100 Years Ago-Oct. 1, 1913
Aroostook Times
New lodge established — Mr. A. B. Jesseman of Bangor, State organizer Independent Order of Red Men (I. O. R. M.), assisted by members from Eastport and Lubec, 20 in number, arrived Thursday and installed a lodge of this popular order Sept. 25, at which time a large number availed themselves of the opportunity of joining before the charter closed.
Of local business interest — The Hill and Gorham farms in Patten were sold through the Briggs agency. The Superintending School Committee has appointed J. P. Dudley a member of that body. Miss Martha Crossin has accepted a position as head sales lady at Charlotte’s Garment Parlors. It pays to trade with Chaloner at his little store near Highland Ave. Bridge, small expense means less for your meats and groceries.
75 Years Ago-Oct. 6, 1938
Houlton Pioneer Times
State Police in new barracks — Officers of the Fifth District Maine State Police converged upon Houlton Friday afternoon when they moved their headquarters from Presque Isle to the new barracks located just south of the Houlton Town Farm on the North road.
Animal Rescue League to meet — Mrs. Virginia Clark, president of the Houlton Animal Rescue League is calling a meeting this week when means to raise money to carry on the work throughout the winter will be discussed. There is a membership list of 50 with hope of increase this fall. The League is the first organized society of its kind in Aroostook County and branches are expected to be formed in other towns.
50 Years Ago-Oct. 3, 1963
Houlton Pioneer Times
Humane Society places 125 dogs — The Houlton Humane Society is nearing the end of a successful full year of operating an animal shelter at Hodgdon Corner, with 125 dogs and 30 cats having been placed in homes. “Much credit is due Mrs. Pauline Atherton, proprietor,” said Mrs. Isabelle Hess, president of the Society.
Interstate hearing set — Monday night at the Gentle Memorial Building the State Highway Commission will conduct a public hearing on the proposed construction of Interstate 95 from Dyer Brook to the border at Houlton. This particular phase to be discussed will be the section just over 21 miles in length, butting through Oakfield, Smyrna, Ludlow, New Limerick and Houlton.
25 Years Ago-Oct. 5, 1988
Houlton Pioneer Times
Maliseet land purchase — Houlton’s Maliseet Indians have purchased 514 acres of farmland situated on the Foxcroft Road and straddling the Houlton-Littleton town line. Clair Sabbatis, tribal manager, said the purchase consummated last week, is the first made with funds received as a result of the original Indian land claims settlement of 1980. He said up to 50 housing units will be built on the land during the next two years, and they plan to erect a 72-foot-by-36-foot tribal community center on the land.
File photo 1988
AUXILIARY GIFT — Houlton Regional Hospital Auxiliary recently presented the hospital a cash gift in the amount of $13,000 to purchase a blood gas analyzer. Accepting the machine is Paul Forest, MT of the hospital staff from Auxilians Donna Tracy, center, and Pam Thompson.
Seniors jointly sponsor forum — Long term care will be the topic of the day at a community forum, Wednesday, Oct. 19, sponsored by the Island Falls Senior Citizens Club, the Oakfield Senior Citizens Club, the Sherman Senior Citizens Club, and the Aroostook Area Agency on Aging. The forum is open to the public and scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at the Island Falls Municipal Building.
