100 Years Ago-Feb. 4, 1914
Aroostook Times
Theatre under new management — Mr. W. T. French, owner of the new Dream Theatre which opened early last fall, has taken over entire management of same. W. C. Davenport who has been manager since its’ opening has resigned and severed his connection with this popular playhouse. This gives Mr. French control of the two leading theatres in town, presenting daily a program consisting of the best in motion pictures and, when it is possible to obtain,
of good, clean vaudeville acts.
A most festive occasion — The annual dance of the Meduxnekeag Club took place on Wednesday of last week and proved to be the most delightful of any held. The hall was decorated with evergreens, large trees being in each corner and on the sides of the stage, while over windows and doors festoons of smilax and laurel were twined. Seats were covered with heavy material and fancy blankets. For those not wishing to dance, rugs, easy chairs and tables were artistically arranged and card playing was indulged in. Brysons orchestra furnished the music. Mrs. Mary Ayotte catered.
75 Years Ago-Feb. 2, 1939
Houlton Pioneer Times
Jarvis crews J. P. Morgan yacht — Donald Jarvis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jarvis, left Sunday for New York City from where he will sail the middle of February as a member of the crew of the Corsair, a private yacht owned by J. P. Morgan on a trip to the Mediterranean.
Lindbergh not a traitor — In today’s editorial section: It turns out that Col. Charles A. Lindbergh is not a traitor to his country after all. That terrible accusation was made against him, along with Henry Ford, when these two men received medals from the Nazi Government for their achievements. As we read the story from Berlin about Col. Lindbergh’s medal, it was pinned on him without asking his permission when he was calling on Chancellor Hitler, in the course of his inspection of the German air forces on behalf of the United States Government.
50 Years Ago-Jan. 30, 1964
Houlton Pioneer Times
County’s oldest insurance agency — The George S. Gentle Company, oldest insurance agency in Aroostook County, will observe its 100th anniversary this year. The company was founded in Houlton in 1864 and for the past 97 years has represented the Hartford Fire Insurance Company. The company occupied various locations in the business district, and in 1948 moved to its present quarters in Market Square.
Girl Scout cookie sales begin — The annual Girl Scout cookie sale began this week with delivery scheduled for March. Mrs. John Millar, the local chairman, said troops receive five cents on each box sold for troop activities and equipment. The balance of the profits will be used for camperships, and to help pay part of the expenses for Senior Scouts selected for the 1965 Senior Roundup, national and international opportunities, Camp Natarswi, Camp Kachegoa Wanaka, day camps and camping contingencies.
Astronaut to politician: John Glenn — In an editorial from the Christian Science Monitor, “The American people would wish Lt. Col. John Glenn Jr. well in whatever he chose to do. They are in his debt. He is in their affection. These assets will be tested by Colonel Glenn’s somewhat belated entry into the Democratic primary for U. S. Senator in his native state of Ohio.”
25 Years Ago-Feb. 1, 1989
Houlton Pioneer Times
After school broomball — The Houlton Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring broomball at the Millar Arena. Broomball is a team sport, which is played similarly to hockey and soccer. Broom-type sticks are used with a ball and the player wears boots on the ice rather than skates, so almost anyone can play.
File photo 1989
RECOGNIZED — Julie Heath, left, assistant manager, presents Lynne McGary, Ames MS company coordinator, a plaque honoring Ames Department Store and the Houlton High School for raising $2,600 for the Multiple Sclerosis Association in 1988.
Stamp Club sets meetings — The Southern Aroostook Stamp Club held its first meeting Wednesday at the Elks Club. The club’s youth chairman, Elwood Scott, gave each junior member a packet of stamps. Scott and club president Jim Gordon talked about future activities and started teaching members the basics of stamp identification. To become a member, youngsters must be in the fourth grade or older.
