Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Sorted by date Results 226 - 250 of 1875
On March 16, 1906, T.H. Bollingberg was in from the Twist neighborhood of eastern Wells County on business and to visit; he was interested in reports of a new railroad line that might pass near his farm at Twist. In the evening the Phillips Academy Glee Club (a boys’ double quartette) gave a concert of solos, duets, quartettes and eight-voice songs in Sheyenne, assisted by Miss Carolyn Waters at the piano and Miss Hazel Hall. Rev. J.R. Beebe accompanied the boys and introduced them to the large...
“Looking for more shade, color, or privacy for your backyard? These landscaping trees are sure to beautify your property, whatever your needs!” Believe it or not, tree planting can be done in the fall. As autumn starts to set in, some homeowners may be thinking about planting a tree or two on their landscape and looking for suggestions. I have worked with plants my entire adult life here in North Dakota, and over time, I have developed some favorites! I put together a top ten list of some of my favorite trees; all are cold hardy and do wel...
No one likes to watch their investments lose money, but downward market volatility can feel particularly scary for people who plan to retire in the near future. Their anxiety is understandable. They’ve spent their careers building their nest eggs and now – at a time when they plan to give up their income-producing jobs – they face the prospect of living off less money than they had envisioned. Fortunately, it’s rarely as simple as that. As with all things financial, it’s important to look at the big picture. If you’re nearing retirement and...
Anthrax continues to be a concern for cattle producers in North Dakota. Several more cases of anthrax in cattle have been confirmed in southwestern North Dakota. “This is a reminder to our cattle producers that the threat of anthrax is present,” says Gerald Stokka, North Dakota State University Extension veterinarian. “It appears that during times of high rainfall or very dry conditions, the spores are uncovered and cattle are at risk of infection.” Anthrax is a disease in cattle caused by bacteria known as Bacillus anthracis. It has a special...
Dear Savvy Senior, What retirement planning tips can you recommend to single women? I’m a divorced 58-year-old woman with a teenage son and have very little saved for retirement. Financially Vulnerable Dear Vulnerable, It’s an unfortunate reality, but many single women – whether they’re divorced, widowed or never married – face much greater financial challenges in retirement than men. The reasons behind this are because women tend to earn less money – about 82 cents for every dollar that men ma...
Having recovered from his recent illness, John McVey shipped a carload of cattle to the South St. Paul markets on March 10, 1906. F.D. Dunham took a carload of cattle to the same market; he returned on March 14. Miss Mae Herbert arrived from Polo, Ill., to work as the stenographer and bookkeeper at the Maddux Law Office. C.C. Hanson came in on business. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Wren came in to shop and planned to stay for the concert and dance. That evening the Claude Corus Baker Concert and Dance...
In my youth, I worked for a well-known Minnesota garden center. My co-workers and I would be frequently asked why a customer’s dahlia, geranium or other prized ornamental plant wasn’t blooming. Without fail, we would sell the customer a high phosphorus fertilizer to stimulate flower production. In my current position as a North Dakota State University Extension horticulture specialist, my job is to give objective, evidence-based recommendations to help home gardeners. Thankfully, I am not expected to promote product sales but rather to deb...
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any monitored medical alert devices that you know of that don’t require pushing a wearable help button? My 82-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen twice during the past year but doesn’t like wearing an SOS pendant button. Searching Daughter Dear Searching, Yes, there are actually several monitored medical alert systems and other technologies on the market today that have voice-activated capabilities that let seniors call for help using voice commands, wit...
On March 5 and 6, 1906, National Bank Examiner F.B. Chapman of Buford, N.D., examined the financial status of the First National Bank and announced it was “in excellent condition.” Sealed bids were received by County Treasurer W.C. Schwoebel until 3 p.m. March 6, for materials and construction of a bridge over the Sheyenne River on the section line between section 7, T150, R64 [Hillsdale], and Section 12, T150, R65 [Bush]. On the afternoon of March 6, in front of the three Eddy County Commission...
There are only two seasons in the Dakotas: winter and construction season. The temps are currently in the 90s and orange traffic cones are all over our roads. It must be construction season. Let's make a detour away from the veggies in our gardens and focus on strawberry patch construction. No jackhammers are needed but a tiller can be helpful. For those of you without a strawberry patch, get ready for a new construction project. Start by selecting a sunny spot. Next, kill the existing weeds...
Dear Savvy Senior, How does Medicare cover preventive health screenings? I’m due to get a physical and a colonoscopy this year, but I want to find out what I’ll have to pay for before I go in. Just Turned 65 Dear Just Turned, You’ll be happy to know that Medicare covers a wide array of preventive and screening services to help you stay healthy, but not all services are completely covered. Here’s what you should know. Free preventive benefits Most of Medicare’s preventive services are available...
On March 1, 1906, Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Whiteman came down from Sheyenne to visit. W.B. Whetham came in from eastern Eddy County on business and to greet his “army of friends.” That afternoon, the Lowell Literary Society met and put on a program; Mable Kennedy attended and her friends were hoping she would soon return to school. A number of Phillips Academy students attended. That evening, the New Rockford Camp 2214 of the Woodmen Lodge met; Marcus Medved was the clerk. Initiated into the Lodge wer...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about green funeral options? At age 80, I would like to preplan my funeral and make it as natural as possible. Old Environmentalist Dear Environmentalist, Great question! Green funeral options are becoming increasingly popular in the United States as more and more Americans are looking for environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional funerals. Here’s what you should know about “green burial” and “green cremation” options, along with some tips to h...
On the afternoon of Feb. 22, 1906, the New Rockford Improvement League met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.P. Allison. At 2:45 p.m., the Lowell Literary Society presented the following program: Song, Society Members; Recitation, Amy Crane; Oration, Lawrence Fisher; Duet, Marie Roush and Sarah Johnson; Recitation, Celestia Kellington; Newspaper, Verne Wiltsie and Merrille Pike; Mandolin Solo, Miss Lund and Edwin Wiltsie; Debate, “Resolved, That Washington did more for the United States than L...
We are approaching that time of the year again. Soon our children will be heading back to school. Are we ready? Are they ready? Here are a few suggestions that can assist you and your child in having a great back-to-school experience. It is recommended that children have a well-child exam yearly. During a well-child exam, your provider will be able to track your child’s growth and development. He/she can assess for any physical or emotional needs your child may have, and can intervene quickly if any issues are identified. It is also a good t...
On Feb. 15, 1906, William Farley and Gull River Lumber Company manager Ray Erwin left for the Twin Cities; Erwin would then go on to his former home at Prescott, Iowa; W.S. Woods would manage the yard in his absence. Erwin returned on March 17. Farley returned on March 2. That evening, the Modern Woodmen Lodge initiated the following: Charles Anderson, Bruce Clouser, Eugene Corry, Glen Hays, George Healy, Tony Heart, George Johnson, W.S. Knable, Martin Larson, Jay Mulvey, Albert West, and Willia...
Grasshoppers were devastating in Dakota gardens last year. They devoured many plants from top to bottom. Now the pests are coming back again. What caused this? The weather during the past two years has been perfect for grasshoppers. First, grasshoppers love a long, warm summer. This gives the insects plenty of time to eat, mate and lay lots of eggs. Last summer was long and warm. We had huge swarms of grasshoppers to begin with, and they feasted and laid a tremendous number of eggs. One female...
About 5 p.m. Feb. 9, 1906, W.S. Farquhar suffered a stroke and died at 11:15. He had shown no signs of ill health during the day. For six years he had been the representative of the Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Co. in New Rockford, but his home was Farmington, Minn., where his wife and daughter lived. They were reached by telephone and went to Minneapolis to catch the train, but another call informed them of his death, so they did not board the train. Instead, his brother-in-law took the...
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any services that you recommend that can help families resolve elder parent caregiving conflicts? My 86-year-old father was recently diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, and to make matters worse, my sister and brother and I have been perpetually arguing about how to handle his future caregiving and financial needs. Conflicted Siblings Dear Conflicted, It’s not unusual when adult children disagree with each other regarding the care of an elder parent. If...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good resources for seniors with vision loss? My husband was recently diagnosed with macular degeneration, which has deteriorated his central vision, and he’s become very discouraged. Worried Wife Dear Worried, I’m very sorry to hear about your husband’s eye condition. Unfortunately, there are about 20 million Americans living with macular degeneration today. Over time, this progressive disease can rob people of their central vision, making every...
On the afternoon of Feb. 2, 1906, Larrabee farmer David W. Huntley and Frances Turner of Fargo were married by Judge C.W. Hall in his chambers; the couple would live on his farm. That evening, the Phillips Academy Musical and Literary Society presented the following program: Music, the Society; Quotations by the members; Essay, Minnie O’Neill; Vocal Solo, Charles Griffith; Reading, Lawrence Prader; Debate, “Resolved: That the newspaper has done more for civilization than the locomotive” Affirmat...
This phrase baffled me when I was young. What did it really mean? My friend Kevin, who grew up on a farm and taught me about baling hay, told me that it has two meanings. The first, literally, was to cut and bale hay when it would be sunny for a few days in a row. He didn't want the fresh-mown hay to get rained on, for fear it would get moldy. Also, sunlight was critical to drying out the grasses and other plants in the cut hay. The second meaning, though, was more symbolic. The expression...
On the evening of Jan. 26, 1906, two sleighloads of public school students and their chaperones Miss Anna Weiss and Miss Julia Shirley went out to the Mr. and Mrs. George Treffry farm and surprised Miss Alice and Master Ray Treffry. They spent a very enjoyable evening. Also that evening, a large number of dancers enjoyed the dance at the Opera House. On Jan. 26, 27, and 29, eye specialist F.W. Soule was at Babcock & Bucklin’s Drug Store. On Jan. 27, John Welsh came in on business. Henry B. J...
Dear Savvy Senior, How are Social Security benefits handled when someone dies? After a long illness, my 68-year-old father has only weeks left to live. I am helping my mom figure out her financial situation going forward, including what to do about my dad’s Social Security after he passes away but could use some help. Only Son Dear Only, I’m very sorry about the impending loss of your father. To help you and your mom understand what Social Security provides and what needs to be done when a fam...
Peonies are one of my favorite spring flowers. I have four plants and I can't wait until my house is filled with pink and white peony blossoms. If you don't have them in your landscape, I encourage you to find space to grow a peony. Peonies are herbaceous perennials that grow three to four feet tall and wide. Peonies can grow for many years and are often found still growing around old houses and in old cemeteries. There is a common shrub form of the peony, mentioned above, as well as tree forms...
