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Star City Snapshot

by Staff Star Herald
17 years ago

1931 – The road between Houlton and Presque Isle is plowed during winter, marking the first time a major road is kept open during the winter.     This Centennial fingertip fact is brought to you by the Presque Isle Historical Society and the Star-Herald.

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