Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
04/09/06 SUNDAY
REALLY LATE EDITION
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Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Shady Oak Camp
Ground. Formerly Phyll and Bills Drive Inn, just east of the Fair Oaks
Golf Course.
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The current temperature is 49 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was N/A
Normal H/L temp for this date is N/A
The Shivercity Gazette staff is preparing to put the Shivercity portion
on the shelf for the summer. As soon as the average H/L temperatures are
above freezing, Shivercity will cease and the Skeeterville Gazette will
become the summers resource for babble.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
For those wondering where Grafton is. We are about a ½ inch south of
the Canadian border and just a tad less than that north of Grand Forks.
If your not looking for anything to do this summer. You can do it better
in Grafton than anywhere. A beautiful 9 hole grass Green Golf Course,
the nicest camp ground between Grand Forks and Winnipeg. Breakfast at
Granny's and Supper (dinner for you folks south of St. Paul) at
Marketplace on 8th, and a liberal amount of libation dispensaries
staffed with wonderful folks specially trained to listen to travelers
trivia.
Folks returning for this years Summerfest and class reunions will be
able to see some of Uncle Sigs Gigantic Antique collection, right here
in town at Heritage Village.
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There is something going on out at Elmwood on the 22nd of this month.
I'm not sure what, but according to "our" local channel 3, if we have
any questions we can call one of the board members. I wonder if they
left the names of the board members off the announcement on purpose, or
if someone thought everyone should know who they are.
==================================
"The only difference between an educated person with a foul mouth and a
dummy,.... is the cost of the education." Or so it seems to me.
==================================
I wonder what ever happened to The Friends of Friendship Campaign. I
got a chance to shake Butch's hand Saturday at Rally in the Valley.
Butch is always an interesting individual to talk to.
----------------------
Last week was a very busy week for some and stressful for many. With
several funerals and two large benefits it was difficult, for some, to
decide where or what function they should, or could attend. Judging by
the size of the turnout at all of them, most folks must have
participated in all of them.
That of course, is what keeps small towns together, close knit, and
friendly. The ability to be able to say Hi to a complete stranger on the
street is one of the things many folks "miss" when they move to the
city.
Recognizing people, for the most part, at all of last weeks benefits
and funerals. Sharing and caring, with everyone, is what we would like
folks to believe are best done in small communities. I to, believe "we"
are as good as any in that endeavor.
From the time I was a small boy. I was taught, sometimes you can say
more not saying anything. I'm wondering, if that was the case in this
weeks St. John the Evangelist Church Bulletin.
The Church Mission Statement reads. St. John the Evangelist Parish is a
Catholic Community of believers who worship God and share faith with
others through welcoming, encouraging, sharing, reconciling, being
faithful, praying and healing in Jesus' name.
That statement was printed on the first page, and, I believe it's a
good one. On the second page, however, the following.
Our Sympathies to: Paul Campbell, the Bill & Tammy Campbell family,
the Greg & Leanne Campbell family on the death of their wife, mother and
grandmother, Marietta Campbell.
As I read the previous message I thought "maybe", to save space,
Marietta's daughters were intentionally left out and just the son's that
lived in town were mentioned. Then, I realized Tom, the oldest son, and
his wife Lori were also not mentioned and they do live in town.
Then I went back and read the mission statement again, and I'll be
darned i I don't think someone, somewhere, is trying to say something,
somehow, without saying it. Of course that's just my opinion, and, it's
not worth much, if anything at all. I think the individual responsible
for the expression of sympathies to the Paul Campbell family should
re-read the announcement, revisit the thought, and offer a most humble
apology to the Campbell family. Or so it seems to me.
------------------------
I haven't heard any attendance numbers for Nessa Schrank's benefit
Sunday although I can say. "There sure was a pile of people there when
Pat and I went." This time, one of the first folks I saw as we entered
Marketplace was Cheryl Vistad, then Rose Wendelbo, she was directing
traffic like the Canadian Mounted Police used to on Portage Avenue in
Winnipeg during a Queens visit. Her husband Howard got promoted, from
cashier at the Wharams benefit, to a photographer for Nessa's gathering.
I also noticed Jim Vistad advanced from hauling dirty plates to the
garbage to filling them with potato salad. I noticed too, that he didn't
get any "slimmer" over the past few days either. Then again,... neither
did I.
Of course we (I) couldn't leave without foraging thru the fresh baked
food department. WOW, it truly was a diabetics "hell on earth". This
time though, I was able to hold Pat down to a couple dozen brownies a
couple boxes of carrot cake, two pans of banana bread and two dozen
peanut butter cookies. That should last "most" of the week.
Both benefits, for "little" Ben & Maria and for Nessa Schrank are
especially worthwhile. It certainly is not to late, to contribute to
their cause. To all of you that have. From Pat and me, and our whole
family, thank you so much. May your days always be blessed with health
and Happiness. And, should you stumble along the way. The world is full
of super people, caring and sharing every day. Gary & Pat and family.
-------------------------
Wally wanted to share the following.
Hi Gary;
We saw the third highly successful fund raiser at the
Marketplace on 8th. I have been born and raised here and have seen
nothing like these for people who were truly in need of help and
deserved it. It's great to live in a community such as we have here.
We should be most happy to have people like Sue Corneillie
in business and a part of our community. Always ready to help. To be
very honest, stop a minute and think. What would we do without her place
of business? Sue deserves our support.
As I worked in my shop today I thought about these fund
raisers. My thoughts were that our community is filled with loads of
talent in so many ways. People ready to roll up their sleeves and go to
work. Our sincere thanks to you all. Wally
<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Wally. I couldn't agree
more.
-----------------------
I would also like to thank everyone for the cards, notes and letters on
my birthday. Your thoughts and prayers are very much appreciated. It may
be old age, senility or a combination of both. But I seem to get a
little more sentimental each year.
I especially want to thank you Rod, for your thoughtfulness and heart
touching words. I will never, forget them. Gary
------------------------
I am pleased to welcome Rich & Ruth Clemenson, Jean Bodmer and Evelyn
Torblaa to the Gazette family.
------------------------
I am happy to report that the "previously lost" Tuesday Gazette has
started showing up again. I'll be darned if I know why, or where they
went but so far I've received 15 notes saying there in someones
mailbox,... finally.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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, April 10, 2006
Saturday, April 08, 2006
April 7, 2006 - Friday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
04/07/06 FRIDAY
REALLY LATE EDTION
----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Lunski's Septic
Tank Service.
If you can dump it, Lunski can pump it.
----------------------
The current temperature is 31 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was "windy"
Normal H/L temp for this date is "nicer"
Saturday is Rally is the Valley day at the Grafton Armory. Stop by and
check it out.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
Foul language is used, most often, when the speaker needs to fill the
void between his ears, while his intelligence is being converted to
ignorance.
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
I've noticed, the past several days, the sign in front of the Jet Oil
(BP) gas station and their advertisements in the local paper says, "We
sell quality oil "not" tractors.
I'm not sure what that really means. Could it mean they do in fact sell
tractors, though there not "Quality" tractors? OR, could it mean they
don't sell tractors and are suggesting that those that do, don't sell
"quality" oil? OR, did they put that on their sign just to catch the
attention of dummies like me?
-----------------------
Somewhere, it was written; "Forgive them Lord for they don't have a
single ounce of sense." Or, something like that. Anyway, that
couldn't be more true than when applied to those that advertise their
interest and desire in "renting" beets. I find it "almost" unbelievable
that anyone connected with the beet industry in the Red River Valley
could, or would, allow the law-violating term "rent" used in any way,
shape or form.
------------------------
A once long time dispute between the Grafton Lutheran and Our Saviours
Lutheran congregations was settled many years ago. The end result lists
Grafton Lutheran as oldest and Our Saviours as have the oldest church.
Which in turn, brings us to Diann's note.
She wrote; >>>
Gary, I have some information that I would like you to pass on to your
loyal readers.
This year in conjunction with Summerfest, Our Saviours Lutheran Church
in Grafton will be celebrating our 125th anniversary. Our Saviours was
the first church in the city of Grafton. (see, I told you so) A worship
and communion service will be at 10 am on June 25,
2006.
There will be an afternoon program at 2pm . We will have a catered
meal at
11:30 and reservations are recommended. Cost is $8 per adult, $4 for
children under 12 and, under 5 are free.
We are hoping to reach any former members of our church who are
interested in this event.
Tickets can be purchased from Richard and Mary Nelson 352-0114 or Steve
and Rachel Fisher 352-3832 by June 1st.
We also have a new cookbook just out. It is available at Dennys,
Grafton Drug and Thrifty White Drug for $8 or from any church member or
the church office 352-1627. Hoping that people will pass the
word along to former members and friends. We would love to have as many
come back as possible. I am sure you have heard by now that Pastor Pete
Schiefelbein is returning to Our Saviours to lead the flock. He is due
to begin in early May.
Thanks, Diann Bratlie. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Diann. Congratulations and I hope your 125 year anniversary celebration
is a huge success. -----------------------
I'm sure just as I did, many folks received the 01/02/03/04/05/06 thing
the other day. With that in mind, I also received the following though.
... I see you also got the email about the 01:02:03 04/05/06 business
and commented that it will never happen again. You are right about
that, but did you ever think that we'll never get another chance at
right now, no matter what the date? I wonder if the person who initially
realized the above sequence of numbers would be coming in the near
future ever thought about what they would have been thinking about if
they knew today was their last day on earth? I'll bet those numbers
would seem fairly insignificant if that were the case. <<< Thanks a
million, for caring and sharing that thought as well.
Here's another thought to ponder. "The second the minute you're
thinking about, gets thought, it's history." Or so it seems to me. GLM
-----------------------
Grafton's Leistikow Memorial Park was established in 1915
==================================
Please plan to attend the Palm Sunday Pork Dinner Benefit for Nessa
Schrank.
Nessa, daughter of Keith and Sandy Schrank is presently hospitalized at
St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Mn. recovering from a brain aneurism
due to a brain development called Moyamoya.
Nessa's benefit will begin at 10:30 and go til 4:00pm at Marketplace on
8th.
Howard and Rose Wendelbo have assured me the food and fellowship will
be fantastic and tickets for the event are only $10 each.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. Or so it
seems to me.
P. S.
I looks like the folks from juno.com are blacklisting the Gazette
again.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
04/07/06 FRIDAY
REALLY LATE EDTION
----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Lunski's Septic
Tank Service.
If you can dump it, Lunski can pump it.
----------------------
The current temperature is 31 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was "windy"
Normal H/L temp for this date is "nicer"
Saturday is Rally is the Valley day at the Grafton Armory. Stop by and
check it out.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
Foul language is used, most often, when the speaker needs to fill the
void between his ears, while his intelligence is being converted to
ignorance.
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
I've noticed, the past several days, the sign in front of the Jet Oil
(BP) gas station and their advertisements in the local paper says, "We
sell quality oil "not" tractors.
I'm not sure what that really means. Could it mean they do in fact sell
tractors, though there not "Quality" tractors? OR, could it mean they
don't sell tractors and are suggesting that those that do, don't sell
"quality" oil? OR, did they put that on their sign just to catch the
attention of dummies like me?
-----------------------
Somewhere, it was written; "Forgive them Lord for they don't have a
single ounce of sense." Or, something like that. Anyway, that
couldn't be more true than when applied to those that advertise their
interest and desire in "renting" beets. I find it "almost" unbelievable
that anyone connected with the beet industry in the Red River Valley
could, or would, allow the law-violating term "rent" used in any way,
shape or form.
------------------------
A once long time dispute between the Grafton Lutheran and Our Saviours
Lutheran congregations was settled many years ago. The end result lists
Grafton Lutheran as oldest and Our Saviours as have the oldest church.
Which in turn, brings us to Diann's note.
She wrote; >>>
Gary, I have some information that I would like you to pass on to your
loyal readers.
This year in conjunction with Summerfest, Our Saviours Lutheran Church
in Grafton will be celebrating our 125th anniversary. Our Saviours was
the first church in the city of Grafton. (see, I told you so) A worship
and communion service will be at 10 am on June 25,
2006.
There will be an afternoon program at 2pm . We will have a catered
meal at
11:30 and reservations are recommended. Cost is $8 per adult, $4 for
children under 12 and, under 5 are free.
We are hoping to reach any former members of our church who are
interested in this event.
Tickets can be purchased from Richard and Mary Nelson 352-0114 or Steve
and Rachel Fisher 352-3832 by June 1st.
We also have a new cookbook just out. It is available at Dennys,
Grafton Drug and Thrifty White Drug for $8 or from any church member or
the church office 352-1627. Hoping that people will pass the
word along to former members and friends. We would love to have as many
come back as possible. I am sure you have heard by now that Pastor Pete
Schiefelbein is returning to Our Saviours to lead the flock. He is due
to begin in early May.
Thanks, Diann Bratlie. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Diann. Congratulations and I hope your 125 year anniversary celebration
is a huge success. -----------------------
I'm sure just as I did, many folks received the 01/02/03/04/05/06 thing
the other day. With that in mind, I also received the following though.
... I see you also got the email about the 01:02:03 04/05/06 business
and commented that it will never happen again. You are right about
that, but did you ever think that we'll never get another chance at
right now, no matter what the date? I wonder if the person who initially
realized the above sequence of numbers would be coming in the near
future ever thought about what they would have been thinking about if
they knew today was their last day on earth? I'll bet those numbers
would seem fairly insignificant if that were the case. <<< Thanks a
million, for caring and sharing that thought as well.
Here's another thought to ponder. "The second the minute you're
thinking about, gets thought, it's history." Or so it seems to me. GLM
-----------------------
Grafton's Leistikow Memorial Park was established in 1915
==================================
Please plan to attend the Palm Sunday Pork Dinner Benefit for Nessa
Schrank.
Nessa, daughter of Keith and Sandy Schrank is presently hospitalized at
St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Mn. recovering from a brain aneurism
due to a brain development called Moyamoya.
Nessa's benefit will begin at 10:30 and go til 4:00pm at Marketplace on
8th.
Howard and Rose Wendelbo have assured me the food and fellowship will
be fantastic and tickets for the event are only $10 each.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. Or so it
seems to me.
P. S.
I looks like the folks from juno.com are blacklisting the Gazette
again.
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Friday, April 07, 2006
April 6, 2006 - Thursday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
04/06/06 THURSDAY
LATE EDITION
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by the hundreds and
hundreds and hundreds AND hundreds of absolutely wonderful loving caring
folks that attended "little" Ben and Maria Wharam's benefit dinner at
Marketplace on 8th this day.
---------------------
The current temperature is 40 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 60/33
Normal H/L temp for this date is 47/27
Weather for the rest of the week will be perfect for caring and sharing
with those less fortunate than us.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
The Park River level continues to fall. It doesn't appear that flooding
is in Graftons immediate future. I would like to extend my sincere
thanks and appreciation to "our" community leaders and those involved
with preliminary flood preparations,... should they have been needed.
An ounce of prevention is always better than a pound of cure.
------------------------
The latest word on Pizza Hut is for a April 28 opening. So far 10 new
employees have been hired and they hope to have 10 more hired before the
opening date. Apparently all of the new employees will go to Grand Forks
to train. I guess that's so they can get used to handling big city
traffic,... just in case Grafton gets to be a big city.
-------------------------
==The Wharam Family Benefit Dinner.==
It was obvious when Pat and I looked for a parking place couldn't find
one, there would be a large crowd. Every parking lot, every parking
spot, was taken within two city blocks of the Marketplace.
As Pat and I walked into Marketplace on 8th shortly after 5:00pm the
place was already packed. People hurrying and scurrying in every
direction. First I noticed Rose Wendelbo directing folks "with meal
tickets" downstairs. Then, Roger Stark asked, how many raffle tickets we
wanted, then added, "keep in mind, I don't give change." (Super job
Roger)
Then we made it to the "ticket table". Howard Wendelbo was manning it
and I handed him the envelope of money and checks several members of the
Gazette family had sent for "little" Ben and Maria. Again, as I looked
around I noticed that many, maybe dozens, had stickers with their names
on them, and designated as helpers covered the entire facility.
As we approached the buffet table, I found myself struggling to hold
down a gigantic lump in my throat. This is small town USA at it's
absolute best, I thought. This is the nucleus of individuals I have
lived with my entire life, I thought. I looked for Mary Jo or Tom Olson,
to say thanks, but failed to see them. I looked for Susie from
Marketplace, and, I did see her, for a second, as she was hurrying into
the kitchen. Vicky DeSautel, on the way downstairs with an armful of
buns, came over,.. dropped everything in her arms and gave Pat and me a
super big Hug and thanked us for coming. (the buns were still in bags,
so they didn't get dirty)
As we sat down to eat, once again I was impressed by the number of
people "working" and especially the number of folks that came to help
make "our" little Wharam children benefit as good as it could be. Then
"Little" Ben's grandmother, Kim LeClerc, came over and gave me a hug and
thanked us for coming, and for mentioning the benefit in the Gazette.
Nels Midgarden also stopped by our table to say hello. I must admit I
was really pleased to be able to eat from heavy duty American Crystal
plates though I'm guessing many if not most businesses in the area
donated items of every nature imaginable. Thanks Maryjo Lapp for the
super table decorations. The pictures of "Little" Ben and Maria on each
table was a fantastic idea. The Agsco Company has been fabulous and,
many area banks opened their vaults as wide as one could hope for. It
would be impossible to mention everyone by name, however I think the
tallest helper might have been Howard Ray and I'm pretty sure Jim Vistad
was the broadest.
I was also very pleased to have so many folks express their
appreciation for the contributions of "our" Gazette family members. I
too, am very proud of the part "our" Gazette family plays in so many
very worthwhile causes throughout the area.
We finished dinner, it was delicious, then stopped by the home baked
goods table. Pat insisted we pickup a couple dozen chocolate items, a
half dozen carrot cakes and then we left to allow more people room to
enter.
I am a better person for knowing the Wharam's, and a better citizen for
being there. One things for certain. The Lord will need to call in extra
angles to listen the all the prayers from this event.
P.S.
The part about Pat insisting, might have been a bit of an exaggeration.
Actually I was the one that thought we "needed" the chocolate stuff.
==================================
"Passion is the difference between living and existing."
==================================
This Sunday will be another special event. The Nessa Schrank Benefit
featuring a delicious Pork Dinner and all the fixins.
Beautiful 20 year old Nessa Schrank is recovering from a brain aneurism
due to a brain development called Moyamoya. Nessa will undergo several
additional surgeries and require extensive hospital stay.
Please plan on attending Nessa's benefit dinner this Palm Sunday from
10:30 to 4:00pm at Marketplace on 8th in Grafton. Bring the entire
family and enjoy a fabulous small town benefit get-together.
==================================
The Givens Cafe holds the honor of being the first air-conditioned
business establishment in Grafton. (circa 1937)
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
04/06/06 THURSDAY
LATE EDITION
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by the hundreds and
hundreds and hundreds AND hundreds of absolutely wonderful loving caring
folks that attended "little" Ben and Maria Wharam's benefit dinner at
Marketplace on 8th this day.
---------------------
The current temperature is 40 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 60/33
Normal H/L temp for this date is 47/27
Weather for the rest of the week will be perfect for caring and sharing
with those less fortunate than us.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
The Park River level continues to fall. It doesn't appear that flooding
is in Graftons immediate future. I would like to extend my sincere
thanks and appreciation to "our" community leaders and those involved
with preliminary flood preparations,... should they have been needed.
An ounce of prevention is always better than a pound of cure.
------------------------
The latest word on Pizza Hut is for a April 28 opening. So far 10 new
employees have been hired and they hope to have 10 more hired before the
opening date. Apparently all of the new employees will go to Grand Forks
to train. I guess that's so they can get used to handling big city
traffic,... just in case Grafton gets to be a big city.
-------------------------
==The Wharam Family Benefit Dinner.==
It was obvious when Pat and I looked for a parking place couldn't find
one, there would be a large crowd. Every parking lot, every parking
spot, was taken within two city blocks of the Marketplace.
As Pat and I walked into Marketplace on 8th shortly after 5:00pm the
place was already packed. People hurrying and scurrying in every
direction. First I noticed Rose Wendelbo directing folks "with meal
tickets" downstairs. Then, Roger Stark asked, how many raffle tickets we
wanted, then added, "keep in mind, I don't give change." (Super job
Roger)
Then we made it to the "ticket table". Howard Wendelbo was manning it
and I handed him the envelope of money and checks several members of the
Gazette family had sent for "little" Ben and Maria. Again, as I looked
around I noticed that many, maybe dozens, had stickers with their names
on them, and designated as helpers covered the entire facility.
As we approached the buffet table, I found myself struggling to hold
down a gigantic lump in my throat. This is small town USA at it's
absolute best, I thought. This is the nucleus of individuals I have
lived with my entire life, I thought. I looked for Mary Jo or Tom Olson,
to say thanks, but failed to see them. I looked for Susie from
Marketplace, and, I did see her, for a second, as she was hurrying into
the kitchen. Vicky DeSautel, on the way downstairs with an armful of
buns, came over,.. dropped everything in her arms and gave Pat and me a
super big Hug and thanked us for coming. (the buns were still in bags,
so they didn't get dirty)
As we sat down to eat, once again I was impressed by the number of
people "working" and especially the number of folks that came to help
make "our" little Wharam children benefit as good as it could be. Then
"Little" Ben's grandmother, Kim LeClerc, came over and gave me a hug and
thanked us for coming, and for mentioning the benefit in the Gazette.
Nels Midgarden also stopped by our table to say hello. I must admit I
was really pleased to be able to eat from heavy duty American Crystal
plates though I'm guessing many if not most businesses in the area
donated items of every nature imaginable. Thanks Maryjo Lapp for the
super table decorations. The pictures of "Little" Ben and Maria on each
table was a fantastic idea. The Agsco Company has been fabulous and,
many area banks opened their vaults as wide as one could hope for. It
would be impossible to mention everyone by name, however I think the
tallest helper might have been Howard Ray and I'm pretty sure Jim Vistad
was the broadest.
I was also very pleased to have so many folks express their
appreciation for the contributions of "our" Gazette family members. I
too, am very proud of the part "our" Gazette family plays in so many
very worthwhile causes throughout the area.
We finished dinner, it was delicious, then stopped by the home baked
goods table. Pat insisted we pickup a couple dozen chocolate items, a
half dozen carrot cakes and then we left to allow more people room to
enter.
I am a better person for knowing the Wharam's, and a better citizen for
being there. One things for certain. The Lord will need to call in extra
angles to listen the all the prayers from this event.
P.S.
The part about Pat insisting, might have been a bit of an exaggeration.
Actually I was the one that thought we "needed" the chocolate stuff.
==================================
"Passion is the difference between living and existing."
==================================
This Sunday will be another special event. The Nessa Schrank Benefit
featuring a delicious Pork Dinner and all the fixins.
Beautiful 20 year old Nessa Schrank is recovering from a brain aneurism
due to a brain development called Moyamoya. Nessa will undergo several
additional surgeries and require extensive hospital stay.
Please plan on attending Nessa's benefit dinner this Palm Sunday from
10:30 to 4:00pm at Marketplace on 8th in Grafton. Bring the entire
family and enjoy a fabulous small town benefit get-together.
==================================
The Givens Cafe holds the honor of being the first air-conditioned
business establishment in Grafton. (circa 1937)
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
Thursday, April 06, 2006
April 5, 2006 - Wednesday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
04/05/06 WEDNESDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Goodman's, formerly
Melvins, and presently Landowski's furniture store.
Located next to Grafton appliance on Hiway 17 west. They are worth the
trip.
----------------------
The current temperature is 57 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 50/23
Normal H/L temp for this date is 47/26
We can expect near normal temperatures for the rest of the week.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
The Park River water level is just a bit over 11.25 feet. So far, water
hasn't flooded into Leistikow Park, as a matter of fact, it may never do
so,.....this spring.
------------------------
I'm not sure what happened in the land of electronic letter peddling
yesterday. I understand several around the area, and, probably the whole
country experienced computer problems.
I don't know the total extent of the problem. It would be wonderful to
hear from folks that did, or didn't receive the Tuesday Gazette.
------------------------
Yesterday, (Tuesday) I attended the Anne Murray Concert with Pat and
Kelly at the Chester Fritz in Grand Forks. The "Fritz", in my opinion,
is without question one of the finest facilities in the country, for
such events
My guess is the average age of those attending the concert would be
something just north of retirement age Plus 1. Anyway, the music was
easy listening and enjoyable.
Before going to the concert, we stopped to eat at the Regal Prong
Buffet. While there we got to visit with our Grand Nephew Jarred
Pederson. Jarred is most certainly deserving of the title "Grand" I
might add.
Anyway, As I was eating Jarred and his Grandmother, Audrey (Eng)
Pederson, stopped by our table to say hello. Gosh Jarred is a terrific
young man. Well groomed, lean and good looking all in one package. It's
hard to believe he will graduate from high school this spring. He
invited us to his graduation, and, I invited him to come out to Rocky
Point fishing this summer. I'm confidant we will both honor our
invitations.
Gramma Audrey mentioned their winter went well, except that she and
Jarl went south for the warmest part of our winter and returned home
about the same time it started to get cold. (Murphy's Law you know) One
things for certain though. Where ever Audrey has been spending her time,
it's been doing a fantastic job of keeping her looking young.
----------------------
The giant dumpster that has spent most of the winter behind the Extra
End has been removed. A super improvement.
-----------
It looks like Ekatta's plans on energizing and re-using the fluorescent
lights outside and above the front windows.
++++====++++====++++====++++====+
Please remember Tomorrow, Thursday, April 6th is the benefit Dinner
for the Wharam family. If you can attend, please do so. Grafton's
Marketplace on 8th. 4:00 - 8:30pm. Goobers "Turkey with all the
trimmings & Olson's Buffalo Meatball" dinner.
Little Ben and Maria can use all the prayers we can give, and, a
monetary contribution would certainly help them through these most
difficult times.
Please make checks payable to Thrivent Financial as that organization
will also be contributing accordingly. Tickets are $10 per person and
will also be available at the door of Marketplace on 8th.
Throughout life, many are "tested" for strength and devotion. The
Wharam family challenge seems "almost" beyond belief. Little Ben and
Maria have given members of the Grafton, Park River and Grand Forks
communities, among many others, reason to pray together and help in the
hope that this wonderful family can enjoy life to it's fullest extent.
==================================
"When life's problem's seem overwhelming, look around and see what
other people are coping with, you may consider yourself fortunate."
Thanks Jeff
==================================
Earl Hegstad of Valley City took over management of the Grafton Gamble
Store February 1, 1945. He succeeded Earl Wallet as Mr. Wallet left to
take over another store in Walla Walla, Wash. (According
to a 1945 WCR)
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
04/05/06 WEDNESDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Goodman's, formerly
Melvins, and presently Landowski's furniture store.
Located next to Grafton appliance on Hiway 17 west. They are worth the
trip.
----------------------
The current temperature is 57 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 50/23
Normal H/L temp for this date is 47/26
We can expect near normal temperatures for the rest of the week.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
The Park River water level is just a bit over 11.25 feet. So far, water
hasn't flooded into Leistikow Park, as a matter of fact, it may never do
so,.....this spring.
------------------------
I'm not sure what happened in the land of electronic letter peddling
yesterday. I understand several around the area, and, probably the whole
country experienced computer problems.
I don't know the total extent of the problem. It would be wonderful to
hear from folks that did, or didn't receive the Tuesday Gazette.
------------------------
Yesterday, (Tuesday) I attended the Anne Murray Concert with Pat and
Kelly at the Chester Fritz in Grand Forks. The "Fritz", in my opinion,
is without question one of the finest facilities in the country, for
such events
My guess is the average age of those attending the concert would be
something just north of retirement age Plus 1. Anyway, the music was
easy listening and enjoyable.
Before going to the concert, we stopped to eat at the Regal Prong
Buffet. While there we got to visit with our Grand Nephew Jarred
Pederson. Jarred is most certainly deserving of the title "Grand" I
might add.
Anyway, As I was eating Jarred and his Grandmother, Audrey (Eng)
Pederson, stopped by our table to say hello. Gosh Jarred is a terrific
young man. Well groomed, lean and good looking all in one package. It's
hard to believe he will graduate from high school this spring. He
invited us to his graduation, and, I invited him to come out to Rocky
Point fishing this summer. I'm confidant we will both honor our
invitations.
Gramma Audrey mentioned their winter went well, except that she and
Jarl went south for the warmest part of our winter and returned home
about the same time it started to get cold. (Murphy's Law you know) One
things for certain though. Where ever Audrey has been spending her time,
it's been doing a fantastic job of keeping her looking young.
----------------------
The giant dumpster that has spent most of the winter behind the Extra
End has been removed. A super improvement.
-----------
It looks like Ekatta's plans on energizing and re-using the fluorescent
lights outside and above the front windows.
++++====++++====++++====++++====+
Please remember Tomorrow, Thursday, April 6th is the benefit Dinner
for the Wharam family. If you can attend, please do so. Grafton's
Marketplace on 8th. 4:00 - 8:30pm. Goobers "Turkey with all the
trimmings & Olson's Buffalo Meatball" dinner.
Little Ben and Maria can use all the prayers we can give, and, a
monetary contribution would certainly help them through these most
difficult times.
Please make checks payable to Thrivent Financial as that organization
will also be contributing accordingly. Tickets are $10 per person and
will also be available at the door of Marketplace on 8th.
Throughout life, many are "tested" for strength and devotion. The
Wharam family challenge seems "almost" beyond belief. Little Ben and
Maria have given members of the Grafton, Park River and Grand Forks
communities, among many others, reason to pray together and help in the
hope that this wonderful family can enjoy life to it's fullest extent.
==================================
"When life's problem's seem overwhelming, look around and see what
other people are coping with, you may consider yourself fortunate."
Thanks Jeff
==================================
Earl Hegstad of Valley City took over management of the Grafton Gamble
Store February 1, 1945. He succeeded Earl Wallet as Mr. Wallet left to
take over another store in Walla Walla, Wash. (According
to a 1945 WCR)
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
April 4, 2006 - Tuesday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
Tuesday's missing edition.
------------------------
So far, I have received dozens of notes saying the Gazette was not
received. I have received several similar to the following. >>> Hi Gary,
We didn't get the Tuesday version of the Gazette. My theory is
that there is too much water in the ditches for efficient data transfer
from Grafton to St. Thomas. We wouldn't mind checking out the
Tuesday edition on your website, but I have forgotten the web
address. Could you give us that address again? I will put it
in our Favorites this time. Thanks.
Allen <<< Thanks Allen. Water in ditches shouldn't be a problem. I
always send them "air-mail". Anyway Several others have asked for the
web site address, so along with Tuesdays Gazette, you can find most of
the past issues at newsfromgrafton.com
Sorry for all the confusion but Tuesdays didn't get on the web site
either. I hope we are back on the right track again.
TUESDAY'S GAZETTE
04/04/06 TUESDAY grp 1 of 20
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Mattson
Refrigeration Service.
The Kelvinator Agency in Grafton.
---------------------
The current temperature is 38 degrees. Yesterdays H/L
temperature was 45/27
Normal H/L temp for this date is 46/26 The Average crest
date of the Park River, from the 10 years with the highest crest levels
is April, 16.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
If you need to use profanity to get your point across, you didn't
pay close enough attention in school.
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
Main street and many of it's "tributaries", are starting to look
like we're expecting company. Gosh we have a terrific Grafton Municipal
Utility Department. Everyone is out making Grafton look good for our
summertime visitors.
----------------------
The number of construction crew service vehicles around the Pizza
Hut has escalated the past few days. There's also a motorhome in the
parking lot that appears to be used as an office to "recruit" new help
when it opens. I'm thinking it won't be long before we start smelling
warm cheese and pepperoni from their exhaust fans.
------------------------
We are still not expecting any serious flooding in the Grafton
area. The river level has been going up and down like a yo-yo. Still no
water on 5th street by the park.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
"The ultimate is not to win, but to reach within the depths of
capabilities and to compete against yourself."
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
In 1974 the Grafton Chamber of Commerce purchased Larson's
Pianoforte Studio (Ernie not Steve) located at the corner of 6th and
Griggs. The building I usually refer to as Louie Regelstads City Service
Gas Station.
------------------------
Arleen Torkelson and Sharon Johnson were named valedictorian and
salutatorian, respectively of the 1959 graduating class in Grafton.
-------------------------
Dear Gary, We have returned home after another great winter in
the desert. Got together with the usual Grafton locals who now make
the desert their home but the Raumins were the only visitors this year.
The annual North Dakota get-together was hosted by Jan Barnes and
Dick Wolsky and as l80 people attended, it will now have to be held at a
public venue. Miss Benson, an English teacher in the 50's attended
for the second year in a row. Lloyd Durands younger brother Larry,
and his wife Shirley (Demester) Durand, Jimmy Janikowsk, Phyllis
Campbell and the Raumins of course were the only Graftonites that came
from a distance. It was a fun evening and so nice of Jan and Dick to
host it. Anyhow, I sure would appreciate your returning my name to
your long list of subscribers. Thanks, Lea Fairbairn <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing Lea. And, welcome back to the Gazette
family. I did receive a nice US Postal note from Dick inviting us to
next years function.
--------------------
I received the following "trivia" from several folks in the
past few days. >>>
On Wednesday of this week, at two minutes and three seconds
after 1:00 in the morning, the time and date will be 01:02:03 04/05/06.
That won't ever happen again. <<< I haven't decided if I will stay up
for the event yet or not. I may just catch a rerun of it on CNN
Thursday.
---------------------
Thanks a million to Richard and Elaine Thompson for joining this
years Legion baseball program, and, for your generous donations to this
weeks worthy benefits. Thanks also to Danny and Alice Lessard for
helping the Legion baseball project as well as Lynn and Celeste
Flanagan.
I also received a check this week from Lorraine and George
Campbell of Bluffton, SC. for this years baseball program and calendar
draw, as well as money to help in this weeks Wharam family benefit.
I should add that it's still not to late for anyone to help with
this years Legion Baseball. Likewise of course. It's not to late to show
your support and help the Wharam and Schrank families.
-----------------------
I am saddened to report the passing of Marietta (Mrs. Paul)
Campbell, one of Graftons finest Ladies. If the world was full of people
like Marietta, it might well be called heaven. Her friendly smile and
God-given drive and talent for caring and sharing are but a few of
Marietta's long list of legacies.
Our daughter Wendy wanted to share her thoughts of Marietta. Wendy
wrote: >>> I just have to comment on the passing of Marietta
Campbell....When I read your line at the end of every Gazette....working
on your dash...it has occurred to me that Mrs. Campbell has a DASH
second to none in my opinion and if anyone would ever doubt what kind of
a woman she was, check with the church and all she did for others. Her
mothering skills have proved second to none by the AWESOME children she
raised. A family that TRULY has one nicer then the next and only knowing
the boys of the family i can say they all married equally kind, loving
women. And her smile, grace, generosity and kindness has had an enormous
trickle down effect to her grandchildren. My daughters have gone to
school with Tom and Bills kids and the girls say you would be hard
pressed to find any nicer more caring kids.... OK I'm done now except to
join in with the community and wish her God Speed. I personally didn't
spend alot of time with her, but her warm smile and friendly hello is
one that I will always miss.
I only hope I can have a DASH to be proud of. Love,
Wendy <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Wendy. To that I too
will add. "Z Panen Bogym" Marietta and thanks for the memories. Pat &
Gary Moe and family.
-----------------------
This weeks Firefighters calendar draw winners are:
4/3/2006 Janice Barnes $20.00
4/4/2006 Dennis Galloway $20.00
4/5/2006 Carol Tallackson $20.00
4/6/2006 Lori Maslosia $20.00
4/7/2006 Maurice Jacobson $20.00
4/8/2006 Todd Mattson $20.00
4/9/2006 Dale Martinson $20.00
Congratulations to this weeks winner
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
Tuesday's missing edition.
------------------------
So far, I have received dozens of notes saying the Gazette was not
received. I have received several similar to the following. >>> Hi Gary,
We didn't get the Tuesday version of the Gazette. My theory is
that there is too much water in the ditches for efficient data transfer
from Grafton to St. Thomas. We wouldn't mind checking out the
Tuesday edition on your website, but I have forgotten the web
address. Could you give us that address again? I will put it
in our Favorites this time. Thanks.
Allen <<< Thanks Allen. Water in ditches shouldn't be a problem. I
always send them "air-mail". Anyway Several others have asked for the
web site address, so along with Tuesdays Gazette, you can find most of
the past issues at newsfromgrafton.com
Sorry for all the confusion but Tuesdays didn't get on the web site
either. I hope we are back on the right track again.
TUESDAY'S GAZETTE
04/04/06 TUESDAY grp 1 of 20
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Mattson
Refrigeration Service.
The Kelvinator Agency in Grafton.
---------------------
The current temperature is 38 degrees. Yesterdays H/L
temperature was 45/27
Normal H/L temp for this date is 46/26 The Average crest
date of the Park River, from the 10 years with the highest crest levels
is April, 16.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
If you need to use profanity to get your point across, you didn't
pay close enough attention in school.
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
Main street and many of it's "tributaries", are starting to look
like we're expecting company. Gosh we have a terrific Grafton Municipal
Utility Department. Everyone is out making Grafton look good for our
summertime visitors.
----------------------
The number of construction crew service vehicles around the Pizza
Hut has escalated the past few days. There's also a motorhome in the
parking lot that appears to be used as an office to "recruit" new help
when it opens. I'm thinking it won't be long before we start smelling
warm cheese and pepperoni from their exhaust fans.
------------------------
We are still not expecting any serious flooding in the Grafton
area. The river level has been going up and down like a yo-yo. Still no
water on 5th street by the park.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
"The ultimate is not to win, but to reach within the depths of
capabilities and to compete against yourself."
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
In 1974 the Grafton Chamber of Commerce purchased Larson's
Pianoforte Studio (Ernie not Steve) located at the corner of 6th and
Griggs. The building I usually refer to as Louie Regelstads City Service
Gas Station.
------------------------
Arleen Torkelson and Sharon Johnson were named valedictorian and
salutatorian, respectively of the 1959 graduating class in Grafton.
-------------------------
Dear Gary, We have returned home after another great winter in
the desert. Got together with the usual Grafton locals who now make
the desert their home but the Raumins were the only visitors this year.
The annual North Dakota get-together was hosted by Jan Barnes and
Dick Wolsky and as l80 people attended, it will now have to be held at a
public venue. Miss Benson, an English teacher in the 50's attended
for the second year in a row. Lloyd Durands younger brother Larry,
and his wife Shirley (Demester) Durand, Jimmy Janikowsk, Phyllis
Campbell and the Raumins of course were the only Graftonites that came
from a distance. It was a fun evening and so nice of Jan and Dick to
host it. Anyhow, I sure would appreciate your returning my name to
your long list of subscribers. Thanks, Lea Fairbairn <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing Lea. And, welcome back to the Gazette
family. I did receive a nice US Postal note from Dick inviting us to
next years function.
--------------------
I received the following "trivia" from several folks in the
past few days. >>>
On Wednesday of this week, at two minutes and three seconds
after 1:00 in the morning, the time and date will be 01:02:03 04/05/06.
That won't ever happen again. <<< I haven't decided if I will stay up
for the event yet or not. I may just catch a rerun of it on CNN
Thursday.
---------------------
Thanks a million to Richard and Elaine Thompson for joining this
years Legion baseball program, and, for your generous donations to this
weeks worthy benefits. Thanks also to Danny and Alice Lessard for
helping the Legion baseball project as well as Lynn and Celeste
Flanagan.
I also received a check this week from Lorraine and George
Campbell of Bluffton, SC. for this years baseball program and calendar
draw, as well as money to help in this weeks Wharam family benefit.
I should add that it's still not to late for anyone to help with
this years Legion Baseball. Likewise of course. It's not to late to show
your support and help the Wharam and Schrank families.
-----------------------
I am saddened to report the passing of Marietta (Mrs. Paul)
Campbell, one of Graftons finest Ladies. If the world was full of people
like Marietta, it might well be called heaven. Her friendly smile and
God-given drive and talent for caring and sharing are but a few of
Marietta's long list of legacies.
Our daughter Wendy wanted to share her thoughts of Marietta. Wendy
wrote: >>> I just have to comment on the passing of Marietta
Campbell....When I read your line at the end of every Gazette....working
on your dash...it has occurred to me that Mrs. Campbell has a DASH
second to none in my opinion and if anyone would ever doubt what kind of
a woman she was, check with the church and all she did for others. Her
mothering skills have proved second to none by the AWESOME children she
raised. A family that TRULY has one nicer then the next and only knowing
the boys of the family i can say they all married equally kind, loving
women. And her smile, grace, generosity and kindness has had an enormous
trickle down effect to her grandchildren. My daughters have gone to
school with Tom and Bills kids and the girls say you would be hard
pressed to find any nicer more caring kids.... OK I'm done now except to
join in with the community and wish her God Speed. I personally didn't
spend alot of time with her, but her warm smile and friendly hello is
one that I will always miss.
I only hope I can have a DASH to be proud of. Love,
Wendy <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Wendy. To that I too
will add. "Z Panen Bogym" Marietta and thanks for the memories. Pat &
Gary Moe and family.
-----------------------
This weeks Firefighters calendar draw winners are:
4/3/2006 Janice Barnes $20.00
4/4/2006 Dennis Galloway $20.00
4/5/2006 Carol Tallackson $20.00
4/6/2006 Lori Maslosia $20.00
4/7/2006 Maurice Jacobson $20.00
4/8/2006 Todd Mattson $20.00
4/9/2006 Dale Martinson $20.00
Congratulations to this weeks winner
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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, April 03, 2006
April 2, 2006 - Sunday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
04/02/06 SUNDAY
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Ralph Dangerfield.
The man who said, "I never knew a man yet, that could spend himself
wealthy."
---------------------
The current temperature is 30 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 39/29
Normal H/L temp for this date is 45/26
Water is starting to show up in ditches and river levels are starting
to rise. Most of the experts are telling us we shouldn't have a major
flooding problem. Besides, if we do, the folks from Washington will,
probably, come right away and bail us out. (Pardon the pun)
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Hiway crews put up signs on the intersection of 17 & 81 Sunday
morning, indicating there was water over the road at Minto. Some ditches
in the area were running quite full most of the day Sunday although some
were already starting to go down a bit by late afternoon. I took a trip
past Norman Russums place south of Grafton and everything looked fine
there so far. Predictions, to the best of my knowledge, are still for
only minor flooding in our area.
The river level at Grafton Sunday night at 9:00 was 10.80. It has to
hit 12.0 to get into Leistikow Park and 12.5 before 5th street at the
park and the Golf Course Road is blocked. At 13.5 feet, water will be at
the top of the hydrants at 3rd & Western. 14.0 feet and the 100 block of
Griggs is flooded and at 14.5 flooding can occur on the 300 bloke of
Noben Ave.
It is entirely possible that we will not have a serious flood in
Grafton this spring. Unfortunately, it is entirely possible we might.
It is beginning to look like Grafton is one of the few remaining
communities in the country that hasn't established a permanent flood
protection plan.
---------------------
I mentioned former high school instructor "Pag" Pagliarini the other
day and Bert sent the following in that regard. >>> Subject: Armond &
Enid Pagliarini
I keep in contact with Pag and Enid. They live in Moorhead Mn. I called
them and read them the "Shivercity Gazette" sponsored by Pagliarini's
welding class and they were thrilled to no end. Pag said he remembered
all the people in the class as I named them. Their email has little
capacity and is at their permanent home so I made a copy and mailed it
off to them.
They were living in their home in Moorhead until the first of the
year then Pag had to have a growth removed from his spine to alleviate
harsh pain in his leg. While he was in rehab Enid took a bad fall and
literally shattered her elbow and had to have it reconstructed. Then
they found out she had two fractured vertebrae. To make matters worse
she got pneumonia and was hospitalized for a while.
They had to move into assisted living and will be there for a while
more until they can fend for themselves and will move back home. I am
amazed at how high in spirit they are still having each other, their
conversations are almost as though nothing has happened and they sound
happy and content even with the trials they have been going through.
We talk often about old times in Grafton and people we knew and they
love the memories. I know they would like to hear from old friends and
former students so for those that are inclined here is their address and
telephone. Armond & Enid Pagliarini 1400 7th st. S Apt 2002, Moorhead
Mn. 56560. 1-218-236-5446.
Enid was 87 years yesterday and Pag is going on 90. Bert A. Overland
<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. I hope several folks
will take a minute and send them a note.
--------------------
Bert must have spent some time in his library and thought of the
following. >>>
Subject: Pag
In 1949 Pag bought a new black 49 Ford from salesman Bert Stary. He
then had the popular "Sun Visor" painted and installed. All the time he
was griping (jokingly) about the price of the sun visor and how tight
they were-- He said the bill will probably beat me home. My brother
Arvid got an Idea. He printed out an "overdue payment" invoice, took
it over to Bill Fields at the post office, got it processed and put it
in Pags mailbox before he got home. Pag told everyone!!! Everyone got
a big laugh. Bert Overland <<< Thanks again Bert. Aren't memories
wonderful?
-----------------------
Please remember Little Ben & Maria Wharam and Nessa Schrank in your
thoughts and prayers.
-----------------------
I received the following update on Little Ben. >>>
Subject: Ben Wharam Update 3-31-06
Family and Friends,
Today, Ben received his first chemotherapy. It all went very well. His
first infusion (Carboplatin) started at 10:30am and lasted just over an
hour. The second infusion (etoposide) started just before noon, and was
done just after 2:00pm.
Ben tolerated the chemo very well. He did not spit up and was eating
before, during, and after the chemo. Even in the midst of all of this,
Ben doesn't like to miss a meal. And he is still smiling.
We are hoping that he continues to tolerate his future chemo infusions
as well as he did today.
Thanks,
Chris and Julie <<<
---------------------
The next note is from Little Ben's grandmother, Kim (DeSautel) LeClerc.
she wrote. >>> Hi Gary,
Thank you for your kind words and concern. There are no words to
express our feelings of sadness for our little Maria and Ben. It
breaks our hearts. There also are no words to express our feelings to
all of the people that have helped us in so many ways. People like Mary
Jo Olson, and the fantastic group of individuals working with her. The
Marketplace on 8th, and the multitude of other businesses in Grafton and
throughout our surrounding communities will never be forgoten for
everything they are doing for Julie & Chris. What do you say to
something like this?? Thank you seems so inadequate. We just ask
for prayers for Julie & Chris and their children. Thank you. Kim
L. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Kim.
I also received another note from Kim indicating, among other things,
her concern that someone may be "left out, or forgotten". She indicated
she was nervous about this coming Thursday.
Since I truely believe we are family, and, that most of the time it is
okay for us to "share" our thoughts. I am sharing my answer to Kim with
the group.
I wrote: >>> Please don't worry about Thursday Kim.
Thursday will be one of the nicest days you have had for a long
time. It will be a day that your family we be able to see, at one time,
and in one place, the importance you and your family has brought to this
earth.
It will be a day the Lord made,... for the people that do the
Lords work.
In many ways, Little Ben and Maria represent the Christ Child.
They truely have brought "multitudes together". I for one can tell you.
They have made me a better person for having known them. "Our" Gazette
family numbers somewhere over 3,000. I'm certain every one of them can,
and, would say the same thing.
Gary
------------------------
For those unable to attend the Wharam family benefit dinner on
Thursday, April 6 from 4:00 to 8:30 and / or the Schrank family benefit
April, 9 10:30 to 4:00 at Marketplace on 8th. Please consider sending a
contribution to help them through this most difficult time. Checks
should be made payable to Thrivent Finacial for Lutherans. Please
identify on the check which fund (a check for both would be super) you
wish to help. Supplemental funds will also be provided by Thrivent
Financial for both of these very worthy causes.
I would like to thank Dorothy & Victor Johnson for contributing to both
benefits. Francis & Olaf Aasand also sent noteworthy donations to both
of these special benefit programs. I am pleased to see members of "our"
Gazette family caring and sharing. I will also make certain your
contriutions reach the benefit of your choice.
-----------------------
Well it finally happened. I received a letter in the US Mail from an
Attorney. I have, in the past received phone calls from some. One even
told me I was the reason no-one would ever run for the local school
board. I receive e-mails from several attorney's every now and then.
Saturday, however, as Pat handed me the envolope with a local attorney's
return address. She said. "Well, it looks like you finally got your
mammary in the wringer this time." (I paraphrased that.)
I would like to share it (the letter) with the group. From the
Burianek Law Office.
It started out, Dear Mr Moe (I didn't think that part sounded to
bad,..yet)
I understand you mentioned my candidacy for Mayor in your daily
newsletter. I thank you for that.
My campaign will not be negative toward Fred Stark. In fact, I believe
we all owe him a debt of gratitude for the many years of service he
dedicated to our community.
Now it's my turn.
I love my hometown and will do everything I can to make Grafton a
better place for all of us. I believe it is not just a civic duty, but a
moral obligation to give something back to the community that has given
me so much. I have the energy, the intellect and the passion to serve
Grafton in this capacity, and I would appreciate your support in this
election.
Sincerely, Todd Burianek <<<
WOW, one attorney tells me I'm a bum and should keep my mouth shut,
cause I'm causing trouble. Now I "found" one that would appreciate my
support.
Now I ask. When I finally do end up in jail, for "offering" my opinion.
Which attorney do you think I should contact?
Anyway, Congratulations on you newest venture Todd. I truly do wish
you, and all candidates, the very best. And, I am humbled that you would
take the time to write such a wonderful note to one of Graftons average
citizens. Caring and sharing is very important to me, as is
communication in political life. Gary
P.S.
Marjie is right Todd. You are a very nice person. Or so it seems to me.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gaztte works best, when ths folks that read it, write it. 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.
04/02/06 SUNDAY
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Ralph Dangerfield.
The man who said, "I never knew a man yet, that could spend himself
wealthy."
---------------------
The current temperature is 30 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 39/29
Normal H/L temp for this date is 45/26
Water is starting to show up in ditches and river levels are starting
to rise. Most of the experts are telling us we shouldn't have a major
flooding problem. Besides, if we do, the folks from Washington will,
probably, come right away and bail us out. (Pardon the pun)
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Hiway crews put up signs on the intersection of 17 & 81 Sunday
morning, indicating there was water over the road at Minto. Some ditches
in the area were running quite full most of the day Sunday although some
were already starting to go down a bit by late afternoon. I took a trip
past Norman Russums place south of Grafton and everything looked fine
there so far. Predictions, to the best of my knowledge, are still for
only minor flooding in our area.
The river level at Grafton Sunday night at 9:00 was 10.80. It has to
hit 12.0 to get into Leistikow Park and 12.5 before 5th street at the
park and the Golf Course Road is blocked. At 13.5 feet, water will be at
the top of the hydrants at 3rd & Western. 14.0 feet and the 100 block of
Griggs is flooded and at 14.5 flooding can occur on the 300 bloke of
Noben Ave.
It is entirely possible that we will not have a serious flood in
Grafton this spring. Unfortunately, it is entirely possible we might.
It is beginning to look like Grafton is one of the few remaining
communities in the country that hasn't established a permanent flood
protection plan.
---------------------
I mentioned former high school instructor "Pag" Pagliarini the other
day and Bert sent the following in that regard. >>> Subject: Armond &
Enid Pagliarini
I keep in contact with Pag and Enid. They live in Moorhead Mn. I called
them and read them the "Shivercity Gazette" sponsored by Pagliarini's
welding class and they were thrilled to no end. Pag said he remembered
all the people in the class as I named them. Their email has little
capacity and is at their permanent home so I made a copy and mailed it
off to them.
They were living in their home in Moorhead until the first of the
year then Pag had to have a growth removed from his spine to alleviate
harsh pain in his leg. While he was in rehab Enid took a bad fall and
literally shattered her elbow and had to have it reconstructed. Then
they found out she had two fractured vertebrae. To make matters worse
she got pneumonia and was hospitalized for a while.
They had to move into assisted living and will be there for a while
more until they can fend for themselves and will move back home. I am
amazed at how high in spirit they are still having each other, their
conversations are almost as though nothing has happened and they sound
happy and content even with the trials they have been going through.
We talk often about old times in Grafton and people we knew and they
love the memories. I know they would like to hear from old friends and
former students so for those that are inclined here is their address and
telephone. Armond & Enid Pagliarini 1400 7th st. S Apt 2002, Moorhead
Mn. 56560. 1-218-236-5446.
Enid was 87 years yesterday and Pag is going on 90. Bert A. Overland
<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. I hope several folks
will take a minute and send them a note.
--------------------
Bert must have spent some time in his library and thought of the
following. >>>
Subject: Pag
In 1949 Pag bought a new black 49 Ford from salesman Bert Stary. He
then had the popular "Sun Visor" painted and installed. All the time he
was griping (jokingly) about the price of the sun visor and how tight
they were-- He said the bill will probably beat me home. My brother
Arvid got an Idea. He printed out an "overdue payment" invoice, took
it over to Bill Fields at the post office, got it processed and put it
in Pags mailbox before he got home. Pag told everyone!!! Everyone got
a big laugh. Bert Overland <<< Thanks again Bert. Aren't memories
wonderful?
-----------------------
Please remember Little Ben & Maria Wharam and Nessa Schrank in your
thoughts and prayers.
-----------------------
I received the following update on Little Ben. >>>
Subject: Ben Wharam Update 3-31-06
Family and Friends,
Today, Ben received his first chemotherapy. It all went very well. His
first infusion (Carboplatin) started at 10:30am and lasted just over an
hour. The second infusion (etoposide) started just before noon, and was
done just after 2:00pm.
Ben tolerated the chemo very well. He did not spit up and was eating
before, during, and after the chemo. Even in the midst of all of this,
Ben doesn't like to miss a meal. And he is still smiling.
We are hoping that he continues to tolerate his future chemo infusions
as well as he did today.
Thanks,
Chris and Julie <<<
---------------------
The next note is from Little Ben's grandmother, Kim (DeSautel) LeClerc.
she wrote. >>> Hi Gary,
Thank you for your kind words and concern. There are no words to
express our feelings of sadness for our little Maria and Ben. It
breaks our hearts. There also are no words to express our feelings to
all of the people that have helped us in so many ways. People like Mary
Jo Olson, and the fantastic group of individuals working with her. The
Marketplace on 8th, and the multitude of other businesses in Grafton and
throughout our surrounding communities will never be forgoten for
everything they are doing for Julie & Chris. What do you say to
something like this?? Thank you seems so inadequate. We just ask
for prayers for Julie & Chris and their children. Thank you. Kim
L. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Kim.
I also received another note from Kim indicating, among other things,
her concern that someone may be "left out, or forgotten". She indicated
she was nervous about this coming Thursday.
Since I truely believe we are family, and, that most of the time it is
okay for us to "share" our thoughts. I am sharing my answer to Kim with
the group.
I wrote: >>> Please don't worry about Thursday Kim.
Thursday will be one of the nicest days you have had for a long
time. It will be a day that your family we be able to see, at one time,
and in one place, the importance you and your family has brought to this
earth.
It will be a day the Lord made,... for the people that do the
Lords work.
In many ways, Little Ben and Maria represent the Christ Child.
They truely have brought "multitudes together". I for one can tell you.
They have made me a better person for having known them. "Our" Gazette
family numbers somewhere over 3,000. I'm certain every one of them can,
and, would say the same thing.
Gary
------------------------
For those unable to attend the Wharam family benefit dinner on
Thursday, April 6 from 4:00 to 8:30 and / or the Schrank family benefit
April, 9 10:30 to 4:00 at Marketplace on 8th. Please consider sending a
contribution to help them through this most difficult time. Checks
should be made payable to Thrivent Finacial for Lutherans. Please
identify on the check which fund (a check for both would be super) you
wish to help. Supplemental funds will also be provided by Thrivent
Financial for both of these very worthy causes.
I would like to thank Dorothy & Victor Johnson for contributing to both
benefits. Francis & Olaf Aasand also sent noteworthy donations to both
of these special benefit programs. I am pleased to see members of "our"
Gazette family caring and sharing. I will also make certain your
contriutions reach the benefit of your choice.
-----------------------
Well it finally happened. I received a letter in the US Mail from an
Attorney. I have, in the past received phone calls from some. One even
told me I was the reason no-one would ever run for the local school
board. I receive e-mails from several attorney's every now and then.
Saturday, however, as Pat handed me the envolope with a local attorney's
return address. She said. "Well, it looks like you finally got your
mammary in the wringer this time." (I paraphrased that.)
I would like to share it (the letter) with the group. From the
Burianek Law Office.
It started out, Dear Mr Moe (I didn't think that part sounded to
bad,..yet)
I understand you mentioned my candidacy for Mayor in your daily
newsletter. I thank you for that.
My campaign will not be negative toward Fred Stark. In fact, I believe
we all owe him a debt of gratitude for the many years of service he
dedicated to our community.
Now it's my turn.
I love my hometown and will do everything I can to make Grafton a
better place for all of us. I believe it is not just a civic duty, but a
moral obligation to give something back to the community that has given
me so much. I have the energy, the intellect and the passion to serve
Grafton in this capacity, and I would appreciate your support in this
election.
Sincerely, Todd Burianek <<<
WOW, one attorney tells me I'm a bum and should keep my mouth shut,
cause I'm causing trouble. Now I "found" one that would appreciate my
support.
Now I ask. When I finally do end up in jail, for "offering" my opinion.
Which attorney do you think I should contact?
Anyway, Congratulations on you newest venture Todd. I truly do wish
you, and all candidates, the very best. And, I am humbled that you would
take the time to write such a wonderful note to one of Graftons average
citizens. Caring and sharing is very important to me, as is
communication in political life. Gary
P.S.
Marjie is right Todd. You are a very nice person. Or so it seems to me.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gaztte works best, when ths folks that read it, write it. 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, March 31, 2006
March 31, 2006 - Friday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/31/06 FRIDAY grp 1 of 20
-----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Mother Nature. Mrs.
Nature decided our area could use a 24 hour rain event and pufff,... we
got one.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 34 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was Ave.
Normal H/L temp for this date is 42/25
Bare ground is beginning to show up throughout the area.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff, mostly stuff.
------------------------
Grafton's Granny's restaurant continues to add improvements. Monday
they added a neon "OPEN" sign to their front window. Thursday the
framing for glass partitions were installed and representatives from
Simonsons Lumber and Hardware showed up Thursday afternoon to take
measurements for the "glass" inserts in the partitions.
The new partitions will make it more difficult for those entering
Granny's to "snatch" food off the two booths by the door.
-------------------------
It's seems like more and more folks are talking about the LeClerc &
Schrank families and their need for our prayers and understanding. This
weeks Walsh County Record carried a super story, "A little man fights a
big battle", written by Sue Matcha. The picture of beautiful little
Maria and Ben Wharam centered in the article speaks volumes.
++++++
Howard Ray send the following note in regards to both upcoming benefit
activities. >>> Gary, just to let you know that we have tickets to both
benefits for sale at First United Bank if anyone in interested or/and
wants some. Even if you can't attend, it would good to support them in
their need. Thank you. Howard <<< Thanks a million Howard. The First
United organization is always quick to step up to the plate when folks
in the area need help.
-------------------------
Reports of ¾ of an inch or more rain the past twenty four hours seem
pretty common throughout the area. The weather service has issued flood
watches for several areas in the valley.
-------------------------
I mentioned the nice sign over the former Penney's building the other
day and that Ann McAnn's artwork was admirable to say the least. I
should have suggested taking a look at the giant Coke sign on the north
wall of Polly's at the same time. That too, I believe, is Ann's the
work.
ANYWAY, even though I'm half French I didn't know that Cafe - Au -
Livre was. I do now though, because Wanda sent me the following
information. She wrote. >>>
Dear Gary,
The new sign you mentioned is in French. I have a houseguest from
France and she says:
Cafe - Au - Livre would translate from
French to Coffee with the Book
"Coffee and Books" translated to French would
be Café et Livres
'livre' is singular = one book.
The French translation of some words depends on what you are trying to
say.
That's why French is so hard for Yankees to learn correctly she tells
me.
I've had my French lesson for today
I enjoy your newsletter very much. Merci, Monsieur
Maggie in Los Angeles <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Wanda. Now all I have to do is figure out what "Merci, Monsieur" means.
And, will I have to take medication for it?
-----------------------
I received the following "quote", yesterday. Actually, it was at the
end of a much longer message. I though about not sending it, then I
thought about sending it. Then I wondered if it would offend anyone,
then I though it wouldn't,.....to much anyway, and, then I couldn't
remember if I decided to send it or not,...so here it is. There is more
money being spent on breast implants and Viagra today than on
Alzheimer's research This means that by 2040, there should be a large
elderly population with perky boobs and huge erections and absolutely no
recollection of what to do with them. <<< Thanks a million for caring
and sharing Don, and I couldn't agree....more, I don't think.
-------------------------
The local political races haven't even started yet and already "some"
can be seen waving and smiling at folks they don't even know. I'm going
to try real hard not to get to involved in politics this political
season. Who knows, I may not even share an opinion,...or two. I was
pleased to hear from Margie, however, and will share her thoughts with
everyone. She wrote. >>>
Hi Gary,
Funny that I was just thinking about dropping Todd Burianek a note
this morning when opening your e-mail I see his name. I met Todd
through a mutual friend and had the pleasure of meeting him in person
little more than a year ago when I was out your way for the World Junior
Hockey Championship.
My knowledge of him makes me believe he'd make a great mayor for
Grafton. He's intelligent, has high moral standards and compassion
for others. I don't know the opposition so my comments
regarding Todd are just that, about Todd. I wish him the best of luck in
the mayoral race.
I don't care if you don't use my comments. You may not want your gazette
to become a political arena. I don't know all the facts anyway. What I
do know is that I like Todd and appreciate his communications with me.
Marjie <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Margie.
----------------------
I am pleased to welcome Nicholas Osowski to the Gazette family. Nike
sticks his feet under a desk at Farm Credit, and, that qualifies him to
be considered one of the gainfully employed.
I am also pleased to welcome Tom & Deb Torkelson to "our" Gazette
family.
-----------------------
Although the following message was not sent to me directly from Julie
or Chris Wharam. I am taking the liberty of sharing their information
with "our" group.
>>>> Here's the latest on Ben
Friends and Family,
We are back in Rochester...Maria is with Grandma and Grandpa LeClerc.
Today, Ben had a Hickman catheter placed. It is basically an IV line
that enters Ben's chest and feeds into the Superior vena cava (the big
vein just before the heart). The Hickman will be used to administer
chemotherapy, IV fluids, and blood draws. This catheter will stay in Ben
until he is done with chemo or until he pulls it out.
The excitement for the day was when Ben was in surgery having the
Hickman placed, an IV line in his right hand was dislodged from his vein
and pumped his hand and arm full of fluid. His hand was white and hard
to the touch. The fluid will be absorbed and all will be well...but it
just seems that if something can go wrong it does.
We are hoping tomorrow goes better, as it will be Ben's first day of
chemotherapy. He will receive two drugs. First a 1 hour infusion of
Carboplatin. Followed by a 2 hour infusion of Etoposide. Hopefully, all
goes well and the side effects are minimal. We will keep you posted.
Ben is doing great. As of the 27th, he is 7 months old. Today he weighed
21lb 2oz and was 27.25 inches.
They tell us that being a big, strong, and healthy guy will make the
chemo more tolerable.
Thanks again for all the support.
Thanks,
Chris and Julie <<< Little Ben and his older sister Marie Wharam and
beautiful Nessa Schrank, have not only entered the hearts of me and my
immediate family. They are in the prayers of the entire Gazette family.
I hope the Schrank and Wharam families will continue to keep us
informed of their progress.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks the read it, write it. 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.
03/31/06 FRIDAY grp 1 of 20
-----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Mother Nature. Mrs.
Nature decided our area could use a 24 hour rain event and pufff,... we
got one.
-----------------------
The current temperature is 34 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was Ave.
Normal H/L temp for this date is 42/25
Bare ground is beginning to show up throughout the area.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff, mostly stuff.
------------------------
Grafton's Granny's restaurant continues to add improvements. Monday
they added a neon "OPEN" sign to their front window. Thursday the
framing for glass partitions were installed and representatives from
Simonsons Lumber and Hardware showed up Thursday afternoon to take
measurements for the "glass" inserts in the partitions.
The new partitions will make it more difficult for those entering
Granny's to "snatch" food off the two booths by the door.
-------------------------
It's seems like more and more folks are talking about the LeClerc &
Schrank families and their need for our prayers and understanding. This
weeks Walsh County Record carried a super story, "A little man fights a
big battle", written by Sue Matcha. The picture of beautiful little
Maria and Ben Wharam centered in the article speaks volumes.
++++++
Howard Ray send the following note in regards to both upcoming benefit
activities. >>> Gary, just to let you know that we have tickets to both
benefits for sale at First United Bank if anyone in interested or/and
wants some. Even if you can't attend, it would good to support them in
their need. Thank you. Howard <<< Thanks a million Howard. The First
United organization is always quick to step up to the plate when folks
in the area need help.
-------------------------
Reports of ¾ of an inch or more rain the past twenty four hours seem
pretty common throughout the area. The weather service has issued flood
watches for several areas in the valley.
-------------------------
I mentioned the nice sign over the former Penney's building the other
day and that Ann McAnn's artwork was admirable to say the least. I
should have suggested taking a look at the giant Coke sign on the north
wall of Polly's at the same time. That too, I believe, is Ann's the
work.
ANYWAY, even though I'm half French I didn't know that Cafe - Au -
Livre was. I do now though, because Wanda sent me the following
information. She wrote. >>>
Dear Gary,
The new sign you mentioned is in French. I have a houseguest from
France and she says:
Cafe - Au - Livre would translate from
French to Coffee with the Book
"Coffee and Books" translated to French would
be Café et Livres
'livre' is singular = one book.
The French translation of some words depends on what you are trying to
say.
That's why French is so hard for Yankees to learn correctly she tells
me.
I've had my French lesson for today
I enjoy your newsletter very much. Merci, Monsieur
Maggie in Los Angeles <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
Wanda. Now all I have to do is figure out what "Merci, Monsieur" means.
And, will I have to take medication for it?
-----------------------
I received the following "quote", yesterday. Actually, it was at the
end of a much longer message. I though about not sending it, then I
thought about sending it. Then I wondered if it would offend anyone,
then I though it wouldn't,.....to much anyway, and, then I couldn't
remember if I decided to send it or not,...so here it is. There is more
money being spent on breast implants and Viagra today than on
Alzheimer's research This means that by 2040, there should be a large
elderly population with perky boobs and huge erections and absolutely no
recollection of what to do with them. <<< Thanks a million for caring
and sharing Don, and I couldn't agree....more, I don't think.
-------------------------
The local political races haven't even started yet and already "some"
can be seen waving and smiling at folks they don't even know. I'm going
to try real hard not to get to involved in politics this political
season. Who knows, I may not even share an opinion,...or two. I was
pleased to hear from Margie, however, and will share her thoughts with
everyone. She wrote. >>>
Hi Gary,
Funny that I was just thinking about dropping Todd Burianek a note
this morning when opening your e-mail I see his name. I met Todd
through a mutual friend and had the pleasure of meeting him in person
little more than a year ago when I was out your way for the World Junior
Hockey Championship.
My knowledge of him makes me believe he'd make a great mayor for
Grafton. He's intelligent, has high moral standards and compassion
for others. I don't know the opposition so my comments
regarding Todd are just that, about Todd. I wish him the best of luck in
the mayoral race.
I don't care if you don't use my comments. You may not want your gazette
to become a political arena. I don't know all the facts anyway. What I
do know is that I like Todd and appreciate his communications with me.
Marjie <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Margie.
----------------------
I am pleased to welcome Nicholas Osowski to the Gazette family. Nike
sticks his feet under a desk at Farm Credit, and, that qualifies him to
be considered one of the gainfully employed.
I am also pleased to welcome Tom & Deb Torkelson to "our" Gazette
family.
-----------------------
Although the following message was not sent to me directly from Julie
or Chris Wharam. I am taking the liberty of sharing their information
with "our" group.
>>>> Here's the latest on Ben
Friends and Family,
We are back in Rochester...Maria is with Grandma and Grandpa LeClerc.
Today, Ben had a Hickman catheter placed. It is basically an IV line
that enters Ben's chest and feeds into the Superior vena cava (the big
vein just before the heart). The Hickman will be used to administer
chemotherapy, IV fluids, and blood draws. This catheter will stay in Ben
until he is done with chemo or until he pulls it out.
The excitement for the day was when Ben was in surgery having the
Hickman placed, an IV line in his right hand was dislodged from his vein
and pumped his hand and arm full of fluid. His hand was white and hard
to the touch. The fluid will be absorbed and all will be well...but it
just seems that if something can go wrong it does.
We are hoping tomorrow goes better, as it will be Ben's first day of
chemotherapy. He will receive two drugs. First a 1 hour infusion of
Carboplatin. Followed by a 2 hour infusion of Etoposide. Hopefully, all
goes well and the side effects are minimal. We will keep you posted.
Ben is doing great. As of the 27th, he is 7 months old. Today he weighed
21lb 2oz and was 27.25 inches.
They tell us that being a big, strong, and healthy guy will make the
chemo more tolerable.
Thanks again for all the support.
Thanks,
Chris and Julie <<< Little Ben and his older sister Marie Wharam and
beautiful Nessa Schrank, have not only entered the hearts of me and my
immediate family. They are in the prayers of the entire Gazette family.
I hope the Schrank and Wharam families will continue to keep us
informed of their progress.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks the read it, write it. 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.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
March 30, 2006 - Thursday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/30/06 THURSDAY
----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by A. E. Pagliarini's
first class in welding.
----------------------
The current temperature is 41 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 46/32
Normal H/L temp for this date is 42/24
Near normal, to a little above average temperatures are forecast for
the next few days.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Most of the large snowbanks surrounding the entrances of area business
establishments are slowly turning into somewhat smaller piles of
cigarette butts. Some filters, some not.
-------------------------
The latest rumor suggests local residents may be participating in a
race this spring. It'll be a political race, not the NASCAR variety.
Yesterday, I heard that local attorney Todd Burianek will be throwing
his hat in Graftons next Mayoral race. He will be running against
current Mayor Fred Stark. It should make for an interesting race.
Todd is younger and looks to be in pretty good shape from hauling law
books to the courthouse. However, I think Fred has longer legs, and, he
has marched in Joe Birklands parade band. Making music with the best of
them.
+++++++++++
The local states attorney position will also host a race this year.
Incumbent Sharon Martens and Barbara Whelan will square off at the
starting gate for the race to the Walsh County Court House. I expect
both ladies will be able to submit numerous reasons they should be the
one parking in the Court House parking lot.
+++++++++++
I also heard by way of Granny's Grape Vine that "Big Ern", Ernie Barta
is hoping he'll be running up and down the court house steps if he wins
his bid for county commissioner.
I wish all the candidates the very best, and, it should go without
saying, I hope the best person wins. Like always, However, it's not
whether you win or lose. It's how you play the game that counts. Often,
in politics, that means, he that slings the largest pile of bull dung
wins, and, the losers have to haul the dung out to the pasture.
----------------------
Pagliarini's first Welding students were. Garfield Knutson, Reuben
Knutson, Norman Russum, Vernon Russum, W. O. Smith, Martin Odegaard,
Alex Feltman, Irvan Christianson, Edward Bolek, Alf Nygard and Erick
Overland.
(Feb, 1, 1945 Walsh County Record)
----------------------
Anyone that knows anything about hockey. Knows theres a million stories
connected with the sport. I am pleased that Dorothy Wentz was willing to
share one of hers. She wrote; >>> Hi Gary -- It's just a good thing you
were on the ball today cuz I was about to call you to see if you were
ailing or something as bad! I kept thinking if I would just have sent
the dumb stories I have had on my mind to send for weeks you might
have had a little "copy" for help with an edition! So, here goes
with a silly story -- Many years ago when our sons were playing with
the Grafton Pee Wee's hockey team, several car loads of parents
followed the team to Devils Lake. WE WON! As a result many
mothers ran out onto the ice to give the coach, Sonny Wentz (my husband,
by the way), a congratulatory kiss, or whatever you want to call it --
anyway, after several of those -- he seemed so pleased -- I figured I
might as well try too. Wrong! I kissed him in front of the whole
rink full and he sort of cringed and gave me kind of a "dirty" look and
said "For Pete's sake, Dorothy, in front of this whole crowd -- what
are you thinking, or are you?" I was thinking -- Millie, Leona,
Blanche, etc., why not me. Needless to say, it did NOT happen
again!
Print it or not -- depending on how hard up you are for something
to say. I'm really happy that you didn't miss those days cuz you
weren't well. As many others state, you and your writings are enjoyed
by me and obviously by several hundreds more -- keep it up! <<< Thanks a
million Dorothy. I'm certain those folks that knew Sonny, can really
appreciate your story.
And, your note adds credit to the final statement of "almost" every
Gazette.
"The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it."
---------------------------
The next note is one of the shortest yet.
"When is the new coffee shop opening?"
I can only assume it relates to the one in the former Penny's building.
I might add that Ann McAnn's artistry in the new sign above the store is
another beautiful addition to Grafton's main street.
The sign, across the entire store front, reads Cafe - Au - Livre. I'm
not sure what language it is, however it means coffee and books.
ANYWAY, I haven't heard when the coffee will be hot, I expect someone
will tell us when they think it's time for us to know. Right Allen?
-----------------------
The subscription department was busy again today. The first note was
from Marian Hajicek. She wrote; >>>
Dear Gary, I am really enjoying your little news items each day.
Keep up the good work. I have 2 of my sons and their family that want
to become one of us on your list. John and Gary. Yesterday
was my 75th. birthday and I spent it with a big part of my family and
had such a good time reminiscing about the good old days when we lived
on the farm. We all enjoyed talking about way back when. It also
was one of the nicest days for weather that I can remember for many
years. Usually it stormed, like March going out like a lion. Take
care Gary, and keep us all entertained with your column. Thanks
loads. <<< Thank you Marian for caring and sharing. And, welcome to the
Gazette family John and Gary.
++++++
Mert sent the next request. >>> Thanks for all the news, do appreciate
all the work you do in getting this news letter out. I have been
printing your letters for Jeannie and Albert (they don't seem to want a
computer, or, need one) Anyway, Val and Brian would enjoy being
added to your long list. Val is Jeannie and Albert's daughter.
Thanks and take care.
Love, Mert <<< Thank you Mert. This will be Val and Brians "first
edition". I sure hope they will be able to tolerate all the babble. Say
hi to Jerry and all the current and former Rocky Point residents for us.
---------------------
I would like to thank Harlen and Ann Thompson, Jim Rystedt, and June
Erlendson for becoming supporting members of this years American Legion
Baseball program buy purchasing $20 calendar draw tickets.
We have lots of kids that love to play and I still have lots of tickets
to sell. 23 weekday draws of $50 each and 4 Saturday draws of $100 each.
Of course everyone can't win, especially those that don't buy tickets.
-----------------------
Please don't forget the Nessa Schrank, Ben & Maria LeClerc benefits
coming up soon. Checks should be made out to Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans --- c/o of the benefit of your choice. They can be mailed to
Thrivent Financial, 819 Hill Avenue, Grafton ND 58237. Or, if you
prefer to The Wharam or Leclerc Benefit, Care of Gary Moe, 764 Birch
Court, Grafton ND 58237. and I will see that the money gets in the
proper hands.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
03/30/06 THURSDAY
----------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by A. E. Pagliarini's
first class in welding.
----------------------
The current temperature is 41 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 46/32
Normal H/L temp for this date is 42/24
Near normal, to a little above average temperatures are forecast for
the next few days.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
Most of the large snowbanks surrounding the entrances of area business
establishments are slowly turning into somewhat smaller piles of
cigarette butts. Some filters, some not.
-------------------------
The latest rumor suggests local residents may be participating in a
race this spring. It'll be a political race, not the NASCAR variety.
Yesterday, I heard that local attorney Todd Burianek will be throwing
his hat in Graftons next Mayoral race. He will be running against
current Mayor Fred Stark. It should make for an interesting race.
Todd is younger and looks to be in pretty good shape from hauling law
books to the courthouse. However, I think Fred has longer legs, and, he
has marched in Joe Birklands parade band. Making music with the best of
them.
+++++++++++
The local states attorney position will also host a race this year.
Incumbent Sharon Martens and Barbara Whelan will square off at the
starting gate for the race to the Walsh County Court House. I expect
both ladies will be able to submit numerous reasons they should be the
one parking in the Court House parking lot.
+++++++++++
I also heard by way of Granny's Grape Vine that "Big Ern", Ernie Barta
is hoping he'll be running up and down the court house steps if he wins
his bid for county commissioner.
I wish all the candidates the very best, and, it should go without
saying, I hope the best person wins. Like always, However, it's not
whether you win or lose. It's how you play the game that counts. Often,
in politics, that means, he that slings the largest pile of bull dung
wins, and, the losers have to haul the dung out to the pasture.
----------------------
Pagliarini's first Welding students were. Garfield Knutson, Reuben
Knutson, Norman Russum, Vernon Russum, W. O. Smith, Martin Odegaard,
Alex Feltman, Irvan Christianson, Edward Bolek, Alf Nygard and Erick
Overland.
(Feb, 1, 1945 Walsh County Record)
----------------------
Anyone that knows anything about hockey. Knows theres a million stories
connected with the sport. I am pleased that Dorothy Wentz was willing to
share one of hers. She wrote; >>> Hi Gary -- It's just a good thing you
were on the ball today cuz I was about to call you to see if you were
ailing or something as bad! I kept thinking if I would just have sent
the dumb stories I have had on my mind to send for weeks you might
have had a little "copy" for help with an edition! So, here goes
with a silly story -- Many years ago when our sons were playing with
the Grafton Pee Wee's hockey team, several car loads of parents
followed the team to Devils Lake. WE WON! As a result many
mothers ran out onto the ice to give the coach, Sonny Wentz (my husband,
by the way), a congratulatory kiss, or whatever you want to call it --
anyway, after several of those -- he seemed so pleased -- I figured I
might as well try too. Wrong! I kissed him in front of the whole
rink full and he sort of cringed and gave me kind of a "dirty" look and
said "For Pete's sake, Dorothy, in front of this whole crowd -- what
are you thinking, or are you?" I was thinking -- Millie, Leona,
Blanche, etc., why not me. Needless to say, it did NOT happen
again!
Print it or not -- depending on how hard up you are for something
to say. I'm really happy that you didn't miss those days cuz you
weren't well. As many others state, you and your writings are enjoyed
by me and obviously by several hundreds more -- keep it up! <<< Thanks a
million Dorothy. I'm certain those folks that knew Sonny, can really
appreciate your story.
And, your note adds credit to the final statement of "almost" every
Gazette.
"The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it."
---------------------------
The next note is one of the shortest yet.
"When is the new coffee shop opening?"
I can only assume it relates to the one in the former Penny's building.
I might add that Ann McAnn's artistry in the new sign above the store is
another beautiful addition to Grafton's main street.
The sign, across the entire store front, reads Cafe - Au - Livre. I'm
not sure what language it is, however it means coffee and books.
ANYWAY, I haven't heard when the coffee will be hot, I expect someone
will tell us when they think it's time for us to know. Right Allen?
-----------------------
The subscription department was busy again today. The first note was
from Marian Hajicek. She wrote; >>>
Dear Gary, I am really enjoying your little news items each day.
Keep up the good work. I have 2 of my sons and their family that want
to become one of us on your list. John and Gary. Yesterday
was my 75th. birthday and I spent it with a big part of my family and
had such a good time reminiscing about the good old days when we lived
on the farm. We all enjoyed talking about way back when. It also
was one of the nicest days for weather that I can remember for many
years. Usually it stormed, like March going out like a lion. Take
care Gary, and keep us all entertained with your column. Thanks
loads. <<< Thank you Marian for caring and sharing. And, welcome to the
Gazette family John and Gary.
++++++
Mert sent the next request. >>> Thanks for all the news, do appreciate
all the work you do in getting this news letter out. I have been
printing your letters for Jeannie and Albert (they don't seem to want a
computer, or, need one) Anyway, Val and Brian would enjoy being
added to your long list. Val is Jeannie and Albert's daughter.
Thanks and take care.
Love, Mert <<< Thank you Mert. This will be Val and Brians "first
edition". I sure hope they will be able to tolerate all the babble. Say
hi to Jerry and all the current and former Rocky Point residents for us.
---------------------
I would like to thank Harlen and Ann Thompson, Jim Rystedt, and June
Erlendson for becoming supporting members of this years American Legion
Baseball program buy purchasing $20 calendar draw tickets.
We have lots of kids that love to play and I still have lots of tickets
to sell. 23 weekday draws of $50 each and 4 Saturday draws of $100 each.
Of course everyone can't win, especially those that don't buy tickets.
-----------------------
Please don't forget the Nessa Schrank, Ben & Maria LeClerc benefits
coming up soon. Checks should be made out to Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans --- c/o of the benefit of your choice. They can be mailed to
Thrivent Financial, 819 Hill Avenue, Grafton ND 58237. Or, if you
prefer to The Wharam or Leclerc Benefit, Care of Gary Moe, 764 Birch
Court, Grafton ND 58237. and I will see that the money gets in the
proper hands.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
March 29, 2006 - Wednesday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/29/06 WEDNESDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by the Grafton Cab
Company. Transportation problems readily solved.
---------------------
The current temperature is 35 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 42/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/23
With the warm weather the past few days summer is almost a certainty.
When, of course, is still up in the air.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Please remember Ben & Maria Wharam.
-----------------------
Grafton Municipal Utility crews have been out in full force sweeping
streets, levelling alleys and even filling potholes.
There is still snow piles throughout the community but another couple
days of sunshine and most of our snow will be heading for Hudson Bay.
------------------------
Please remember Nessa Schrank
------------------------
Still no definite word on the Pizza Hut opening. Construction crew
vehicles are starting to bunch up at the door, if that means anything.
------------------------
Ben, --- Maria, --- Nessa
------------------------
If Steve Arnesen wins another Firefighters calendar draw. They may
have to hold this years Firemens Ball at Rocky Point Lodge.
------------------------
Julie (LaClerc) & Chris Wharam
------------------------
Negative comments about Marvins $500,000 contribution to Grafton's
future brought the following response. >>>
When I read the grumblings of the citizenry regarding the gift from
Marvin's for community development, I thought of my mother's saying, "He
would complain if he were hung with a new rope." Some people are bound
and determined to look for the cloud wrapped around the silver lining. I
say bravo for Marvin's. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing. I
too say BRAVO for Marvin's
-------------------------
Sandy & Keith Schrank
-------------------------
I apologize for not sharing the following message from Marty Riske
sooner. I received it on Wednesday, March 22. I am pleased to hear he's
doing so well. >>>
Subject: On the road to recovery......
Thank you for all the messages of good tidings, best wishes,
prayers and greetings of good will. They all helped. This surgery
packed quite a wallop. It'll be a week tomorrow since, and I'm still
pretty much concerned with comfort vs: discomfort, and that's about
it. I have only had the energy to call immediate family so far, and
even in that case, not every day. Most of the time I am sleeping with
intervals of a movie here and there and three squares. Overall I am
doing very well and every day I have significant progress.
Anne has been Heaven sent during this recovery period. She
is intuitive, sensitive, bright and lovingly careful.
The surgical team at Mayo emphatically stated that all cancerous
material was removed along with the prostate, so there will be no need
for follow up of any kind. That is One Big Yippee!! Once I get rid
of this catheter, which will be a week from this this Friday, I will be
in La La Land.
Wishing you all Good Health..........Marty
"After each war there is a little less democracy to save."
– Brooks Atkinson <<< Thanks a million for the update Marty. I'm
thinking it's about time for another one. Maybe you'd even be willing to
"remember" the boys playing baseball, AND, the two very worthwhile
benefits at the same time. It's just a thought, and, It's the thought
that counts. Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
Both benefit dinners at Marketplace on 8.
-----------------------
Norman Russum celebrated the 84 anniversary of his birth on Tuesday. I
can't be certain although I'm guessing the last thing he thought about
Monday night, and the first thing he thought about Tuesday morning,...
was fishing. Right Norm?
Happy Birthday Norman. We'll celebrate your birthday this summer in the
Rock Harbor Lodge at Rocky Point,.... after we catch a limit of fish.
-------------------------
American Legion Baseball Program.
-------------------------
Speaking of The Grafton High School / American Legion Baseball
Program, AND, the two upcoming benefits. I received the following note
from Vic and Dorothy Johnson. >>> Hi Gary and family: We are still
enjoying our winter in Az. We will be staying here until the last part
of April. This morning we are getting a few sprinkles, any rain is
good. We are sending you a check for two Legion Baseball tickets one
for Vic and one for Dorothy. We are also enclosing two checks for the
benefits one for Nessa Schrank and one for Ben Wharam.
See you at Granny's when we get home. Keep up the good work. Vic
and Dorothy Johnson <<< Thanks a million Vic and Dorothy for caring and
sharing. We will all be eternally grateful for your generosity.
---------------------
Dianne sent the next note along with the latest Mount St. Helens report
from her uncle Johnny. >>> Hi Gary here is the latest update from my
Uncle Johnny on Mt. ST. Helens, I just wanted you share this with as
many people that are interested in what is happening and he is the right
person to get it from. I also want to wish my Uncle a VERY Happy
Birthday today. Dianne Molde Urbauer <<<
>>> From: "John Burns"
Subject: Mount St. Helens.
Date: Sat, 25 Mar 2006.
There are changes occurring on Mount St. Helens. The upheaval of the
magma
has slowed considerably. About a cubic yard per second as compared to up
to
10 cubic yards per second. Since September 23, 2004 on the average a bit
more than 2 cubic yards per second has been produced. Multiply that by
46,483,200 seconds and you will get an estimate of the volume of magma
that
has pushed up.
Geologists are quick to suggest that the end of the eruption could be
in sight. I will wait and see what occurs.
On the east flank of the mountain
is a deep V shaped depression. At the apex is a V notch on the rim and
it is
more than 250 feet lower than the rest of the mountain rim. The dome has
a 280
feet to rise and then the viewers on the east side from advantage points
will be able to see the top of the dome. This V shaped depression was a
glacier called "Shoestring". When the mountain exploded on May 18, 1980,
this
glacier slid off to the east causing a "Lahar", which is rock, boulders
sand
gravel, huge chunks of ice, and water all in motion that levelled a
forest and
everything in its path and ended up in a large river that stopped its
flow.
But thats another catastrophic event. The lahar site is a visitors
center today.
For thoughts of you contemplating a vacation, this summer should be
interesting and a good time to see the mountain. A day on the north side
would be pretty much spent. The observation site is just over 50 miles
from Kelso. A day on the south side is just over 70 miles to the "Lahar"
site.
My best wishes, Uncle Johnny. <<< Thanks a million for the wonderful
update Uncle Johnny and we too want to wish you a very happy birthday. I
hope you have plenty of room. Just in case everyone that reads this,
decides to come out and visit.
----------------------
Speaking of birthdays. Our Grandson Josh Moe celebrated the anniversary
of his birth yesterday. With everything that was,.. and wasn't, going on
yesterday. I didn't get a chance to extend Josh a "proper" Birthday
wish. Oh, we did wish him Happy Birthday over the local radio station,
but somehow I always feel it means just a little more when it's done in
print. I'll bet the folks down at the Record will even agree with that.
Happy Birthday Josh, on your 23. We love you very much, your Gram and
me.
------------------------
I am pleased to add Vic and Dorothy Johnsons names along with Dr
Harold Blanchard and Hod Hutson on the Gazette family list of Grafton
Legion Baseball supporters.
Legion Baseball Calendar draw tickets.
Drawings to be held in May. 23 weekday draws for $50 each. 4 Saturday
draws for $100 each. Maybe some would like to purchase a ticket in
memory of someone.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
03/29/06 WEDNESDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by the Grafton Cab
Company. Transportation problems readily solved.
---------------------
The current temperature is 35 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 42/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/23
With the warm weather the past few days summer is almost a certainty.
When, of course, is still up in the air.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Please remember Ben & Maria Wharam.
-----------------------
Grafton Municipal Utility crews have been out in full force sweeping
streets, levelling alleys and even filling potholes.
There is still snow piles throughout the community but another couple
days of sunshine and most of our snow will be heading for Hudson Bay.
------------------------
Please remember Nessa Schrank
------------------------
Still no definite word on the Pizza Hut opening. Construction crew
vehicles are starting to bunch up at the door, if that means anything.
------------------------
Ben, --- Maria, --- Nessa
------------------------
If Steve Arnesen wins another Firefighters calendar draw. They may
have to hold this years Firemens Ball at Rocky Point Lodge.
------------------------
Julie (LaClerc) & Chris Wharam
------------------------
Negative comments about Marvins $500,000 contribution to Grafton's
future brought the following response. >>>
When I read the grumblings of the citizenry regarding the gift from
Marvin's for community development, I thought of my mother's saying, "He
would complain if he were hung with a new rope." Some people are bound
and determined to look for the cloud wrapped around the silver lining. I
say bravo for Marvin's. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing. I
too say BRAVO for Marvin's
-------------------------
Sandy & Keith Schrank
-------------------------
I apologize for not sharing the following message from Marty Riske
sooner. I received it on Wednesday, March 22. I am pleased to hear he's
doing so well. >>>
Subject: On the road to recovery......
Thank you for all the messages of good tidings, best wishes,
prayers and greetings of good will. They all helped. This surgery
packed quite a wallop. It'll be a week tomorrow since, and I'm still
pretty much concerned with comfort vs: discomfort, and that's about
it. I have only had the energy to call immediate family so far, and
even in that case, not every day. Most of the time I am sleeping with
intervals of a movie here and there and three squares. Overall I am
doing very well and every day I have significant progress.
Anne has been Heaven sent during this recovery period. She
is intuitive, sensitive, bright and lovingly careful.
The surgical team at Mayo emphatically stated that all cancerous
material was removed along with the prostate, so there will be no need
for follow up of any kind. That is One Big Yippee!! Once I get rid
of this catheter, which will be a week from this this Friday, I will be
in La La Land.
Wishing you all Good Health..........Marty
"After each war there is a little less democracy to save."
– Brooks Atkinson <<< Thanks a million for the update Marty. I'm
thinking it's about time for another one. Maybe you'd even be willing to
"remember" the boys playing baseball, AND, the two very worthwhile
benefits at the same time. It's just a thought, and, It's the thought
that counts. Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
Both benefit dinners at Marketplace on 8.
-----------------------
Norman Russum celebrated the 84 anniversary of his birth on Tuesday. I
can't be certain although I'm guessing the last thing he thought about
Monday night, and the first thing he thought about Tuesday morning,...
was fishing. Right Norm?
Happy Birthday Norman. We'll celebrate your birthday this summer in the
Rock Harbor Lodge at Rocky Point,.... after we catch a limit of fish.
-------------------------
American Legion Baseball Program.
-------------------------
Speaking of The Grafton High School / American Legion Baseball
Program, AND, the two upcoming benefits. I received the following note
from Vic and Dorothy Johnson. >>> Hi Gary and family: We are still
enjoying our winter in Az. We will be staying here until the last part
of April. This morning we are getting a few sprinkles, any rain is
good. We are sending you a check for two Legion Baseball tickets one
for Vic and one for Dorothy. We are also enclosing two checks for the
benefits one for Nessa Schrank and one for Ben Wharam.
See you at Granny's when we get home. Keep up the good work. Vic
and Dorothy Johnson <<< Thanks a million Vic and Dorothy for caring and
sharing. We will all be eternally grateful for your generosity.
---------------------
Dianne sent the next note along with the latest Mount St. Helens report
from her uncle Johnny. >>> Hi Gary here is the latest update from my
Uncle Johnny on Mt. ST. Helens, I just wanted you share this with as
many people that are interested in what is happening and he is the right
person to get it from. I also want to wish my Uncle a VERY Happy
Birthday today. Dianne Molde Urbauer <<<
>>> From: "John Burns"
Subject: Mount St. Helens.
Date: Sat, 25 Mar 2006.
There are changes occurring on Mount St. Helens. The upheaval of the
magma
has slowed considerably. About a cubic yard per second as compared to up
to
10 cubic yards per second. Since September 23, 2004 on the average a bit
more than 2 cubic yards per second has been produced. Multiply that by
46,483,200 seconds and you will get an estimate of the volume of magma
that
has pushed up.
Geologists are quick to suggest that the end of the eruption could be
in sight. I will wait and see what occurs.
On the east flank of the mountain
is a deep V shaped depression. At the apex is a V notch on the rim and
it is
more than 250 feet lower than the rest of the mountain rim. The dome has
a 280
feet to rise and then the viewers on the east side from advantage points
will be able to see the top of the dome. This V shaped depression was a
glacier called "Shoestring". When the mountain exploded on May 18, 1980,
this
glacier slid off to the east causing a "Lahar", which is rock, boulders
sand
gravel, huge chunks of ice, and water all in motion that levelled a
forest and
everything in its path and ended up in a large river that stopped its
flow.
But thats another catastrophic event. The lahar site is a visitors
center today.
For thoughts of you contemplating a vacation, this summer should be
interesting and a good time to see the mountain. A day on the north side
would be pretty much spent. The observation site is just over 50 miles
from Kelso. A day on the south side is just over 70 miles to the "Lahar"
site.
My best wishes, Uncle Johnny. <<< Thanks a million for the wonderful
update Uncle Johnny and we too want to wish you a very happy birthday. I
hope you have plenty of room. Just in case everyone that reads this,
decides to come out and visit.
----------------------
Speaking of birthdays. Our Grandson Josh Moe celebrated the anniversary
of his birth yesterday. With everything that was,.. and wasn't, going on
yesterday. I didn't get a chance to extend Josh a "proper" Birthday
wish. Oh, we did wish him Happy Birthday over the local radio station,
but somehow I always feel it means just a little more when it's done in
print. I'll bet the folks down at the Record will even agree with that.
Happy Birthday Josh, on your 23. We love you very much, your Gram and
me.
------------------------
I am pleased to add Vic and Dorothy Johnsons names along with Dr
Harold Blanchard and Hod Hutson on the Gazette family list of Grafton
Legion Baseball supporters.
Legion Baseball Calendar draw tickets.
Drawings to be held in May. 23 weekday draws for $50 each. 4 Saturday
draws for $100 each. Maybe some would like to purchase a ticket in
memory of someone.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
March 27, 2006 - Monday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/27/06 MONDAY
LATE EDITION
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by C. A. Stark.
Radiator and Lawn Mower Repairs. Grafton, ND.
---------------------
The current temperature is 33 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 38/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/22
It looks like we "might" expect high temperatures to be in the
upper 30's, or more, by the end of the week.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
To all of you that noticed the Gazette has been "missing"
since the 21st. Please accept my most sincere apology. Tuesday morning I
received a "note" that literally knocked my socks off. The Readers
Digest Version..... The perception was, that a high school boy from
another town claimed he had done something exceptionally stupid to a
group of ladies from that same town, while he was working in a Grafton
restaurant. (he no longer works in the restaurant).
Unfortunately, that vicious rumor spread across the country
faster than a baby on prune juice could fill a diaper.
It is my understanding that the people involved have discussed
that issue, and, all of the people involved have come to a resolve. It
is also my understanding that the manager of the Grafton Chamber of
Commerce has expressed "our" most sincere apologies, and that those
involved have been issued local gift certificates as a token of "our"
appreciation for their patronage and future considerations. I hope
everyone, will in time, return to a more cordial relationship.
+++++++
THEN, at almost the same time. Word was released that Marvins
Windows would be "investing" $500,000 in "our" future in the form of
housing credits for new or relocated homes in Grafton.
I thought, then, and I still do, that was a fantastic gesture on
behalf of Marvins, and it will almost certainly have a very positive
impact on "our" community.
Unfortunately, almost immediately, I started hearing people
"complain" that it would be detrimental to the housing market in
Grafton. There's to many houses for sale in town already. I heard. Why
can't they by the houses that are already for sale in town? I heard. How
will that help when we already can't sell our house for the appraised
value? I heard.
I'm not absolutely certain, but I think somewhere about here, is
when I started letting my depression and suppression relief valves
switch places. Actually,... I don't think it was right then either.
It may have been when I picked up 40 tickets for this years High
School/American Legion Baseball Calendar draw. The drawings will be in
May. With 23 daily draws for $50 and four Saturday draws for $100. Send
me $20, I'll put your name on a ticket and get it in the drawing. If you
like, I'll even send the receipt to you by return mail.That's the easy
part. The part I struggled with is remembering that just a few short
years ago the Grafton Legionaires had enough members, and, the Legion
club was vibrant enough to literally assume almost complete sponsorship
of that program.
That to, isn't as bad as remembering the 10's of thousands of
Veterans that have given their lives, so those that survived could help
the ball team.
Then, just as I was about to pound out last Wednesdays
Gazette, I looked up and there,.... staring me straight in the eye was
two pictures I won't soon forget.
One of the pictures was Julie (LeClerc) & Chris Wharam and their
two fabulous children Ben (7 mo.) and Maria (almost 3 yrs) Maria was
diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis in January 2005. Ben was diagnosed with
Neuroblastoma Cancer in March of this year.
Ben and Maria's grandparents, Kim & Dennis LeClerc, of Grafton and
Vernie & Glenn Wharam of Park River are giving their little angels all
the prayers, help and support they can. However, it would be fantastic
if others could do the same.
The other picture is of a beautiful 20 year old girl who's
name is Nessa Schrank. She is the daughter of Keith & Sandy Schrank.
Nessa is hospitalized recovering from a brain aneurism due to a brain
development called moya-moya. Nessa will need to undergo several
surgeries to correct this condition.
NOW THEN, along with numrous others, Susan Corneillie and
her staff at Marketplace on 8th will play host to the fund raising
events for both the Wharam and Schrank families.
Turkey & Buffalo Meatballs with all the fixings will be served at
the Wharam benefit Thursday, April 6 from 4:00 to 8:30 at Marketplace on
8th in Grafton.
A Bar-B-Que Pork Dinner with all the trimmings will be served at
Nessa's. Sunday, April 9th from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm at Marketplace on
8th.
Checks and donations for both families should be made out to
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and sent to 819 Hill Ave Grafton, ND
58237.
Please identify which fund you would like to support, ie, c/o
Nessa Schrank Fund or c/o Ben Wharam Fund.
Meal tickets for both events can be obtained at the door for $10
each. As I look at both of these families I can't keep from thinking.
There
are many out there with few, if any, problems. There are also many out
there that will leave this world wealthy and never truely know where
their money will go. Nessa, Maria and little Ben would be a fantastic
destination for some of it.
Or so it seems to me.
----------------------
The Gazette subscription department was busy this week.
Please help welcome Susan (Pickett) Torgrude, Tami Egeland, Lisa Votava,
Christopher Larson, Everett Aasand, Ray & Marcy Gourde and Heather
Votava to the Gazette family tree. I hope I have entered the correct
addresses for everyone. I would appreciate it if everyone would let me
know that for certain.
------------------------
This weeks Grafton area Firefighters annual calendar draw winners
are: 3/27/2006 Jeanette Gemmill $20.00
3/28/2006 Katie Grzadzielewski $20.00
3/29/2006 Memorial for Russ Restemayer to Grafton Volunteer Fire
Department courtesy of Allan Szklarski $20.00
3/30/2006 Dwight Rost $20.00
3/31/2006 Pat Dusek * $20.00
4/1/2006 Gil Herbel $20.00
4/2/2006 Steve Arnesen * $20.00
Congratulation to this weeks winners.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. Or
so it seems to me. P.S.
If you would prefer to send your "help" in care of the Gazette.
Please clearly identify which benefit you're supporting in your
correspondence. The Gazette address is; Gary Moe, 764 Birch Court,
Grafton, North Dakota 58237
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
03/27/06 MONDAY
LATE EDITION
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by C. A. Stark.
Radiator and Lawn Mower Repairs. Grafton, ND.
---------------------
The current temperature is 33 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 38/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/22
It looks like we "might" expect high temperatures to be in the
upper 30's, or more, by the end of the week.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
To all of you that noticed the Gazette has been "missing"
since the 21st. Please accept my most sincere apology. Tuesday morning I
received a "note" that literally knocked my socks off. The Readers
Digest Version..... The perception was, that a high school boy from
another town claimed he had done something exceptionally stupid to a
group of ladies from that same town, while he was working in a Grafton
restaurant. (he no longer works in the restaurant).
Unfortunately, that vicious rumor spread across the country
faster than a baby on prune juice could fill a diaper.
It is my understanding that the people involved have discussed
that issue, and, all of the people involved have come to a resolve. It
is also my understanding that the manager of the Grafton Chamber of
Commerce has expressed "our" most sincere apologies, and that those
involved have been issued local gift certificates as a token of "our"
appreciation for their patronage and future considerations. I hope
everyone, will in time, return to a more cordial relationship.
+++++++
THEN, at almost the same time. Word was released that Marvins
Windows would be "investing" $500,000 in "our" future in the form of
housing credits for new or relocated homes in Grafton.
I thought, then, and I still do, that was a fantastic gesture on
behalf of Marvins, and it will almost certainly have a very positive
impact on "our" community.
Unfortunately, almost immediately, I started hearing people
"complain" that it would be detrimental to the housing market in
Grafton. There's to many houses for sale in town already. I heard. Why
can't they by the houses that are already for sale in town? I heard. How
will that help when we already can't sell our house for the appraised
value? I heard.
I'm not absolutely certain, but I think somewhere about here, is
when I started letting my depression and suppression relief valves
switch places. Actually,... I don't think it was right then either.
It may have been when I picked up 40 tickets for this years High
School/American Legion Baseball Calendar draw. The drawings will be in
May. With 23 daily draws for $50 and four Saturday draws for $100. Send
me $20, I'll put your name on a ticket and get it in the drawing. If you
like, I'll even send the receipt to you by return mail.That's the easy
part. The part I struggled with is remembering that just a few short
years ago the Grafton Legionaires had enough members, and, the Legion
club was vibrant enough to literally assume almost complete sponsorship
of that program.
That to, isn't as bad as remembering the 10's of thousands of
Veterans that have given their lives, so those that survived could help
the ball team.
Then, just as I was about to pound out last Wednesdays
Gazette, I looked up and there,.... staring me straight in the eye was
two pictures I won't soon forget.
One of the pictures was Julie (LeClerc) & Chris Wharam and their
two fabulous children Ben (7 mo.) and Maria (almost 3 yrs) Maria was
diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis in January 2005. Ben was diagnosed with
Neuroblastoma Cancer in March of this year.
Ben and Maria's grandparents, Kim & Dennis LeClerc, of Grafton and
Vernie & Glenn Wharam of Park River are giving their little angels all
the prayers, help and support they can. However, it would be fantastic
if others could do the same.
The other picture is of a beautiful 20 year old girl who's
name is Nessa Schrank. She is the daughter of Keith & Sandy Schrank.
Nessa is hospitalized recovering from a brain aneurism due to a brain
development called moya-moya. Nessa will need to undergo several
surgeries to correct this condition.
NOW THEN, along with numrous others, Susan Corneillie and
her staff at Marketplace on 8th will play host to the fund raising
events for both the Wharam and Schrank families.
Turkey & Buffalo Meatballs with all the fixings will be served at
the Wharam benefit Thursday, April 6 from 4:00 to 8:30 at Marketplace on
8th in Grafton.
A Bar-B-Que Pork Dinner with all the trimmings will be served at
Nessa's. Sunday, April 9th from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm at Marketplace on
8th.
Checks and donations for both families should be made out to
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and sent to 819 Hill Ave Grafton, ND
58237.
Please identify which fund you would like to support, ie, c/o
Nessa Schrank Fund or c/o Ben Wharam Fund.
Meal tickets for both events can be obtained at the door for $10
each. As I look at both of these families I can't keep from thinking.
There
are many out there with few, if any, problems. There are also many out
there that will leave this world wealthy and never truely know where
their money will go. Nessa, Maria and little Ben would be a fantastic
destination for some of it.
Or so it seems to me.
----------------------
The Gazette subscription department was busy this week.
Please help welcome Susan (Pickett) Torgrude, Tami Egeland, Lisa Votava,
Christopher Larson, Everett Aasand, Ray & Marcy Gourde and Heather
Votava to the Gazette family tree. I hope I have entered the correct
addresses for everyone. I would appreciate it if everyone would let me
know that for certain.
------------------------
This weeks Grafton area Firefighters annual calendar draw winners
are: 3/27/2006 Jeanette Gemmill $20.00
3/28/2006 Katie Grzadzielewski $20.00
3/29/2006 Memorial for Russ Restemayer to Grafton Volunteer Fire
Department courtesy of Allan Szklarski $20.00
3/30/2006 Dwight Rost $20.00
3/31/2006 Pat Dusek * $20.00
4/1/2006 Gil Herbel $20.00
4/2/2006 Steve Arnesen * $20.00
Congratulation to this weeks winners.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. Or
so it seems to me. P.S.
If you would prefer to send your "help" in care of the Gazette.
Please clearly identify which benefit you're supporting in your
correspondence. The Gazette address is; Gary Moe, 764 Birch Court,
Grafton, North Dakota 58237
Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,
before it's too late.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
March 21, 2006 - Tuesday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/21/06 TUESDAY
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Pickett's Meat
Market.
"Courtesy Is Part of Our Service"
C. D. Pickett --- and --- H. M. Pickett, Sr.
Phones 552 -------- Grafton, N. D.
----------------------
The current temperature is 7 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 26/2
Normal H/L temp on this date is 37/19
Yesterday may well have been the first day of spring.
Unfortunately, It certainly was not the last day of winter.
__________________
--- Please remember Nessa Schrank ---
I think Nessa Schrank's story would be a great one for Rona
Johnson to champion.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Mondays are almost always slow news days. Rumor has it, the
"civil disturbance" over at Ekatta's,.. Grafton's New Entertainment
Complex has been resolved. Although It has been reported that Allen
Taylor suffered a heart attack late last week also. No word, yet, on the
actual cause or how serious. Reliable sources have said he (Allen) is
resting at home. The Taylors have changed the face of "our" community.
Their health and well being is a concern of everyone.
==================================
---- CORRECTION ----
I forgot to put the "h" in Thrivent Financial in yesterdays
Gazette. For that I am very sorry. I hope the "h" stands for help and
that everyone will. "Don't just give til it hurts. Give til it helps."
==================================
Becky & (Dean) Mathiason won the Harley at the hockey raffle.
Marlene Neimann took home the Artic Cat ATV and Frank Vavrowski won the
Riding mower. Ray Charlton Jr. will be able to rototil the flower beds
around the Motel with his new rear tine tiller. Loretta Moe will
probably be out mowing all the lawns in the neighborhood with her brand
new self propelled lawn mower.
I'm already happy I didn't win the Harley. By now, I'd probably
already have piled it up in a snowbank anyway.
-------------------------
NESSA SCHRANK
-------------------------
Yesterday was a very special day, for a very special person. It
was the day Mildred (Mrs. Bennie) Molde celebrated the anniversary of
her birth. Dianne sent the following message. >>>
Subject: Good Morning Gary and Pat.
I just wanted to send a little note to tell you that today
(Monday)
is our mothers Birthday and I wish I was there to help her celebrate but
I am sure that she will have a lot of family helping her. I want to wish
My MOM a Very Happy Birthday. I wish she was out here cause we are
having 60 degree weather and I have to mow the lawn and start working
on our garden. More rain on the way.
Gary I really enjoy you news letter and keep them going
cause this is the way I start off my days is by reading your news.
Thanks again Gary and Pat your the greatest.. Dianne Molde Urbauer <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Dianne. The Molde's are a
pretty special family and will always hold a special spot in the entire
Moe gene pool. Mildred is a very special lady, the Matriarch of the
Molde dynasty. Happy Birthday Mildred, we love you. from the entire Moe
Family.
-----------------------
It seems California's Knotts Berry Farm is going to continue to
bring up questions. And, that's a good thing. Bert wrote; >>>
Subject: Knotts Berry Farm
Hi Gary, there was a serious personal connection to Grafton
and someone at the Knotts Berry Farm. When we went to the 49/50
Rosebowl the entire Grafton Parade Band was invited for a private
luncheon there. And to top it off we were entertained by a famous actor
of the time --"Leo Carrilio"-- He was the sidekick to William Boyd,
"Hopalong Cassidy". Some of you may remember his opening statement done
with a Mexican Broug. "A kid just walked up to me on the way in and said
'I know your face senior but I don't know where to put it". Brings back
a memory or two? Bert Overland <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing Bert. I did ask Fred Stark about that
luncheon and he thought it may have been the outfit that arraigned the
band tour in the first place. As a matter of fact, I think he even told
me the name, but I forgot it, between Granny's and home. It is a two
block drive you know.
-----------------------
Gosh I sure hope uncle Norman isn't eating to many chocolate chip
cookies or brownies.
-----------------------
What a difference a billion makes. Or, maybe it would be better
said. What difference does a billion make?
The next time you hear a politician use the word
"billion" in a casual manner, think about whether you want "politicians"
spending your tax money.
A billion is a difficult number to comprehend, but one advertising
agency did a good job of putting that figure into some perspective in
one of its
releases.
a.. A billion seconds ago it was 1959.
b.. A billion minutes ago Jesus was alive. c.. A billion hours
ago our ancestors were living in the Stone Age. d.. A billion days
ago no-one walked on the earth on two feet. e.. A billion dollars ago
was only 8 hours and 20 minutes, at the rate our government is spending
it.
While this thought is still fresh in our brain, let's take a look at
New
Orleans- It's amazing what you can learn with some simple division
...........
Louisiana Senator, Mary Landrieu (D), is presently asking the
Congress
for $250 BILLION to rebuild New Orleans. Interesting number,.. what does
it mean?
Well, if you are one of 484,674 residents of New Orleans (every man,
woman, child), you each get $516, 528.
Or, if you have one of the 188,251 homes in New Orleans, your home
gets
$1, 329,787
Or, if you are a family of four, your family gets $2,066,012.
Washington, D.C.!!!..........................Are all your calculators
broken????
-----------------------
Please make checks for Nessa's benefit payable to Thrivent
Financial. $10 is fine, $100 would be better and $1000 would be
fantastic. I doubt you can buy your way to heaven. A donation to Nessa's
fund raiser just might grab the Lords attention though.
------------------------
I am pleased to announce another branch to the Gazette family
tree. Polly Lamoureux wrote: >>> Hi, I just got an email from my good
friend Dan Crookston, we lived in Grafton for 18 years and moved to Lake
Metigoshe about a year ago. I would like to get your newsletter, Dan
keeps talking about how great it is. We still keep in touch with a lot
of our friends there and are interested in what is happening in Grafton.
Thanks Polly <<< Thank you Polly. I hope you will find the Gazette, at
least, worth the price of the subscription. Please remember,I have to
"get news" to "give news". That's true, I might add, with the Walsh
County Record and Grand Forks Herald as well.
------------------------
This weeks Grafton area Firefighters Calendar Draw winners.
3/20/2006 Mike Faller $20.00 3/21/2006 Joe
Olson $20.00 3/22/2006 Wade Haugen
$20.00
3/23/2006 Ralph Kieley $20.00
3/24/2006 Judy Suda $20.00
3/25/2006 Larry Fisher $20.00
3/26/2006 Jeanette Gemmill $20.00
Congratulations to all of this weeks lucky winners. If your have
trouble deciding what to do with the check. You might remember Nessa
Schrank.
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
03/21/06 TUESDAY
--------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Pickett's Meat
Market.
"Courtesy Is Part of Our Service"
C. D. Pickett --- and --- H. M. Pickett, Sr.
Phones 552 -------- Grafton, N. D.
----------------------
The current temperature is 7 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 26/2
Normal H/L temp on this date is 37/19
Yesterday may well have been the first day of spring.
Unfortunately, It certainly was not the last day of winter.
__________________
--- Please remember Nessa Schrank ---
I think Nessa Schrank's story would be a great one for Rona
Johnson to champion.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
-----------------------
Mondays are almost always slow news days. Rumor has it, the
"civil disturbance" over at Ekatta's,.. Grafton's New Entertainment
Complex has been resolved. Although It has been reported that Allen
Taylor suffered a heart attack late last week also. No word, yet, on the
actual cause or how serious. Reliable sources have said he (Allen) is
resting at home. The Taylors have changed the face of "our" community.
Their health and well being is a concern of everyone.
==================================
---- CORRECTION ----
I forgot to put the "h" in Thrivent Financial in yesterdays
Gazette. For that I am very sorry. I hope the "h" stands for help and
that everyone will. "Don't just give til it hurts. Give til it helps."
==================================
Becky & (Dean) Mathiason won the Harley at the hockey raffle.
Marlene Neimann took home the Artic Cat ATV and Frank Vavrowski won the
Riding mower. Ray Charlton Jr. will be able to rototil the flower beds
around the Motel with his new rear tine tiller. Loretta Moe will
probably be out mowing all the lawns in the neighborhood with her brand
new self propelled lawn mower.
I'm already happy I didn't win the Harley. By now, I'd probably
already have piled it up in a snowbank anyway.
-------------------------
NESSA SCHRANK
-------------------------
Yesterday was a very special day, for a very special person. It
was the day Mildred (Mrs. Bennie) Molde celebrated the anniversary of
her birth. Dianne sent the following message. >>>
Subject: Good Morning Gary and Pat.
I just wanted to send a little note to tell you that today
(Monday)
is our mothers Birthday and I wish I was there to help her celebrate but
I am sure that she will have a lot of family helping her. I want to wish
My MOM a Very Happy Birthday. I wish she was out here cause we are
having 60 degree weather and I have to mow the lawn and start working
on our garden. More rain on the way.
Gary I really enjoy you news letter and keep them going
cause this is the way I start off my days is by reading your news.
Thanks again Gary and Pat your the greatest.. Dianne Molde Urbauer <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Dianne. The Molde's are a
pretty special family and will always hold a special spot in the entire
Moe gene pool. Mildred is a very special lady, the Matriarch of the
Molde dynasty. Happy Birthday Mildred, we love you. from the entire Moe
Family.
-----------------------
It seems California's Knotts Berry Farm is going to continue to
bring up questions. And, that's a good thing. Bert wrote; >>>
Subject: Knotts Berry Farm
Hi Gary, there was a serious personal connection to Grafton
and someone at the Knotts Berry Farm. When we went to the 49/50
Rosebowl the entire Grafton Parade Band was invited for a private
luncheon there. And to top it off we were entertained by a famous actor
of the time --"Leo Carrilio"-- He was the sidekick to William Boyd,
"Hopalong Cassidy". Some of you may remember his opening statement done
with a Mexican Broug. "A kid just walked up to me on the way in and said
'I know your face senior but I don't know where to put it". Brings back
a memory or two? Bert Overland <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing Bert. I did ask Fred Stark about that
luncheon and he thought it may have been the outfit that arraigned the
band tour in the first place. As a matter of fact, I think he even told
me the name, but I forgot it, between Granny's and home. It is a two
block drive you know.
-----------------------
Gosh I sure hope uncle Norman isn't eating to many chocolate chip
cookies or brownies.
-----------------------
What a difference a billion makes. Or, maybe it would be better
said. What difference does a billion make?
The next time you hear a politician use the word
"billion" in a casual manner, think about whether you want "politicians"
spending your tax money.
A billion is a difficult number to comprehend, but one advertising
agency did a good job of putting that figure into some perspective in
one of its
releases.
a.. A billion seconds ago it was 1959.
b.. A billion minutes ago Jesus was alive. c.. A billion hours
ago our ancestors were living in the Stone Age. d.. A billion days
ago no-one walked on the earth on two feet. e.. A billion dollars ago
was only 8 hours and 20 minutes, at the rate our government is spending
it.
While this thought is still fresh in our brain, let's take a look at
New
Orleans- It's amazing what you can learn with some simple division
...........
Louisiana Senator, Mary Landrieu (D), is presently asking the
Congress
for $250 BILLION to rebuild New Orleans. Interesting number,.. what does
it mean?
Well, if you are one of 484,674 residents of New Orleans (every man,
woman, child), you each get $516, 528.
Or, if you have one of the 188,251 homes in New Orleans, your home
gets
$1, 329,787
Or, if you are a family of four, your family gets $2,066,012.
Washington, D.C.!!!..........................Are all your calculators
broken????
-----------------------
Please make checks for Nessa's benefit payable to Thrivent
Financial. $10 is fine, $100 would be better and $1000 would be
fantastic. I doubt you can buy your way to heaven. A donation to Nessa's
fund raiser just might grab the Lords attention though.
------------------------
I am pleased to announce another branch to the Gazette family
tree. Polly Lamoureux wrote: >>> Hi, I just got an email from my good
friend Dan Crookston, we lived in Grafton for 18 years and moved to Lake
Metigoshe about a year ago. I would like to get your newsletter, Dan
keeps talking about how great it is. We still keep in touch with a lot
of our friends there and are interested in what is happening in Grafton.
Thanks Polly <<< Thank you Polly. I hope you will find the Gazette, at
least, worth the price of the subscription. Please remember,I have to
"get news" to "give news". That's true, I might add, with the Walsh
County Record and Grand Forks Herald as well.
------------------------
This weeks Grafton area Firefighters Calendar Draw winners.
3/20/2006 Mike Faller $20.00 3/21/2006 Joe
Olson $20.00 3/22/2006 Wade Haugen
$20.00
3/23/2006 Ralph Kieley $20.00
3/24/2006 Judy Suda $20.00
3/25/2006 Larry Fisher $20.00
3/26/2006 Jeanette Gemmill $20.00
Congratulations to all of this weeks lucky winners. If your have
trouble deciding what to do with the check. You might remember Nessa
Schrank.
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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, March 20, 2006
March 20, 2006 - Monday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/20/06 MONDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Horter
Implement Co. Grafton North Dakota. Phone 223
----------------------
The current temperature is 5 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 24/5
Normal H/ L temp for this date is 36/19 Most of the lawns in town
are still covered with lots of snow. This week should help get rid of
most of it. I hope.
==================================
"profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
The annual Grafton area youth hockey banquet and raffle was a huge
success.
Not only were all the raffle tickets sold, but it appeared as
though a significant number of ticket holders turned out at Marketplace
Saturday night for the festivities.
As usual Susie and her staff at Marketplace on 8th did a fabulous
job of hosting the banquet. Everyone I talked to said the food and
service was nothing short of fantastic.
Now that this years "hockey" festivties are over. It's time to
start thinking about next year. I was pleased to share a table with
Yvette, & Jeff, John Corneillie and Steve Larson during this years
event. That, and several things during the evening provided me "food for
thought".
Hence, later that night, as I was doing some research in the
Gazette library. I got to thinking. Next year, the youth hockey board
might consider drafting the talents of someone like Steve Larson, for a
multitude of reasons. First, he would make a fantastic MC. Second he has
access to, and knowledge of, a variety of local entertaiment. "Our"
community offers a tremendous selection of entertainers that can perform
as proffesionally as any we might find anywhere in the country. Then
too, a short presentation of where the youth program was, where it is,
and where it's going would generate addition interest for the program.
It may even be able possible to talk Dan Burianek out of
retirement to play a set or two. Last years, area youth hockey, event
was a big success. This years event was significantly better. Next
years, will be even better. Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
The Gazette mailbag received many notes about the Bozeman drug
documentary in last weeks Record. None I should add, were very favorable
toward the Records "spin" on the subject. I think everyone would agree
that drug abuse is an extremely serious issue, and, that Grafton, like
every community in the country must increase it's vigilance if there is
to be any hope to control it.
The first step in dealing with a problem is realizing there is one
to start with. The Record's article certainly went a long way towards
letting people know there is a problem. For that we might be thankful.
The old saying, "It's not so much what you say, but how you say it." I
think, could certainly apply in this case.
Anyway, Wendy shared the following thoughts. >>> Dad, I would have
to agree and infact put your comments in BOLD. I too believe that some
are so ignorant that they dont see the negative publicity they bring to
thier very business steps. I often wonder why not just cut the ropes
themselves. THEN I stopped to breathe. I guess everyone who is honest
with themselves would know that the drug problem exists EVERYWHERE. But
it is easier to point out someone else's problems then your own. NOW,
why our paper would see the benefit to our community by not only
assisting to POINT OUT our faults but by putting it right up there for
(as you would say) God and everyone to see that WE ARE THE WORST AROUND
is beyond me....PERHAPS their next story could be that of GRAFTON HAS
THE GREATEST.....and people from Florida are here doing a 20 minute film
on it. Ok I will get off your soap box now.. <<< Thanks for caring and
sharing Wendy.
+++++++++
The next one lends credence to the fact that "we" certainly do
have local issue's, and of the need to step up "our" battle in the war
on drugs. >>> Hey, finished reading the Gazette and I'll just say that
Grafton had the reputation of a "druggie town" when I was in high
school. I think if you look back in history there have been quite a few
"big?" drug busts over the years in your fair city. I think it's
possible and highly likely that could be connected with the high
population of migratory residents in the area.
Grafton is, and has been, a hub for drug distribution in the NE
part of the state. Maybe area farmers could get blamed for this because
they quit using migrant labor in the fields and they had to expand to
other areas of income? If the truth were known, those involved probably
used to supplement their "income" with illegal drugs all along. But it
isn't only Grafton, all towns have a drug problem. We have our share of
it in our town also. When 50% of the population of the state prison is
incarcerated because of drug arrests, it seems apparent what we're doing
isn't working. To throw someone in jail because they are caught with
drugs, then let them out to repeat the above doesn't seem to make much
sense. I'm not sure marijuana shouldn't be made legal. If someone wants
to grow it and smoke it in the privacy of their own home, why should
that be any business of the government? It would certainly take the
money out of the equation and eliminate the large profits that encourage
gangs and other criminals from being in the business. Education would go
a lot further than incarceration in my humble opinion. <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing. It seems to me marijuana has
taken a backseat to the seriousness of all the other "hard" drugs
available in todays "mind munching market".
-----------------------
It happens often to me, I'm pleased to see I'm not the only one
that writes something one day, then rewrites it the next. "To error
making effort, is not a sin. Sin, is in not making effort".
Anyway, Agnes sent the following. >>> Well Gary, I was at
a reunion, of sorts last night with friends and relatives and I think I
got the answer to Knotts berry farm. It wasn't that, at all. It was
Camelback Inn that was started by Graftonites, and, we thought it was
Jack Stewart that started it. Rodney Glennon was at the party and he
remembered it. We did a lot of reminiscing last night as we lived about
a block apart on Prospect years ago and the kids were about the same
age. I visited with neices and nephews, family, friends, and a good time
was had by all. Everyone says hi, take care. <<< Thanks a million Agnes,
for caring and sharing. And,.... for getting Knotts berries in the right
basket.
---------------------
Speaking of Knotts Berry Farm. Keith added the following
information to our knowledge base. >>> Gary,
WIth regards to "Agnes" question about the origin of Knotts
Berry Farm
I live about 7 miles from there, and have been an avid fan since the
50's.
It was started by Walter and Cordelia Knott, school mates who
attended Pomona H.S.. He was born & raised in California and she was
born in Bushton, Illinois and moved to California with her parents. The
only Grafton connection I can recall is when Ed Granum drove one of
their famous and now non-existant cable cars. My parents used to
spend several weeks out here every Christmas and this was one of their
favorite spots to visit. I hope this helps answer Agnes' question. -
Keith Mohagen <<< Thanks a million Keith. As you can see from her latest
note. We are all well on the way to a better understanding.
--------------------------
Actually, we received two notes from Agnes over the weekend. The
second one was addressed to the subscription dept.
She wrote: Subject: another reader.
Gary and Judy Smith would like to recieve the Gazette and I told
them I'd send her email to you. Please put them on your list. Thanks a
million Agnes and welcome Judy & Gary to the Gazette family tree. It
would be helpful for me to know I have you address correct. Please let
me know if you do.
++++++++++++
The following request from LeAnn is helping "our" Gazette
family tree turn into a forest. LeAnn wrote;
Hello.
I would like to be added to your email list for the Shivercity Gazette.
Thank you, LeAnn Thorvilson,
Fargo, ND
Grafton Class of 1990 <<< Thanks a million LeAnn and welcome to the
dribble I call babble in the Gazette. Should you, or anyone, find the
Gazette is wasting more time than you would like. Please let me know and
"pufff" you can be unsubscribed.
------------------------
Please remember the benefit Bar-B-Que Pork Dinner for Nessa
Schrank this April 9 at Marketplace on 8th. For additional information,
call Rose or Howard Wendelbo at 701-352-3496. Already several have
indicated they will be "coming home" for the event. Please make checks
payable to Trivent Financial as that organization, (Trivent Financial
for Lutherans) will also be providing additional funds for Nessa's
benefit.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
03/20/06 MONDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Horter
Implement Co. Grafton North Dakota. Phone 223
----------------------
The current temperature is 5 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 24/5
Normal H/ L temp for this date is 36/19 Most of the lawns in town
are still covered with lots of snow. This week should help get rid of
most of it. I hope.
==================================
"profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
------------------------
The annual Grafton area youth hockey banquet and raffle was a huge
success.
Not only were all the raffle tickets sold, but it appeared as
though a significant number of ticket holders turned out at Marketplace
Saturday night for the festivities.
As usual Susie and her staff at Marketplace on 8th did a fabulous
job of hosting the banquet. Everyone I talked to said the food and
service was nothing short of fantastic.
Now that this years "hockey" festivties are over. It's time to
start thinking about next year. I was pleased to share a table with
Yvette, & Jeff, John Corneillie and Steve Larson during this years
event. That, and several things during the evening provided me "food for
thought".
Hence, later that night, as I was doing some research in the
Gazette library. I got to thinking. Next year, the youth hockey board
might consider drafting the talents of someone like Steve Larson, for a
multitude of reasons. First, he would make a fantastic MC. Second he has
access to, and knowledge of, a variety of local entertaiment. "Our"
community offers a tremendous selection of entertainers that can perform
as proffesionally as any we might find anywhere in the country. Then
too, a short presentation of where the youth program was, where it is,
and where it's going would generate addition interest for the program.
It may even be able possible to talk Dan Burianek out of
retirement to play a set or two. Last years, area youth hockey, event
was a big success. This years event was significantly better. Next
years, will be even better. Or so it seems to me.
-----------------------
The Gazette mailbag received many notes about the Bozeman drug
documentary in last weeks Record. None I should add, were very favorable
toward the Records "spin" on the subject. I think everyone would agree
that drug abuse is an extremely serious issue, and, that Grafton, like
every community in the country must increase it's vigilance if there is
to be any hope to control it.
The first step in dealing with a problem is realizing there is one
to start with. The Record's article certainly went a long way towards
letting people know there is a problem. For that we might be thankful.
The old saying, "It's not so much what you say, but how you say it." I
think, could certainly apply in this case.
Anyway, Wendy shared the following thoughts. >>> Dad, I would have
to agree and infact put your comments in BOLD. I too believe that some
are so ignorant that they dont see the negative publicity they bring to
thier very business steps. I often wonder why not just cut the ropes
themselves. THEN I stopped to breathe. I guess everyone who is honest
with themselves would know that the drug problem exists EVERYWHERE. But
it is easier to point out someone else's problems then your own. NOW,
why our paper would see the benefit to our community by not only
assisting to POINT OUT our faults but by putting it right up there for
(as you would say) God and everyone to see that WE ARE THE WORST AROUND
is beyond me....PERHAPS their next story could be that of GRAFTON HAS
THE GREATEST.....and people from Florida are here doing a 20 minute film
on it. Ok I will get off your soap box now.. <<< Thanks for caring and
sharing Wendy.
+++++++++
The next one lends credence to the fact that "we" certainly do
have local issue's, and of the need to step up "our" battle in the war
on drugs. >>> Hey, finished reading the Gazette and I'll just say that
Grafton had the reputation of a "druggie town" when I was in high
school. I think if you look back in history there have been quite a few
"big?" drug busts over the years in your fair city. I think it's
possible and highly likely that could be connected with the high
population of migratory residents in the area.
Grafton is, and has been, a hub for drug distribution in the NE
part of the state. Maybe area farmers could get blamed for this because
they quit using migrant labor in the fields and they had to expand to
other areas of income? If the truth were known, those involved probably
used to supplement their "income" with illegal drugs all along. But it
isn't only Grafton, all towns have a drug problem. We have our share of
it in our town also. When 50% of the population of the state prison is
incarcerated because of drug arrests, it seems apparent what we're doing
isn't working. To throw someone in jail because they are caught with
drugs, then let them out to repeat the above doesn't seem to make much
sense. I'm not sure marijuana shouldn't be made legal. If someone wants
to grow it and smoke it in the privacy of their own home, why should
that be any business of the government? It would certainly take the
money out of the equation and eliminate the large profits that encourage
gangs and other criminals from being in the business. Education would go
a lot further than incarceration in my humble opinion. <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing. It seems to me marijuana has
taken a backseat to the seriousness of all the other "hard" drugs
available in todays "mind munching market".
-----------------------
It happens often to me, I'm pleased to see I'm not the only one
that writes something one day, then rewrites it the next. "To error
making effort, is not a sin. Sin, is in not making effort".
Anyway, Agnes sent the following. >>> Well Gary, I was at
a reunion, of sorts last night with friends and relatives and I think I
got the answer to Knotts berry farm. It wasn't that, at all. It was
Camelback Inn that was started by Graftonites, and, we thought it was
Jack Stewart that started it. Rodney Glennon was at the party and he
remembered it. We did a lot of reminiscing last night as we lived about
a block apart on Prospect years ago and the kids were about the same
age. I visited with neices and nephews, family, friends, and a good time
was had by all. Everyone says hi, take care. <<< Thanks a million Agnes,
for caring and sharing. And,.... for getting Knotts berries in the right
basket.
---------------------
Speaking of Knotts Berry Farm. Keith added the following
information to our knowledge base. >>> Gary,
WIth regards to "Agnes" question about the origin of Knotts
Berry Farm
I live about 7 miles from there, and have been an avid fan since the
50's.
It was started by Walter and Cordelia Knott, school mates who
attended Pomona H.S.. He was born & raised in California and she was
born in Bushton, Illinois and moved to California with her parents. The
only Grafton connection I can recall is when Ed Granum drove one of
their famous and now non-existant cable cars. My parents used to
spend several weeks out here every Christmas and this was one of their
favorite spots to visit. I hope this helps answer Agnes' question. -
Keith Mohagen <<< Thanks a million Keith. As you can see from her latest
note. We are all well on the way to a better understanding.
--------------------------
Actually, we received two notes from Agnes over the weekend. The
second one was addressed to the subscription dept.
She wrote: Subject: another reader.
Gary and Judy Smith would like to recieve the Gazette and I told
them I'd send her email to you. Please put them on your list. Thanks a
million Agnes and welcome Judy & Gary to the Gazette family tree. It
would be helpful for me to know I have you address correct. Please let
me know if you do.
++++++++++++
The following request from LeAnn is helping "our" Gazette
family tree turn into a forest. LeAnn wrote;
Hello.
I would like to be added to your email list for the Shivercity Gazette.
Thank you, LeAnn Thorvilson,
Fargo, ND
Grafton Class of 1990 <<< Thanks a million LeAnn and welcome to the
dribble I call babble in the Gazette. Should you, or anyone, find the
Gazette is wasting more time than you would like. Please let me know and
"pufff" you can be unsubscribed.
------------------------
Please remember the benefit Bar-B-Que Pork Dinner for Nessa
Schrank this April 9 at Marketplace on 8th. For additional information,
call Rose or Howard Wendelbo at 701-352-3496. Already several have
indicated they will be "coming home" for the event. Please make checks
payable to Trivent Financial as that organization, (Trivent Financial
for Lutherans) will also be providing additional funds for Nessa's
benefit.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write it. 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.
Saturday, March 18, 2006
March 18, 2006 - Saturday
Subject: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
03/18/06 SATURDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Campbell Tire
Supply. Our U. S. Tire Distributor. Harold Campbell, Proprietor. (July
13, 1953 WCR)
----------------------
The current temperature is 22 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 27/-7
Normal H/L temp for this date is 35/18
This will be the last winter weekend before spring. Monday
will be the first day of spring. Weather authorities have not decided
what day we will have summer on,... yet.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
Workers are installing the last of the new replacement windows on
the south side of Ekatta's second floor. That part is fact.
Rumor has it Friday there was a note on the door of Ekatta's
saying, something about being closed til they find a compass that can
tell them what direction their going. Someone else mentioned that Al and
Susan were thinking of eating breakfast in different kitchens for
awhile. Then again,..you know how rumors are in a small town. It could
be that the water closet was just plugged and they couldn't open til
Mickey poked the plug out.
----------------------
John Tweten wanted to add the following to his note from
yesterday. >>> Hey Gary
I forgot to mention. The Rift band will be playing at Polly's Cantina
and Half Day Spa March 24-25 for the mixed curling bonspiel. JT <<<
There you go John. Don't worry about forgetting things. We all suffer
from a touch of "old timers" disease.
-----------------------
Agnes sent us the following note. >>> Being it is
spring break here in Az. my granddaughter and her family were on their
way to Knottsberry Farm. I told them that it was started by a family
from Grafton but I couldn't remember the family name. Maybe your readers
would tell us the name. I don't think that name is around Grafton any
more. It was a small business years ago but is a big tourist attraction
now. Keep up the good work. Agnes <<< Thanks a million Agnes,
for caring and sharing.
I have been to Knottsberry Farm, although I never knew who started
it, and I certainly never knew they came from Grafton. I would really be
fun if someone knows the answer.
_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- PLEASE...
give the following message your every possible consideration.
There will be a benefit for Nessa Schrank April 9, 2006 between the
hours of 10:30 am & 4:00 pm at Marketplace on 8th.
Tickets for the event will be $10 a plate. A Barbecue Pork Dinner
will be served.
Proceeds from this event will go to help defray some of Nessa's
medical expenses.
Beautiful 20 year old Nessa Schrank was stricken with a disease
called Moya Moya a couple of weeks ago. The disease could require
several months of hospitalization, and several surgeries.
Rose and Howard Wendelbo, with Susie Corneillie and the
Marketplace on 8th are instrumental in organizing the event for Nessa.
I hope everyone that is able to attend will do so. I also hope
those of you that can't attend, might find to in your heart to help out
as best you can.
Please make checks payable to Trivent Financial. Supplemental
funds will also be provided by Trivent Financial for Lutherans.
Checks can be mailed to the Wendelbo residence at 1485 Griggs
Avenue, Grafton ND 58237 OR, if they should end up in the Gazette
office, we will make certain they get to the proper place, with the
proper recognition.
++++++++++
April 9th is also my birthday. One of the best birthday presents I
could ever hope for would be a gigantic turnout for Nessa's benefit.
---------------------
I have received a couple interesting comments about last weeks
mention of "our" drug issues in the Record and the Gazette. I will share
them in Mondays Gazette.
++++++++++
Tonight I will be attending the annual "hockey" function at
Marketplace on 8th. I expect there will be more people there than you
can shake a stick at, (pardon the pun) and that will be a good thing.
Another good thing, as I see it, is that we have a place like the
Marketplace on 8th to hold functions like the "hockey" banquet as well
as benefit functions like those for Nessa Schrank.
---------------------
Speaking of small towns. As I'm writing this, I am watching three
wild turkeys walk across our back yard. Even so, I may have missed them
except three neighbors called to tell us they were there.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write
it. 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.
03/18/06 SATURDAY
---------------------
Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by Campbell Tire
Supply. Our U. S. Tire Distributor. Harold Campbell, Proprietor. (July
13, 1953 WCR)
----------------------
The current temperature is 22 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 27/-7
Normal H/L temp for this date is 35/18
This will be the last winter weekend before spring. Monday
will be the first day of spring. Weather authorities have not decided
what day we will have summer on,... yet.
==================================
"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
==================================
L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
----------------------
Workers are installing the last of the new replacement windows on
the south side of Ekatta's second floor. That part is fact.
Rumor has it Friday there was a note on the door of Ekatta's
saying, something about being closed til they find a compass that can
tell them what direction their going. Someone else mentioned that Al and
Susan were thinking of eating breakfast in different kitchens for
awhile. Then again,..you know how rumors are in a small town. It could
be that the water closet was just plugged and they couldn't open til
Mickey poked the plug out.
----------------------
John Tweten wanted to add the following to his note from
yesterday. >>> Hey Gary
I forgot to mention. The Rift band will be playing at Polly's Cantina
and Half Day Spa March 24-25 for the mixed curling bonspiel. JT <<<
There you go John. Don't worry about forgetting things. We all suffer
from a touch of "old timers" disease.
-----------------------
Agnes sent us the following note. >>> Being it is
spring break here in Az. my granddaughter and her family were on their
way to Knottsberry Farm. I told them that it was started by a family
from Grafton but I couldn't remember the family name. Maybe your readers
would tell us the name. I don't think that name is around Grafton any
more. It was a small business years ago but is a big tourist attraction
now. Keep up the good work. Agnes <<< Thanks a million Agnes,
for caring and sharing.
I have been to Knottsberry Farm, although I never knew who started
it, and I certainly never knew they came from Grafton. I would really be
fun if someone knows the answer.
_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- PLEASE...
give the following message your every possible consideration.
There will be a benefit for Nessa Schrank April 9, 2006 between the
hours of 10:30 am & 4:00 pm at Marketplace on 8th.
Tickets for the event will be $10 a plate. A Barbecue Pork Dinner
will be served.
Proceeds from this event will go to help defray some of Nessa's
medical expenses.
Beautiful 20 year old Nessa Schrank was stricken with a disease
called Moya Moya a couple of weeks ago. The disease could require
several months of hospitalization, and several surgeries.
Rose and Howard Wendelbo, with Susie Corneillie and the
Marketplace on 8th are instrumental in organizing the event for Nessa.
I hope everyone that is able to attend will do so. I also hope
those of you that can't attend, might find to in your heart to help out
as best you can.
Please make checks payable to Trivent Financial. Supplemental
funds will also be provided by Trivent Financial for Lutherans.
Checks can be mailed to the Wendelbo residence at 1485 Griggs
Avenue, Grafton ND 58237 OR, if they should end up in the Gazette
office, we will make certain they get to the proper place, with the
proper recognition.
++++++++++
April 9th is also my birthday. One of the best birthday presents I
could ever hope for would be a gigantic turnout for Nessa's benefit.
---------------------
I have received a couple interesting comments about last weeks
mention of "our" drug issues in the Record and the Gazette. I will share
them in Mondays Gazette.
++++++++++
Tonight I will be attending the annual "hockey" function at
Marketplace on 8th. I expect there will be more people there than you
can shake a stick at, (pardon the pun) and that will be a good thing.
Another good thing, as I see it, is that we have a place like the
Marketplace on 8th to hold functions like the "hockey" banquet as well
as benefit functions like those for Nessa Schrank.
---------------------
Speaking of small towns. As I'm writing this, I am watching three
wild turkeys walk across our back yard. Even so, I may have missed them
except three neighbors called to tell us they were there.
==================================
GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
==================================
The Gazette works best, when the folks that read it, write
it. 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.
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