100 years ago: 1918:

The armistice terms prepared for Germany by the Supreme War Council soon will be the hands of German emissaries now on their way from Berlin to the western front, but the time that must elapse before there is a decision largely as to their acceptance or rejection probably will depend largely upon the powers with which the German delegation has been clothed. There is nothing here to indicate just what authority has been conferred upon these representatives of the German Government. The official announcement from Berlin via London today said: “A German delegation to conclude an armistice and take up peace negotiations has left for the western front.” Officials have assumed that the German representatives after securing the terms from Marshal Foch will transmit them by telegraph or convey them personally to the German High Command.

50 years ago: 1968

The Auburn School Committee last night approved the name Sherwood Heights Elementary School for the name of the new school in New Auburn. For general use, the committee voted to eliminate the word “elementary.” The name will now be submitted to the Auburn City Council for approval.

25 years ago: 1993

Lewiston-Auburn Toastmasters will meet Tuesday at The Ground Round Restaurant. Bob Sawyer will serve as toastmaster for the evening. Table topics will be conducted by Anthony Phillips. Speakers Include Sue Donovan, Marilyn Landry, Mac McPeake and Perry Munroe. Guests are welcome.

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