10 years ago
From the Journal Tribune: “A year after one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history, this shattered city turned its attention to rituals of mourning and celebrations of life. In pockmarked neighborhoods choked with weeds, in church pews and at City Hall, residents were together Tuesday for vigils marking the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.”
50 years ago
From the Biddeford-Saco Journal: “Installation of aerial and submarine cable in the Biddeford Pool area has begun with the cost of the project estimated at approximately $38,737 and an October completion date .”
100 years ago
From the Biddeford Daily Journal: “With the state election in Maine less than a month off, the political guns that are now beginning to boom are beginning none too soon. Early in September, when most candidates are leisurely visiting the cattle shows, Maine’s first battle will have been and won.”
— Marissa Heffernan
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