April 10, 2008 - Thursday

Todays Gazette is brought to you with the most sincere gratitude and
appreciation of my Family and Friends.
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The current temperature is 46 degrees.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 52/26
Normal H/L temp for this date is 50/29
It was 82 degrees on this date in 1925.
Al must have missed that one for the movie too.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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It sure is wonderful to be back at my keyboard "hunting" buttons with
the proper letters on them once again. For those of you that have been
wondering what happened to the Gazette. I will "try" and explain
(Readers Digest Version) the absence of the Gazette for the past several
days. And, for those that haven't noticed it's been gone, I guess It
won't matter.
Anyway.... The Wednesday morning, before the last one, after spending
several hours researching, gathering and documenting a whole wealth of
valuable "pertinent" information. I sat down in front of my tiny little
keyboard and proceeded to build what I believed to be one of the best
Gazette's I had ever done.
I was convinced it would not only touch the hearts of many, it could
possibly even change some folks lives, or, at the very least, change the
way they read the Gazette. Then, as I almost always do. I ended that
edition with a period and,...... punched what I believed to be the
"SEND" button.
Then, while giving thanks to my Lord and Parkinsons, I suddenly
(unfortunately to late) realized I had pushed the key marked ERASE.
Then, I pushed it again, obviously, I guess, thinking, that two wrongs
just might make a right. It didn't.
For some unknown reason, while that edition of the Gazette was heading
up into cyberspace, my morale sank lower than whale manure.
THEN,.... at 3:00 the afternoon of the Tuesday that just past. My
eldest son called while I was ingesting my afternoon quota of caffeine
and asked if I would like to go with him to see Billy Lykkens Museum. Of
course I wanted to see Bills museum, and so, we did. It was wonderful,
just as I had heard so many others say. By every standard I'm aware of,
Bill's collection and the manner in which he displays it is wonderful.
THEN, I received a call from my (previously trusted) friend Suzie. She
asked if I would be willing to stop by the Marketplace and meet with
some members of the Chamber and share a few opinions I may have about
our local business community. She really "hooked me" when she added that
I might mention something about my Ohio Fox Hunting Friends.
So,.... As we were leaving Billy's museum, I looked at Bill wanting to
leave him with the best complement I could think of. I simply said.
"Bill, this would not only please Russel, it would make Vivian very
proud as well.
THEN,... As Jeff and I entered the back door of Marketplace on 8th. I
was told "suzie is waiting for you in the fountain room." So,... as I
hobbled toward the fountain room, I was still mentally formulating my
presentation.
THEN,.... as I approached the fountain room door, I hoped I wouldn't do
anything really stupid, like trip and fall, or, God forbid, forget what
I really wanted to say.
THEN,....... as I looked in the room I noticed my beautiful wife of 47
years standing there smiling at me. THEN, I noticed a whole bunch of my
family sitting there looking at me and smiling like they had just won
the lottery.
THEN,............ and, this is the part where I think it may be most
appropriate to add. "THANK GOD FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS"
And then, as I continued looking around the room, I saw a whole bunch
of my American Crystal Sugar Friends standing there waiting for me to
come in.
Those first few minutes still seem a bit blurry. However, I do remember
leaning up against the door in shock and amazement. I can only hope that
I didn't say anything at that point that might have offended anyone
there, or, any of my friends in the clergy.
Those first seconds seemed like hours. What could I say and how could I
say it, must have gone through my mind a thousand times.
There I was, standing in a room full of family and friends (my sugar
tramp friends) and all of a sudden reality set in. I wasn't at a Chamber
of Commerce meeting at all. It was a surprise party to celebrate the
anniversary of my birth.
Oh, there were local business owners there all right. Businesses owned
by members of my family,.... and, of course Suzie from Marketplace
played a significant roll in the conspiracy as well. As we ate, we
shared memories of the "old days" and things we had done.
I couldn't have dreamed of a more perfect day. How can I thank them, or
what can I say? It was then that I realized my greatest fear would
finally be answered.
Just when I started thanking everyone, for all they had done, telling
them how happy I was, on my special day. I started to blubber and all of
the right words seemed to want to come out the wrong way. The next thing
I knew both eyes started leaking and I thanked God I was sitting among
family and friends.
I really am thankful sheading tears has never made me feel bad. Since I
learned, "only real men cry", from my dad. My mom taught me the value of
Family and Friends, and to cherished our life right up to the end.
I doubt I will ever be able to repay, all those that made my special
day. Thanks a million everyone, for everything you have done.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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Thanks Danny, I owe you one,... two.


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April 1, 2008 - Tuesday

Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by The Grafton
Optimist Club.
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The current temperature is 26
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 37/26
Normal H/L temp for this date is 44/25
It was 69 degrees on this date in 1928
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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We have already observed several indications that spring is just around
the corner. Several flocks of geese have been seen,.. and, heard flying
overhead. Our local snowman population is little more than water
puddles. And, then of course, is the return of the Snowbirds. Jerry R. -
Art T. - Harlan T. - Don L. - Jim R. - Frank M. and Keith B. have
already returned to Granny's for another season of serious coffee
consumption and conversation. I expect to see Norman R. - Vic J. - Jim
J. - Don A. and Ray C. before long as well.
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I have received several notes asking how many were served at Kelly
Andrews Benefit last Friday. The number I heard was 664 dinners served.
Although that is not a official figure I believe it is pretty close,
and, I might add, a pretty impressive number as well.
I understand the bake sale, silent auction, Root Beer Float, etc, etc,
also was very successful.
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There is still a lot of Interest in Tom's 1948 flood pictures. Because
of the continued interest I am sending out Tom's original note once
more. He wrote; >>>
Hi Gary,
I've had lots of interest in the photos of the '48 flood. I have
prepared three options for your subscribers view them:
1. They can use this link
http://photoshow.comcast.net/tkutz
to see a slide show of the photos
2. They can email me at tkutz@comcast.net and I will send them a
PDF file of the booklet that can be viewed on their computers
3. They can email me at the same address and I can send them a
printed copy of the booklet. However, because of the cost of printing
and postage I will need to charge $12.50 for each booklet.
The first two options are free and will give the viewers photos of
"fair" resolution. Also, at the link site, the slide show
"Paving of Main Street" is still available for viewing.
I hope that your subscribers enjoy the slide shows. Just a
little bonus they receive with their "paid up" subscription to the
Shivercity Gazette !
Tom <<<< Thanks a million for all your hard work Tom. My little
"puter" doesn't allow me to open the files. However, my imagination
still works pretty good. Now,.. I can only imagine the flood of 1950.
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I received the following announcement from Renae and the Grafton
Optimist Club about a very important fund raising event coming up on
May, 2. >>>>>
= Subject: Optimist Outing fundraiser =
Hi Gary: I have the good fortune of being President of the
Optimist Club this year, and we are having a great time promoting and
doing fun things with our youth in the community. This year, we are
trying a new fundraiser that I hope draws at least 250 people! (ONLY
250 TICKETS ARE BEING SOLD FOR THIS EVENT.) We are having an evening of
food, fun, & music. On May 2nd beginning at 6:00 PM, we will be
hosting our First Annual OPTimist OUTing Night. For a $50.00 ticket,
you will receive the opportunity to win one of 6 prizes. 5-$100
prizes in Grafton Bucks and 1-$1,000 prize in Grafton Bucks. You also
will be able to join us at the Fair Oaks Golf Course for an evening
social from 6:00-7:00 PM, followed by a steak supper at 7:00 PM.
Along with this, there will be several games going on throughout the
evening and we have our very own, Ryan Johnston, from KXPO, who will be
our DJ for the evening. The music will start about 9:00 PM or a
little earlier. It will be a great time and a great way to give back
to our youth by buying a ticket and then enjoying some social time.
If you are interested in promoting this event for us, we will gladly get
you some tickets to sell.
Otherwise, they are free to e-mail me at
renae.fayette@agcountry.com or Andrea Johnston at the radio station at
kxpoaj@polarcomm.com. Thanks for all you do for our community.
It's always a nice break from work to read the gazette! Renae
Fayette <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Renae. And, thank you for your
kind words about the Gazette. I will be pleased to mention your very
worthwhile cause in the Gazette. And, even though I know everyone gets
"hit up" for donations from every direction. I am confident some members
of our Gazette family will see and understand the importance of our
youth and the major role The Optimist Club plays in it.
I may even suggest that those returning "Home" for Summerfest in June
will be able to use the Grafton Bucks at that time. Or, if you
absolutely can't make it home for the celebration, you could always buy
a little kid a (chocolate) ice cream cone.
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2008 World Men's Curling Championship
==== OPENING CEREMONIES ====
~~~~~~ Date: Friday, April 4 ~~~~~~~
Location: The Ralph Engelstad Arena
Featuring traditional Scottish Bagpipers.
Introduction of teams from all 12 nations.
------ Native American Dancers -------
Witness the unveiling of the official event banner and the ceremonial
first rock.
The MC for the Opening Ceremonies is Grafton businessman (The Extra End
Sports Bar) and resident John Aasand.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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Please welcome Myrna, Lisa, Cordell, Janice & Jim to the Gazette
family. Our family tree is slowly turning into a forest.


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March 31, 2008 - Monday

Todays Gazette is being brought to you by the folks at Marketplace on
8th.
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The current temperature is 35
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 39/27
Normal H/L temp for this date is 43/24
It was 80 degrees on this date in 1963.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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If someone would have told me a month ago that the former Everson
house, on the north end of Kittson Avenue, would ever get sold. I would
have thought them they are a good candidate for the loony bin.
As usual, I should have known better. The Country Realty sign in the
front lawn now say's SOLD. Once again, a "home town realty, selling our
homes in town".
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Speaking of selling around town. Harry Iverson has accepted a sales
position with C&M Ford of Hallock. As I understand it, Harry will be
C&M's new and used car salesman for Grafton and the surrounding area.
Good luck in your new venture Harry.
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I received the following note from Mayor Burianek. >>>> Todd wrote;
Gary
This should have come from me sooner, but I've been busy with law and
life things. I am so proud to be the Mayor of a town that has THREE
State Championship teams. As a politician, it's my duty to try to take
credit for things I had nothing to do with, but which occurred during my
term in office but I simply can't find a way to do that. I'll keep
working on it.
I note that as I reviewed the names of all the great student athletes
on these title winning teams, I looked long and hard to find the "bad"
kids, you know the ones who are jerks but who got to play because they
are gifted athletes. I suspect that doesn't say much about me, but I did
it. It's also true, that I could NOT FIND ONE player who met that
criteria. This isn't hyperbole, it's the truth-these players do not just
excel on the playing field/ice they excel in life and are really a great
group of young people.
------- (Todd continues)
In other news, I see that three Red River students tried
(unsuccessfully) to break into our school/arena ostensibly to remove the
State Championship Trophy from it's rightful owner. I found that strange
because of all people you would think Red River boys would know that in
order to get the job done right it takes at least SIX high school boys
to do it!!!!
Todd Burianek <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Todd. (My Webster describes
"hyperbole" as exaggeration for effect, not meant to be taken
literally.) That's for us Norwegians that didn't already know.
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Ron shared the following comments about a recent trip to the state
Capital.
He wrote. >>> Well, they did it again. The students of GHS made us
all proud in Bismarck at the State Music Conference. The Concert
Choir under the direction of Peggy Dahl-Bartunek were selected, the only
one in the State, to sing in front of all of the music instructors and
others. They were great! Another feather in the hat for the youth of
Grafton. It was a pleasure to drive them to Bismarck.
Ron Thompson <<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Ron.
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Speaking of community projects. I attended the Federated Church French
Toast and Sausage breakfast Saturday morning with my daughter Kelly and
her husband David. The food was fantastic, as I would have expected.
Actually, I was told that the sausage was one from Butch Gillespie's
recipe book. I was even more surprised to see that they had a member of
Robin Hood's Sherwood Forest band at the door to welcome us.
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Speaking of community participation. Kelly Andrew's Benefit Friday
night at the Marketplace on 8th, was nothing short of fantastic. As
everyone knows, putting such an event together requires the work and
efforts of a great many individuals. It was apparent that all those
involved on Kelly's behalf, did exactly what needed to be done to
accommodate such success.
I would, however, be remiss not to specifically mention how fantastic
Susan Corneillie, her staff and the volunteers at Marketplace on 8th
were. Although hundreds & hundreds of people participated with donations
and giving of their time and energy. Susan not only provided help in
those areas, she graciously relinquished her normal evening dinner
business, for the day as well.
As I see it, we are extremely fortunate to have a facility such as The
Marketplace on 8th. And,.. it's another major reason for everyone in the
area to support it, so that it can continue doing the valuable community
services it provides to so many, so well the whole year long.
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This coming Friday April 4 is the opening Ceremonies of the 2008 World
Men's Curling Championship's. Sundays Grand Forks Herald included a
super FAN GUIDE for the event. I read through it and found it very
informative.
Unfortunately, I was unable to find mention in it, anywhere, of the
Master of Ceremonies for the opening ceremonies of the World Class
Event.
For those that may not know. The Master of Ceremonies for the 2008
World Men's Curling Championship, opening ceremonies, is Grafton
resident, and local businessman, John Aasand.
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It sounds like there is still lots of interest in Tom Kutz's 1948 flood
photo's.
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March 28, 2008 - Friday

(early)
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Kelly Andrews' BENEFIT - TODAY
4 to 8:30 at The Marketplace on 8th.
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The current temperature is 26
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 34/21
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/22
It was 82 degrees on this date in 1946.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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Every day I receive many notes from all sorts of people, of all ages,
from all over the country. The following note comes straight from the
heart, of a beautiful young lady attending collage in the Minnesota Iron
Range Country.
Alysia Osowski wrote; >>>
Subject: RE: SHIVERCITY GAZETTE
Hi Gary and Shivercity Gazette readers. I was reading Thursday's
edition of the Gazette and when I got to the end I read this "Write if
you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they are,.....
before it's too late." I have read this many times before but today
it meant much more to me than it ever has before. I'm currently going
to school up in Ely, Minnesota at Vermilion Community College. It's a
pretty small school so you get to know quite a few of the people here
and develop some sort of a connection with many of the students. On
Friday we received news that one of our fellow classmates, Nate
Stetter, was involved in a fatal car accident while he was heading
home for Easter. This news hit everyone here at school very hard
because this young man was one of those that you could meet just once
and remember forever. He always had a great smile on his face and he
was one of those who definitely saw the glass half full. I didn't
really have the opportunity to get to know Nate very well but I realize
today that I missed out. He touched many people's lives here and will
never be forgot. Nate was one who enjoyed life and
all that life had to offer. With this being said, I ask that you
all think about the quote that Gary ends the Gazette with every day:
"Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they
are, ..... before it's too late." Life is a very fragile thing and
can be taken away from us so very quickly and unexpectedly. I just
ask that as all of you go on about your day today that you keep Nate
Stetter and his family in your prayers please. Just as a Kenny
Chesney song says, "...take every breathe God gives you for what it's
worth.", because we never know when God will decide that it's our time
to go onto the better place.
Thanks Gary for everything you do, you truely are a wonderful person.
Alysia <<<<
Thanks for caring and sharing Alysia. If somehow, in someway, just one
word I've written gives value or meaning. Then my task has received it's
just reward.
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It's doesn't surprise me that many folks remember Miss Cora Lykken with
the utmost respect. Carol shared the following thoughts. >>>> Dear
Gary:
Your tribute to Miss Cora Lykken surely made many of us think about
her. I have thought so many times that I could not have been a medical
transcriptionist for 30 years had it not been for Miss Cora. My
first memory of her was the bottom floor of the band room, I guess, in
the 7th grade. If only there were more teachers like her today. The
gettin, hittin and smokin made me laugh because being here in Tennessee,
you hear that a lot. Ha!!
Thanks for your tribute....
Carol Sterling <<< Thank you for caring and sharing Carol.
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Joanne shared her thoughts about Miss Lykken and also mentions her
appreciation to Tom Kutz for his 48 Flood Show.
Hi, Gary,
Your comments on Cora Lykken brought back so many memories. Hearing her
teach Edgar Allen Poe's "The Raven" echoes in my mind..."Quoth the
Raven, 'Nevermore' ". Three generations of my family had Cora as a
teacher: my grandfather, Jarl; my dad, Marvin; and my sister, Jeanne and
I. We were blessed by her dedication to enriching the lives of the
students that she taught.
Also special thanks to Tom Kutz for the historical slide show on the
Flood of '48!
Joanne (Pederson) Sheridan <<<<
Thanks for caring and sharing Joanne. It is very apparent that
wonderful people, the likes of Miss Lykken, are never forgotten. Aren't
memories wonderful?
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The Picture Show of the 48 Flood gave Twila reason to share the
following.
>>> Please relay onto Tom what an awesome slide show that was! Thanks
much for sharing. <<<<
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This one comes from the parents of the MC of the 2008 Men's World
Curling Championship opening ceremonies.
They wrote, >>>
Thanks so much for sending out the Gazette so regularly. It really
keeps us informed as to what is happening in Grafton. Just wanted to
tell you that we really appreciate all the time and effort you put into
doing that and also how much we enjoyed Tom Kutz's 1948 Flood
pictures. They were just great. Thanks again. Ole and Frances
Aasand <<<<
Thanks for caring and sharing your kind words of appreciation. All I do
is turn on the light in the lighthouse. That process really isn't
successful, unless it brings the ships to port.
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BENEFIT FOR KELLY ANDREWS Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Date: FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008 Marketplace on 8th, Grafton Kelly
is a 27 year old, hard working, caring, smart, and beautiful young woman
who was diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
==== Cost: $10.00 per plate ==== Serving BBQ Pork & Au
Gratin Potatoes Tickets are available in advance at Marketplace,
-- Country Smokehouse, -- Wally's, or, at the Highway Dept in the
Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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This Sat. 29th from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast &
Sausage Breakfast at the Federated Church. There simply is no better
French Toast, than Federated French Toast. Fabulous French Toast,
Fellowship and Sizzling Scrumptious Sausage. It just doesn't get any
better than that. Or so it seems to me.
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The 2008 Men's World Curling Championships at The
Ralph Engelstad Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th. Take
advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a World
Curling Event at The Ralph Engelstad Arena.
And, of course we can't forget the opening event will be MC'd by
Grafton's own John Aasand.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"If you don't tell someone, what you think. How can you expect anyone
to know?"


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March 27, 2008 - Thursday

Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in loving memory of Miss Cora
Lykken.
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The current temperature is 25
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 38/29
Normal H/L temp for this date is 40/22
It was 72 degrees on this date in 1946.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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Wednesday was a slow news day in Shivercity. While doing a little
research in the Gazette library. I got to thinking how lucky I am that I
don't have to jump over Dinosaur dung on the way to the mailbox. I
thought about how lucky I am that the glaciers that dredged out the Red
River Valley and the entire Great Lakes system melted leaving us with
some of the most fertile, best farm land in the world.
Then,.... (I must have eaten to much dinner) I got to thinking about
the person most responsible for me using "ing" on the end of words
appropriate for it's use. At one time, I remember, I did think "in" was
good enough. Gettin, hittin, smokin etc, etc, seemed so much easier to
say than getting, hitting and smoking,.... I thought. That, of course,
was before I "learned" differently from Miss Cora Lykken.
I remember Cora telling me, "Mr. Moe, you quit being so lazy. You are
supposed to pronounce these words as they are written." Now, that would
have been enough for most folks. Not for me however. Oh I did hear what
Miss Lykken had said alright, but for some reason, it wasn't til I felt
the WHACK on my hand from her ruler, that I truly understood just
exactly what she meant.
Miss Lykken was also the one that taught me to sit up straight when I
read. Again, it wasn't her, specific, common sense words that convinced
me that I would be able to remember (retain) more of what I read, that
way. NOPE, it was a very strategically placed English Text Book,....
upside my head that got the point across.
So here I am, almost fifty years later, sittING up straight, usING as
much of Miss Cora Lykken's lessons as I can remember. (and wishing I
could remember more) AND, my head and hand hardly hurts,....... any
longer.
Cora taught in Auburn from 1906 to 1910 then in Hannaford from 1910 to
1919. She taught fifth grade at Grafton Central School in 1919 and in
1920 she started teaching junior high students. (I was one of those)
Miss Lykken retired from teaching on May 31, 1960.
Miss Cora Lykken was born on May 19, 1885 and spent her entire life
giving everything she could, to everyone willING to accept it. She
passed away on Nov. 25, 1980. She was laid to rest in the Lanstad
Cemetery located on the Hans Lykken land near Auburn.
Miss Cora Lykken gave me numerous reasons to be thankful. I have often
wished I had told her so, while she was here. Somehow, I trust she can
hear me now, anyway. I certainly hope so.
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=== HAPPY BIRTHDAY --- Joshua ===
Today is the day our oldest grandson celebrates the anniversary of his
birth.
It hardly seems possible that 25 years have passed since his first
spanking.
Happy birthday Josh. We love you very much. From Grandma & Grandpa Moe
(the ones on your Mothers side.)
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Please plan to attend this special event. BENEFIT FOR KELLY
ANDREWS Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Date: FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008
Marketplace on 8th, Grafton Kelly is a 27 year old, hard working,
caring, smart, and beautiful young woman who was diagnosed with
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
==== Cost: $10.00 per plate ==== Serving BBQ Pork & Au Gratin
Potatoes Tickets are available in advance at Marketplace, --
Country Smokehouse, -- Wally's, or, at the Highway Dept in the
Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Additional donations can be sent to
Bremer Bank, Kelly Andrews Benefit Fund, 910 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND
58237 or at any Bremer Bank location. Proceeds will help defray medical
expenses.
Liz Daby: 701-352-3882
Maggie Campbell: 701-352-3735
Sharon Lipsh: 701-331-0916
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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This Sat. 29th from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast &
Sausage Breakfast at the Federated Church. There simply is no better
French Toast, than Federated French Toast. Fabulous French Toast,
Fellowship and Sizzling Scrumptious Sausage. It just doesn't get any
better than that. Or so it seems to me.
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The 2008 Men's World Curling Championships at The
Ralph Engelstad Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th. Take
advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a World
Curling Event at The Ralph Engelstad Arena.
And, of course we can't forget the opening event will be MC'd by
Grafton's own John Aasand.
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===== 1948 FLOOD PICTURES ====
Hi Gary,
I've had lots of interest in the photos of the '48 flood. I have
prepared three options for your subscribers to view them:
1. They can use this link
http://photoshow.comcast.net/tkutz
to see a slide show of the photos
2. They can email me at tkutz@comcast.net and I will send them a
PDF file of the booklet that can be viewed on their computers
3. They can email me at the same address and I can send them a
printed copy of the booklet. However, because of the cost of printing
and postage I will need to charge $12.50 for each booklet.
The first two options are free and will give the viewers photos of
"fair" resolution. Also, at the link site, the slide show
"Paving of Main Street" is still available for viewing.
I hope that your subscribers enjoy the slide shows. Just a
little bonus they receive with their "paid up" subscription to the
Shivercity Gazette !
Tom <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Tom. AND, for all your hard
work putting together this presentation. I've looked at the booklet you
sent several times and each time I notice something new. I am amazed
you're willing and able to send it out for only $12.50. That's a lot
less than Wal-Mart would do it for.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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It costs $3.25 to fill a gallon can with gas in Shivercity today.


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March 26, 2008 - Wednesday

(early)
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Todays Gazette is being brought to you, by the Grafton Christian Youth
Center and the Free Indeed Program AUCTION.
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The current temperature is 28
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 41/13
Normal H/L temp for this date is 39/21
It was 65 degrees on this date in 1911.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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I received good news from my doctor Tuesday. He told me my weight was
"just right",... for a man eight inches taller than I am. So all I have
to do is lose some weight,.... or grow a lot taller. {:-)>
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If you happen to have something - anything - you would like to turn to
cash, AND you would like to help out a very worthy project at the same
time. The next message is especially for you. Although the note was
addressed to me, I am sharing it with everyone. The note. >>>>
Gary:
My name is Rick Sunstrom and I'm the pastor of River of Life
Community Church in Grafton. I was wondering if you'd be willing to
mention the upcoming charity auction for the Grafton Christian Youth
Center and the Free Indeed Program (which is a new residential Christian
drug/alcohol addiction recovery support program that is starting in
Grafton) The auction begins at 10:00am on Saturday, March 29th at the
Centennial Center in Grafton. Donated and Consigned items can be dropped
off at the Centennial Center on Friday March 28th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The auctioneers involved (Arlyn Askim and Jerry Sunstrom) are donating
all of their commission to the charities, so even if a person doesn't
want to donate an item, they can turn something they have sitting around
the house into cash and still help charity. All they have to do is bring
the item to the Centennial Center and we'll auction it off and deduct
20% commission for items under $1000 and 10% for items over $1000. If
someone is concerned that an expensive item might sell for too little
money, they can set a minimum price with the auctioneer that they'd be
willing to sell it for. I'd appreciate any help in publicizing this
event.
Thanks, Rick <<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Rick. I'm
not sure if the folks on both coasts and the Gulf have time to get their
stuff hear. Many of the rest should have.
Then, just as important as getting stuff to auction off, is for lots of
people to show up "to buy". Or so it seems to me.
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The mention of Minto's Cafe closing gave Erick reason to share the
following. >>>
Hey Gary,
This is Erick from Combined Wireless, the Alltel Agent in Grafton,
My wife is Sarah from the Minto Cafe. We just wanted to thank you for
your kind words regarding the closing of the Minto Cafe. It was a
difficult decision to make, but we felt it was the proper time to do so
based on the local economic conditions. Times change and unfortunately
sometimes adapting to them is not financially responsible or feasible.
Raising prices further to compensate for higher costs of operations
defeats the purpose and allure of a small town establishment.
Just like myself being in business, as well as most business people in a
small town, we run into the fact that it sometimes gets difficult to
compete not with the businesses in Grand Forks, but the idea that the
selection is greater and the prices are cheaper in Grand Forks. I know
for a fact that myself and Wayne's are cheaper than or at least
competitive with Grand Forks on all cellular products and the best part
is if he doesn't have something, he sends customers to me and vice
versa. That is what small town business should be...if you can't help
yourself, help your neighbor. It will come back to help you in the long
term. I do not live in Grafton, but I do the majority of my shopping
here and in Oslo, my home town. I sometimes pay more, I sometimes pay
less, but I am here and the gas bill is cheaper the less you drive.
My hope is that with the closure of Minto Cafe, and the prospect of 3
Main Street businesses in Oslo for sale, that even more awareness and
support for local businesses comes about.
Once Again, thanks
Erick Soltvedt <<< Thank you Erick, for caring and sharing. I wish Sarah
the very best in her future ventures.
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The booklet Tom Kutz put together containing 66 pictures of the 1948
flood is starting to generate some interest.
The first paragraph of the preface says.
"In the spring of 1948, Grafton, North Dakota experienced severe
flooding as never before. Long time residents could not remember flood
waters ever reaching Main Street. Living in an area where spring
flooding was routine the residents had become complacent." A bit later
in the preface it says, the flood of 1948 was called "The Flood Of The
Century."
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Please plan to attend this special event. BENEFIT FOR KELLY
ANDREWS Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Date: FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008
Marketplace on 8th, Grafton Kelly is a 27 year old, hard working,
caring, smart, and beautiful young woman who was diagnosed with
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer on November 21, 2007. Her family includes:
Kris and Dean Molde and Mike Andrews (Parents), James & Lillian Houska
and Maxine Andrews (Grandparents) all are from Grafton.
To learn more about Kelly and her fight for a cure please visit her
CaringBridge
Website at:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellyandrews/ ==== Cost: $10.00 per plate
Serving BBQ Pork & Au Gratin Potatoes Tickets are available
in advance at Marketplace, Country Smokehouse, Wally's or at the Highway
Dept in the Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Additional donations can be sent to
Bremer Bank, Kelly Andrews Benefit Fund, 910 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND
58237 or at any Bremer Bank location. Proceeds will help defray medical
expenses.
Liz Daby: 701-352-3882
Maggie Campbell: 701-352-3735
Sharon Lipsh: 701-331-0916
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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This Sat. 29th from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast &
Sausage Breakfast at the Federated Church. There simply is no better
French Toast, than Federated French Toast. Some Norwegians say it's the
next best thing to Lutefisk.
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The 2008 Men's World Curling Championships at The Ralph Engelstad
Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th. Take advantage of this
once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a World Curling Event at The
Ralph Engelstad Arena.
Also, Bob LaBonte will be a sweeper of the first rock thrown
at the opening ceremony on Friday the 4th. I could be wrong, but I'm
guessing Bob won't be doing much jumping at this event. And of course we
can't forget the opening event will be MC'd by Grafton's own John
Aasand.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"It's been a very long time since I've heard from some of you."


Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they
are,..... before it's too late.

March 25, 2008 - Tuesday

(early)

Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by the Minto Cafe.
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The current temperature is 31
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 26/11
Normal H/L temp for this date is 38/21
The next few days are also expected to be "below" normal temperatures,
so I'm guessing they won't make Al's next movie,...... either.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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Tuesday's Gazette is going out early because I have a Dr's. appointment
the first thing in the morning. Actually, when I think about it. I feel
as strong as an ox, I eat like a pig, I sleep like a cat laying in the
sun and I'm as stubborn as a mule. Dog gone bugger heck shucks, maybe I
should be going to see a Veterinarian.
I wonder if the Kindness Animal Hospital in Grand Forks, has an
opening for a short fat Norwegian, with a limp???
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Rumor on the street is that Rick & Nann Pedersen have found a nice
retirement residence in the windy peninsula east of the Gulf. If that's
a fact, then it follows that the house on the other end of my block will
be looking for new names on the mailbox in the next month or two.
It's a great location, right across from the Centennial Center and the
high school. It would be a super place for a farmer as the property line
touches three implement dealers and automobile dealer and is just across
the street from an aerial spray applicator.
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I didn't even have the entire Gazette list sent out yet and Chuck sent
the following regarding the 48 flood. He wrote. >>>>
Would like to get a copy of Toms flood pictures. How? I still have a
big envelop of pictures from the flood that my dad had collected.
Seems like yesterday. The flood of 1950 was bigger but was handled
better because of the experience of 1948.
Chuck Stenso <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Chuck. The
booklet Tom put together also has a great picture of Stenso Motors.
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When I took todays "Weekly Source" out of the mailbox. The first thing
I noticed was large print saying the Minto Cafe will be going out of
business. Their last day will be March 28. Small towns cannot afford to
lose any business, especially one that feeds it's residents workforce.
=== The message read. ===
With much debate and a heavy heart we have made the decision to close
the Minto Cafe.
We appreciate all the support our customers have given us over the
years. Out last day open will be March 28th.
We ask that you please support all of the Minto area businesses. Once
again "Thank You" and God bless.
Sincerely, Sarah and Nancy <<<
I wish Sarah and Nancy the very best in their future endeavors, and, I
hope the Minto community will be able to find a new restauranteur very
soon.
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Please plan to attend this special event. BENEFIT FOR
KELLY ANDREWS Supported by the members of Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans - W. C. Chapter. Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Date: FRIDAY,
MARCH 28, 2008 Marketplace on 8th, Grafton
Kelly is a 27 year old, hard working, caring, smart, and beautiful
young woman who was diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer on
November 21, 2007. Her family includes: Kris and Dean Molde and Mike
Andrews (Parents), James & Lillian Houska and Maxine Andrews
(Grandparents) all are from Grafton.
To learn more about Kelly and her fight for a cure please visit her
CaringBridge
Website at:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellyandrews/ ==== Cost: $10.00 per plate
Serving BBQ Pork & Au Gratin Potatoes Tickets are available
in advance at Marketplace, Country Smokehouse, Wally's or at the Highway
Dept in the
Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Additional donations can be sent to
Bremer Bank, Kelly Andrews Benefit Fund, 910 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND
58237 or at any Bremer Bank location. Proceeds will help defray medical
expenses.
Liz Daby: 701-352-3882
Maggie Campbell: 701-352-3735
Sharon Lipsh: 701-331-0916
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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This Sat. 29th from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast &
Sausage Breakfast at the Federated Church. So besides helping out you
can get feed too. John says you don't even have to be a Frenchman to
enjoy French Toast.
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Plan to attend the 2008 Men World Curling Championships at The Ralph
Engelstad Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th. Take advantage
of this once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a World Championship
Curling Event at the Ralph.
Also, Bob LaBonte will be a sweeper of the first rock thrown at the
opening ceremony on Friday the 4th. I could be wrong, but I'm guessing
Bob won't be doing much jumping at this event. And of course we can't
forget the opening event will be MC'd by Grafton's own John Aasand.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"If your not shopping at home,... you are making someone else's home a
lot cheaper to live in." Or so it seems to me.

March 24, 2008 - Monday

Todays Gazette is being brought to you just 60 years after the flood
of 1948.
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The current temperature is 24.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 26/11
Normal H/L temp for this date is 37/20
It was 78 degrees on this date in 1978. Evidently, Al Gore must have
missed that year for the movie.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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Pat and I enjoyed Easter Sunday dinner at Marketplace, as we have for
a number of years. The food was fantastic, as always, and we had the
opportunity to visit with many friends from throughout the entire area.
The temperature didn't set any records (still no sign of global warming
in Shivercity) but the sun was shining in a clear sky with just enough
breeze to carry the smell of fresh cooked turkey all over town.
Then,... Sunday evening, we had the opportunity to experience what I
consider to be a most unique presentation of the Story of Easter, in
song and verse, with our good friends from the Mennonite Community at
Mandt.
In the past, I have described their singing as if the sky had opened
up, allowing us to hear the angels sing. P. T. Barnum might have
described it as, A World full of Magical Musicale Musicians. Their music
carries a message so much greater than the mere compilation of the
words.
As we returned home and talked about our evenings experience, we both
agreed how lucky we are, to live in such a wonderful country, and that
we have such fantastic people to share it with.
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I was also pleased to find this note from George and Diane Cox on my
computer Sunday evening. >>>
Gary, I never open my emails on Sundays. Guess the prayer requests
somehow pulled me to the computer. Michael Jensen and Kelly Andrews will
be in my prayers today. God Bless
George and Diane Cox <<< Thanks a million George
and Diane for your kind thoughts. Along with Mike and Kelly we spent
time yesterday thinking of Susan, Ione, Eleanor, Danny the Eikenberry's,
Farmer and so many more.
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George sent another message yesterday too. He wrote >>>>
Speaking of the World Curling Championship did you know that Bob
LaBonte will be a sweeper of the first rock thrown at the opening
ceremony on Friday the 4th. I'm looking forward to the opening ceremony
with Bag Pipes, introductions of flags and teams, throwing of the first
rock all open to the public at The Ralph. After that, John Aasand will
be the MC at the opening banquet, what a day to fly Grafton pride!
George Cox <<< Thanks again George. It's begining to look like the 5th
thru the 13th is going to be a truly fabulous event.
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Then,... to add even more to the glorious events of Sunday and Sunday
night. I received the following wonderful news from Christine. She
wrote. >>>
Gary, you have no idea how much I appreciate the fact you included
my request in your Gazette. I truly believe we received the news we did
yesterday because of all the prayers lifted up for my brother Michael.
We were told the surgery would leave Michael in a body brace and it
would take more than one year to recover. If the tumor wasn't benign,
they would have to close him up and work out a different plan. Doctors
were expecting to graph a portion of his hip bone to use on his spine.
Instead the outcome was better than we could have ever imagined.
Doctors removed a portion of the tumor for testing. IT WAS BENIGN!!
Thank God. They continued the procedure and were able to remove the
entire tumor and leave at least 50 percent of the bone which meant
they didn't have to graph. Instead of wearing a body brace, he was
fitted with a neck brace mostly for comfort. Recovery time is expected
to be one month. Oh, how God has blessed our family!! I want to thank
you so much and thank your readers for their prayers. It was truly a
miracle!! We started a caring bridge site. The address is
www.caringbridge.org/visit/michaeljensen Blessings to you always my
friend, sincerely, Christine Jensen <<< Thanks a million for caring and
sharing such great news Christine. Please tell Mike "Hi" from his "old"
agriculturist, and, tell him to hurry up and get out of that "dad burn
hospital".
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Todays Gazette is "sponsored" by the Flood of 1948. Tom Kutz put
together a compendium of photographs from around Grafton that were
originally taken by Gerald Freedland of the Walsh County Record, Don
Rydholm, perhaps Harold Lunde and maybe some others. The 66 photographs
document the depth of damage to homes and businesses. They also allow
the viewer a glimpse of what life was like in Grafton in the spring of
1948.
Little did residents know but only two short years to the future, to
the day, Grafton would be again covered by flood waters. Deeper than
this flood, the 1950 flood would become known as "The Flood Of The
Century".
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Tom. I have already spent a
lot of time looking thru your "booklet". And, I'm sure, I will spend
even more in the coming days. The pictures from the top of the water
tower are especially interesting.
I am forever grateful Tom, that you were willing to spend so much time,
energy, and money to put such a "booklet" together. And, especially that
you were willing to share one with me.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"Simply hold your hand out,... you'll be surprised how many people will
shake it."


Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they
are,..... before it's too late.

March 22, 2008 - Saturday

Best wishes from all of us in our house, to all of you in yours.
=== HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE ===
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The current temperature is 29
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 34/29
Normal H/L temp on this date is 37/20
It was 83 on this date in 1910. This part of the globe certainly was
warm that day.
Mother nature sent another shipment of parts to build a battalion of
snowmen.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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After sending out Fridays Gazette, I "thought" I wouldn't send out
another til Monday. Then I received the following note from Christine.
After reading it I decided I must share her message, and her request, as
soon as possible.
Christine wrote; >>> Hi Gary,
I tried to email you yesterday but I received an error. I will attempt
again. I am sitting at a computer at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. My
big brother Michael Jensen will undergo surgery today to remove a tumor
which is wrapped around his spine. The surgery is expected to take all
day long. I feel powerless and the only thing I know how to do is ask
God for help. I'm wondering if you could ask your readers to say a
prayer for my brother and his doctors. I believe in the power of prayer;
in many energies lifting their voices. I would really appreciate any
help you can give me. Blessings always, Christine Jensen <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing Christine. I know Michael personally,
and, I have enjoyed working with him in the beet business. I saddens me
to hear of his very serious medical problem.
Sunday, those of Christian faith will celebrate Easter, the
resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. I would be most grateful to those
that would include Michael in their prayers.
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Speaking of keeping folks in their prayers, remember to keep Kelly
Andrews in your prayers as well. Matt shared the following message
related to Kelly's challenges. Matt wrote; >>> Gary,
I had no idea that Kelly was sick, thank you for your Gazette. I've
known Kelly as a good friend for almost twenty years now, and I'm
shocked to hear about her adversity - she is a wonderful, beautiful
girl. As you know Gary, I have been living in North Carolina, and I
don't get too many reports from back home. This one sets me back in my
seat. Kelly, I love you so much. You have our prayers and hearts. Thanks
Gary.
-Matt Mattson <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Matt. A whole lot of people
are going to work very hard on Friday the 28th, (that's the date of
Kelly's Benefit at Marketplace on 8th) to prove to her, and the rest of
the world, how many people really care and how many people are willing
to share.
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While I was writing about the bottles, cans and paper scattered around
town, I was thinking of dad in the old Rambler station wagon, dragging
litter to the car with his cane.
To borrow a line from a famous country singer. My dad was recycling,
before recycling was really cool. Anyway, Kathee shared the following
thoughts. >>>
As soon as you mentioned the trash revealed by the melting snow, I
thought of your dad. He would be driving the old brown Grafton Floral
station wagon and start to veer off into the other lane or too close to
the curb. Then he would open his door, lean over and pick up some trash
and throw it in the back of the station wagon.
Now we have signs that tell us who has adopted a certain section of a
road to keep clean. Bill Moe adopted all of the streets of Grafton.
Just yesterday I was thinking that I should get outside and pick up the
trash in our farmyard, deposited there by the wind blowing junk out of
the back of the farm vehicles or by our dog who finds all things
valuable and carries them onto the driveway. But that trash is now under
a good 5 to 6 inches of snow. The trash will have to wait for the next
thaw.
Happy Easter.
Kathee <<< Thanks a million Kathy, for caring and sharing your memories.
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Gene and Alice cared enough to share the following. >>>
Hi Friends...Just a note to say we hope you have a wonderful
Easter. Here in the Western foothills of the Sierras it is finally
spring. There is still lots of snow on the peaks but that is good for
the farmers on the CA side. However, our trees are nice and green and
daytime temps are in the 70s again. Last week we finally got to see
some of our local attractions...the Capitol Building in Sacramento, and
the Stanford Mansion. We love to tour historical places, and have put
this off for a long time. Our granddaughter was here the week before,
and we finally got to Sutter's Fort and Coloma (where gold was first
discovered in CA) about 13 miles away from Auburn. For the first time in
about 30 years we will miss Good Friday services. Yep, both of us
have the flu. Ugh! It has hung on all week. We are hoping to be
able to go to Easter services, but that's probably all we will be able
to manage. Don't want to spread the junk around. It is the 'drain
every ounce of energy from the body so you feel like a slug' type of
flu. Also the 'cough until you turn purple' kind. I managed to
walk down to the mailbox today, and then had to crash in a chair for an
hour. Other than this, we are enjoying our time in CA, while still
looking forward to heading east in a month or so. Gene has to try out
the salmon fishing season before we go (unless they cancel it, which
they are threatening to do.) He got to go clamming on Tomales Bay
with the grandkids last Monday, and at least had one good day this
week. We now have lots of clams and plans for some chowder next
week! We are also planning some painting, fencing, planting projects
for before we leave so we will be "enjoying" the great outdoors quite a
lot. Hope you all have a wonderful and blessed Easter, and thanks for
keeping in touch. Isn't e-mail great! Gene & Alice <<< Thanks a
million for caring and sharing. I was really hoping this would be the
Easter that "someone" would be able to explain how in the world a rabbit
lays an egg without breaking it.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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Just because I didn't mention the 2008 World Men's Curling
Championship's at The Ralph April 5 thru 13. Doesn't mean I have
forgotten about it.


Write if you can, call if you can't, and, tell your loved ones they
are,..... before it's too late.

March 21, 2008 - Friday

Todays Gazette is being brought to you, in part, by The Unity Medical
Center.
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The current temperature is 28 degrees.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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THE
~~ UNITY MEDICAL CENTER ~~
====== M I S S I O N ======
The mission of Unity Medical Center is serving Grafton and its
surrounding area with a dedicated and caring staff, promoting healthcare
for the community, and serving it's needs through all stages of life.
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All the folks at the Walsh County Record are to be commended for their
efforts this week in recognizing the accomplishments of our areas youth.
This weeks edition of the Record will certainly make a worthwhile
keepsake and remembrance for future generations to read and appreciate.
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Much of the snow in town is giving way to bare pavement, brown grass,
pop, beer cans and enough water bottles to fill the Riverside Swimming
Pool in Grand Forks.
I'm not sure if we were gone last winter, or, if I just didn't pay
close enough attention. However, I certainly do not remember the snow
storm that dropped all the trash I see,.. as the snow melts.
I did take a quick drive over the Park River north of town Thursday
afternoon. So far, the river appears to be almost the same level as it
has been all winter.
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The "old" American Legion Club facilities south of the Post Office on
Griggs Avenue was a destination facilities for a number of reasons. I'm
sure, even though that building was a reasonably good sized one. The
memories created there would more than fill it from floor to ceiling.
Like the memories it brings back for Al Berry
He wrote. >>>
Hi Gary,
The mention of the old Legion club brings back memories of my
Grandma, Cecilia Sass who also worked there for a number of years, most
of them before I was ever around. When I was growing up, Grandma was
very close friends with Gladys, Sarah, and Dorothy and I remember when
those girls would get together and laugh and visit and reminisce about
old times and talk about the good times they had at the Legion. I
remember overhearing a few of their visits and thinking that it must
have been an awfully fun place to work. I still run into Sarah every now
and then, and she looks as young as ever and always reminds me of how
she worked with my Grandma at the Legion. Anyway, thanks for the great
work Gary, keep it up.
Sincerely,
Al Berry <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Al. I have always found the
"old" Legion building somewhat unique in that it actually didn't have a
"ground level" floor. You either had to go down stairs to the restaurant
and bar, or, you had to go upstairs to Dance and partake in the juice
that can make folks do silly things.
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Plan to attend the 2008 Men World Curling Championships at The Ralph
Engelstad Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th.
Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a
World Championship Curling Event at the Ralph.
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This Sat. 29th from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast & Sausage
Breakfast at the Federated Church. So besides helping out you can get
feed too.
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Please plan to attend this special event.
BENEFIT FOR KELLY ANDREWS Supported by the members of Thrivent
Financial for Lutherans - W. C. Chapter. Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Date: FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008
Marketplace on 8th, Grafton
Kelly is a 27 year old, hard working, caring, smart, and beautiful
young woman who was diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer on
November 21, 2007. Her family includes: Kris and Dean Molde and Mike
Andrews (Parents), James & Lillian Houska and Maxine Andrews
(Grandparents) all are from Grafton.
To learn more about Kelly and her fight for a cure please visit her
CaringBridge
Website at:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellyandrews/ ==== Cost: $10.00 per plate
Serving BBQ Pork & Au Gratin Potatoes Tickets are available
in advance at Marketplace, Country Smokehouse, Wally's or at the Highway
Dept in the
Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Additional donations can be sent to
Bremer Bank, Kelly Andrews Benefit Fund, 910 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND
58237 or at any Bremer Bank location. Proceeds will help defray medical
expenses.
Liz Daby: 701-352-3882
Maggie Campbell: 701-352-3735
Sharon Lipsh: 701-331-0916
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"Care enough, to share enough, to make a difference in your world."
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.

March 20, 2008 - Thursday

Todays Gazette is brought to you, this first day of spring of 2008.
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The current temperature is 15
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 34/20
Normal H/L temp for this date is 36/19
It was 59 degrees on this date in 1946.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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After three days of above normal temperatures, there isn't a snowman
left anywhere with a smile big enough to melt the heart of a school
girl.
Much of the snow from our yard is already well on it's way to Hudsons
Bay.
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If a small town is to have any hope of long term viability. It must
have a sucessful hospital and medical staff.
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It's really hard to believe that Easter is only a few days away.
Although Easter traditionally isn't as large a "floral" holiday as
Mothers Day is. It has always been one of Grafton Floral's, "busy enough
for Benny Molde to deliver flowers", busy holidays.
As long as there are holidays, and, as long as I am around to enjoy
them. I will never forgot all the wonderful people that made working
those long hours so enjoyable.
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Speaking of Easter, wonderful people and mountain tops. Dianne sent the
following note. >>>
Hi Gary and Pat.
First of all I want to wish you a very HAPPY EASTER and keep the
Gazette coming. We enjoy it as much as if it started today. Thanks.
I also want to have you say a prayer for my mother as March 20th is
my MOMS birthday. She would have been 87. She was a wonderful MOM, and
we all miss her VERY MUCH. Dianne <<<<
Thanks a million Dianne, for helping all of remember the anniversary
of Mildreds Birth. She truly was a very special lady, married to a
special man. And, together, they raised a fantastic family.
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Dianne also wants to share the following update on Mt. St. Helens from
her Uncle Johnny Burns.
Subject: Mount St. Helens
On February 21st 2008, scientists monitoring Mt. St. Helens strained
to get a pulse from the mountain. Many tries since have resulted in no
pulse. During this time we had a couple of clear days and geologists
were around the mountain. They had stopped going into the crater
because of hazardous conditions, risks, and much snow. From GPS
instruments it was determined that no new growth existed on the dome
although its top was still hot. New warning levels dropped the alert
level from watch to advisory.
{on a scale of 1 to 4 this would be 3. 1 being the highest alert}. The
Aviation alert
went from orange {one step below imminent eruption} to yellow. The
off-limits of Mount St Helens remains. Much snow in the cascades. Mt
Hood Meadows reporting over 500 inches. At Mt St Helens, a report in
December was 8 feet of snow at the 2700 foot level. No report
since. No predictions but this advisory: Stay tuned.
Uncle Johnny. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Johnny. By
way of reciprocation, I should tell you I had coffee this morning at
Wally's with Gene and Suzanne. I showed Suzanne a copy of a Souvenir
Grafton Parade Band brochure (I believe) from 1956. It includes a
picture of the five La Berge's. The five Anderson brothers, that
together accounted for over 122 years of band experience and a map of
the US showing most of the trips the band had made up to that time. The
pamphlet also features a picture of the Majorettes on that date. Barbara
Lykken was the youngest of the group and the oldest one.... was just a
little older. Of course the folder also included a complete list of the
band members, during that time frame.
Joe, in his infinite wisdom, called the brochure a "souvenir of the
Grafton Parade Band". There is little doubt in my mind it was, and is.
One, I'm certain, many children or grandchildren of those band members
would be very pleased to have as a remembrance. And, to a certain
extent, that just might become possible.
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Plan to attend the 2008 Men World Curling Championships at The Ralph
Engelstad Arena on Grand Forks April 5 thru 13th.
Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to watch a World
Curling Event at the Ralph.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY - TOM WATKINS
Today is the day that Tom Watkins celebrates the anniversary of his
birth. Over the years I have watched Tom grow from a young lad with red
hair and freckled skin, to a successful businessman who's hair has been
replaced by a suntanned surface the color of caucasian. His skin, for
the most part, has lost possession of it's freckles in favor of "mature"
wrinkles and crows feet.
Besides being a significant member of the nations leading Subaru
Dealership in Monument. Tom heads up a very successful annual golf
tournament for the benefit of worthy causes in his are.
To that end, Tom would like to share the following information.
Subject: 5th Annual Oil Can Open
Dear Friends,
I am pleased to announce our upcoming 5th Annual Oil Can Open golf
tournament. This years tournament will be held at the beautiful Club
at Flying Horse in Colorado Springs, Colorado on May 19th.
Many thanks to everyone for your support last year, together we
raised over $16000 for Lewis-Palmer High School. What a great
success! This years tournament's proceeds will benefit Tri-Lakes
Cares in Monument.
With a scramble format and Flying Horse promising to be in great
shape it should be another great day of golf, food, and fun. If you
cannot attend please consider a donation or hole sponsorship to benefit
Tri-Lakes Cares.
== What: 5th Annual Oil Can Open ==
~~ When: Monday, May 19th ~~
- - Where: Club at Flying Horse - -
~~ Colorado Springs, Colorado ~~
Time: 9:00 am Shotgun Start
Format: Team Scramble
Fee: $125.00 per player. Hole Sponsorships
$100.00
Please send player/team information and payment to: Tom Watkins
250 Wild Duck Lane
Monument, Colorado 80132
Make checks payable to : Tom Watkins (memo: Tri-Lakes
Cares)
I hope you will join me on the 19th.
Tom <<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Tom, and, thank you so much for
everything you do for so many others.
"To many folks think when they're done working at the end of the day,
they are done working." Fortunately, when folks like Tom Watkins get
done working at the end of the day,... they're just beginning to work
for the benefit of others.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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~~~ REMEMBER: ~~~
Each of us is a vital thread in another person's tapestry;
Our lives are woven together for a reason.
One of the best things to hold onto in this world is a friend.


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are,..... before it's too late.

March 19, 2008 - Wednesday

Todays Gazette is brought to you, in spite of Obama's ministers radical
views.
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The current temperature is 26
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 43/29
Normal H/L temp for this date is 36/19
It was 69 degrees on this date in 1910.
All the while Al Gore is telling us to save energy, he's hording all
the carbon credits he can. So he can justify owning his large gaggle of
mansions across the country.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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Today I noticed a "scooter" parked in front of Polly's. I can't be
sure, but I'm guessing it doesn't belong to John Tweten. Within minutes
I also noticed a full blown motorcycle going down main street. That one
wasn't Twetens either. However, it certainly was another sign spring is
just around the corner.
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Wendy shared the following comments about the past weekends skating
event at the Centennial Center. She wrote. >>>>
Hi dad, just a quick note on this year's skating show. I have attended
many in the past but this was my first as a "nana" of a young skater.
Great job by everyone involved and Kylie's Great Great Uncle A.K. set up
a stand for supporters to purchase flowers and/or stuffed animals to
present the skaters...WHICH OF COURSE we did. All in all Kylie ended up
with close to a dozen flowers and a cute little bear. She was thrilled.
Jeff and I laughed as she spotted us and threw us a little smirk
followed by a wave. It is truly fun to be from a small town with huge
hearts and great ideas..... <<<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing
"nana".
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So far the only word I have on Saturday nights Mega Raffle is a
question. Michelle wrote, >>> Gary,
Just inquiring who some of the big ticket blue line winners were?
Michelle <<< I'm really sorry I don't have a list of the winners
Michelle. Maybe it will be in this weeks Record.
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The mention of the "old" Legion club Monday gave Kelly reason to share
the following. Kelly wrote, >>>> Hi Dad.
I must be getting up there as the old Legion really brings back
memories to me also. It was my first job there, as a bus "girl" and
dish washer. I didn't have anywhere near the longevity of Gladys,
Sarah or Dorothy but I do remember working with them very well. They
were wonderful ladies to work with and I learned a lot from them. I
think of that era of my life every time Dorothy comes into the Country
Smokehouse.
Aren't memories wonderful?
Love you, Kelly <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Kelly.
It sure would be interesting to see a list of all the wonderful people
that worked at the "old" Legion Club.
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Bert sent this about the "old" Legion plus some clarification. He
wrote. >>> Gary, I hope you realize I was not forgetting the cost of
lives, blood and sorrow when I described the financial cot of war. I
was just thinking when I read the part about the Legion club when it was
just south of the post office about old times.
Do they still have the dances at Minto, Park River, Lankin and
Mountain etc. like they used to have? I remember how after the
dances we all gathered at the "East Curb" afterward eating the most
delicious cheeseburgers ever made, summer and winter.
Is there anything like that now in the area? Bert <<<
I suspect the answer regarding the dances, is yes, most small towns
still hold dances "sometimes". Although I'm almost certain they're not
like they used to be. As for a place to go for a fantastic burger
(especially a Monster Burger) the best drive inn (curb service) around,
is The Westside Drive Inn. You have to get there early though, because
they close before most dances are over.
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There probably are more pro's and con's to the discussion of war and
peace and military service than there are people. Here is just one more
thought to be added to those discussions. >>>
Morning Gary
Just read the morning Gazette.
Interesting article about the war.
You have to remember also, the troops over there are all volunteer. They
don't have to be there. They chose their profession the same as a
policeman, fireman, doctor or whatever.
Cousin Lynus <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Lynus.
Somehow your comments reminded me of the time I worked for the city of
Grafton. As I was crawling down into a sewer manhole to clean it out. I
remember, vividly, looking up and hearing Elmer Sondeland say. And you
actually asked for this job?
Less than a week later, I was dumping a trash barrel into the city
garbage truck when Willy Johnson asked me. What in the heck did you ever
want this job for?
Now that I really think about it. There probably is a difference
between volunteering for the armed services and working for the city
sewer department. You don't have to take quite so much "poop" (I cleaned
that up for the kids and clergy in the group) from the folks in the
army.
Funny isn't it, how one thing reminds us of another.
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ADDITIONAL CURLING NEWS and stuff.
As submitted by John Aasand.
Gary,
With all the news of the Spoilers basketball victory and the
anticipation of you winning the Harley I decided to wait to report to
you and your readers about the Brier. Winnipeg had over 160000 fans for
10 Days so it was a huge success. Alberta went undefeated to
become Canada's representative at the worlds in Grand Forks. If I'm not
mistaken Kevin Martin of Alberta is the skip who played against our
Grafton boys at the Junior
World in Victoria BC. That team consisted of Darin Holt, Darin Kress,
Brett Davis, and Duane McGregor.
I guess time fly's even in the curling world. I talked to a lot of
people who are coming to the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks for
the World Mens Championships.
The people in Grand Forks were doing a great job of PR. I would be
wonderful if The Ralph could help out some more as obviously they have a
larger web to help with the promotion.
It's not every day you get to see the Chinese and Australians curl, so
it should make for a great 10 days.
It's just a rumor but Vessel Ville seems to be getting a group
together to cheer on the Cheek (SP) Republic.
The opening ceremonies are at 6pm Friday. If you enjoy the sound of
"Bagpipes" you will really be impressed with the Canadian Bagpipers
presentation at this event.
~~~ Speaking of special things coming up. The weekend of March 28-29 is
the benefit for Kelly Andrews at Market Place. That's on Friday from 4
to 8:30. All you have to bring is money, that makes everything real
easy.
~~~ On Sat. from 7am to 2pm is the Annual French Toast Breakfast at
the Federated Church. So besides helping
out you can get feed too.
(I still can't believe Gunner shot those geese.)
Remember the benefits and the world championships April 5th thru the
13th. John Olaf the 12 <<<< Thanks a million John, for the
super update and for reminding us of some very important upcoming
events.
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Please welcome Marilyn Johnson, Pat & Wes Sabourin and Carol
(Hopperstad) Sterling to the Gazette family.
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GOTTA GO WORK ON MY DASH
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"The best way to let people know what you think...... is to tell them."
Or so it seems to me.


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March 18, 2008 - Tuesday

Todays Gazette is brought to you by,... the eventual welcome coming of
spring.
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The current temperature is 34
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 36/28
Normal H/L temp for this date is 35/18
It was 83 degrees on this day in 1910.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible,"
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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If, in fact, the white pickup with large green strips on the side is
any indication. It certainly appears possible that we now have a member
of the US Border Patrol living in town.
There doesn't seem to be any connection between the profession of our
newest community resident and ramifications of the message from the
pulpit of Sen Barrack Obama's mentor, Reverend Wright.
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I mentioned Bill Meier the other day and that gave Diann Bratlie reason
to share the following thoughts. She wrote: >>>>
Hi, Gary.
You mentioned Bill Meier in a recent Gazette. I never knew Bill, but
when I first came to Grafton to work, the Social Service gang often ate
at the old Legion and they served a Meier's Special. My understanding
was that it was a healthy lunch for him as he had some medical condition
and he needed to eat properly. It consisted of a small steak, a scoop of
cottage cheese and a vegetable all for the outrageous price of ninety
cents. That was in 1965. I also remember how we all were upset when it
went to $1.25. <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Diann. Whenever someone
mentions the "old" Legion. When it was south of the Post office on
Griggs Avenue. I am reminded of the Saint and Sinner special. That
consisted of a full (although small) lobster and a steak, choice of
potato, vegetable and salad all for $4.95. AND, almost always, I hasten
to add, served by Gladys Watkins, Sarah Wosick or Dorothy Shereck. All
three ladies, everyone would agree, were exceptionally proficient in
there profession.
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Kathee shared a website so everyone could listen to the state tourney.
Although I understand a few did have some problem hooking up with it,
Joanne evidently didn't have any trouble.
She wrote; >>>>>
Hi, Gary,
Special thanks to Kathee Carlson for her "heads-up" on the broadcast
of the Class B Basketball Championship on the Internet. I was able to
listen to the play-by-play here in Wisconsin. Having attended the
championship game in 1964, I was thrilled with the Spoiler victory. It
brought back so many memories! Congratulations to the Spoilers!!
Joanne <<<< Thanks a million Joanne, It's always great to hear some of
the "stuff" we share has value.
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Speaking of value. I'm sure almost everyone as heard somewhere about
the fantastic costs involved with "the war". It seems especially easy
for some politicians to say that the War is costing us billions, even
trillions of dollars.
Bert takes a somewhat different view of those costs. He wrote. >>>>
Subject: The cost of the war---deceiving the people.
Obama, Clinton and others use the cost of the Iraq war falsely when
they say how much it is costing the taxpayer. They want us to believe
that when we lose a $22,000,000.00 armed Apache helicopter $22M was
lost and that could not be further from the truth. All we really gave
up was what you could get for the junk left over from a scrap metal
dealer and that, if estimated high, would be maybe $1000.00.
So where is the other $21,999,999.00? It was all spent right here
in the US for everyone and everything it took to build the chopper.
The people that designed and built the electronics, designed the
chopper, mined and processed the metals and trucked all the parts to
be assembled. and those who put it all together.
These people then spent the money for homes, food, cars, health,
schools and those that benefited from their spending passed it on again
to the farmers, teachers, car manufacturers and their laborers etc. and
on again from there. Blow off a $15,000,000.00 cruise missal and the
actual loss to the taxpayer would be maybe $100.00 for the junk. The
Chopper and the missile had a combined actual loss of $1100.00--NOT
$37M as they would have you to believe.
As for the troops, they are paid if they are home or in Iraq. I
talked yesterday to a Marine who finished his 3rd tour in Iraq and he
said the only money he spent there was on base, enough to get in some
personal items and enough for an occasional card game. All the rest was
deposited in the US for his house, car payment and family expenses.
He never spent 2 cents into the Iraq economy.
I will be the first to say War is pure hell if you are personally
caught up in it in any way. But like it or not it is a boom for the
economy with it's one ended spending. Before WWII, Korea, Vietnam our
economy was in trouble--- But not afterwards. We have economy problems
now caused by the stupid decision not to use our own oil. But like it or
not the mideast problems have kept the economy going as well as it
has with all the finance it keeps turning over and lets it work it's
way through the various levels.
What a blessing it would be to have honest straight talking
politicians. Or maybe they are to ignorant to truly understand how the
economy works. This was brought to my attention during the Vietnam war
when I was attending the General Motors Institute of technology
classes in Flint Michigan doing studies on the economy for GM
executives in 1969.
Bert A. Overland <<<<
Thanks a million for caring and sharing Bert. I do agree that much of
the money for the material costs of the war actually do end up here.
Unfortunately our dead and maimed soldiers return home too. In fact they
have given much more than mere money. Or so it seems to me.
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"If it isn't said, it isn't heard."
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March 17, 2008 - Monday

Todays Gazette is brought to you by, the winners of the 2008 Boys Class
B State High School Basketball Championship.
== C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ==
---- Grafton High School Spoilers ----
You make our little community proud.
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The current temperature is 34.
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 34/3
Normal H/L temp for this date is 34/18
It was 65 degrees on this date in 1938.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L new & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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Well, they did it. The boys brought another championship trophy home
for the trophy case.
Although the championship game was won on Saturday night - we have the
trophy to prove it. The team that won the tournament goes back many
months, or several years before Saturday nights event. It's also a fact
that several of the boys on the team were credited with accumulating the
53 points represented in the final score.
However, another fact, just as important, is the members of the team
that didn't get quite so much, or any, "on floor" recognition. They're
the members of the team often referred to as "Grafton's depth".
Sometimes it's easy to get tied up in the moment. When pictures and
interviews are taken after the final buzzer.
I have the front page complimentary picture of the Spoilers, provided
by The Forum and Gate City Bank. That picture shows 17 members of the
Grafton Spoiler Basketball Team. 12 members wearing numbered jersey's
with Spoilers written across them, Julia Lunday; Statistician, 3
assistant coaches and the Head Coach. Together, it was that group of
dedicated individuals, and the fans. that brought home the Championship
trophy.
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Last week I wrote about a couple of young musicians and a grandpa
playing for the folks at Sunset. I am pleased to share the "grandpa's"
note about that event. Danny wrote. >>>>
Gary,
We had a great time entertaining the residents at the Sunset
Home Thursday afternoon. They really do enjoy old time music,
especially when played by a couple of young guys like Josh and Ryan.
All they wanted to know about me, and, it was Father Lommel that asked,
was who the old gray haired guy was that is playing the piano.
And, to think at one time my nickname was Red. As far as the revival
of "Danny and the Radiators" - that was short lived. One night we played
at a wedding dance and that name was suggested. Who else other John
Aasand would come up with a name like that? I guess he thought we
should have a more upbeat name than the Dan Burianek Band.
Speaking of bands, does anybody remember the DJ Band from Minto, and the
reason they went by that name? How about the Al Neva Band from Minto, or
the Rythm Barons from Grafton? That's just to name a few bands I played
with.
Thanks Gary, Dan. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Dan. We
seem to spend a lot of time and energy speaking of, and writing about
local athletes and their sporting events. It's high time we start
showing the same amount of interest in the other facets of academia as
well.
Or so it seems to me.
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I received the following note from Cindy on Saturday. >>>> Gary,
We had a big scare this week when my daughter was hit by a semi in
Columbus Ohio on the eway. The driver did not see her in his "blind
spot". He sent her spinning past four lane of traffic hitting the median
wall. He said he thought he ran over something, until he saw her flying
across the lanes of traffic. My daughter got knocked out and had no idea
what happened until she woke up going the wrong way down the highway
with people flying by her. NO ONE else stopped but the trucker. She
called 911 herself! The great news is that she basically is alright.
My point is the poor trucker made a mistake, but did the right thing by
stopping. He admitted he was wrong and had insurance, which I have
learned alot of truckers don't these days. My daughter has received TONS
of calls and letters from so called attorneys wanting her business to
file suit against this young man for hitting her. How ridiculous is
this? How about all the people that flew by her and didn't stop to help?
Yes he hit her, it was an ACCIDENT. And I thank God she wasn't seriously
hurt. She lost a car, not her life. He did all he could. Give this young
26 year old responsible man a break! These lawyers and chiropractors and
medical centers and massage places and all these other places need to
find other people to call in there free time. Maybe a homeless shelter.
Not out to make a free buck on this young man.
Where is this mans' justice? There I have said my peace.
Thanks for caring and sharing.
Cindy <<<
Thank you for caring and sharing Cindy. I am very pleased your daughter
will be fine. I tried to come up with a "profound statement" regarding
Cindy's message, and kept returning to, "the world would be a better
place, if we all lived in it like Cindy does."
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Speaking of the world being a better place. If you can, please
remember. The BENEFIT FOR KELLY ANDREWS Supported by the members
of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans - W. C. Chapter.
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Date: FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008
Marketplace on 8th, Grafton
Kelly is a 27 year old, hard working, caring, smart, and beautiful
young woman who was diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer on
November 21, 2007. Her family includes: Kris and Dean Molde and Mike
Andrews (Parents), James & Lillian Houska and Maxine Andrews
(Grandparents) all are from Grafton.
To learn more about Kelly and her fight for a cure please visit her
CaringBridge
Website at:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellyandrews/ ==== Cost: $10.00 per plate
====
Serving BBQ Pork & Au Gratin Potatoes Tickets are available
in advance at Marketplace, Country Smokehouse, Wally's or at the Highway
Dept in the
Courthouse.
Bake sale, Rootbeer floats, a silent auction of numerous Items and
sports memorabilia, AND MUCH MORE...
Additional donations can be sent to
Bremer Bank, Kelly Andrews Benefit Fund, 910 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND
58237 or at any Bremer Bank location. Proceeds will help defray medical
expenses.
Liz Daby: 701-352-3882
Maggie Campbell: 701-352-3735
Sharon Lipsh: 701-331-0916
Any expression of kindness and consideration will be greatly
appreciated.
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2008 MEN'S WORLD CURLING CHAMPIONSHIPS, April 5 thru 13 at The Ralph
Engelstad Arena, Grand Forks.
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"When you get to thinking you have it tough, just take a look around
you."


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March 15, 2008 - Saturday

Todays Gazette is brought to you by the Grafton High School Spoilers,
on the way to the North Dakota State Class "B" High School Basketball
Championship game.
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The current temperature is 12
Yesterdays H/L temperature was 38/30
Normal H/L temp for this date is 33/17
It was 59 degrees on this date in 1927 Don't tell Al, because he might
have to "re-edit" his latest movie.
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"Profanity makes ignorance audible."
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L O C A L news & stuff,.. mostly stuff.
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The Grafton Spoilers win over the seasons only undefeated team, Watford
City, 61 to 47 means "we" will square off against the Turtle Lake-Mercer
team at 6:00 Saturday night. Fridays win means Grafton will go into the
championship game with a 22 game winning streak.
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The mention of Harold K. Johnson in the Gazette gave Lowell reason for
the following comments. >>>>
Gary:
Your correspondent who reminds us of General Harold K.
Johnson is quite correct in that he should be remembered by us all - as
should all of the veterans of all wars and conflicts, including the one
totally mislabelled as a "police action", a despicable term, especially
in view of its costs. At 6:00 AM, research is not my bag, but I seem to
recall that the KIA (killed in action) figures for Korea in 3 years
either almost equalled or exceeded those of the years in Vietnam.
From a personal view, when LBJ reached down to select HKJ to
be Chief of Staff, there were a number of generals senior to him (70+
?). I was serving in Seoul at 8th Army HQ's under two of them, General
Hamilton H. Howze & Lt. Gen Theodore Conway. The ego of "Triple H" was
such that the main duty of his Colonel Aide seemed to be the function of
preceding "H" in HQ, shouting "Clear the Halls" whenever the exalted one
was entering or leaving the HQ. In the immediate backwash of HKJ, there
were a # of us who might have chosen to "delay" any required visits to
HQ. <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing. And, for allowing us
another view, "of the way things were."
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I often receive notes from former Graftonites expressing their
frustrations with their inability to do something for "the Old Home
Town." Many said, if they lived closer they would like to do
"something" for community they grew up in.
Then,... I was sitting in the Gazette library (researching) the other
day and suddenly realized. Many former Graftonites already have done
much to help the "Old Home Town."
Over the past several years hundreds of members of the Gazette family
have donated significant amounts of money to benefit a whole variety of
community causes. From the Grafton Volunteer Firefighters to Unity
Hospital. For individual benefits to help defray their medical expenses,
and the fund raiser for the Grafton Youth Hockey Program.
Tonight I will be attending Grafton's Annual Youth Hockey Benefit
program at the Marketplace on 8th. I will expect to see many of the same
folks there this year as I have seen in the past. Many of them, if not
most of them, have given not only their financial support, but also a
significant amount of their time and energy as well.
I will thank as many of those folks, as I am physically able to, for
doing what they do for the youth of our community and area youth.
However, I will be very well aware, that even though all of those folks
are working their hearts out. It is the help and interest of the folks
from other zip codes, that puts our community projects, "over the top".
For that I extend my most sincere and heartfelt thanks to all the folks
right here at home. And, thanks a million to all of you that might have
wished you could have been here to help bring your favorite project
along.
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Tonight (Saturday) will be a busy one. Obviously, many will be in Fargo
for the State "B" High School Basketball Tournament. I'm sure there will
be a bunch at Marketplace on 8th for the MEGA RAFFLE for Youth Hockey
(while watching the game on big screen TV at the same time) and another
contingent will be out at the Centennial Center for the Skatin' Up
Country - Figure Skating Show--- THIS WEEKEND! Adults $6.00 / Students
$4.00--- Centennial Center Saturday - March 15th at 7:00pm / Sunday,
March 16th at 1:00pm Country Songs... Country Theme... Concessions will
be available! Approximately 100 kids from our area will be taking part-
ages ranging from 3yrs - 18 yrs!.
AND,... then of course we can't forget the activities going on at the
curling club. Grafton is hosting the state high school speil this
weekend, there are 12 boys teams and 6 girls teams participating. If
anyone is looking for some great curling entertainment, this would be a
great weekend for it. I think Grafton has 3 teams, maybe even more,
entered.......
AND,... that doesn't include various other "Legal" entertainment
presentations in establishments open til 2:00am for the adult crowd.
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Speaking of liquor. Here's an interesting factoid for you. >>>
Subject: WALKING AND BEER:
A recent study found the average American walks about 900 miles per
year.
Another study found Americans drink, on average, 22 gallons of beer
a
year.
That means, on average, Americans get about 41 miles to the gallon.
Kind of makes you proud to be an American. Right?
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For you folks in the southern zip codes who are interested in Saturday
nights Championship Basketball game. Kathee sent the following; >>>
For those of us who cannot pick up the televised version of the North
Dakota Class B Basketball Tournament, there is a live audio feed that
can be found at www.classbbasketball.com I am hoping to be next to my
computer tomorrow night to cheer on the Spoilers in the championship
game. Kathee Carlson <<< Thanks a million for caring and sharing Kathee.
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