Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
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Dear Savvy Senior, Can a person in their early fifties have osteoporosis? When I fell and broke my wrist last winter the doctor that treated me told me I might have osteoporosis. Surprised Susan Dear Susan, While osteoporosis is much more common in adults over age 60, it can strike younger people too. In fact, according to the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation half of women and up to 25 percent of men in the U.S. over age 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Here’s what you should k...
This is my 900th submission. Thank you for allowing me to share some New Rockford history. From May 25 to 28, 1907, T.G. Kellington visited his family in Valley City. On the evening of Sunday, May 26, the NRHS Baccalaureate Service was held in the Methodist Church. Rev. J.R. Beebe offered a prayer, and the Methodist choir sang. After the scripture reading, the graduates sang. Rev. S.F. Beer preached the sermon. The choir sang and Rev. Beer said the Benediction. On the morning of May 27, the baby...
Reports on May 20, 1907, showed the following: The First National Bank of New Rockford, James E. Hyde, cashier, showed resources (assets) of $88,587.40, up $683.37 from the $87,904.03 of March 22. Checking accounts were $12,768.34, down $4,085.79 from the $16,854.13 of March 22. The Bank of New Rockford, Assistant Cashier P.J. Braman, had resources (assets) of $193,444.29, down $7,252.23 from the $200,696.52 of March 22. Checking accounts amounted to $82,486.43, down $1,519.96 from the...
Over the last 12 months, I’ve received more than 600 emails, text messages, phone calls and other forms of communication where people asked me a question related to trees and forests. Yes, I actually track those numbers. One of the more interesting questions came a few weeks ago and it was pretty simple. How much is a mature shelter belt worth? Oh, where to begin? The question was straightforward, but a simple response was impossible. There are too many unknowns. What resource is being protected? Soil and/or crops? A farmstead? Livestock? Is a...
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to go about writing a living will? I’m approaching age 73 and in poor health and would like to get this done without spending a lot of money. Need Help Dear Need, Preparing a living will now is a smart decision that gives you say in how you want to be treated at the end of your life. Here’s what you should know, along with some resources to help you write one. What to prepare To adequately spell out your wishes regarding your end-of-life medical treat...
On May 13, 1907, Mrs. Anna Whiteman returned from a short visit with her daughter, Mrs. M.A. Liles at Minnewaukan. Clayton Hall pulled his big steam breaking outfit to the Frank Reed farm southwest of town and would break 200 acres; the rig had 10 14-inch plows and turned almost twelve feet at a time. Dr. John G. Johns, assisted by Dr. W.M. Bartley of Sheyenne, operated on Jennie, the daughter of Academy principal L.J. and Mrs. Aldrich, for an abscess of the throat; she was recovering nicely. At...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good pill boxes and medication reminding devices? I’ve recently started taking several new prescription medications along with some vitamins I normally take and need to get a pill box that helps me organize them. What can you tell me? Almost 70 Dear Almost, Pill boxes (a.k.a. pill organizers) play an important role in keeping people healthy because they help you stay on top of your medication regimen. While there are many options, here are a few tips t...
On May 7, 1907, Otto Zehrfeld of Leipzig, Germany, arrived to visit his uncle Richard Zehrfeld on his farm east of town; he was making an around-the-world tour for a German newspaper. Rudolph Cerevenka came in from Minneapolis to work in the dry goods department of Prader & Baeder’s store. Liveryman William Rice went to Minneapolis on business; Mark Williams and L. Hutchinson went to Carrington on business. Mrs. A.H. Crawford left on a visit to her old home Elizabeth, Minn.; she returned on J...
How did your garden season go? This summer I participated in three different NDSU Home Garden Variety Trials, and planted nine tomato plants, potatoes, beans, melons, cucumber, different squashes and much more. As I start to pull out plants and clean up my garden area, I cannot help but compare this season to the previous and how it helped prepare me for this year. Now it may seem early for planning next year's garden, but while the garden season is fresh in my memory, I jotted down some notes...
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and have been trying to use a CPAP device for the past six months but can’t tolerate it. Are there any alternative treatment options you can tell me about? Sleepy Sam Dear Sam, I’m sorry to hear your CPAP mask is keeping you awake at night, but I’m happy to hear that you’re addressing your obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) problem. Left untreated, OSA is linked to daytime sleepiness and an increased risk of anxiety, diabetes, hypertens...
On April 30, 1907, Mrs. J.W. Richter and Miss Jet Richter came down from Sheyenne and visited between trains. Mrs. Bemoz returned from Fargo. F.S. Dunham returned from a short visit to the Twin Cities. James E. Hyde came back from his Cass County farm, where he had checked on the spring seeding. That evening, Mr. and Mrs. E. McLean drove down from Sheyenne and visited Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Maxwell until the next day. Also that evening, Damon’s Colored Musical Comedy Co. appeared at the Opera H...
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the easiest way to compare Medicare Part D prescription drug plans? My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the fall open enrollment to find and sign up for a cheaper plan. Shopping Around Dear Shopping, I’m happy to hear you’re comparing your Medicare coverage options this fall! Research shows that many Medicare beneficiaries with Part D coverage can lower their prescription drug costs by shopping among plans each year during the open...
On April 25, 1907, Mrs. Forbes visited her daughter Ida at Phillips Academy. Walter Immel returned from a business trip to Courtenay. P.C. Peterson came up from Barlow on business and to visit. State’s Attorney R.P. Allison returned from a business trip to Jamestown. William Coville, who had attended Phillips Academy during the winter term, came over from Sykeston to visit his friends. Miss Carrie Waters went to Sheyenne to see some friends. Miss Marie Peterson went to Manfred, N.D., to visit h...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the SSI program and what are the eligibility requirements for seniors? I’m trying to help my elderly aunt who is very low-income. Searching Niece Dear Searching, The SSI program that you’re enquiring about, which stands for Supplemental Security Income, is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly cash benefits to people that are disabled or over 65 based on financial need. Currently, around 7.5 mil...
October is breast cancer awareness month. Everyone can name someone that has been affected by breast cancer due to the fact that it affects 1 in 8 women. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cancer death in women. Starting yearly mammograms at age 40 has helped cut breast cancer deaths by more than 40%. That being said, only 10% of women receiving mammograms at CHI Carrington are between the ages of 40 and 49. This statistic is alarming. If you are 40 or over, do yourself a favor and come in to get your... Full story
On April 15, 1907, Miss Hazel Kennedy came up from Jamestown to visit. George W. Johnston boarded the southbound train, telling friends he was going to Anoka, Minn. (He wasn’t). On April 16, Verne L. Norton began work at Rodenberg & Schwoebel. Ed McLean was down from Sheyenne on business and visiting. Butcher H.H. Miller took a carload of hogs to the South St. Paul market. On April 17, Mrs. E.R. Davidson went to Jamestown to visit her mother. H.G. Hudson went to Courtenay on business. F.S. Dunha...
Eddy County Extension hosted our first Progressive Ag Safety Community Event at the 4-H Pavilion on Friday, Sept. 20 during the Steam Threshers Reunion. We had five stations where youth could learn about safety when around ATVs/UTVs, grain, lawn equipment, PTOs and farm equipment and one station where youth learned about some of the negative effects of opioid use. Safety demonstrations were provided by local volunteers and nearby Extension Agents using equipment and materials provided by the New...
Dear Savvy Senior, I recently turned 65 and would like to know if am supposed to get the pneumonia vaccine? And if so, which type of vaccine do I need and is it covered by Medicare? Relatively Healthy Dear Relatively, Yes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does indeed recommend the “pneumococcal vaccines” for pneumonia for adults age 65 and older. They’re also recommended for younger people with long-term health issues or weak immune systems, as well as children under 5 and p...
Latest U.S. smoke alarm data reinforces critical importance of Fire Prevention Week, October 6–12, 2024, and this year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” Newly released survey findings show nearly all U.S. households now have at least one smoke alarm, but 61 percent test them less often than recommended. According to the latest “Smoke Alarms in the U.S.” report from the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), working smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (60%), while the majority of civilian... 
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On April 9, 1907, a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Alva Tomlinson. George Lovell came in on business. Otho Lathrop came up from Minneapolis and remained until April 11. While in town he sold his Lamborn Avenue East residence to Mr. and Mrs. John Von Almen and family, who moved in almost immediately. Lathrop worked for the Kerr Land Co. J.M. Patch came in from Indianapolis to look after his business interests. The Phillips Academy Board of Trustees met to discuss a new $40,000 auditorium; two...
My meteorologist friends tell me that the word "normal" has very little meaning, as no year is ever really normal. Does that mean that every year is "abnormal"? I fear that the answer would take a long time and involve a deep dive into statistics. Maybe we'll just say that the 2024 growing season was weird. Or perhaps we'll call it "notable." That sounds a little more scientific. The year started out with a lot of moisture, throughout much of the region. In some places, it was so wet that...
Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to arrange a simple cremation that doesn’t cost me, or my family, a lot of money. Can you offer any tips that can help me with this? Still Kicking Dear Kicking, If you’re looking for a simple and affordable way to go, cremation is an excellent choice, and one that’s become exceedingly popular in the United States. About 60 percent of Americans are now choosing cremation over a traditional burial, versus only around 20 percent in the mid-1990s. Why the big shift? P...
The Eddy County Sunday School Association met from 2 p.m. April 2 until the evening of April 3, 1907; officers elected were Mrs. F.L. Kermott, president; Rev. J.J. Graham of Sheyenne and Mrs. S.H. Bailey, vice presidents; Charles Culp, secretary; Alice (Mrs. J.W.) Rager, treasurer; and an executive committee: H.M. Clark, Walter Priest and Mrs. A.H. Johnson [née Floy Richter]. The final session ended with the singing of “God Be with You Till We Meet Again.” On April 2, James Graham came in on b...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on choosing an appropriate walker for my elderly father? He has some balance issues along with arthritis in his hips and could use a little more help than a cane provides. Wobbly in Wisconsin Dear Wobbly, When it comes to choosing a walker, there are several styles and options to consider, but selecting the best one for your father will depend on his needs, as well as where he’ll be using it. Here are some tips that can help you choose. Types of w...
On March 28, 1907, Frank Goodrich, Ed Starks and A.J. Ford made business trips to Carrington. Asa Hylton jumped out of a car [railroad or automobile?], sprained his right ankle, and ended up on crutches for over a week. On March 28 to 30, Mrs. H.R. Campbell held her Easter Millinery Opening. The March 29, 1907, “Transcript” mentioned the “Hope Dispatch” and the “Minot Optic.” The Eddy County Board of Health – R.P. Allison, president; W.C. Dresser, vice president; Dr. Charles MacLachlan, s...
