100 years ago, 1909

While nearly everyone is enjoying the fine weather we have been having for the past week, the clothing merchants wouldn’t be sorry if it should come off cold as it is claimed that as long as it remains warm people will defer purchasing fall clothes. 

50 years ago, 1959

The Lewiston postmastership will officially change hands Friday night.

The new postmaster, Roger Albert, will take over the duties and responsibilities of the office from acting postmaster Ronaldo E. Cailler.

Albert received his commission from President Eisenhower last week and official change of duties was scheduled for Friday to suit the convenience of postal inspectors who must be present to witness the transaction.

The change from one postmaster to another will take several hours as Cailler, Albert and the inspectors take stock of the supplies and equipment on hand which will be signed over to Albert who, in turn will sign a clearance form for Cailler.

25 years ago, 1984

Auburn native Todd Olfene has opened a new residential security business, Central Maine Security Systems.

Olfene opened an office at 34 Center St., Auburn, as a new dealer for Dynamark Security Centers Inc., a national leader in residential and light commercial security systems.

Dynamark offers a sophisticated modular security system, as well as early warning fire detectors designed to save lives and property, according to Olfene. The system, he said, is designed to meet individual needs.