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Bound Volumes: March 26, 2026

135 YEARS AGO: At the Gymnasium, the ladies’ classes are instructed on the afternoon of Monday, Wednesday and Friday; gentlemen’s and boys’ classes on the evenings of those days. There are about 100 members at present. The running expenses of the gymnasium must be over $2,000 a year, and all beyond the comparatively small amount received for membership tickets is met by its founder.…
March 26, 2026

Hometown History: March 26, 2026

70 YEARS AGO: Nearly 700 boys are expected to participate in the first Otschodela Council Boy Scout Exposition to be held indoors since 1950. Scheduled for April 7 at the New York State Armory in Oneonta, the Exposition will feature exhibits by more than forty Boy Scout, Explorer, and Cub Scout units from the three-county Council.…
March 26, 2026

Bound Volumes: March 19, 2026

160 YEARS AGO: Summary of Local News: Charter Election—At the election held on Tuesday last, the following village officers were chosen for the ensuing year—being the ticket nominated at the Democratic caucus the previous evening: ...…
March 19, 2026

Hometown History: March 19, 2026

110 YEARS AGO: There is not a doctor in Oneonta who would not prescribe good wholesome amusement for anyone, sick or well. There is not a doctor who does not appreciate the health-promoting qualities of hearty laughter...…
March 19, 2026
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