100 years ago, 1911

LITCHFIELD — Litchfield fair known also as the “World’s fair” was held today under the most favorable conditions. The weather was ideal and there was not a single disappointing feature. Fully 3,000 people were on the grounds and the old time attractions were all here. It was a happy gathering — a grand reunion and a successful fair combined.

The exhibits this year were far superior to those of previous years in variety, quality and quantity. The stock, agricultural and other departments were well filled with splendid exhibits.

50 years ago, 1961

Auburn’s Ward Three Councilman Franklin H. Prescotte paid up his stamp bill yesterday. Prescotte paid $10.56 for the 264 postage stamps he obtained from the city to affix to inaugural invitations.

25 years ago, 1986

RUMFORD — A fire of undetermined origin destroyed a construction supply business and damaged three neighboring buildings on Prospect Avenue here early Friday morning, firemen said.

The Andy Valley Improvement Center, a division of O’Connor Construction, 940 Prospect Avenue, was leveled by an intense fire.

The building, which was owned by Steve O’Connor and insured, was valued at $150,000 and the contents at $75,000.