100 Years Ago: 1918

If the Maine soldiers in the various military camps are allowed to vote by Uncle Sam at the coming September election, it is not improbable that the ballots will be delivered by auto truck, in the personal charge of the State of Maine men. The idea is being considered. It, of course, depends on whether or not it will be allowed.

50 Years Ago: 1968

The city clerk’s offices in both Lewiston and Auburn were open until noon today for the convenience of voters who wished to cast absentee ballots in Monday’s primary election, and few persons in both cities took advantage of it. Lewiston City Clerk Gerald Berube reported that 15 absentee votes were cast in his office and Auburn City Clerk Leroy Linnell noted that only four persons voted absentee in the Shoe City, one for each hour his office was open.

25 Years Ago: 1993

From an ad in the Sun Journal: The Yarmouth Clam Festival, Friday to Sunday, July 16-18, is three days of food, free entertainment and fun for all ages. This year, the 28th annual celebration will feature a revival of the popular Clam Shucking Contest. Shucks, don’t miss it! Other highlights include concerts, crafts, races of very kind, carnival rides, the annual Clam Festival parade and special events just for kids.

The Material in Looking Back is reproduced exactly as it originally appeared in the Sun Journal, although misspellings and errors made at that time may be corrected.