Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
This image appeared in a 1942 issue of the "Portland Press Herald" with the caption “Miss Jean A. Anderson of West Falmouth, formerly Berlin, N.H. first woman to handle Cushman Baking Company sales route in Portland, displays one of the many products she carries to customers on her daily route.” Anderson was only 18 years old at the time. Two years later, Cushman’s promoted Jean to route manager, where she taught other women to drive their own routes.
About This Item
- Title: Cushman Bakery driver Jean Anderson, Portland, 1942
- Creation Date: 1942
- Subject Date: circa 1942
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Locations:
- Portland, Cumberland County, ME
- West Falmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: photographic print
- Local Code: 2017.219.001
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Bakeries--Maine--Portland
- Cushman Baking Company (Portland, Me.)--Employees
- Delivery of goods--Maine--Portland
People
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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