Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 1887
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve heard that people with heart problems need to be extra careful during the winter months because heart attacks are much more common. What can you tell me about this? AFib Alan Dear Alan, Everyone knows winter is cold and flu season, but many don’t know that it’s also the prime season for heart attacks too, especially if you already have a heart condition or have suffered a previous heart attack. Here’s what you should know, along with some tips to help you protect yourself...
On June 26, 1907, Miss Mae O’Connell returned from the Eden district northeast of Hamberg, where she had taught school, and would spend the summer at her New Rockford home. Miss Edith Campbell went to Minnewaukan to help her mother in her confectionary there. Mrs. Maurice A. Liles left for her home at Minnewaukan after a week’s visit with relatives and friends. Mrs. H.G. Hudson went to Grand Forks to represent the Ionic Chapter #39 at the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Eastern Star. On Jun...
There is officially snow on the ground … wait, now its melting … oh, just kidding, its back! Winter is finally in full swing, and we are working on getting the ice rink up and running but it has been a little tough with the fluctuating weather. Hopefully we will be able to open soon, so be on the lookout on Facebook to see when we are up and running. Speaking of the ice rink, this winter we want to try something a little bit different – I call it “Midnight Skate.” There will only be two nights of midnight skating – on Christmas Eve and New Yea...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can my kids inherit my debt after I die? I have taken on a lot of credit card debt over the past 10 years or so, and I’m worried that my son and daughter will get stuck with it when I die. Indebted Senior Dear Indebted, In most cases when a person with debt dies, it’s their estate, not their kids, that is legally responsible. Here’s what you should know. Debt After Death When you die, your estate – which consists of the stuff you own while you’re alive (property, investments a...
On June 19, 1907, a meeting of Eddy County school officers was held in the court house. The Tiffany district had all its officers present (three directors, the clerk and the treasurer), the Rockford district had four members present, and the Smith district had three. Every other district had one or two, except Sheyenne and Anderson (the most remote from New Rockford). The meeting opened with a prayer by Rev. S.F. Beer and an address by County Superintendent Ellen Mattson. Mr. Simpson of Forman,...
Dear Savvy Senior, How can I get my doctors to listen better? I just turned 78, and over the past few years I feel more and more dismissed by my doctors. I know I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Any suggestions? Dissatisfied Patient Dear Dissatisfied, Communication difficulties between patients and their doctors is nothing new. Many older patients feel like their doctors are dismissing their concerns, which can be frustrating and lead to missed diagnoses and delayed care. If you b...
I slipped into my heavy coat as I ventured out into the first snowfall of the season. I also wore a long-sleeved shirt and a thick sweater. I probably looked like I gained five pounds in 10 minutes with all of this padding. I was ready to face the cold wind. If I were wearing a white scarf with my black coat, I'd look like a penguin. I relearned the "penguin shuffle" on the icy walk to my car. I didn't want to end up lying flat on the ice. Many people think they gain a fairly significant amount...
On June 5, 1907, former Methodist pastor Rev. C.W. Sewrey [June 27, 1901-Oct. 19, 1904] and wife came over from Harvey to visit; the next day they went to Carrington for the annual Methodist Conference. Mrs. Henry W. Wilson and children returned from a visit to Mountain Home, Idaho. Teacher Miss Belle Hutchinson left to spend the summer with relatives in Afton, Iowa. James E. Hyde went to Hillsboro to look over the management of his large farm near there. On the evening of June 5, the Phillips...
Dear Savvy Senior, I know there will be a small 2.5 percent cost-of-living increase in Social Security benefits next year, but what about Medicare? What will the Medicare Part B monthly premiums be in 2025, and when do the surcharges kick in for higher income beneficiaries? Medicare Beneficiary Dear Beneficiary, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently announced their cost adjustments for 2025, and the increases for premiums and out-of-pocket costs for most beneficiaries will be...
Families gather frequently during the holiday season as everyone enjoys the feasts and festivities that are synonymous with this time of year. Families often bake and decorate together, as these activities are inclusive of people of all ages. This time of year also is one for dabbling in creative pursuits. Now is a prime opportunity to bond with children over a table full of paint, glue, beads and other crafty supplies. The crafts made during the holidays often become cherished mementos that...
June 4, 1907, was “Gopher Day.” There was $67 in prizes for the rodents’ tails of which 9177 were turned in. The following were the contestants, their number of tails, and their prizes: 1st prize, $20, Herman Utecht, 1495; 2nd, $15, Robert Klumph, 1015; 3rd, $10, Harry Clark, 737; 4th, $5, Julius Moe, 611; two prizes of $3 went to Gordon Kepner, 589 and Johnnie Dodds, 529; three prizes of $2 went to Clifford Gardner, 524; Harry Nunn, 474; and Fred Speckner, 455; five prizes of $1 were given to P...
Dear Savvy Senior, My dad has dementia and has gotten to the point that he can’t live at home any longer. I need to find a good memory care residential facility for him but don’t know where to turn. Any suggestions? Only Daughter Dear Only, Choosing a good memory care residential unit for a loved one with dementia is a very important decision that requires careful evaluation and some homework. Most memory care units, sometimes called special care units, are housed within assisted living or nur...
Under “School Notes” in the May 31, 1907, “Transcript”: on May 21 thirty-seven students took the State Geography exam; State Arithmetic and Algebra exams were scheduled for June 3; donations to the school library were “How She Was Lost” from H.G. Hudson and the last State Session Laws from A.C. Olsen. Miss Celestia Kellington had submitted some Valley City State Normal School Notes. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Butterfield had a Card of Thanks for the friends that had helped them at the death of “our lit...
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...
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