100 Years Ago: 1921

The Federal inspection of Auburn cows being carried out by Inspector O.C.Caldwell of Portland continues to bear out the claim that Auburn is more free from having tuberculosis than any other section of the state. Today 949 cows have been tested and of this number two reactors were found. But the Auburn record is still spotless for the two animals infected were not In Auburn. They will be slaughtered. Their product was being sold in the city. Inspector Caldwell says that the record is the most unusual he has ever found. There remain several hundred cows to be tested.

50 Years Ago: 1971

Auburn police and Dog Officer Louis Pinette were dispatched to Upper Lake Street shortly after 8 o’clock this morning, where  dogs were reported chasing deer in the area. The caller stated that two dogs were in pursuit of three deer, apparently a doe and two little ones. Patrolman Calvin Hunter and Pinette went to the scene and spotted a fawn in nearby woods, but no dogs. Pinette said the little deer appeared tired, apparently resting after eluding the canines. Authorities report they will keep a close check on the area  and any dogs caught chasing deer will be disposed of.

25 Years Ago: 1996

The Mollyockett Mixers and the Paper Town Pacers will co-host a square dance at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Mexico on Saturday from 7:30 to 10:30 pm. The caller will be Walter Lougee and the cuer will be Scott Williams. Club members are reminded to bring refreshments.

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