Thirty years ago — 1994

The Cassadaga Branch Library’s first birthday was celebrated on June 18 in the new building’s air-conditioned comfort. The event, coordinated by the branch library board and members of the Mary E. Seymour Library’s board of trustees, was marked with a birthday cake, a used book sale, displays and demonstrations. Among the nearly 100 guests was Ann Miller, an active participant in the Cassadaga Then & Now series that preceded the birthday celebration. Mrs. Miller came to the occasion dressed in her early century costume.

Forty years ago — 1984

A Doctor of Medicine degree was awarded to Robert R. Conti June 7, during the 137th commencement of the Graduate School and the School of Medicine of Hahnemann University in Philadelphia. He has been accepted at the Wilmington (Del.) Medical Center to begin a general internship starting June 29. Robert is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Louis R. Conti, 141 Temple St., Fredonia.

Fifty years ago — 1974

Ted Lutz was the keyman award winner and Douglas Rector was named Jaycee of the Year during the Fredonia Jaycees annual installation banquet at the Holiday Inn in Fredonia.