Agriculture survey reports a total turkey population of over 34.6 million with a 16 percent drop from last year but ample supply due to lower military need. States show 771 thousand barrels of freight, while California leads turkey flocks at about 3.9 million with substantial production in the state. Potatoes, beans, celery, apples, squash and sugar are noted in good supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Still Tough to Run a Business Says 1947 Figures
A partial article notes business challenges for grocery stores feed mills and music shops, citing 1947 figures showing growth from 04 in 1948 to 977 for 1947 months. It suggests new pressures have not yet sparked alarm.
Entrepreneurs create jobs and drive growth in new ventures
The text argues that starting a new business and creating jobs for others should be praised. It suggests legislators should recognize the positive impact of entrepreneurship and resist harsh rhetoric that harms enterprise. The focus is on constructive support for business formation.
Costs and labor slowdowns blamed for postwar price inflation
A series of industry anecdotes shows labor productivity falling well after the war. Bricklayers lay about 800 bricks daily now versus around 800 previously. tile setters work 40 percent less than in 1940. plumbers reportedly take seven days to rough-in a four fixture job though it could take half. The result is higher costs passed to consumers and billions lost to what analysts call profiteering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Sancisco
Cleveland
Chasing Their Tails on Coal Prices and Wages
The piece argues higher prices stem from rising labor costs in coal and other industries. It cites a 1947 arbitration with a $1.20 daily raise, an hour and 15 minute shorter day, $100 vacation pay, and $60 million paid into welfare funds, exceeding profits and driving price inflation. It calls for labor productivity gains to reverse the trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gore
HUSE SCHOOL SIXTH GRADE PROGRAM
A brief item from Huse School notes a sixth grade program with mentions of students from Ireland and a pie event. Names and full details are unreadable but the outline indicates a student project or celebration involving food and international ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HUSE
Fuse School
Ireland
Weather Relief Mixed with Damage in Central Maine
The region faced strong winds and heavy rain with gusts near 60 mph destroying branches and toppling trees. Farmers reported wells rising from previous droughts while shoppers returned to town amid relief at the rainfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tel
Coentral
Maine
Century-Old Fresh Produce Markets Highlight U S History
Boston's Faneuil Hall marks 200 years and New Orleans' French Market 150. Other markets like Pearl Street Cincinnati Dock Street Philadelphia Callowhill Street Philadelphia and Roanoke Avenue Norfolk exceed 100 years. Early markets used horse and wagon or water haulage. most produce now comes by rail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faneuil Hall
Boston
New Orleans
Pearl Street
Cincinnati
Dock ‘Street
Callowhill Street
Philadelphia
Roanoke Avenue
Norfolk
Fragmentary note on Osiris and Attis symbolism
A fragmented passage discusses Osiris and Attis in relation to Greek borrowings and a major religion. It mentions symbolization of a soil deity and references to Bier Sina and a domestic context. The readable text is sparse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hames
Osiris
Attis
Four cases heard at municipal court with fines and costs
Frank Powers paid a $10 fine and $4.70 costs after separate cases. Morse faced court following a Woolwich highway accident reported by Trooper Powers, with City Marshal Moriarty as complainant. Two intoxication cases were heard with pleas and fines of $5 and costs. another case was continued until November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Powers
Morse
Trooper Powers
Woolwich Highway
Moodey Leon W
Fraz
Frank L. Moriarty
Aly
Ce Eeve
Municipal Court Hears Five Intoxication Cases
Five intoxication cases were heard by Judge Gardiner R. Deering in Sptureau's municipal court. One pleaded guilty and paid $5 fine plus costs. Two others were fined $5.15 total. A fourth received 90 days in Augusta jail. The fifth was sentenced to 30 days but suspended, placed on six months probation under probation officer Karcher Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardiner R. Deering
Sptureau
Munnicipal Court
Augusta
Deering
Karcher Jackson
Lavigne Held For Next Term
Complainant State Trooper Frank Powers reports case revocation action. Hospital status notes Mrs. Harry Williams of Win egance at Memorial Hospital. Marriage of Winifred Blanche to F. Er. Bath Coast Guard recorded at Episcopal Church Quincy Mass on Oct 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Williams
Winegance
The
Memorial Hospital
Winifred Blanche
Bath
Coast Guard
Sie Episcopal Church
Quincy
Mass
Window Shopping in The Chic Shoppe and Local Stores
A lively window shopping feature highlights fall fashions and home goods from local shops. Shoppers are urged to visit The Chic Shoppe for crepes satin wools and hat designs by Annie Lane Iller Levine and Ben Lidner while Troop’s Hardware showcases two cup percolators and KitchenAid mixers. Other ads promote Knx Feminine Fash offerings Carl’s Drug Store cosmetics Eastern Gas and Appliance mixers and Sears holiday fruit cakes with values and layaway offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Lane
Iller4 Levine
Ben Lidner
Troop’s Hardware
Sears, Roebuck & Company
Grandma's Peuse and Today's Es for Beauty Join J. J. Newberry
A fragmented line from a historical page notes Grandma's Peuse paired with new beauty products today, forming a shopper’s fusion at J. J. Newberry's store. The garbled OCR hints at a retail promotion or household items rollout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Newberry
Oddities in a Market Catalog Dialog
A fragment from a market text mentions woolens Buffalo plaids and various fabrics. The doodled lines reference prices like 2.59 and items such as pants and shoes. The tone suggests a shopper’s guide or ledger with scattered brand or product notes and questions about stock longevity.
Two Minor Auto Accidents Reported in Bath
Two minor automobile accidents occurred on Center street in downtown Bath on Thursday morning. Charles Pelletier of the Bath Police Department investigated both incidents involving a Studebaker coupe and a Norton truck. no injuries were reported and total damage to the vehicles was about 65 dollars with Smith's car at 40 and both others at 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath
Center Street
Strelman
Charles Pelletier
Smith
MacIntosh
Ing Place
Studebaker
Edward Newell
Astereti
Wharf firm dredging near Pitch Pine Hill town plan
Reported dredging and dumping by Kennebec Wharf and Coal Co. at Pitch Pine Hill area. A. T. Nickerson farm owner on vacation, plans unclear. mud from river bed used for dock repairs and riverbank fill, with portions of riverfront land cleared and trees removed while dock facilities fall into disrepair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nour
Ikow Ab
Old Eastern Steamship Co
Court Resumes After Judge Tends Ill Health
Court proceedings resume as presiding Justice Arthur Baandelice recovers from illness. county court remains busy with several civil cases on the docket and awaiting return of other judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baandelice
Arthur
Coaching Rotations Spread Across Eight Teams
The Taiks consist and cap tains Billy and Binlg Boise lead the Hued Tornadoes, with John Iois steering the Dike Atomics and George Me guiding the Dike Mites. Most teams now have a capable coach as open positions on others are filled shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taiks
Canes
Billy Or
Hued Tornadoes
Binlg Boise
Dike Atomics
John Iois
Dike Mites
George Me
City M A R S Moriarty Proposal Referred For Tax Review
Fragmented notice outlines a mix of city actions including a Kimball Athletic field deed issue, right of way adjustments, school access concerns, and a range of municipal appointments. It mentions committee referrals, property access questions, and resignations in the Bath city government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Street
Kimball
Committee On Taxation
Kimbane
Kimi
Nell Pavenen
Ewell
Fred Sutherne
Heve Ie
Board of Education Ag
Mauh Ordon
Robert Barnum Bath Fuel Co
Wendell Be Eg Ss
Bath Police Department
Ac- Seta
Aldermen
Ee E. Green
City
John Chaney
Morse High School
Morse High ‘School
A. Johnston
Donald
Donald Be Delsieet. Ith Police, Riment; Ring, Ok Rocmien Tower
Gion
Ted Victualers
Ins
Stacy Home
Roy
Court
Alden Orr
Luce
John
Pic
Water Street
Unclear notes on council meeting adjournment activity
Fragmentary notes describe a large amount of business transacted on Wednesday night despite adjournment. The session appears to have extended, with a later time noted around 10:45 and expectations of another long session. Readable text references the common council chamber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transac
Ap Tatore
Common Council
City Addresses Coal Dust Complaints and Protective Measures
Article notes mayor and officials responding to soft coal dust complaints near a plant in Wes area. Mention of Melisa cue ner and Coal Co. efforts to reduce emissions and protect residents. Government control of fuel use and action by the Roc reation commission described with Wednesday announcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etks
Ne’ & Coal"Co
Melisa
Wis Ainchenbach
Rocreation Commission
On Honor Roll Names Include Various Students
A list of students on the honor roll appears with names such as Joan Ed Wil Son, Sally Earle, Jean Viokx, Clara Hanscom, Sprague, and others in the division eight group.
Old Ree anti de Rees line during the Revolution noted
The fragment references a colonial era phrase tied to the Revolutionary period, noting a land line or boundary described as the Old Ree anti de Rees line and its historical context.
Rhythmic Fragments Mirror Unclear Page Snippet
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled phrases with repeated vowels and stray words, offering no clear event, names, dates, or locations to summarize into a coherent news item. The readable content insufficient for a factual card.
New HI AY Closed to All Page One Continuation
Fragmentary OCR note indicates continued item about New HI AY with restricted access and partial context. No clear entities or events readable to confirm date or actions.
Weekly Crossword Puzzle Brief
Crossword page item notes a puzzle grid and clues for readers. It hints at a themed week with varying difficulty and a prize or publication date. No further details are provided in the fragment.
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