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During 1936, Bass “Weejuns” were first made. Four years later, in 1940, the original suede “Buc” style was created. In 1948, the firm outfitted the American Olympic Team with footwear.
John Russell Bass (b. 1878), son of G. H. Bass, was treasurer for the firm and served as Maine delegate to the Republican national convention in 1920, 1944 and 1952. The company built much of its success on the Bass penny weejun, introduced in 1936 and said to be based on Norwegian fisherman's shoes. The style was an instant hit, and became a ...
G.H. Bass of Wilton, Maine, launched a loafer called the 'Weejun' (from 'Norwegian'). It became very popular in the U.S, especially among prep school students, who legend states kept pennies in the saddle slot for pay phone calls. Hence the name 'penny loafers'. Leather 'saddle' strap across upper, with cut out big enough to hold a penny ...
PHOTO: Tom's of Maine toothpaste is seen on a shelf, March 28, 2006, in Kennebunk, Maine. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images) MORE: FDA approves 1st new drug for schizophrenia in more than 30 years
The Worumbo Mill was a historic mill on the bank of the Androscoggin River in Lisbon Falls, Maine. Founded in 1864, it was at one point the community's largest employer. Its main building, dating to its founding, was destroyed by fire in 1987. The complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, and was delisted in 2017. [1]
Tom’s of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-filled water, FDA warns. WJZY. Jordan Unger. November 19, 2024 at 7:54 PM. Tom’s of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-filled water, FDA warns.
It was originally located in Yarmouth, Maine in a restored cannery [1] on the Royal River. Bass is the great-grandson of Wilton, Maine shoe maker G.H. Bass. [3] Maine Cottage was the first company to offer American Country, Early Shaker, and Mid Century Modern-inspired painted wood furniture in a multitude of original colors. [1]
Bake Maine opens second location: Wells couple brings sweet and savory eats to hometown ... May 7, 2024 at 5:04 AM. WELLS, Maine — At Bake Maine, a new breakfast, lunch and pastry shop ...