Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Sorted by date Results 426 - 450 of 1875
It's hard to imagine the 4th of July without fireworks! The first official celebration occurred on July 4, 1777 – one year after the adoption of the U.S. Declaration of Independence – with a display of fireworks and firing of cannons and guns. The fireworks tradition has continued ever since, with the addition of family get-togethers, picnics and parades. Like many inventions, fireworks were created by accident. Around 800 AD, a Chinese alchemist mixed sulfur, charcoal and saltpeter in an att...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about electric trikes for semi-seniors? I used to cycle a lot in my younger years but have some balance problems and don’t trust myself on a two-wheeler anymore. I’ve read that electric powered trikes are a good option for older riders but could use some help choosing one. Unsteady Eddie Dear Eddie, Electric powered adult tricycles – also known as e-trikes – are a great cycling option for older adults with balance or stamina issues because they’re...
On the evening of Mar. 4, 1905, the Amateur Musical Club presented the following program: “Young Marshall” by Mabel House; “Cricket” by Olive Bennett; “Sleigh Ride” by Pearl Goss and Mrs. H.J. Mitchell; “Les Etoiles Dor Waltz” by Florence Schwoebel; “Love Dreams Reverie” by Celestia Kellington; and a reading, “Handel and Mendelssohn” by Minnie Syftestad. Also that evening, the regular business meeting of the Christian Endeavor was held at the Rev. and Mrs. J.R. Beebe’s house. On March 4 and 5,...
Read our first-ever special section featuring the successes of area youth attending college. Click here to download the pdf: https://www.fosterconews.com/home/cms_data/dfault/pdfs/misc/2022-06-27.pdf...
On Mar. 1, 1905, R.M. Kennedy left for St. Paul to be with his son, Harold, when the boy was operated on for his hip disease. During the afternoon of March 2, the high school literary society hosted some literary exercises, including a debate on Resolved, “That more knowledge is gained by observation than by reading.” Lawrence Fisher and Elsie Tarbell had the Affirmative, while Evalyn Mattson and Walter Stitzel upheld the Negative. The judges gave the decision unanimously to the Negative. Som...
The last full week of June is named as "National Pollinator Week." Don't worry if you missed it – there are reasons to celebrate pollinators all year long! Pollinators include bees, insects, birds and other animals that move pollen from one flower to another, thereby fertilizing plants and enabling them to reproduce. With food crops, the ripened ovary of a flower becomes a fruit (or vegetable) which we are able to consume. Foods and beverages produced with the help of pollinators include blueber...
Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to hire an in-home helper for my 82-year-old mother to assist with household chores like housekeeping, grocery shopping and driving her to the doctor, etc. But mom doesn’t require any personal/physical caregiving, nor does she require any home medical care. Any tips to help us find someone? Searching Sarah Dear Sarah, Getting your mother some help at home to handle some of her day-to-day chores is a smart idea that can make a big difference keeping her i...
We've needed moisture here in the Great Plains. We've prayed and hoped for rain, and now we're getting it – in some places, more than enough. But during the last couple of weeks, what's dropping from the sky is more than rain. At first glance, you might think the green vegetative debris in the streets is grass clippings from lawn mowers. A closer look reveals the green along the curbs is not grass, but it is leaves – leaves from green ash trees, the most abundant tree along city streets in nea...
On the evening of Feb. 16, 1905, the New Rockford Orchestra furnished the music for “a large number of our young people” at a dance in the Hotel Davies. The Feb. 17, 1905, “Transcript” had a note from the editor, A.C. Olsen, asking for the public’s indulgence because during the illness of his brother Len J. Olsen, the editor would have to do all the work in getting the paper published, including typesetting. L.J., who had been at the paper for three years, had been confined to his bed for two w...
Dear Savvy Senior, Is skin cancer hereditary? My 63-year-old brother died of melanoma last year, and I’m wondering if I’m at higher risk. Younger Sister Dear Younger, While long-term sun exposure and sunburns are the biggest risk factors for melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – having a sibling or parent with melanoma does indeed increase your risk, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. Each year, around 100,000 Americans are diagnosed with melanoma, and about 7,500 people will di...
Well, that seems obvious. But there is a point to this statement and we'll get to that. We've been through a long winter and gardeners have long waited to get their hands into the soil. Tomatoes are the most popular garden vegetable. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of eating a tomato right off the vine, in a salad or as the base for some great fresh salsa! Serious gardeners start the process months before growing season, perusing seed catalogs for just the right seeds – and maybe t...
The Feb. 10, 1905, “Transcript” carried a notice for bids for 300 ounces of strychnine for the county up to 2 p.m. March 6. Also, both the county auditor, W.C. Schwoebel and the board of health (R.F. Rinker, W.C. Dresser, Dr. Charles MacLachlan) put in notices that under section 274 of the Revised Code of the Session Laws of 1903, if no physician was present at a birth, death, or the presence of a contagious disease of a child within a household, the parents or guardians must report such an occ...
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m planning to enroll in original Medicare in a few months and have been told I probably need to get a Medicare supplemental policy too. Can you offer any tips on selecting one? Almost 65 Dear Almost, If you’re enrolling in original Medicare, getting a supplemental policy (also known as Medigap insurance) too is a smart idea because it will help pay for things that aren’t covered by Medicare like copayments, coinsurance and the Part A deductible. Here are some tips to help yo...
Tree planting can take place anytime during the growing season. With the cool, rainy season we are experiencing, now is a great time to get some trees in the ground! Trees provide shade, wildlife habitat, beauty in the landscape, and add value to your property. It's tough being a tree in North Dakota, so follow these tips for a successful planting: 1. Locate logically - Select a site that will provide space for the tree – above ground and below. Roots need space, too. Select a sma...
The Feb. 3, 1905, “Transcript” said that recently, Lou Smith [former New Rockford band leader, June 14, 1902-July 28, 1903, and barber, Dec. 1902-July 28, 1903], had died of smallpox in Billings, Mont. The paper claimed that Smith’s band had played at a masquerade ball and some of the costumes were infected with small pox; the piano player also died of the disease. However, the “Transcript” of Feb. 10 said it had learned via a letter to Sheriff George F. Fahrer from the Billings police chief tha...
Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of clothing options are available to mobility-challenged seniors who have a difficult time dressing? Looking for Mom Dear Looking, The chore of dressing and undressing in traditional clothing can be difficult, time-consuming and even painful for millions of people with certain health and mobility problems. Fortunately, there’s a wide variety of special clothing, known as “adaptive clothing,” that can help with most dressing challenges. Here’s what you should...
Memorial Day marks the beginning of the summer season. This is a time for celebrating graduations, the end of the school year and family get-togethers. But at the root of this weekend holiday is the somber remembrance to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many communities host formal Memorial Day programs and Americans...
On the evening of Jan. 24, 1905, former Eddy County residents Katie (Mrs. Thomas) Turner and Nellie E. Buck were installed as Past Chief of Honor and Usher, respectively, at the meeting of the Barlow Degree of Honor. Also that evening, some young friends gave a surprise birthday party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R.U. Austin on Villard Ave. West for Albert Hill, a student at Phillips Academy; there were music, games, and “elegant refreshments.” On Jan. 25, Miss Ruth Reutenik left for a vis...
Dear Savvy Senior, I recently saw a news segment on TV about a government funeral assistance program available to families who lost loved ones during the pandemic. What can you tell me about this? I lost my 78-year-old mother to COVID in 2021 and want to find out if I’m still eligible for any funeral funds, and if so, what I need to do to get them. Still Sad Dear Sad, I’m very sorry about the loss of your mother. The government program you are asking about is the COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Pro...
Communities across North Dakota celebrate Arbor Day as a sure sign of Spring! The state's official designated Arbor Day is the first Friday in May – but communities can celebrate Arbor Day whenever it is best for them. Cities with Tree City USA designation (54 communities scattered across North Dakota) must declare an annual Arbor Day event to maintain status as a Tree City. This year marks the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, first celebrated in Nebraska in 1872. Tree enthusiasts in North D...
To continue from last week: On Jan. 16, 1905, W.C. Hayes died. He was born in New York State and lived in Pennsylvania 10 years before moving to Dakota Territory in 1882, arriving at Bartlett via the Great Northern Railway. He traveled across country to the southwest and homesteaded on land near Tiffany, where he resided until the previous three or four years when he lived in New Rockford. [He was the court house janitor from at least 1901-Nov. 1904]. He was a Mason and had joined the AOUW...
Dear Savvy Senior, My doctor recently suggested I start a walking program to help get my weight and blood pressure under control, but I’ve never exercised much and am 66. Can you recommend some tips? Hate to Exercise Dear Hate, You should follow your doctor’s orders. Years of research have shown that walking may be the single best exercise you can do to improve your health as you age. It burns calories, which will help you lose weight, builds endurance, enhances muscle tone and it doesn’t pound...
Dear Savvy Senior, What are some of the best travel discounts available to seniors? My husband and are about to retire and are interested in traveling more, but live on a tight budget. Frugal Travelers Dear Frugal, There are literally hundreds of different travel-related discounts available to older travelers that can add up to save you hundreds of dollars on your next trip. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the age requirement, which varies by business. Some discounts may be available as soon a...
On Jan. 10, 1905, the Eddy County Commission appointed W.C. Dresser as vice president and Dr. Charles MacLachlan as superintendent of the county board of health, and C.J. Maddux and Dr. Charles MacLachlan to serve as commissioners of insanity and to act with the county judge as a board of insanity. On Jan. 10, Miss Nora Kennedy came up from Fargo for a visit. That afternoon, Berthal Roush and Rose Farrell, both of the Tiffany area, were married by Father W.A. Gallahue; they would live on the...
Dear Savvy Senior, What exactly does Medicare cover when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease? My husband was recently diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s, and we would like to find out what’s covered and what isn’t. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, I’m very sorry to hear about your husband’s diagnosis, but you’ll be happy to know that most medical costs to treat beneficiaries with Alzheimer’s disease are covered by Medicare. Unfortunately, long-term custodial care costs that most patients eventu...
