100 years ago,1911

It is understood that arrangements have been made for repertoire at the open-air theater at Lake Grove during the coming season. The stage will be fitted up and much new scenery is expected. The season will open June 19 with the Avery Strong Company, which proved so popular last season.

50 years ago, 1961

The flow of the Androscoggin River increased some yesterday, but Paul W. Bean, Union Water Power Co. agent, reported last night that there has been no great change in the flow.

The river is shedding its ice covering in numerous long stretches with the coming of warmer weather. Bean said it appears to be only a normal process with no sizable increase in the flow.

25 years ago, 1986

Two nursing supervisors and one head nurse have been promoted to administrative position at St. Mary’s Hospital as part of a reorganization of the hospital’s nursing services department to a decentralized system of nursing.

Dianne Massey, RN, has been named director of surgical services; Diane St. Laurent, RN, has become director of critical care services; and Irene Gondek, RN, has been appointed director of medical/surgical services.

The aim of a decentralized nursing system is to place autonomy, accountability and authority with the nurses who are providing direct care to the patient.