Looking Back on Dec. 18
Lewiston Sun Journal - Dec 17th, 2024
In 1924, Judge Manser criticized Mrs. Romeo Tardiff for bringing her husband back from Massachusetts on a non-support charge, noting that Mr. Tardiff was contributing as much as he could to support his family despite employment challenges. The judge dismissed the charge. In 1974, a break-in at Lobsterland Restaurant in Lewiston resulted in the theft of seafood, beer, and other items worth about $150. Police investigated the incident. In 1999, the popularity of scented candles surged, with December accounting for a significant portion of sales. Village Candle, founded by Paul J. Aldrich, grew rapidly, reflecting the booming trend in the candle market.
RATING
The article provides a series of historical anecdotes, each from different time periods. It appears to be a retrospective look at past events, as reported in the newspaper, and serves more as a nostalgic recount rather than a deeply analytical piece. It is relatively clear and straightforward but lacks depth in terms of sourcing and transparency.
RATING DETAILS
The article seems to accurately recount historical events as they were reported. However, there is no reference to original sources or verification of facts, which is typical for this type of anecdotal content.
The article does not present multiple viewpoints because it's a straightforward recount of events from different years. It lacks an analysis or discussion of different perspectives, which might not be necessary for this style but still limits its balance.
The article is clearly written and easy to understand. It uses straightforward language and is logically structured. However, it could benefit from more context or analysis to deepen understanding.
The sources are implied to be historical newspaper records, but they are not explicitly mentioned or attributed, which reduces the assessment of source quality.
The article lacks transparency regarding its sources and the context of the stories. It does not disclose potential biases or conflicts of interest, nor does it provide much context for the stories selected.