115 years ago- 1900
• An electric heater has been placed in the telephone central office.
• It is about time that the sidewalks were shoveled off and made fit for foot travel.
• The concert in front of the hall Wednesday evening by the Caribou Cornet Band was greatly appreciated.
100 Years Ago-April 8, 1915
Motoring trend — Bagley and Cheney of Washburn, Saxon auto agents for the Washburn, Caribou and Limestone areas, advertised the two-passenger Saxon Roadster for the price of $395. The model featured a 15 horsepower engine, six-gallon gas tank, 28-inch wheels with wire or wood spokes optional, and a body color of Richelieu blue.
Easter baby, fine doctor — A fine baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Neveen, Sunday morning, April 4, Easter day. This little stranger and mother are doing fine. Dr. Harmon is in attendance there. A more busy man is hard to find and well liked by all his patients. We are certainly proud to have him, and his estimable wife and their children, reside in our town. As a doctor no one could do any better.
75 Years Ago-April 4, 1940
Spuds with holes? — Gov. Lewis O. Barrows was busy perfecting plans to have the doughnut industry utilize Maine potatoes as an ingredient. He received a wire from A. Leavitt, chairman of the board of the Doughnut Corporation of America, to this effect: “We believe your recipe and suggestion for a Maine potato doughnut excellent. Are immediately preparing formula for bakers in every state to use. Please accept our congratulations for developing a great new use for Maine potatoes.”
More service — Fred Habeeb, new assistant mail carrier, took over his duties Monday. Lionel Blanchette also started work on a part-time basis. The change in personnel was necessitated by the extension of postal delivery service to several new streets: Linden Street, Herschel Street, Sincook Street, Willow Drive, Spring Street, Coolidge Avenue and Belmont Park.
50 Years Ago-April 8, 1965
Spring face lift — A Clean-Up, Fix-Up, Paint-Up campaign will be conducted in May in Caribou under the chairmanship of Tony Waken, announced today by Gordon Espling, president of the Chamber of Commerce. Other committee chairmen announced were Leo Kieffer, fire prevention, and Sam A.R. Albair, congressional action.
All in the family — Brownie Troops 371, led by Mrs. Donald Lamore, and 374, led by Mrs. Charles Guyer, held a mother-daughter supper at the Teague Park School with more than 60 in attendance. Rev. Charles Guyer led opening prayer and guided group singing after supper. Guest speakers were Mrs. Monica Soderberg, who discussed Brownies in Sweden, and Mrs. Carol Duncan, who showed slides on England.
25 Years Ago-April 4, 1990
Marking 60 years — The Caribou Future Farmers of America chapter celebrated its 60th anniversary with a record attendance of 266 members and guests at its annual banquet. A number of awards were presented, including the highest degree, the Chapter FFA, awarded to Shane Theriault, Robert Butler and Thomas Drew; also, to Troy Haney and Scott Martin, Star Greenhands; Brian Guerrette, outstanding agriculture student and DeKalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award; and Cole Theriault, National Proficiency Award in turf management.
Limestone royalty — Josette Huntress, 17, the daughter of Coyle P. and Joanne C. Huntress of Limestone, was crowned 1990 Miss Limestone during a pageant held at Limestone High School. She was also awarded for highest ticket sales. Also chosen were Juliette Parker, 17, daughter of John and Juliana Parker, first runner-up; and Shelley Chatman, 18, daughter of Edward and Joyce Day, second runner-up.
