Thirty years ago — 1994

The Fredonia Kiwanis Club announced that John McCraith and Marian Mann, both of Fredonia, have been selected as “Elder Salute” award winners for the month of January. Mr. McCraith was recognized for more than 50 years service as an active member of the Fredonia Fire Department. Mrs. Mann’s efforts to enhance programs at the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging Dining Club in Fredonia were also recognized.

Forty years ago — 1984

Judy Nixon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nixon of East Main Road, Brocton has been named Student of the Week. A senior at Brocton Central School, she ranks second in her class. Judy has participated in football and basketball cheerleading, the school musical, National Honor Society and French Club. She also was an attendant for this year’s Homecoming Queen and a production assistant for the senior play. Judy plans to attend the Erie (Pa.) Business Center after graduation.

Fifty years ago — 1974

The Adams Memorial Unitarian Church in Dunkirk has discontinued Sunday services until May when the church’s board of directors will meet to decide its future. Located at Central Avenue and East Sixth Street, the church gained national attention in February 1959 when funeral services for Congressman Daniel A. Reed were held there.