---------------------
The Mediterranean is the bluest of all the seas.
---------------------
The current temperature is 51 degrees.
The high temperature in many areas of the city was 71 degrees
Normal H/L temp for this date is 50/29
=============
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
=============
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
---------------------
For several days I have been watching a growing stockpile of sand on
the lot behind the city hall. At first I thought it may be our city
fathers prepairing for an early spring flood. After all, it is the spot
"we" normally put the sand for the sandbagging operation. I'll admit the
pile is a bit bigger than normal, on the other hand, I haven't heard any
firm plans for protecting our city when we get flooded. Hence a larger
pile of sand just could be the first step in a community wide flood
protection plan, of sorts.
---------------------
Now then, after reading the latest edition of the Walsh County
Record.
I'm guessing that sand pile will be used during the construction of a
brand new "engine house" and offices for the Grafton branch of The
Dakota Northern Railroad Company. The new facilities will be built
behind Aida's Authentic Mexican Food Restaurant. Some may remember the
Aida's building when it was used by Gil Clairmont for Bridgemen dairy
products on the north end of Grafton.
If I understand the article in the latest Walsh County Record. The
building will protect their locomotives during the long cold North
Dakota winters, and, included in the permit is space for offices.
Construction is expected to begin this year.
What I don't understand, is why, according to our city building
official, an actual construction cost estimate isn't known. Even though
the railroad company appears to have started site preparations and a
building permit has been issued.
Maybe I misunderstood the article. I have always thought plans and
construction cost "estimates" were part of the process required to
obtain a building permit.
Maybe that's where the old saying, "It's a heck (I cleaned that up for
the kids and the clergy) of a way to build a railroad" comes from.
----------------------
If you put a man on a bike without giving him proper instructions. You
might expect almost anything could happen. And, it did. While driving
through Graftons Eastwood addition I noticed what appeared to be a man
on a bicycle stuck straight into a large tree. The head appears to be
somewhere "in the tree" so identification is difficult at best. However,
a sign on a nearby tree says, "I told Lee to be more careful". Hence, I
am going to guess it's Lee Kieley. Or so it seems to me.
---------------------
Who says corn stops growing after it's harvested. The giant pile of
corn on the ground east of the curling club certainly seems to keep
growing,... more and more every day.
----------------------
Ryan Schuster, a nice looking young reporter from the Grand Forks
Herald stopped by Granny's yesterday afternoon looking for opinions on
the Alchem alcohol plant closing. I don't remember for certain what I
actually told him. If in fact I told him anything worthwhile at all,...
anything that makes sense that is.
What I should have told him was that when the wind was in the right
direction. The Alchem plant spewed an odor over the city that took more
than a little getting used to. However, since the announcement of it's
closing, the previous deviation from spring fresh air might not have
been as bad a I once thought it was.
I think I might have also expressed my concern that "we" the people in
town have heard precious little information about the status of Alchem,
and the ramifications of Newman operating the facility in the near
future, if at all. I may even have expressed a concern (fear) that
someone in our city government would entertain the idea of
"contributing" the half million dollar figure Newman was suggesting we
should contribute just prior to announcing it's closer.
----------------------
ANYWAY,... The other day I started exchanging verbiage about alcohol.
The benefits of, detriment to, and several side issues relative to the
same topic.
To say I opened up a proverbial pandora's box would be an
understatement of the greatest dimension. I have received several, many,
a whole bunch of comments in it's regard.
So,... Because the Gazette is my party, and, I'm charged with calling
the shots. I'm going to include one "final shot" on alcohol sent in by
our good friend Bert.
He wrote: >>>>
Subject: Comments on the Ethanol controversy.
Gary,
A contributor wrote"the Ethanol plants are not subsidized by our
taxes they are subsidized by tax credits"--- it takes moreof our
taxes to make up for those tax credits, nothing is paid for bythe
"Good Fairy". Here in the state of Washington they add 10%ethanol to
our gas from November through March, they say for environmental reasons.
We did mileage tests on a dynamometer at the college for this. It
dropped the efficiency 18.2% actually using more fuel and causing more
pollution as well as expense. It's all politically enforced, not decided
by common sense.
He/she commented 23.8 gallons of ethanol (expensive and tax
subsidized) can replace one barrel of oil. Thereis 42 us gallons in a
barrel of crude and only a fraction of it is used for gasoline, 19.4% to
be exact. That comes out to 8.14us Gallons per barrel.The
remainder is for asphalt, shingles, plastics, synthetic cloths and a
bevy of other distillate products.23.8 gallons of ethanolreplaces
just over eight (8) gallons of gasoline.Like the"Ole
Axiom"figures don't lie--but alot of liars figure.
Iowa State University did some economic impact studies on the
dramatically rising price of corn. (check the internet for these facts)
The average consumers grocery bill in the past year has gone up about
$47.00 per month. Mostly due to thecost of meat, eggs and other dairy
products caused by corn prices. And because corn is now the easymoney
crop it is causing shortfalls in other products, how about $7.50 for a
loaf of good multigrain bread? Mexican Tortillascost hasinflated a
whopping 100%.
The largest beef ranch in Georgia shut down 7 months ago due to
accelerated corn prices, maybe he will become an exclusive corn
farmer.
And lets be honest about the now $90 crude. It's not there because
of OPEC -- it's there because of the ignorant dummies, with their self
vested interests,we elected to the government. Politicians that don't
have to use vehicles as a major part of their everyday activities to
earn a living.We have lots of oil to use until we can come up with
better alternatives and an extremely safe way to get it out of the
ground. The ethanol push and not drilling for new oil was a political
victory by Tom Dashel (S. D. senate minority leader) handing his farmers
a big windfall. I don't know anyone that says we should never drill
for our own oil, and, start right now.
Tesoro has a headquartes in San Antonio but you will be real
surprised if you find out where the real mother company is located. Bert
<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. Somehow I have to think
if everyone in our country would give as much thought to an issue as you
do,... pro or con. We'd all be better informed and able to make more
intelligent decisions.
Or so it seems to me.
----------------------
After reading yesterdays Gazette. Wally sent it, along with the
following note, to several folks on his mailing list. He wrote: >>>
Subject: Fw: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
Hi every one. If you want to do some thing worth while today with
lasting rewards. Take the time and write a letter in favor of Dennis
Elbert's behalf. I will do it. When we formed our clinic at Unity he was
there to help us get on the right foot with many training work shops for
the board. We are where we are today, in large part, because of his help
Wally <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Wally. I wouldn't have any
trouble believing every single candidate for the UND Presidential
position is "good people". I would find it unbelieveable that any could
be better.
Or so to seems to me.
===============
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
===============
Please continue to share your thoughts and ideas. "We can change the
worlds attitude, by exchanging or mental aptitude" Or so it seems to me.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Thursday, October 25, 2007
October 25, 2007 - Thursday
---------------------
No man is a success for more than a minute - the minute in which he
completes a successful job.
---------------------
The current temperature is 43 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 50/29
==============
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
The canopy over the Cenex station fuel island on the west edge of town
is getting a new face lift. Now when you stop at the "Kum&Go" you'll see
little Cenex signs from every direction.
-----------------------
Speaking of new things happening around town. A couple folks were
walking around the former Grafton National Bank building the other day.
If I was to guess, it would be that the north half of the building may
be getting a new tenant soon. Of course,... it's only a rumor at this
point.
-----------------------
Speaking of rumors. The rumors about Wallys Supermarkets selling their
stores are starting up again. This time, according to rumor. Some folks
have been seen coming to town in hi-powered airplanes, wearing suits and
ties with briefcases stuffed full of "something".
------------------------
Former Graftonite David Rogalla posed the following question. >>>
Gary, do you remember when the first diesel train engine came to town?
I think it was during Grafton Days and I think it was either 1949 or
1950. Dave R <<< I'll be darned if I know Dave. Maybe someone out there
can supply the answer.
------------------------
Normally I don't like to get into discussions about anything pertaining
to elections of any kind. HOWEVER, this will be one exception. I
received the following e-mail from Ralph Kingsbury the other day and
even before I finished reading it I committed myself to forward it to
everyone I know. Personally, I hope everyone I know, will do the same.
The information I received from Ralph. >>>>
Grafton's own Dennis Elbert, Dean of the College of Business and
Public Administration, made the UND Presidential Search Committee's
first cut. There are a total of 16 applicants left. That may seem like a
large number, but this is the time to make our feelings known to the
search committee.
The addresses are:
Dean Paul Lebel
Chair, Presidential Search Committee
108 Law Building
215 Centennial Dr. Stop 9003
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9003
Or email: lebel@law.und.edu
---------------------
Dennis Elbert deserves our support not just because he is from
Grafton. He deserves our support because he has proven his leadership.
One example: recently the business school had a $20 million fund drive.
People told Dennis that was too ambitious. Dennis raised $22 million.
Further, Dennis has brought the business school to the point it was
accredited at the most prestigious business school accreditation level.
The only business school in North Dakota to reach this level. Much of
the fund raising has been specifically for student scholarships. I could
go on, but this is Dennis. I am asking you to do what you can to help
make this happen. Dr. Elbert deserves this position, and he is highly
qualified for it.
Many of you may remember the successes UND accomplished when Tom
Clifford was president. Many of those accomplishments were because
President Clifford was from North Dakota. I believe those same reasons
are relevant today. Dennis Elbert offers answers to that same situation.
Please pass this on to anyone you think could help. Thank you.
Ralph Kingsbury <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Ralph. I have known Dennis and
his wonderful Mother and Father for as long as I can remember. Our
community, state and most certainly the University of North Dakota will
search forever and not find a individual with a more impeccable
background than Dennis Elbert.
I wish Dennis the very best in his latest venture. His mother and
father began providing Dennis with the skills for such a position before
he could even walk.
-----------------------
As promised in yesterdays Gazette, here is more of the Alchem alcohol
saga. >>>
One subscriber wrote: "Here's what happens when you convert a food
product to an energy product. Not only does it hurt the consumers with
higher food prices, it hurts the very industry it was supposed to help."
In response to this comment.... Ethanol is not the cause of higher food
prices. the price of the energy to make the food combined with the
increased price to transport the food around the country have risen
dramatically. Case in point, crude oil is now at an all time of high
$87/barrel. These increases get passed on to the consumer. Ethanol is a
blending component that reduces the price of gasoline! He continued:
"This is the tip of the iceberg, mark my words. We (Taxpaying legal
residents) will be subsidizing this industry big time somewhere down the
road." In response.... The ethanol is subsidized today, HOWEVER, the
ethanol subsidy comes in the form of tax credits, no tax payer dollars
are helping build corn ethanol plants. Further, ethanol has created a
demand for corn, raising the price per bushel giving farmers the ability
to sell their corn at reasonable prices and not rely on annual
government financial programs. He further continued: "I had the
opportunity to tour the Tesoro refinery in Mandan last spring. The
manager and I discussed ethanol and he echoed my concerns that it makes
absolutely no financial sense to produce ethanol. It costs more to
produce than gasoline from crude oil, it has less power than gasoline,
and it uses a food source as it's raw product, which drives the price of
corn up, which drives the price of everything else up, and even if every
available tillable acre of land in the U.S. was planted into corn and
converted to ethanol we'd still need to import a substantial amount of
foreign oil to keep our country going. Besides that, we'd all starve
eventually. Idiotic idea from the start!" In response..... The United
States is increasingly dependent on imported energy to meet our
personal, transportation and industrial needs. As a result the U.S. is
vulnerable to the whims of OPEC and events in unstable regions of the
world. As a domestic, renewable source of energy, ethanol can reduce our
dependence on foreign oil and increase the United States' ability to
control its own security and economic future. Today, ethanol reduces the
need to import 128,000 barrels a day of oil and the fuel additive, MTBE.
Just 23.8 gallons of ethanol can replace one barrel of imported oil. <<<
I will send out the remaining facts and figures to this issue in the
next Gazette.
And, I will include a very interesting message I received from Ryan
Johnston as well.
-------------------------
Welcome to the Gazette family John.
================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
================
P.S. Thanks a million for your comments Joanne. "Sometimes it's hard to
see the sun, because of the sunburn."
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
No man is a success for more than a minute - the minute in which he
completes a successful job.
---------------------
The current temperature is 43 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 50/29
==============
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
The canopy over the Cenex station fuel island on the west edge of town
is getting a new face lift. Now when you stop at the "Kum&Go" you'll see
little Cenex signs from every direction.
-----------------------
Speaking of new things happening around town. A couple folks were
walking around the former Grafton National Bank building the other day.
If I was to guess, it would be that the north half of the building may
be getting a new tenant soon. Of course,... it's only a rumor at this
point.
-----------------------
Speaking of rumors. The rumors about Wallys Supermarkets selling their
stores are starting up again. This time, according to rumor. Some folks
have been seen coming to town in hi-powered airplanes, wearing suits and
ties with briefcases stuffed full of "something".
------------------------
Former Graftonite David Rogalla posed the following question. >>>
Gary, do you remember when the first diesel train engine came to town?
I think it was during Grafton Days and I think it was either 1949 or
1950. Dave R <<< I'll be darned if I know Dave. Maybe someone out there
can supply the answer.
------------------------
Normally I don't like to get into discussions about anything pertaining
to elections of any kind. HOWEVER, this will be one exception. I
received the following e-mail from Ralph Kingsbury the other day and
even before I finished reading it I committed myself to forward it to
everyone I know. Personally, I hope everyone I know, will do the same.
The information I received from Ralph. >>>>
Grafton's own Dennis Elbert, Dean of the College of Business and
Public Administration, made the UND Presidential Search Committee's
first cut. There are a total of 16 applicants left. That may seem like a
large number, but this is the time to make our feelings known to the
search committee.
The addresses are:
Dean Paul Lebel
Chair, Presidential Search Committee
108 Law Building
215 Centennial Dr. Stop 9003
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9003
Or email: lebel@law.und.edu
---------------------
Dennis Elbert deserves our support not just because he is from
Grafton. He deserves our support because he has proven his leadership.
One example: recently the business school had a $20 million fund drive.
People told Dennis that was too ambitious. Dennis raised $22 million.
Further, Dennis has brought the business school to the point it was
accredited at the most prestigious business school accreditation level.
The only business school in North Dakota to reach this level. Much of
the fund raising has been specifically for student scholarships. I could
go on, but this is Dennis. I am asking you to do what you can to help
make this happen. Dr. Elbert deserves this position, and he is highly
qualified for it.
Many of you may remember the successes UND accomplished when Tom
Clifford was president. Many of those accomplishments were because
President Clifford was from North Dakota. I believe those same reasons
are relevant today. Dennis Elbert offers answers to that same situation.
Please pass this on to anyone you think could help. Thank you.
Ralph Kingsbury <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Ralph. I have known Dennis and
his wonderful Mother and Father for as long as I can remember. Our
community, state and most certainly the University of North Dakota will
search forever and not find a individual with a more impeccable
background than Dennis Elbert.
I wish Dennis the very best in his latest venture. His mother and
father began providing Dennis with the skills for such a position before
he could even walk.
-----------------------
As promised in yesterdays Gazette, here is more of the Alchem alcohol
saga. >>>
One subscriber wrote: "Here's what happens when you convert a food
product to an energy product. Not only does it hurt the consumers with
higher food prices, it hurts the very industry it was supposed to help."
In response to this comment.... Ethanol is not the cause of higher food
prices. the price of the energy to make the food combined with the
increased price to transport the food around the country have risen
dramatically. Case in point, crude oil is now at an all time of high
$87/barrel. These increases get passed on to the consumer. Ethanol is a
blending component that reduces the price of gasoline! He continued:
"This is the tip of the iceberg, mark my words. We (Taxpaying legal
residents) will be subsidizing this industry big time somewhere down the
road." In response.... The ethanol is subsidized today, HOWEVER, the
ethanol subsidy comes in the form of tax credits, no tax payer dollars
are helping build corn ethanol plants. Further, ethanol has created a
demand for corn, raising the price per bushel giving farmers the ability
to sell their corn at reasonable prices and not rely on annual
government financial programs. He further continued: "I had the
opportunity to tour the Tesoro refinery in Mandan last spring. The
manager and I discussed ethanol and he echoed my concerns that it makes
absolutely no financial sense to produce ethanol. It costs more to
produce than gasoline from crude oil, it has less power than gasoline,
and it uses a food source as it's raw product, which drives the price of
corn up, which drives the price of everything else up, and even if every
available tillable acre of land in the U.S. was planted into corn and
converted to ethanol we'd still need to import a substantial amount of
foreign oil to keep our country going. Besides that, we'd all starve
eventually. Idiotic idea from the start!" In response..... The United
States is increasingly dependent on imported energy to meet our
personal, transportation and industrial needs. As a result the U.S. is
vulnerable to the whims of OPEC and events in unstable regions of the
world. As a domestic, renewable source of energy, ethanol can reduce our
dependence on foreign oil and increase the United States' ability to
control its own security and economic future. Today, ethanol reduces the
need to import 128,000 barrels a day of oil and the fuel additive, MTBE.
Just 23.8 gallons of ethanol can replace one barrel of imported oil. <<<
I will send out the remaining facts and figures to this issue in the
next Gazette.
And, I will include a very interesting message I received from Ryan
Johnston as well.
-------------------------
Welcome to the Gazette family John.
================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
================
P.S. Thanks a million for your comments Joanne. "Sometimes it's hard to
see the sun, because of the sunburn."
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
October 24, 2007 - Wednesday
-----------------------
Business conventions are important because they demonstrate how many
people a company can operate without.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 28 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 60/31
Normal H/L temp for this date is 51/30
It sounds like we're gonna find out what temperatures in the low to mid
twenties will feel like in a couple days.
===============
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
===============
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Just in case you were wondering. Laddie Pic is not lost! He has been
spotted in Grand Forks washing dishes for the folks at the Golden Corral
Buffet. At one point Laddie laid claim to quite a number of properties
throughout Grafton. I guess Laddie traded his real estate empire for a
armful of dirty dishes.
------------------------
The messenger and the message of the next note is self explanatory. >>>
Hi Dad.
I couldn't agree with you more on how beautiful Chris and Jaime's
wedding was. They did an awesome job in their preparation and I know
I will ask for assistance when I plan for one of my children (chop -
chop Kids.) The only thing missing was Grandma Demester however they
really did a super job of including her in thevideo. It was pretty
touching. Grandma and I had many talks about the wedding and she was
really looking forward to being there. Also, I really follow suit
(pardon the pun) with your opinion of the Squire Shop and Mary's. I
have shopped at both places in the past couple weeks and been very happy
with my purchases and my service. Grafton is VERY LUCKY to have
Mary's and the Squire Shop. Love you, Kelly <<< Thanks a million for
caring and sharing Kelly.
--------------------
BillHaug sent this. >>>
Gary,
I'm no economist like classmate Ralph, but I do know that you get
what you pay for (and I went to Davis TV for service). Discount
shoppers are generally willing to sacrifice service and even domestic
production for the "cheapest" price. Even in the "big" town of Grand
Forks, service is seldom like it used to be in Grafton. Which is why
my family has purchased vehicles, prescriptions, and anything else we
could in Grafton while living in Grand Forks for the last 20+ years!!
Perhaps the times are changing and old fashioned service will no longer
be available, but I think back to the service and advice from Bill Moe
and long for the "good old days"!
The closest I have found to that in Grand Forks recently has been
the Ace hardware store in the old South Forks Plaza. (And I have told
them so!)
Bill <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bill. Gosh it's
great when nice folks say nice things, about nice people.
---------------------
This note shares the same values as the one above. >>>
Your comments about the Squire Shop and Mary's were right on. There is
absolutely no reason either should be successful in a small town except
that Rita and Mary want it to be so. That is why they are. Successful.
What great places they both are. Grafton is so lucky to have those two
businessWOMEN. <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing. Your comments are proof
positive that good, hard working people are recognized and appreciated.
-----------------------
Speaking of good people with a great idea. Nanci would like to share
the following. >>>>
Hi Gary -
I was wondering if you could place this in your paper whenever it works
out.
I have a one year old son that is in need of some playmates and would
love to start a playgroup in Grafton!
I haven't heard of one around here and think it would be wonderful to
get our little ones together to interact and play.
I'm a mom that works a part time job and has the absolute blessing of
being a stay at home mom the rest of the day. I am home by noon and
would love to be able to get together with a few mom's that have
children around the same age as my son.
If anyone is interested, they can contact me at
serendipitydoo@hotmail.com or they may also phone me at 352-4666!
Thanks!
Nanci Gale-Wilson <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Nanci.
Your suggestion sounds like an excellent idea. Unfortunately I can't
participate as my kids are all to big.
------------------------
The next note speaks to the Alchem Alcohol Plant issues mentioned in
earlier Gazettes. Due to the length I am going to "try" send the first
half today, and the last half in a following Gazette. I hope it works.
>>> Subject: Ethanol
Gary, I felt the ethanol remarks made in an earlier Gazette needed
responding to so asked someone in the business for his comments. Not
sure what you would care to use in a future mailing or mailings, if you
should choose to break it up some. Also, guess you need to be
careful what you wish for when you ask people to write as this may be a
little long. I enjoy the Gazette, keep it up.
Some comments on the subject of ethanol in a Gazette earlier this
month. This rhetoric is typical and gives legitimacy to the phrase
"Ignorance is bliss" for some people. The reaction to the Grafton plant
shutting down is understandable, however, the plant is not shutting down
just because the price of corn is too high, it is just one part of the
equation. The fact of the matter is that the price of ethanol has
dropped over 75 cents a gallon since the first quarter of this year and
the price of corn has risen to almost $4 a bushel. Along with these two
facts the price of distillers grains or by products of the the ethanol
production process is not bringing the price per ton it once did due to
a number of new plants in surrounding areas creating stiffer competition
hence a lower price. These are tough times for all ethanol plants,
big and small. Only the plants with the most efficient process
technology and contracted volume based off the petroleum indexes and
strong spot market customers are making a profit. The current market
condition is difficult at best but will be short lived. Market analysts
predict a strong first quarter of 2008 for ethanol as many new markets
such as the state of Florida are just now implementing ethanol blends.
<<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing. Of course I don't have
enough information Germain to the subject to make an intelligent
statement. SO,... let me simply say. I like Crown Royal better than Four
Roses, and, I will do my best to include the rest of this message in the
Gazette ASAP.
==============
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============
I'm not sure if it's old age or lack of concentration. However, I have
been receiving some notes with dark (very dark) print, and even darker
backgrounds. They range from can't read almost all of them, to can't
read them at all.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Business conventions are important because they demonstrate how many
people a company can operate without.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 28 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 60/31
Normal H/L temp for this date is 51/30
It sounds like we're gonna find out what temperatures in the low to mid
twenties will feel like in a couple days.
===============
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
===============
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Just in case you were wondering. Laddie Pic is not lost! He has been
spotted in Grand Forks washing dishes for the folks at the Golden Corral
Buffet. At one point Laddie laid claim to quite a number of properties
throughout Grafton. I guess Laddie traded his real estate empire for a
armful of dirty dishes.
------------------------
The messenger and the message of the next note is self explanatory. >>>
Hi Dad.
I couldn't agree with you more on how beautiful Chris and Jaime's
wedding was. They did an awesome job in their preparation and I know
I will ask for assistance when I plan for one of my children (chop -
chop Kids.) The only thing missing was Grandma Demester however they
really did a super job of including her in thevideo. It was pretty
touching. Grandma and I had many talks about the wedding and she was
really looking forward to being there. Also, I really follow suit
(pardon the pun) with your opinion of the Squire Shop and Mary's. I
have shopped at both places in the past couple weeks and been very happy
with my purchases and my service. Grafton is VERY LUCKY to have
Mary's and the Squire Shop. Love you, Kelly <<< Thanks a million for
caring and sharing Kelly.
--------------------
BillHaug sent this. >>>
Gary,
I'm no economist like classmate Ralph, but I do know that you get
what you pay for (and I went to Davis TV for service). Discount
shoppers are generally willing to sacrifice service and even domestic
production for the "cheapest" price. Even in the "big" town of Grand
Forks, service is seldom like it used to be in Grafton. Which is why
my family has purchased vehicles, prescriptions, and anything else we
could in Grafton while living in Grand Forks for the last 20+ years!!
Perhaps the times are changing and old fashioned service will no longer
be available, but I think back to the service and advice from Bill Moe
and long for the "good old days"!
The closest I have found to that in Grand Forks recently has been
the Ace hardware store in the old South Forks Plaza. (And I have told
them so!)
Bill <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bill. Gosh it's
great when nice folks say nice things, about nice people.
---------------------
This note shares the same values as the one above. >>>
Your comments about the Squire Shop and Mary's were right on. There is
absolutely no reason either should be successful in a small town except
that Rita and Mary want it to be so. That is why they are. Successful.
What great places they both are. Grafton is so lucky to have those two
businessWOMEN. <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing. Your comments are proof
positive that good, hard working people are recognized and appreciated.
-----------------------
Speaking of good people with a great idea. Nanci would like to share
the following. >>>>
Hi Gary -
I was wondering if you could place this in your paper whenever it works
out.
I have a one year old son that is in need of some playmates and would
love to start a playgroup in Grafton!
I haven't heard of one around here and think it would be wonderful to
get our little ones together to interact and play.
I'm a mom that works a part time job and has the absolute blessing of
being a stay at home mom the rest of the day. I am home by noon and
would love to be able to get together with a few mom's that have
children around the same age as my son.
If anyone is interested, they can contact me at
serendipitydoo@hotmail.com or they may also phone me at 352-4666!
Thanks!
Nanci Gale-Wilson <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Nanci.
Your suggestion sounds like an excellent idea. Unfortunately I can't
participate as my kids are all to big.
------------------------
The next note speaks to the Alchem Alcohol Plant issues mentioned in
earlier Gazettes. Due to the length I am going to "try" send the first
half today, and the last half in a following Gazette. I hope it works.
>>> Subject: Ethanol
Gary, I felt the ethanol remarks made in an earlier Gazette needed
responding to so asked someone in the business for his comments. Not
sure what you would care to use in a future mailing or mailings, if you
should choose to break it up some. Also, guess you need to be
careful what you wish for when you ask people to write as this may be a
little long. I enjoy the Gazette, keep it up.
Some comments on the subject of ethanol in a Gazette earlier this
month. This rhetoric is typical and gives legitimacy to the phrase
"Ignorance is bliss" for some people. The reaction to the Grafton plant
shutting down is understandable, however, the plant is not shutting down
just because the price of corn is too high, it is just one part of the
equation. The fact of the matter is that the price of ethanol has
dropped over 75 cents a gallon since the first quarter of this year and
the price of corn has risen to almost $4 a bushel. Along with these two
facts the price of distillers grains or by products of the the ethanol
production process is not bringing the price per ton it once did due to
a number of new plants in surrounding areas creating stiffer competition
hence a lower price. These are tough times for all ethanol plants,
big and small. Only the plants with the most efficient process
technology and contracted volume based off the petroleum indexes and
strong spot market customers are making a profit. The current market
condition is difficult at best but will be short lived. Market analysts
predict a strong first quarter of 2008 for ethanol as many new markets
such as the state of Florida are just now implementing ethanol blends.
<<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing. Of course I don't have
enough information Germain to the subject to make an intelligent
statement. SO,... let me simply say. I like Crown Royal better than Four
Roses, and, I will do my best to include the rest of this message in the
Gazette ASAP.
==============
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============
I'm not sure if it's old age or lack of concentration. However, I have
been receiving some notes with dark (very dark) print, and even darker
backgrounds. They range from can't read almost all of them, to can't
read them at all.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
October 23, 2007 - Tuesday
10/23/07 TUESDAY
----------------------
When a man buys flowers, perfume and lingerie he is either looking for
a greener pasture or is cultivating the one he has.
----------------------
The current temperature is 32 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 56/33
Normal H/L temp for this date is 52/30
The forecast for the rest of the week is for seasonal weather.
Unfortunately, the weatherman neglected to mention what season he was
forecasting.
==================================
Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
The latest news in the Red River Valley is that the sugarbeet harvest,
is resuming after a several day shutdown. Growers will be allowed to
harvest all of their remaining acres.
------------------------
This past Saturday our niece Jaime Rae Durand stood in front of a
church full of people and agreed she would stay with Christopher Duane
Mattson through thick and thin forever. Jaime is not only our niece, she
is also our Goddaughter. I fully expected the event to be wonderful. I
was right, it was a beautiful wedding full of beautiful people.
I'm sure most of you know that the uncle of the bride normally doesn't
have a major role to play in a niece's wedding. However, Pat and I were
"host couples" along with Melvin and Cathy Tibert. Pat and Cathy were
the designated candle lighters while Melvin and I sat back and watched
so they wouldn't burn the place down.
Anyway, aside from being one of the "host's" I really didn't have to
worry about anything,..... except the way I looked and dressed for the
wedding and following that, the reception.
Now I'll admit that I'm the kind of person that believe's Christmas Eve
day is the day the Lord set aside to buy Christmas presents. Hence, I
thought the day before the wedding was more than enough time to get a
suitable coat and matching shirt. Some might have felt I'd be sorry
waiting til the last minute. They may have even thought I wouldn't be
able to find anything on such short notice. Certainly not in Grafton,
and, maybe not even in Grand Forks. I can tell you unequivocally, "they"
would prove themselves wrong. Pat and I walked into Graftons Squire Shop
Friday afternoon - she too thought we should have been there much
earlier - and found several absolutely wonderful jackets and a full
array of shirts appropriate for the occassion.
As usual, we found the folks at Grafton's Squire Shop extremely
pleasant and helpful. As a matter of fact, I had a very enjoyable
conversation with "Miss Nordbo" (Artha Travers) my second grade teacher
at chase school. We talked about Miss Hulda Carlson and her ability to
point out my shortcomings (with soap). We also mentioned "Miss
Torkelson" (Mrs Miller) and a few of my third grade experiences.
As I walked out of the Squire Shop I couldn't help thinking how
wonderful that adventure had been. I was truly surprised and very
pleased with the total selection the Squire Shop had to offer. AND, and
I mean this sincerely. I was absolutely amazed at how wonderful "Miss
Nordbo" (Artha Travers) looks. I thought of how little she has changed
over the years, and,.... how much I have.
It certainly is true that Grafton no longer has the number of first
rate, top notch, clothing stores we once had. But I'm willing to bet all
the cheese in my mouse trap. If you check out The Squire Shop and Marys
Ladies Fashions on the main street in Grafton, you won't be
disappointed.
Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
Bert wanted to share this thought. >>>
Subject: The way of the times
Gary; Times have changed, businesses like Wal-Mart, the "Auto
Rows"buying and selling in high volume to dominate competition are
here to stay and will keep on growing. It is hard to see a long time
friend lose his/her store but in the modern free market itistheir
responsibilityto see it coming and plan for the future.
Thecapitalist system offers the chance to get very wealthy -- it
also bears the opportunity to go for absolute bust. It's allup to the
businessman ----- not the consumer. People cry for the small town
store owner but eventually buywhere the price steers them.
It would be nice to visit the Grafton I knew on a Fridaywhen I
graduated back in 1950. The air smelling of the August harvest,
sidewalks full ofpeople, young and old,the bandmarching and
playingfollowed close by the mob of little kidshoping to hold our
marching music books while weformed a circle in front of the Ben
Franklin store.
But that type of prosperity is gone forever, times change leaving
us with onlythe memories.
60 years from now will the young oftoday look back at 2007 with
such admiration?
Bert Overland <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. There is
little doubt in my mind that 60 years from now,... this too will be the
good old days.
-----------------------
Among those that commented on my mailing blunder yesterday. Dan shared
the following. >>>>
Subject: Sending wrong E mail
Had to laugh at you sending the paper not complete.
Last year I opened a E mail from a friend who is a retired Bird Col.
works for Customs, takes out Docks at the lake, does odd jobs. How he
did this one I'll never know, but he sent me a copy of his income
tax. The income was substantial needless to say. He'll never live
it down either,
Dan<<<< Thanks Dan, your note gives me the confidence that I'm not
alone. Unfortunately,.... it doesn't make me feel less stupid.
-----------------------
The following comments include mention of my "goof" as well. >>>
I must not have been the only one to notice the lack of content to
this mornings issue.
In reading your comments I'll just say we must remember that the
"demise of small towns" isn't a new phenomenon. One only needs to look
towards Bowesmont, Alsen, or Vessleyville to see that it's been going on
for some time now. I know both Bowesmont and Alsen had high schools, gas
stations, and grocery stores at one time, and I still remember the meat
market at Vessleyville. Sad facts, but the big get bigger and the small
close up shop. Sad thing is I don't think there's much we can do about
it. Things change, smaller families, more mobile society, it's been
happening for a long time now, maybe just more noticeable lately? <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing.
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
"Be what you are and say what you feel.... Because those who mind don't
matter,.... and those who matter don't mind." Or so it seems to me.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
----------------------
When a man buys flowers, perfume and lingerie he is either looking for
a greener pasture or is cultivating the one he has.
----------------------
The current temperature is 32 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 56/33
Normal H/L temp for this date is 52/30
The forecast for the rest of the week is for seasonal weather.
Unfortunately, the weatherman neglected to mention what season he was
forecasting.
==============================
Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
The latest news in the Red River Valley is that the sugarbeet harvest,
is resuming after a several day shutdown. Growers will be allowed to
harvest all of their remaining acres.
------------------------
This past Saturday our niece Jaime Rae Durand stood in front of a
church full of people and agreed she would stay with Christopher Duane
Mattson through thick and thin forever. Jaime is not only our niece, she
is also our Goddaughter. I fully expected the event to be wonderful. I
was right, it was a beautiful wedding full of beautiful people.
I'm sure most of you know that the uncle of the bride normally doesn't
have a major role to play in a niece's wedding. However, Pat and I were
"host couples" along with Melvin and Cathy Tibert. Pat and Cathy were
the designated candle lighters while Melvin and I sat back and watched
so they wouldn't burn the place down.
Anyway, aside from being one of the "host's" I really didn't have to
worry about anything,..... except the way I looked and dressed for the
wedding and following that, the reception.
Now I'll admit that I'm the kind of person that believe's Christmas Eve
day is the day the Lord set aside to buy Christmas presents. Hence, I
thought the day before the wedding was more than enough time to get a
suitable coat and matching shirt. Some might have felt I'd be sorry
waiting til the last minute. They may have even thought I wouldn't be
able to find anything on such short notice. Certainly not in Grafton,
and, maybe not even in Grand Forks. I can tell you unequivocally, "they"
would prove themselves wrong. Pat and I walked into Graftons Squire Shop
Friday afternoon - she too thought we should have been there much
earlier - and found several absolutely wonderful jackets and a full
array of shirts appropriate for the occassion.
As usual, we found the folks at Grafton's Squire Shop extremely
pleasant and helpful. As a matter of fact, I had a very enjoyable
conversation with "Miss Nordbo" (Artha Travers) my second grade teacher
at chase school. We talked about Miss Hulda Carlson and her ability to
point out my shortcomings (with soap). We also mentioned "Miss
Torkelson" (Mrs Miller) and a few of my third grade experiences.
As I walked out of the Squire Shop I couldn't help thinking how
wonderful that adventure had been. I was truly surprised and very
pleased with the total selection the Squire Shop had to offer. AND, and
I mean this sincerely. I was absolutely amazed at how wonderful "Miss
Nordbo" (Artha Travers) looks. I thought of how little she has changed
over the years, and,.... how much I have.
It certainly is true that Grafton no longer has the number of first
rate, top notch, clothing stores we once had. But I'm willing to bet all
the cheese in my mouse trap. If you check out The Squire Shop and Marys
Ladies Fashions on the main street in Grafton, you won't be
disappointed.
Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
Bert wanted to share this thought. >>>
Subject: The way of the times
Gary; Times have changed, businesses like Wal-Mart, the "Auto
Rows"buying and selling in high volume to dominate competition are
here to stay and will keep on growing. It is hard to see a long time
friend lose his/her store but in the modern free market itistheir
responsibilityto see it coming and plan for the future.
Thecapitalist system offers the chance to get very wealthy -- it
also bears the opportunity to go for absolute bust. It's allup to the
businessman ----- not the consumer. People cry for the small town
store owner but eventually buywhere the price steers them.
It would be nice to visit the Grafton I knew on a Fridaywhen I
graduated back in 1950. The air smelling of the August harvest,
sidewalks full ofpeople, young and old,the bandmarching and
playingfollowed close by the mob of little kidshoping to hold our
marching music books while weformed a circle in front of the Ben
Franklin store.
But that type of prosperity is gone forever, times change leaving
us with onlythe memories.
60 years from now will the young oftoday look back at 2007 with
such admiration?
Bert Overland <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. There is
little doubt in my mind that 60 years from now,... this too will be the
good old days.
-----------------------
Among those that commented on my mailing blunder yesterday. Dan shared
the following. >>>>
Subject: Sending wrong E mail
Had to laugh at you sending the paper not complete.
Last year I opened a E mail from a friend who is a retired Bird Col.
works for Customs, takes out Docks at the lake, does odd jobs. How he
did this one I'll never know, but he sent me a copy of his income
tax. The income was substantial needless to say. He'll never live
it down either,
Dan<<<< Thanks Dan, your note gives me the confidence that I'm not
alone. Unfortunately,.... it doesn't make me feel less stupid.
-----------------------
The following comments include mention of my "goof" as well. >>>
I must not have been the only one to notice the lack of content to
this mornings issue.
In reading your comments I'll just say we must remember that the
"demise of small towns" isn't a new phenomenon. One only needs to look
towards Bowesmont, Alsen, or Vessleyville to see that it's been going on
for some time now. I know both Bowesmont and Alsen had high schools, gas
stations, and grocery stores at one time, and I still remember the meat
market at Vessleyville. Sad facts, but the big get bigger and the small
close up shop. Sad thing is I don't think there's much we can do about
it. Things change, smaller families, more mobile society, it's been
happening for a long time now, maybe just more noticeable lately? <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing.
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
"Be what you are and say what you feel.... Because those who mind don't
matter,.... and those who matter don't mind." Or so it seems to me.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Monday, October 22, 2007
October 22, 2007 - Monday
------------------------
A bachelor is a fellow who can make a mistake without even knowing
it.
------------------------
The current temperature is 54 degrees. Yesterdays H/L
temperature was 56/33
Normal H/L Temp for this date is 52/31
We had frost on the pumpkins last night.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff.. mostly stuff.
-------------------------
Have you ever had "one of those days"?
I certainly have. As a matter of fact, sometimes I have two or
three in a row.
Every once in awhile - like this morning for instance - some crazy
thing happens that makes me wonder if maybe I should quit this
foolishness I call the Gazette.
This morning, in the early stages of orchestrating a normal
compilation of relatively insignificant information. I inadvertently
pushed the "send" key instead of the one marked "shift". Of course I
know better. However, for some reason the area between my ability to
think and the ability to carry out a thought got scrambled and I sent
out everything - which was almost nothing - above this admission of
ignorance to one group of Gazette family members.
Fortunately my blunder only went out to a few hundred folks and
not to the entire Gazette family tree. If anyone should run across a box
of depends designed especially for the containment of brain farts,
please let me know.
P.S.
By the number of comments on my goof this morning. There's
little doubt that I'm NOT a bachelor.
------------------------
It happened in Grafton in 1956. The Lloyd Gillespie Jr. home on
the south end of town had the 2000th telephone installed in Grafton in
December of that year.
-------------------------
I'm sure there are as many thoughts about big business and
small business as there are people. The following is one from BettyLou
>>> Hi Gary,
I remember when K-Mart came to Grafton we had our tv store,
Davis TV, and Yes it did hurt us and the rest of the stores that were on
main street, including Ben Franklin's and the Hallmark Store.
K-Mart sold everything we sold and at reduced prices. We could not
compete with them.They buy in volume and can sell for less. I have
never been a Wal-mart shopper and I doubt I ever will be one. I do
shop at the smaller stores. I thinkthe Grafton Businesses need
all the support they can get from the local people. BettyLou Davis <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing BettyLou. You certainly are
right about Grafton Businesses needing all the support they can get. As,
I might add, do the business establishments of every small community.
---------------------
The other day I included the following quote in the Gazette. I
said,
"The biggest problem small towns have, is there's not enough
people in them to be a big town." <<< I have received a response to that
quote that added the following line to it. >>>
(And the biggest problem big towns have, is there's too many
people!) I suspect the "terms" too big, too small, too many and too few
are
nothing more than subjective terms, for most of us anyway. However, last
night, while walking into our local supermarket, with the note from
BettyLou still fresh in my mind, it struck me. Grafton didn't go from
three jewelry stores to one because Wal-Mart came to town. Grafton
didn't go from three drug stores to two because Wal-Mart came to town.
Nor, I should hasten to add, did we lose our three large clothing stores
because Wal-Mart moved in and took away their market. Greevers grocery,
Johnsons East Side Grocery, Hill Ave. grocery, and Gravings grocery
didn't close because Wal-Mart, moved into town.
And, it's a certainty that Wal-Mart, K-Mart or any other "Mart"
for that matter has had absolutely nothing to do with the closing of the
Heritage Ford/Chrysler dealership in Grafton.
Unfortunately, the honest to God fact is. WE are "Our" own worst
enemy. We, for some reason today, expect that every business "owes" it
to their customers to handle everything.
I have always found interesting the fact that most, if not all,
members of large labor unions believe it should be the "union way" or no
way at all. Yet,... between their shifts walking the pickett lines,
stricking for more money, they run down to the local Wal-Mart store for
items they can purchase cheaper because Wal-Mart is not unionized. Add
to that the fact that the parking lots of the "Big Three" auto dealers
are full of automobiles built buy their competition because their
competitors employees are compensated significantly less, for doing
more.
We are our own worst enemy. It's not they, nor them, that siphon
the life blood out of small town USA. It's "US" or "We".
If we're to have any hope of existing, in this wanton world of
need and greed. We may well have to reorganize the thought process that
brought us to this state in the first place.
Or so it seems to me.
-------------------------
Today is the day we celebrate the anniversary of our daughter
Wendy's birth. It hardly seems possible that it was a mere 2,296
weeks ago. While Bobby Vinton was singing "Blue Velvet" over the
airwaves of KGPC, Wendy received her first spanking. She joined
179,323,175 legal citizens that day as well.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Wendy Helen Moe
we love you very much. Mom & Dad
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH ==================================
"I believe as I do, because of the manner in which I understand
the problem. If you believe I'm wrong. It's up to you to correct my
understanding."
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
A bachelor is a fellow who can make a mistake without even knowing
it.
------------------------
The current temperature is 54 degrees. Yesterdays H/L
temperature was 56/33
Normal H/L Temp for this date is 52/31
We had frost on the pumpkins last night.
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff.. mostly stuff.
-------------------------
Have you ever had "one of those days"?
I certainly have. As a matter of fact, sometimes I have two or
three in a row.
Every once in awhile - like this morning for instance - some crazy
thing happens that makes me wonder if maybe I should quit this
foolishness I call the Gazette.
This morning, in the early stages of orchestrating a normal
compilation of relatively insignificant information. I inadvertently
pushed the "send" key instead of the one marked "shift". Of course I
know better. However, for some reason the area between my ability to
think and the ability to carry out a thought got scrambled and I sent
out everything - which was almost nothing - above this admission of
ignorance to one group of Gazette family members.
Fortunately my blunder only went out to a few hundred folks and
not to the entire Gazette family tree. If anyone should run across a box
of depends designed especially for the containment of brain farts,
please let me know.
P.S.
By the number of comments on my goof this morning. There's
little doubt that I'm NOT a bachelor.
------------------------
It happened in Grafton in 1956. The Lloyd Gillespie Jr. home on
the south end of town had the 2000th telephone installed in Grafton in
December of that year.
-------------------------
I'm sure there are as many thoughts about big business and
small business as there are people. The following is one from BettyLou
>>> Hi Gary,
I remember when K-Mart came to Grafton we had our tv store,
Davis TV, and Yes it did hurt us and the rest of the stores that were on
main street, including Ben Franklin's and the Hallmark Store.
K-Mart sold everything we sold and at reduced prices. We could not
compete with them.They buy in volume and can sell for less. I have
never been a Wal-mart shopper and I doubt I ever will be one. I do
shop at the smaller stores. I thinkthe Grafton Businesses need
all the support they can get from the local people. BettyLou Davis <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing BettyLou. You certainly are
right about Grafton Businesses needing all the support they can get. As,
I might add, do the business establishments of every small community.
---------------------
The other day I included the following quote in the Gazette. I
said,
"The biggest problem small towns have, is there's not enough
people in them to be a big town." <<< I have received a response to that
quote that added the following line to it. >>>
(And the biggest problem big towns have, is there's too many
people!) I suspect the "terms" too big, too small, too many and too few
are
nothing more than subjective terms, for most of us anyway. However, last
night, while walking into our local supermarket, with the note from
BettyLou still fresh in my mind, it struck me. Grafton didn't go from
three jewelry stores to one because Wal-Mart came to town. Grafton
didn't go from three drug stores to two because Wal-Mart came to town.
Nor, I should hasten to add, did we lose our three large clothing stores
because Wal-Mart moved in and took away their market. Greevers grocery,
Johnsons East Side Grocery, Hill Ave. grocery, and Gravings grocery
didn't close because Wal-Mart, moved into town.
And, it's a certainty that Wal-Mart, K-Mart or any other "Mart"
for that matter has had absolutely nothing to do with the closing of the
Heritage Ford/Chrysler dealership in Grafton.
Unfortunately, the honest to God fact is. WE are "Our" own worst
enemy. We, for some reason today, expect that every business "owes" it
to their customers to handle everything.
I have always found interesting the fact that most, if not all,
members of large labor unions believe it should be the "union way" or no
way at all. Yet,... between their shifts walking the pickett lines,
stricking for more money, they run down to the local Wal-Mart store for
items they can purchase cheaper because Wal-Mart is not unionized. Add
to that the fact that the parking lots of the "Big Three" auto dealers
are full of automobiles built buy their competition because their
competitors employees are compensated significantly less, for doing
more.
We are our own worst enemy. It's not they, nor them, that siphon
the life blood out of small town USA. It's "US" or "We".
If we're to have any hope of existing, in this wanton world of
need and greed. We may well have to reorganize the thought process that
brought us to this state in the first place.
Or so it seems to me.
-------------------------
Today is the day we celebrate the anniversary of our daughter
Wendy's birth. It hardly seems possible that it was a mere 2,296
weeks ago. While Bobby Vinton was singing "Blue Velvet" over the
airwaves of KGPC, Wendy received her first spanking. She joined
179,323,175 legal citizens that day as well.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Wendy Helen Moe
we love you very much. Mom & Dad
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH ==============================
"I believe as I do, because of the manner in which I understand
the problem. If you believe I'm wrong. It's up to you to correct my
understanding."
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Friday, October 19, 2007
October 19, 2007 - Friday
----------------------
"The biggest problem small towns have, is there's not enough people in
them to be a big town."
----------------------
The current temperature is 46 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 53/49
Normal H/L temp for this date is 54/32
The "unofficial" Gazette moisture meter registered just a tad over 1
inch of a main ingredient in mud.
The normal "average" low temperature for this time of year is 32°
(freezing). That also means it's time to drag out the Shivercity
Gazette.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
It's not a rumor any longer. According to the latest edition of the
Walsh County Record. Graftons Second Time Around Store will be moving
into the former Dollar Sense store (originally Elmer Bergs Ben Franklin
building).
The Second Time Around Store hopes to be able to handle more and larger
items with the additional space provided by the new facilities. Another
benefit according to Grafton's Ministerial Association will be
sufficient room to house a long-proposed youth center.
With more display and storage room, the addition of a new youth center
and the possibility of still another business venture renting part of
the facilities. It is hoped that the STA operation will become
profitable and not have to rely on the Ministerial Association for
funding.
Who said things never happen on the main streets of small town America.
This time around, thanks to the Second Time Around, Graftons main street
will have a new look, a new home for our youth. And, one less storage
facility for sail boat fuel.
+++++
The latest edition of the Record's 10 years ago column says Ken
Demester, a 1964 graduate of Grafton High School, retired from coaching
basketball after 29 years as a head coach. I do "think" that's a true
statement alright. Although I'm guessing his wife Vesta would argue that
he still isn't "out" of basketball.
-----------------------
Speaking of new business in Grafton. The following note (to me anyway)
has a slight bit of "yup, nope, maybe" in it. The note said >>>>
Here is my prediction if Wal-Mart comes to Grafton: The only stores
that will close because of it are Alco and Pamida. The locals that are
still left today will survive. Will it make a difference if the W is
here and A and P are gone. Wal-Mart will probably hire all the staff at
both of those stores. Unemployment will probably not grow. It will
attract more shoppers to Grafton that will help the local businesses,
but there will be two big empty buildings and one new one. Is that
better? You tell me. <<<<
I'm wondering?
Unemployment "doesn't grow" and there will be "more shoppers" in
Grafton. What part of that is the downside?
----------------------
After reading Scott Hove's message Delores wanted to share the
following.
Hi,Gary,
When I read Scott's messages, it brought back some fun memories. In
June of 1972 I loaded up the car with 4 teens Scott, a Soph in HS, Our
Don a Junior, daughter Anita and a friend Donna and along with our
pop-up camper headed for "Explo 72'" in Dallas Tex. A gathering of
80,000 teens and adults. Every nite we packed the Cotton bowl to hear
the best Christian speakers in the nation, plus the greatest Christian
musicians -- most of whom came out of the 60's Hippy movement. We stayed
at a campground between Fort Worth and Dallas. They had workshops during
the day in Dallas for different age groups. There were so many
unexpected campers that they brought the best of these out to the
campgrounds. Scott's most admired person at that time was Billy Graham
-- he had his voice down pat and could do a mean imitation. Unbeknown to
Scott, Billy was coming to the camp. We all made sure we got to the tent
early, got scott in the front row. He almost fainted when Billy walked
in sporting an Hawaiian shirt, and stood right in front of him. I had at
least as much fun as the kids, maybe more!! Congrats on that precious
new baby Scott -- bless that Mom who gave him life. memories are
great. Dody Tallackson <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Dody.
----------------------
Thanks for the test Borge, we both passed. I think. Say Hi to Judy for
us.
----------------------
It's no secret that some folks "share" the Gazette and it's content
with other folks. I should add that Wally prefaced Pat's message with
the following note to me. Wally wrote: Hi big guy. Would you put Pat
Johnson on your list? She was Pat Mattson, her dad was Ted Mattson and
her sister was Erma Kittleson. Thanks Gary Wally <<<<
To that end, Wally sent the following he received from Pat (Mattson)
Johnson.
Subject: Re: SKEETERVILLE GAZETTE Hi Wally, I knew way back when
you would walk by my house, white shirt with rolled up sleeves, so
intent on what you were doing, that you would turn out to be a great
guy, successful, and a sweetheart to boot. You do, do your share to keep
Grafton in our minds and hearts and I do appreciate all your efforts.
And thank you for the mention of my Dad in such a gracious manner. He
was just like that, always willing to help to make things better for
anyone.
Yes, do sign me up for this newsletter.
Farrell is now out of his last stint in the hospital and has been
placed in a nursing home for rehab. He has had\ many changes in his meds
so I hope it all works out so he will be home by the holidays.
Just a mention regarding Walmark. Yes I too think it will close many
businesses and I hope it doesn't happen. They are not good for small
communities in my opinion. Thanks again Wally / Love, Pat <<<<
We are pleased to welcome and add Pat to the Gazette family. As you
can see, certainly everyone doesn't think Walmart is the best thing for
small towns.
++++
We are also pleased to add Debbie Walsh to our growing Gazette family
tree. It's great having a representative in Bend Oregon.
---------------------
"If your views differ from mine. That, in itself, doesn't mean you are
wrong. It could be that you don't fully understand the issue."
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
Just like papers in big towns. If you see something in the Gazette that
should be changed or corrected. Please let us know.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
"The biggest problem small towns have, is there's not enough people in
them to be a big town."
----------------------
The current temperature is 46 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 53/49
Normal H/L temp for this date is 54/32
The "unofficial" Gazette moisture meter registered just a tad over 1
inch of a main ingredient in mud.
The normal "average" low temperature for this time of year is 32°
(freezing). That also means it's time to drag out the Shivercity
Gazette.
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
It's not a rumor any longer. According to the latest edition of the
Walsh County Record. Graftons Second Time Around Store will be moving
into the former Dollar Sense store (originally Elmer Bergs Ben Franklin
building).
The Second Time Around Store hopes to be able to handle more and larger
items with the additional space provided by the new facilities. Another
benefit according to Grafton's Ministerial Association will be
sufficient room to house a long-proposed youth center.
With more display and storage room, the addition of a new youth center
and the possibility of still another business venture renting part of
the facilities. It is hoped that the STA operation will become
profitable and not have to rely on the Ministerial Association for
funding.
Who said things never happen on the main streets of small town America.
This time around, thanks to the Second Time Around, Graftons main street
will have a new look, a new home for our youth. And, one less storage
facility for sail boat fuel.
+++++
The latest edition of the Record's 10 years ago column says Ken
Demester, a 1964 graduate of Grafton High School, retired from coaching
basketball after 29 years as a head coach. I do "think" that's a true
statement alright. Although I'm guessing his wife Vesta would argue that
he still isn't "out" of basketball.
-----------------------
Speaking of new business in Grafton. The following note (to me anyway)
has a slight bit of "yup, nope, maybe" in it. The note said >>>>
Here is my prediction if Wal-Mart comes to Grafton: The only stores
that will close because of it are Alco and Pamida. The locals that are
still left today will survive. Will it make a difference if the W is
here and A and P are gone. Wal-Mart will probably hire all the staff at
both of those stores. Unemployment will probably not grow. It will
attract more shoppers to Grafton that will help the local businesses,
but there will be two big empty buildings and one new one. Is that
better? You tell me. <<<<
I'm wondering?
Unemployment "doesn't grow" and there will be "more shoppers" in
Grafton. What part of that is the downside?
----------------------
After reading Scott Hove's message Delores wanted to share the
following.
Hi,Gary,
When I read Scott's messages, it brought back some fun memories. In
June of 1972 I loaded up the car with 4 teens Scott, a Soph in HS, Our
Don a Junior, daughter Anita and a friend Donna and along with our
pop-up camper headed for "Explo 72'" in Dallas Tex. A gathering of
80,000 teens and adults. Every nite we packed the Cotton bowl to hear
the best Christian speakers in the nation, plus the greatest Christian
musicians -- most of whom came out of the 60's Hippy movement. We stayed
at a campground between Fort Worth and Dallas. They had workshops during
the day in Dallas for different age groups. There were so many
unexpected campers that they brought the best of these out to the
campgrounds. Scott's most admired person at that time was Billy Graham
-- he had his voice down pat and could do a mean imitation. Unbeknown to
Scott, Billy was coming to the camp. We all made sure we got to the tent
early, got scott in the front row. He almost fainted when Billy walked
in sporting an Hawaiian shirt, and stood right in front of him. I had at
least as much fun as the kids, maybe more!! Congrats on that precious
new baby Scott -- bless that Mom who gave him life. memories are
great. Dody Tallackson <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Dody.
----------------------
Thanks for the test Borge, we both passed. I think. Say Hi to Judy for
us.
----------------------
It's no secret that some folks "share" the Gazette and it's content
with other folks. I should add that Wally prefaced Pat's message with
the following note to me. Wally wrote: Hi big guy. Would you put Pat
Johnson on your list? She was Pat Mattson, her dad was Ted Mattson and
her sister was Erma Kittleson. Thanks Gary Wally <<<<
To that end, Wally sent the following he received from Pat (Mattson)
Johnson.
Subject: Re: SKEETERVILLE GAZETTE Hi Wally, I knew way back when
you would walk by my house, white shirt with rolled up sleeves, so
intent on what you were doing, that you would turn out to be a great
guy, successful, and a sweetheart to boot. You do, do your share to keep
Grafton in our minds and hearts and I do appreciate all your efforts.
And thank you for the mention of my Dad in such a gracious manner. He
was just like that, always willing to help to make things better for
anyone.
Yes, do sign me up for this newsletter.
Farrell is now out of his last stint in the hospital and has been
placed in a nursing home for rehab. He has had\ many changes in his meds
so I hope it all works out so he will be home by the holidays.
Just a mention regarding Walmark. Yes I too think it will close many
businesses and I hope it doesn't happen. They are not good for small
communities in my opinion. Thanks again Wally / Love, Pat <<<<
We are pleased to welcome and add Pat to the Gazette family. As you
can see, certainly everyone doesn't think Walmart is the best thing for
small towns.
++++
We are also pleased to add Debbie Walsh to our growing Gazette family
tree. It's great having a representative in Bend Oregon.
---------------------
"If your views differ from mine. That, in itself, doesn't mean you are
wrong. It could be that you don't fully understand the issue."
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
Just like papers in big towns. If you see something in the Gazette that
should be changed or corrected. Please let us know.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
October 18, 2007 - Thursday
-----------------------
A driver is safer when the roads are dry, and the roads are safer when
the driver is dry.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 49 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 57/48
Normal H/L temp for this date is 55/32
Today will be this years last edition of the Skeeterville Gazette. With
the 'normal' low temperature of 32 degrees. It's time for Shivercity to
return to production.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Almost every day I receive notes like the following. Often they come in
the form of questions and sometimes even concern. Mostly, I believe,
they are comments our business and community leaders should take to
heart. >>>
Gary,
I have to wonder was there this much discussion when K-Mart first came
to Grafton? I personally would like to see Walmart call Grafton home.
Think how many people it will bring in from the area to shop. While
they're here, they may decided to have lunch, stop at the drug store,
hardware store, etc.
If the local stores are worried about losing business, maybe they'll
need to work a little harder to keep the customers they have and even
harder to pull in the customers they currently don't have. For certain I
know that I'll still support True Value. Where else in the world can you
go in asking for a doohickey for my thing-a-majiggy and they know what
you're talking about?? <<<<
"There's no sense going to the ballpark, if no-one is playing a game.
There's no reason to go to the swimming pool if there's water in the
pool."
Or so it seems to me.
-------------------------
The world lost another wonderful lady on the Monday just past.
Although I really never knew Eleanor Osowski personally. I am certain
she was a special lady. Even though I never had the opportunity to speak
with Eleanor, I can tell you she was a person of her word. I might even
have seen her sometime, or maybe past her on the street. If so I might
not have recognized her, as she was a gracious lady and tended to be
discrete. Her word was her bond, I'm sure of that, and, along with all
her other blessings Eleanor (Lizakowski) Osowski wasn't afraid of work.
You might ask. How could I know so much about her even though I have
never even met her. The answer, my friends, is quite simple. For many
years I was fortunate enough to work hand in hand with Donald, one of
Eleanor's sons. She shared her traits with Donnie and he learned those
lessons well. So even though I've never met this wonderful lady, I truly
know her well.
With our most heartfelt condolences we extend our deepest sympathies to
everyone that holds Eleanor Osowski dear.
Eleanor Osowski
(October 21, 1916 - October 15, 2007)
Eleanor Osowski, 90, of Oslo, Minnesota died Monday, October 15, 2007.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am, Friday, October 19, 2007 at
St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Oslo with burial in St. Joseph's
Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm
with a 7:00 pm Prayer Service and one hour prior to services in the
church.
She is survived by her sons: Donald (Jane) of Grafton, Jim of Fargo,
Larry (Connie) of Grand Forks; daughters: Evie Delasantos of Mesa,
Delores (Chuck) Thomas of Rapid City, Lorraine Kallock of Fargo, Jan
(John) Gowan of Fargo, and Carol Hauser of Glyndon. She was preceded in
death by her parents; husband, Joseph and brother, Leo Lizakowski.
The Barnes Family Funeral Service, Henriksen-Kamrowski Chapel of Grafton
is assisting the family with arrangements.
--------------------
I have received several notes suggesting I comment on the status of
Newman's Alchem ethanol plant located on the North end of Grafton.
Although I didn't hear the news the night some local folks were featured
commenting on the closing. I was told that John Aasand was interviewed
on channel 8 and he wasn't the happiest camper upon hearing the news.
I am, however, almost positive there is no fact to the rumor that the
plant will be taken over by the folks from Crown Royal.
-----------------------
This note makes reference, among other things, to Bert Overlands
comments just a few days ago. Wally wrote. >>>
Hi Gary
I got this note last nite from Dick Swandby. I went to school with
him and his brothers Earl and Bitz.His father Ray had the Tollefson
Funeral Home. His first funeral home was on main street, next to Teds
Tavern. The thing I remember most about that funeral home and the tavern
was that the buildings were so poorly insulated that when the
nickelodeon was playing in the tavern you could hear it next door in the
funeral home.
Memories are great -- priceless. One of those memories was
when Mr. Swandby asked me to ask Ted Mattson if he could unplug it (the
nickelodeon) for a short time during the wake. Ted said you bet and went
over and pulled the plug. It must have been a regular thing as he did it
with a smile and in respect to the family
I wish more people would share the little things with you such
as Bert Overland did yesterday. They were and are now a great
family. Wally <<<< Thanks a million for caring and
sharing Wally.
----------------------
We are pleased to welcome Tucsonian resident Marjorie to the Gazette
family. We're also happy to welcome Lorraine to Gazette. She resides in
the Cavalier branch of the Gazette family tree.
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
If you haven't sent me a note lately, you have an advantage I don't
have. You know your there,..... and I don't.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
A driver is safer when the roads are dry, and the roads are safer when
the driver is dry.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 49 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 57/48
Normal H/L temp for this date is 55/32
Today will be this years last edition of the Skeeterville Gazette. With
the 'normal' low temperature of 32 degrees. It's time for Shivercity to
return to production.
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Almost every day I receive notes like the following. Often they come in
the form of questions and sometimes even concern. Mostly, I believe,
they are comments our business and community leaders should take to
heart. >>>
Gary,
I have to wonder was there this much discussion when K-Mart first came
to Grafton? I personally would like to see Walmart call Grafton home.
Think how many people it will bring in from the area to shop. While
they're here, they may decided to have lunch, stop at the drug store,
hardware store, etc.
If the local stores are worried about losing business, maybe they'll
need to work a little harder to keep the customers they have and even
harder to pull in the customers they currently don't have. For certain I
know that I'll still support True Value. Where else in the world can you
go in asking for a doohickey for my thing-a-majiggy and they know what
you're talking about?? <<<<
"There's no sense going to the ballpark, if no-one is playing a game.
There's no reason to go to the swimming pool if there's water in the
pool."
Or so it seems to me.
-------------------------
The world lost another wonderful lady on the Monday just past.
Although I really never knew Eleanor Osowski personally. I am certain
she was a special lady. Even though I never had the opportunity to speak
with Eleanor, I can tell you she was a person of her word. I might even
have seen her sometime, or maybe past her on the street. If so I might
not have recognized her, as she was a gracious lady and tended to be
discrete. Her word was her bond, I'm sure of that, and, along with all
her other blessings Eleanor (Lizakowski) Osowski wasn't afraid of work.
You might ask. How could I know so much about her even though I have
never even met her. The answer, my friends, is quite simple. For many
years I was fortunate enough to work hand in hand with Donald, one of
Eleanor's sons. She shared her traits with Donnie and he learned those
lessons well. So even though I've never met this wonderful lady, I truly
know her well.
With our most heartfelt condolences we extend our deepest sympathies to
everyone that holds Eleanor Osowski dear.
Eleanor Osowski
(October 21, 1916 - October 15, 2007)
Eleanor Osowski, 90, of Oslo, Minnesota died Monday, October 15, 2007.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am, Friday, October 19, 2007 at
St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Oslo with burial in St. Joseph's
Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm
with a 7:00 pm Prayer Service and one hour prior to services in the
church.
She is survived by her sons: Donald (Jane) of Grafton, Jim of Fargo,
Larry (Connie) of Grand Forks; daughters: Evie Delasantos of Mesa,
Delores (Chuck) Thomas of Rapid City, Lorraine Kallock of Fargo, Jan
(John) Gowan of Fargo, and Carol Hauser of Glyndon. She was preceded in
death by her parents; husband, Joseph and brother, Leo Lizakowski.
The Barnes Family Funeral Service, Henriksen-Kamrowski Chapel of Grafton
is assisting the family with arrangements.
--------------------
I have received several notes suggesting I comment on the status of
Newman's Alchem ethanol plant located on the North end of Grafton.
Although I didn't hear the news the night some local folks were featured
commenting on the closing. I was told that John Aasand was interviewed
on channel 8 and he wasn't the happiest camper upon hearing the news.
I am, however, almost positive there is no fact to the rumor that the
plant will be taken over by the folks from Crown Royal.
-----------------------
This note makes reference, among other things, to Bert Overlands
comments just a few days ago. Wally wrote. >>>
Hi Gary
I got this note last nite from Dick Swandby. I went to school with
him and his brothers Earl and Bitz.His father Ray had the Tollefson
Funeral Home. His first funeral home was on main street, next to Teds
Tavern. The thing I remember most about that funeral home and the tavern
was that the buildings were so poorly insulated that when the
nickelodeon was playing in the tavern you could hear it next door in the
funeral home.
Memories are great -- priceless. One of those memories was
when Mr. Swandby asked me to ask Ted Mattson if he could unplug it (the
nickelodeon) for a short time during the wake. Ted said you bet and went
over and pulled the plug. It must have been a regular thing as he did it
with a smile and in respect to the family
I wish more people would share the little things with you such
as Bert Overland did yesterday. They were and are now a great
family. Wally <<<< Thanks a million for caring and
sharing Wally.
----------------------
We are pleased to welcome Tucsonian resident Marjorie to the Gazette
family. We're also happy to welcome Lorraine to Gazette. She resides in
the Cavalier branch of the Gazette family tree.
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
If you haven't sent me a note lately, you have an advantage I don't
have. You know your there,..... and I don't.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
October 17, 2007 - Wednesday
10/17/07 WEDNESDAY
-----------------------
Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 44 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/36
Normal H/L temp for this date is 56/33
Normally it isn't this warm, this long. I guess maybe there is
something to that global warming stuff.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible,"
==================================
L O C A L news and stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
If you are looking for a good used 4-wheel drive Dodge truck. Don Almen
is offering his 1940 model complete with grain and potato box. Don's
Grafton telephone number is 15-f-21. If your interested you should call
ASAP. (The afore mentioned information was gleaned from an advertisement
in the April 8, 1948 Walsh County Record.)
-------------------------
Wally wanted to share the following thoughts. >>>>
Dear Friends
Today we say goodbye to one of our true friends. A teacher of
our class of 1947, Mary Beth (Lewis) Gorder. She was our home ec teacher
at Grafton High School.
My brother Ken was the only boy in her class. She told me many
times what a good student he was and the fun she had helping him bake
and sew.
Mary beth was a very special person in my life. She was
always pleasant always with a smile. One of her greatest assets was to
always find time to stop and visit with you.
Those students blessed enough to have associated with her,
became better people because of it. Mary Beth was a special person, from
a special time, a passing era.
Please pass this message on to any members of our class you
may have addresses to.
Keep in touch, I am always interested in how you
are. Wally <<<<
Thanks for caring and sharing Wally. If the world were full of flowers
and each bud could have a name. Just as sure as God loves everyone, the
loveliest blossom would have Mary Beth's name.
------------------------
Scott Hove sent additional clarification to yesterdays "blog" note.
>>>>
Gary,
Thank you for your kind comments in the Gazette ... if I may I'll chime
in a bit about what a "blog" is, etc. as to the question(s) from Gail:
The best definition I've come across for a blog is a 'frequently updated
website'. Technically, your e-mail to people each day is not a blog
but when that same e-mail information is "posted" to
www.NewsFromGrafton.com (a website) it becomes a blog. A blog can
have pictures (see the ones I reference below for examples of that).
The word itself comes from the word 'web log' or web diary. When
blogs first began they were basically diaries. Like many things the
technology has changed since then so that many people (myself included)
use the 'blog software and platforms' for other purposes too.
Anyone can go to: www.blogger.com (owned by Google) and set up a blog
and have a free instant website. Getting a name for it like
www.NewsFromGrafton.com gets a bit more complicated and is not
necessary.
As further proof that anyone can have a blog, my son Parker has one and
he's 17 weeks old. It's located at: parker.scotthove.com and my dog
has one located at: www.BlogByDog.com
Hope I haven't confused things!
Scott Hove <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Scott. It's
pretty hard for me to get confused, I don't know anything in the first
place.
----------------------
Duane Kargel sent the following thoughts about the migration of Walmart
stores throughout the land. I'm sure some of you remember Duane. He was
in the furniture business in Drayton for a number of years and he also
operated a furniture business in Grafton. He has also been "dubbed" by
some, as having the longest going out of business sales in modern
business times. He wrote. >>> Am always pleased to get the Skeeterville
Gazette. Although I've been away from the area for years it helps me
keep up on the changes in Grafton and old acquaintances. I would like
to comment on Walmart. Crookston recently opened up a Walmart
Superstore; a beautiful retail site that no doubt serves a purpose
for the area. I often hear how they are going to decimate the retail
businesses wherever they move but this is what I have observed. When
I lived in Detroit Lakes Walmart came in and there was a downturn for a
short time but soon the local businesses regained their foothold with
old customers coming back and NEW customers stopping in. That city is
now growing fast with many new businesses coming to town. As to
Crookston--The owner of Hardware Hank told me that her business is
already improving (you can't beat parking at the front door, getting
your product from someone who knows all about it and getting on the
way.) Hugo's Grocery is busier than ever. In fact on most given
days they have more cars in their parking lot than the big box store
with multiple departments. Local businesses are our friends and I
like to shop with someone I know and trust. <<<< Thanks a million for
caring and sharing Duane. There is little doubt, some are not looking
forward to the day the WalMart folks walk into town.
----------------------
Gosh Kermit, I sure hope I got your address write. And, I'd like to
welcome Wendy to the Gazette family.
As for when the Skeeterville Gazette becomes Shivercity. That will
happen on the first day our "normal" low temperature hits the freezing
point (32 degrees).
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
Today only four Gazettes were returned labelled "mailbox full".
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
-----------------------
Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 44 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/36
Normal H/L temp for this date is 56/33
Normally it isn't this warm, this long. I guess maybe there is
something to that global warming stuff.
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible,"
==============================
L O C A L news and stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
If you are looking for a good used 4-wheel drive Dodge truck. Don Almen
is offering his 1940 model complete with grain and potato box. Don's
Grafton telephone number is 15-f-21. If your interested you should call
ASAP. (The afore mentioned information was gleaned from an advertisement
in the April 8, 1948 Walsh County Record.)
-------------------------
Wally wanted to share the following thoughts. >>>>
Dear Friends
Today we say goodbye to one of our true friends. A teacher of
our class of 1947, Mary Beth (Lewis) Gorder. She was our home ec teacher
at Grafton High School.
My brother Ken was the only boy in her class. She told me many
times what a good student he was and the fun she had helping him bake
and sew.
Mary beth was a very special person in my life. She was
always pleasant always with a smile. One of her greatest assets was to
always find time to stop and visit with you.
Those students blessed enough to have associated with her,
became better people because of it. Mary Beth was a special person, from
a special time, a passing era.
Please pass this message on to any members of our class you
may have addresses to.
Keep in touch, I am always interested in how you
are. Wally <<<<
Thanks for caring and sharing Wally. If the world were full of flowers
and each bud could have a name. Just as sure as God loves everyone, the
loveliest blossom would have Mary Beth's name.
------------------------
Scott Hove sent additional clarification to yesterdays "blog" note.
>>>>
Gary,
Thank you for your kind comments in the Gazette ... if I may I'll chime
in a bit about what a "blog" is, etc. as to the question(s) from Gail:
The best definition I've come across for a blog is a 'frequently updated
website'. Technically, your e-mail to people each day is not a blog
but when that same e-mail information is "posted" to
www.NewsFromGrafton.com (a website) it becomes a blog. A blog can
have pictures (see the ones I reference below for examples of that).
The word itself comes from the word 'web log' or web diary. When
blogs first began they were basically diaries. Like many things the
technology has changed since then so that many people (myself included)
use the 'blog software and platforms' for other purposes too.
Anyone can go to: www.blogger.com (owned by Google) and set up a blog
and have a free instant website. Getting a name for it like
www.NewsFromGrafton.com gets a bit more complicated and is not
necessary.
As further proof that anyone can have a blog, my son Parker has one and
he's 17 weeks old. It's located at: parker.scotthove.com and my dog
has one located at: www.BlogByDog.com
Hope I haven't confused things!
Scott Hove <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Scott. It's
pretty hard for me to get confused, I don't know anything in the first
place.
----------------------
Duane Kargel sent the following thoughts about the migration of Walmart
stores throughout the land. I'm sure some of you remember Duane. He was
in the furniture business in Drayton for a number of years and he also
operated a furniture business in Grafton. He has also been "dubbed" by
some, as having the longest going out of business sales in modern
business times. He wrote. >>> Am always pleased to get the Skeeterville
Gazette. Although I've been away from the area for years it helps me
keep up on the changes in Grafton and old acquaintances. I would like
to comment on Walmart. Crookston recently opened up a Walmart
Superstore; a beautiful retail site that no doubt serves a purpose
for the area. I often hear how they are going to decimate the retail
businesses wherever they move but this is what I have observed. When
I lived in Detroit Lakes Walmart came in and there was a downturn for a
short time but soon the local businesses regained their foothold with
old customers coming back and NEW customers stopping in. That city is
now growing fast with many new businesses coming to town. As to
Crookston--The owner of Hardware Hank told me that her business is
already improving (you can't beat parking at the front door, getting
your product from someone who knows all about it and getting on the
way.) Hugo's Grocery is busier than ever. In fact on most given
days they have more cars in their parking lot than the big box store
with multiple departments. Local businesses are our friends and I
like to shop with someone I know and trust. <<<< Thanks a million for
caring and sharing Duane. There is little doubt, some are not looking
forward to the day the WalMart folks walk into town.
----------------------
Gosh Kermit, I sure hope I got your address write. And, I'd like to
welcome Wendy to the Gazette family.
As for when the Skeeterville Gazette becomes Shivercity. That will
happen on the first day our "normal" low temperature hits the freezing
point (32 degrees).
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
Today only four Gazettes were returned labelled "mailbox full".
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
October 16, 2007 - Tuesday
-----------------------
Some people get lost in thought because it's unfamiliar territory.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 42 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 56/32
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
I don't hear from Scott very often, however, when I do, it's always
interesting and often significant. Scott's latest note is both. He
wrote: >>>
Gary,
Greetings from Las Vegas! Good to see you "back at work."
While I know most people prefer getting their subscription via the
"mail" I just wanted to remind you that "back-up" copies are available
at: www.NewsFromGrafton.com
Comments from Las Vegas:
My wife, Debi, and I adopted a baby boy - Parker - in June. For some
who read this, that probably will mean a call to the paramedics about
now! He is very healthy and growing quickly! A side note: his
birth mother was from Washington, DC so, as a former candidate for
public office, I truly believe that Parker "is the best thing to come
out of Washington, DC in decades!"
What you hear about the housing situation is accurate. I have a
number of real estate agent friends who are listing all kinds of
property for sale but selling nothing. It has been fascinating to
watch how quickly things can change - going up (at first) and then
coming down (now)! But then again, I saw that happen a number of
years ago when I was in high school - potato and grain prices went up
quickly (mid-70*s) but then came down too! I am assuming that many
there are now enjoying some of the upward swing - finally.
Best,
Scott Hove <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Scott.
Congratulations to you and Debi from all of us in the Gazette family.
Parker is a very fortunate individual. Not only because he will not have
to grow up in the middle of the Washington DC political zoo, but mainly
because he will be able to grow up with two wonderful loving and caring
parents.
Thanks again Scott, for setting up the news from Grafton site. I am
very impressed with the extra large, easy to read, print.
----------------------
I can't believe the number of times I've heard (positive) comments on
the building the Robideaux's occupy on the corner of 4th street and
Manvel Avenue. Judging by the number of vehicles we often see around the
building, it's a good thing they have plenty of parking space as well.
Today I noticed a brand new "The Ultimate Gym" sign on the front of the
building. Maybe I should sign up and give the Robideaux's the "ultimate
test".
You never know. With a really good training program, I could end up
governor of California. Then again, that would be David Copperfield
stuff for sure.
-----------------------
The next note makes reference to my "blog" of sorts. I guess I really
haven't considered my babble a blog. I see it as more of a compendium of
dribble packed into a format that allows me the opportunity to share
thoughts I care about.
Gail wrote. >>>>
Hi Gary,
I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know I've
been receiving The Gazette and enjoying it. I like the idea of a blog
-- what does it take to get started? It seems like a great way to
connect with friends and family. How does it differ from a personal
website -- just no graphics? Yours is the first one I've ever
visited. Anyway, it's coming through and I appreciate it!
Has there been any announcement about WalMart coming into
Grafton yet? It's a double-edged sword, in my opinion. Yes, it
will keep many local shoppers in town, but just watch your downtown
businesses fold up. It's happening in Thief River Falls, where a
WalMart SuperStore opened up about a year ago. Maurice's left
downtown and moved closer to the WalMart area, Vanity closed up and now
their Ben Franklin store is going out of business. Pamida closed
shortly before WalMart opened, and it seems to me I heard oneof the
grocery stores will beclosing. I don't necessarily think WalMart
has much cheaper prices on a lot of their items, but it's the
convenience of having everything all in one store that's attractive.
It will be interesting to see what happens.
Thanks, and Best Regards,
Gail <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Gail. To tell
you the truth Gail, I don't have any idea what the difference is between
what I do, what a blob is, and, what a real web site is.
I started out sending notes to my family. The next thing I knew, the
notes were going out to folks in twenty three states and two foreign
countries. In the beginning, I started writing things to family members
simply as a method of mental therapy. It was, and is, a super way of
keeping the space between my ears active.
The last word I've heard on WalMart is, so far there isn't any word on
WalMart.
----------------------
Shortly after we mentioned Ken Johnson and the North Trinity Church in
the Gazette Marjie sent the following note. >>>> Hi Gary,
Saw a picture on the cover of an insert in my local weekly paper.
It was of a beautiful church and it looked very familiar, like ones I
had seen while riding in ND last summer. I turned to the article and was
not too surprised to discover the article said the church was in ND,
Walsh County to be exact. I don't know if I saw this particular church
but certainly others like it, including one at Icelandic Park.
The Catholic church shown is also said to be in Walsh County and is
just lovely.
The article mentions and shows churches in other states but the ND
ones might be if interest to you.
Marjie
http://www.americanprofile.com/article/23986.html <<<< Thanks a
Million for caring and sharing Marjie. I checked it out and the first
picture was that of North Trinity.
It really is a small world, isn't it?
------------------------
"Be who you are and say what you feel... Because those who mind
don'tmatter... and those who matter don't mind"
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
Five Gazettes yesterday were returned labelled "mailbox full". I can
only assume those folks either don't read their mail, or, they don't
want mail.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Some people get lost in thought because it's unfamiliar territory.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 42 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 59/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 56/32
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
I don't hear from Scott very often, however, when I do, it's always
interesting and often significant. Scott's latest note is both. He
wrote: >>>
Gary,
Greetings from Las Vegas! Good to see you "back at work."
While I know most people prefer getting their subscription via the
"mail" I just wanted to remind you that "back-up" copies are available
at: www.NewsFromGrafton.com
Comments from Las Vegas:
My wife, Debi, and I adopted a baby boy - Parker - in June. For some
who read this, that probably will mean a call to the paramedics about
now! He is very healthy and growing quickly! A side note: his
birth mother was from Washington, DC so, as a former candidate for
public office, I truly believe that Parker "is the best thing to come
out of Washington, DC in decades!"
What you hear about the housing situation is accurate. I have a
number of real estate agent friends who are listing all kinds of
property for sale but selling nothing. It has been fascinating to
watch how quickly things can change - going up (at first) and then
coming down (now)! But then again, I saw that happen a number of
years ago when I was in high school - potato and grain prices went up
quickly (mid-70*s) but then came down too! I am assuming that many
there are now enjoying some of the upward swing - finally.
Best,
Scott Hove <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Scott.
Congratulations to you and Debi from all of us in the Gazette family.
Parker is a very fortunate individual. Not only because he will not have
to grow up in the middle of the Washington DC political zoo, but mainly
because he will be able to grow up with two wonderful loving and caring
parents.
Thanks again Scott, for setting up the news from Grafton site. I am
very impressed with the extra large, easy to read, print.
----------------------
I can't believe the number of times I've heard (positive) comments on
the building the Robideaux's occupy on the corner of 4th street and
Manvel Avenue. Judging by the number of vehicles we often see around the
building, it's a good thing they have plenty of parking space as well.
Today I noticed a brand new "The Ultimate Gym" sign on the front of the
building. Maybe I should sign up and give the Robideaux's the "ultimate
test".
You never know. With a really good training program, I could end up
governor of California. Then again, that would be David Copperfield
stuff for sure.
-----------------------
The next note makes reference to my "blog" of sorts. I guess I really
haven't considered my babble a blog. I see it as more of a compendium of
dribble packed into a format that allows me the opportunity to share
thoughts I care about.
Gail wrote. >>>>
Hi Gary,
I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know I've
been receiving The Gazette and enjoying it. I like the idea of a blog
-- what does it take to get started? It seems like a great way to
connect with friends and family. How does it differ from a personal
website -- just no graphics? Yours is the first one I've ever
visited. Anyway, it's coming through and I appreciate it!
Has there been any announcement about WalMart coming into
Grafton yet? It's a double-edged sword, in my opinion. Yes, it
will keep many local shoppers in town, but just watch your downtown
businesses fold up. It's happening in Thief River Falls, where a
WalMart SuperStore opened up about a year ago. Maurice's left
downtown and moved closer to the WalMart area, Vanity closed up and now
their Ben Franklin store is going out of business. Pamida closed
shortly before WalMart opened, and it seems to me I heard oneof the
grocery stores will beclosing. I don't necessarily think WalMart
has much cheaper prices on a lot of their items, but it's the
convenience of having everything all in one store that's attractive.
It will be interesting to see what happens.
Thanks, and Best Regards,
Gail <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Gail. To tell
you the truth Gail, I don't have any idea what the difference is between
what I do, what a blob is, and, what a real web site is.
I started out sending notes to my family. The next thing I knew, the
notes were going out to folks in twenty three states and two foreign
countries. In the beginning, I started writing things to family members
simply as a method of mental therapy. It was, and is, a super way of
keeping the space between my ears active.
The last word I've heard on WalMart is, so far there isn't any word on
WalMart.
----------------------
Shortly after we mentioned Ken Johnson and the North Trinity Church in
the Gazette Marjie sent the following note. >>>> Hi Gary,
Saw a picture on the cover of an insert in my local weekly paper.
It was of a beautiful church and it looked very familiar, like ones I
had seen while riding in ND last summer. I turned to the article and was
not too surprised to discover the article said the church was in ND,
Walsh County to be exact. I don't know if I saw this particular church
but certainly others like it, including one at Icelandic Park.
The Catholic church shown is also said to be in Walsh County and is
just lovely.
The article mentions and shows churches in other states but the ND
ones might be if interest to you.
Marjie
http://www.americanprofile.com
Million for caring and sharing Marjie. I checked it out and the first
picture was that of North Trinity.
It really is a small world, isn't it?
------------------------
"Be who you are and say what you feel... Because those who mind
don'tmatter... and those who matter don't mind"
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
Five Gazettes yesterday were returned labelled "mailbox full". I can
only assume those folks either don't read their mail, or, they don't
want mail.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Monday, October 15, 2007
October 15, 2007 - Monday
----------------------
In grandma's day the biggest baby-sitter problem was diaper rash.
----------------------
The current temperature is 29 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 57/34
Normal H/L temp for this date is 57/34
It doesn't happen often but yesterday's Hi and low temperature was
exactly what our "normal" H/L is for this date.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Dakota Refrigeration and Appliance Co. started business in 1956 on main
street in what was known as the old Walsh County Record building. G.A.
Galle and Fred Sevigny started the business as partners. In 1957 they
bought out Bob and Ray's TV Service and Ray Schultz stayed with them.
In January of 1959 Fred Sevigny bought out Galle and the business
became known as The Grafton Appliance Center. The Grafton Appliance
Center moved into it's new home on the south side of hiway 17 on the
West side of Grafton on December 31, 1966 and has operated out of that
facility since that date.
A early Walsh County Record account of Fred and his Appliance business
gives credit to Clyde Kieley and Clyde's brother Don Kieley for sharing
their experience with him.
Unfortunately, with feelings of sorrow and regret, along with many
others, I attended the "final" auction sale of a business that has
played a significant part of Grafton for more than a half century.
The very first TV set we ever purchased came from Grafton Appliance as
did our first freezer, microwave. I can still remember Fred, standing
alongside of a small freezer, saying, "If you have a freezer like 'dis'
it will pay for itself in no-time with "da" money you will save on
food." and of course he was right. Gosh I miss Fred Sevigny, and, I'm
going to really miss the Grafton Appliance Center too.
-----------------------
Talking about things happening in Grafton. Friday night Pat and I were
"dinning" at Marketplace. Two beautiful young ladies walked in the back
door and sat down just across the dinning room floor from us. Then, a
few minutes later, Two old goats walked in the front door pushing a
pleasant looking elderly "man of the cloth" and they sat down at the
table with the two younger ladies.
When I mentioned that I might find occasion to share that incident in
the Gazette. They indicated that they wouldn't care,.... as long as I
didn't mention any names. So,... I did, and I won't. Except to say that
it was a former Optometrist that didn't recognize us, and, that it took
two attempts by the man that once made his living flying under hi-line
wires to get the Padres wheelchair up to the table. No-matter, I'd be
willing to bet (pardon the pun padre) they'll all do it again sometime
soon.
------------------------
I'm not sure how to comment on the following note except to say that I
have no trouble believing it. >>>>
Hi Gary,
This is in response to your story about Altru. As a person who has dealt
with both sides of the health industry, Canada and the US, I must say
that the US health care is MUCH more desirable than socialized medicine.
My brother-in-law is a doctor in Prince George, BC and he explained
their health system in 3 words...RATIONED HEALTH CARE. And that's
exactly what it is. We do NOT want to end up like Canada. We have a
summer home in BC and the clinic that is down at the end of our road has
to hold fund raisers to be there. The hospital which is 30 miles away,
had to have fund raiser for a CT scan, and any other necessary equipment
needed to run a hospital. And it's not private. Everything is controlled
by the government. The government doesn't have the money to supply any
equipment for this hospital, let alone doctors. There was a day this
summer when there were NO doctors at the hospital! and the doctors they
do get for the most part, aren't young. We have experienced first hand
through my husband's brothers-in-law, that the health care providers
hope you die before you get your treatments for cancer. I have more
horror stories, but it would take too much space. With the population
increasing, perhaps it's time to make Grafton's hospital more like
Altru? Or maybe Grand Forks needs another hospital. But in any case,
just be thankful that we CAN get treatments right away instead of having
to wait months. Just my 2 cents worth.
Mary Small (Lykken) <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Mary. I agree kindheartedly.
After all, In light of the fact that we have politicians in Washington
that apparently don't even know what a rest room in an airport should be
used for. How in God's green earth could we expect them to know how to
run our country's health system?
-----------------------
The big signs over our gas pumps in Grafton indicate the price of gas
is in the $2.79 range (now). Some think that's better than is was, some
think it should be better, and, the following note is Berts thought for
the day. >>>
Gary; it is pathetic to see some congressmen yelp how they are
going to go after the Exxon Mobile company because of their high
profits. That is a stupid joke some people even believe is right. They
don't tell you that the oil companies make $0.11 cents oper gallon, far
less than the federal tax per gallon not taking into account the state
tax per gallon. In Wa. state we pay $0.46 per gallon tax per gallon,
better than four (4) times the oil company profits. Bert Overland <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert.
==================================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==================================
Thanks Mary, I really do appreciate getting updated addresses.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
In grandma's day the biggest baby-sitter problem was diaper rash.
----------------------
The current temperature is 29 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 57/34
Normal H/L temp for this date is 57/34
It doesn't happen often but yesterday's Hi and low temperature was
exactly what our "normal" H/L is for this date.
==============================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==============================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Dakota Refrigeration and Appliance Co. started business in 1956 on main
street in what was known as the old Walsh County Record building. G.A.
Galle and Fred Sevigny started the business as partners. In 1957 they
bought out Bob and Ray's TV Service and Ray Schultz stayed with them.
In January of 1959 Fred Sevigny bought out Galle and the business
became known as The Grafton Appliance Center. The Grafton Appliance
Center moved into it's new home on the south side of hiway 17 on the
West side of Grafton on December 31, 1966 and has operated out of that
facility since that date.
A early Walsh County Record account of Fred and his Appliance business
gives credit to Clyde Kieley and Clyde's brother Don Kieley for sharing
their experience with him.
Unfortunately, with feelings of sorrow and regret, along with many
others, I attended the "final" auction sale of a business that has
played a significant part of Grafton for more than a half century.
The very first TV set we ever purchased came from Grafton Appliance as
did our first freezer, microwave. I can still remember Fred, standing
alongside of a small freezer, saying, "If you have a freezer like 'dis'
it will pay for itself in no-time with "da" money you will save on
food." and of course he was right. Gosh I miss Fred Sevigny, and, I'm
going to really miss the Grafton Appliance Center too.
-----------------------
Talking about things happening in Grafton. Friday night Pat and I were
"dinning" at Marketplace. Two beautiful young ladies walked in the back
door and sat down just across the dinning room floor from us. Then, a
few minutes later, Two old goats walked in the front door pushing a
pleasant looking elderly "man of the cloth" and they sat down at the
table with the two younger ladies.
When I mentioned that I might find occasion to share that incident in
the Gazette. They indicated that they wouldn't care,.... as long as I
didn't mention any names. So,... I did, and I won't. Except to say that
it was a former Optometrist that didn't recognize us, and, that it took
two attempts by the man that once made his living flying under hi-line
wires to get the Padres wheelchair up to the table. No-matter, I'd be
willing to bet (pardon the pun padre) they'll all do it again sometime
soon.
------------------------
I'm not sure how to comment on the following note except to say that I
have no trouble believing it. >>>>
Hi Gary,
This is in response to your story about Altru. As a person who has dealt
with both sides of the health industry, Canada and the US, I must say
that the US health care is MUCH more desirable than socialized medicine.
My brother-in-law is a doctor in Prince George, BC and he explained
their health system in 3 words...RATIONED HEALTH CARE. And that's
exactly what it is. We do NOT want to end up like Canada. We have a
summer home in BC and the clinic that is down at the end of our road has
to hold fund raisers to be there. The hospital which is 30 miles away,
had to have fund raiser for a CT scan, and any other necessary equipment
needed to run a hospital. And it's not private. Everything is controlled
by the government. The government doesn't have the money to supply any
equipment for this hospital, let alone doctors. There was a day this
summer when there were NO doctors at the hospital! and the doctors they
do get for the most part, aren't young. We have experienced first hand
through my husband's brothers-in-law, that the health care providers
hope you die before you get your treatments for cancer. I have more
horror stories, but it would take too much space. With the population
increasing, perhaps it's time to make Grafton's hospital more like
Altru? Or maybe Grand Forks needs another hospital. But in any case,
just be thankful that we CAN get treatments right away instead of having
to wait months. Just my 2 cents worth.
Mary Small (Lykken) <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Mary. I agree kindheartedly.
After all, In light of the fact that we have politicians in Washington
that apparently don't even know what a rest room in an airport should be
used for. How in God's green earth could we expect them to know how to
run our country's health system?
-----------------------
The big signs over our gas pumps in Grafton indicate the price of gas
is in the $2.79 range (now). Some think that's better than is was, some
think it should be better, and, the following note is Berts thought for
the day. >>>
Gary; it is pathetic to see some congressmen yelp how they are
going to go after the Exxon Mobile company because of their high
profits. That is a stupid joke some people even believe is right. They
don't tell you that the oil companies make $0.11 cents oper gallon, far
less than the federal tax per gallon not taking into account the state
tax per gallon. In Wa. state we pay $0.46 per gallon tax per gallon,
better than four (4) times the oil company profits. Bert Overland <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert.
==============================
GOTTA - GO - WORK - ON - MY - DASH
==============================
Thanks Mary, I really do appreciate getting updated addresses.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
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