100 years ago,1910

Advertisement: HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE is the name of a German chemical, one of the many valuable ingredients of Foley’s Kidney Remedy. Hexamethylenetetramine is recognized by medical text books and authorities as a uric acid solvent and anti-septic for the urine. Take Foley’s Kidney Remedy promptly at the first sign of kidney trouble and avoid a serious malady. R.W. Clark, druggist, Lewiston.

50 years ago, 1960

Repairs to the ski jump at Pettengill Park were made recently to prepare the structure for the coming winter season.

Edward Little High School ski coach Linwood S. (Zeke) Dwelley said new stress timbers were put on the jump trestle, and new boards were put in place where needed on the floor of the in-run. A new stairway, at the side of the in-run, was also installed and the guy wires supporting the jump were tightened.

25 years ago, 1985

Plans for a $1.2 million industrial subdivision in South Lewiston received preliminary approval from the Planning Board Tuesday night following a public hearing attended by a half-dozen neighborhood residents.

South Park, a 21-lot industrial park near Cottage and Goddard Roads, was unanimously approved by the board, and it will be finalized on Dec. 17.

Several residents turned out for the meeting, seeking additional information on how the park might affect them.