September 30, 1916 – Owing to the soaking rains of the past week or two, the foundation under the engines at the power-house has become rather shaky. Ditches have been dug around the building, and other measures will probably be taken to overcome the difficulty. While it is now considered unlikely that it will be found necessary to shut off power at any time in fixing the foundation, residents depending on the electrical lights could avoid some inconvenience in case the lights should “blink out” for a spell by having oil lamps in shape during the next week.

October 3, 1941 – John M...