100 years ago, 1913
The Lewiston Journal cooking school jumped to success. That’s the whole story. It exceeded all expectations and before it had really gotten going, had outgrown its initial quarters. Beginning on Tuesday it will be held in City Hall, Lewiston, as otherwise it would he impossible to accommodate the crowds of ladies who desire to take advantage of the wonderful opportunity now offered. When the hour for the first session of the school to begin on Monday afternoon arrived, every seat in New Odd Fellows hall, Auburn, which had been engaged for the school was occupied. In less than a quarter of an hour from that time people were being turned away by scores. More than 500 persons had gathered for the first day of the school.

50 years ago, 1963
The second floor of Auburn city building was “mobbed” yesterday afternoon by youngsters and adults. The youngsters were centering on the Auburn Recreation Department office where paints were being distributed for the Halloween window painting project. Many of the youngsters commenced the painting work shortly after receiving their paint powder. Most of the youngsters were accompanied by a parent.

25 years ago, 1988
Dignitaries from the main office of the American Bowling Congress and the Women’s International Bowling Congress were in attendance Saturday night at the Tri-State Jamboree banquet to help induct local bowlers into the State Hall of Fame. George Chateauvert and Robert Denner both received the honor Saturday. Bruce Pinette will be inducted at a later date. Dick Cote and Jenny Phelan won Saturday’s best-ball tourney with a 684 series. Qualifying for the women in the Dunkin Donuts National Bowling Challenge was Anne MacKenzie. She bowled her exact average last Monday night and now joins Tom Hall as the top qualifiers. Twelve-year-old Anne Gravel bowled a 252 game on Oct. 15. Anita Morin rolled a 601 series.

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