Brunswick – The weather conditions were ideal for the annual competitive shoot of the Second Regiment of the state militia, today. The range was in fine condition. Every company was present at 9 o’clock, when the shooting began, except Company K., of Farmington, which arrived before noon.

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50 Years Ago, 1955

Boston – A federal grand jury was impaneled here today to investigate alleged price fixing by the gasoline industry in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act. The investigation was disclosed by Federal Judge William T. McCarthy.

Departing from usual secrecy in connection with grand jury action, the judge said he was announcing the purpose of the investigation because “the public has a right to know.”

He said the inquiry will delve into the practices allegedly followed by major gasoline and oil companies and retail outlets in connection with prices.

25 Years Ago, 1980

Some motorists just cannot resist various gadgets and toys to hang in their car windows as well as in the windshield and back window. The latest craze involves colorful spring-mounted plastic hands which wave back and forth. The gadgets are illegal! The “hands” are eye catching, and that is why they have been banned by law. They distract other drivers and could lead to accidents or highway. Proper visibility is essential to safe operation of a motor vehicle.