Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
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Does the government have authority to curtail speech that might cause injury to our national security? Such power, asserted throughout the history of our nation, raises thorny questions about the nature, meaning and scope of two key constitutional provisions when they collide. On one hand, Congress has authority under Article 1, Section 8, to “provide for the common defense.” Everyone understands that a nation must possess the power and means to protect itself; otherwise, its territorial integrity, sovereignty and very existence may be put to...
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been told that my two children, ages 14 and 16, may be eligible for Social Security when I file for my retirement benefits. Is this true? What can you tell me? Viagra Daddy Dear Viagra, It’s true. If you’re age 62 or older and are still raising young children, there’s a Social Security benefit strategy that can put some extra money in your family coffers. Here’s how it works. When you file for Social Security retirement benefits, your minor children can get money on...
The 1920s are known as being a revolutionary time of growth and modernization, but to be honest I never really understand why. (This is when I note that I am trained as an anthropologist, not a historian.) I was somewhat surprised to find the answer was both simple and complex: war. World War I was an unprecedented event, no one had every seen anything like it. In an effort to articulate the vast impact this global war had on their lives, folks called it The Great War. Worldwide, traditioaanal...
Cases on the docket of the district court, beginning on Nov. 23, 1903, included the following: Northwestern Port Huron Co. vs. Justice; action on replevin [a lawsuit to get back property wrongfully seized]; settled by stipulation; H.R. Turner for the plaintiff; Maddux & Rinker for the defense. Samuel McDowell vs. W.W. Overton; action on promissory notes; tried to jury; judgment for plaintiff, $155.70; Maddux & Rinker for the plaintiff; J.A. Manly for the defense. G.J. Schwoebel vs. George E....
The guarantee of freedom of speech, central to Americans’ participation in self-governance and the life of the nation, is secured by the First Amendment of the Constitution. Ratified in 1791, the Free Speech Clause provides: “Congress shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech.” The right to freedom of speech is derived from English law and tradition. At the time of the drafting of the Bill of Rights by the First Congress in 1789, and its ratification by the states two years later, it was understood by the framers that free speec...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on how to pick a good nursing home in the COVID era? My mother had a stroke a while back and can’t use her legs any longer. I’ve been taking care of her at home, but her health has declined to the point that I absolutely can’t do it any longer. Need Help Dear Need, COVID-19 has hit nursing homes hard over the past year, making it extremely difficult for people attempting to choose a nursing home during this time. While many eldercare experts sugge...
The Eddy County Museum has an impressive collection of hats. In fact more than two dozen different hat styles are represented in the archives. For those of us who live in the 21st century, it can be hard to understand why hats were all the rage- and such an important part of every day life. In the early 1900s, it was just simply good manners to keep your head covered. Sometimes it made practical sense, like wearing a bonnet on the open prairie. Such precautions prevented dirt and debris from...
On Nov. 16, 1903, the Century Lodge #60, A.F. and A.M., elected J.E. Bennett, Worshipful Master; W.C. Dresser, Senior Warden; W.E. Radtke, Junior Warden; A.G. Gardner, Treasurer; W.C. Hayes, Secretary; A.H. Wilson, Trustee, 3 years. B.C. Larkin became a 3rd Degree Mason. On Nov. 17, Rev. Willard Fuller of Jamestown visited the school. Fred F. Allmaras and Ward “Screw” Roush were both in New Rockford. The Great Madden [Dr. James Madden], an authority on eyes and the inventor of EZY-EYE-SPEX, was at the Hotel Davies; the next day in Barlow. Edw...
The U.S. Constitution is all-Broadway, all the time. Americans may not realize its center stage presence in the life of the nation, but it governs our daily lives, often sight unseen. There are other junctures, however, when disputes about constitutional principles and provisions are unavoidable, in full display on television and capturing page one headlines in the nation’s newspapers. This is one of those times. The Senate trial of former President Donald Trump, carried live by various networks, brings the Constitution into our living r...
Dear Savvy Senior, Where can I turn to find a good Medicare covered hospice provider? My husband’s mother has a terminal condition and wants to die at home, if possible, so I’m helping out where I can. Sad Sandy Dear Sandy, Hospice is a wonderful option in the last months of life because it offers a variety of services, not only to those who are dying, but also to those left behind. Here’s what you should know about hospice care, along with some tips to help you choose one. Understanding Hospi...
By now, it must be apparent to readers that the Eddy County Museum has a hearty collection of artifacts dating to the early 1900s. This era - fondly known as Eddy County's Early Years - marked a time of rapid expansion and development. Newcomers from various backgrounds settled into homes. In time many contributed to an entrepreneurial spirit that fostered remarkable downtown shopping opportunities for townsfolk and farmers alike. New Rockford wasn't the only locale bearing witness to newfound...
On Nov. 7, 1903, John Welsh took three carloads of cattle to South St. Paul; he returned on Nov. 10. At noon on Sunday, Nov. 8, William Bryant Taylor and Mamie DeMoss, both of Perry, Iowa, were married in the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Buck by Rev. C.F. Sewrey. Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Petitt of New Rockford and Mr. and Mrs. Harper of Larrabee attended. The couple would live in the Larrabee area. On Nov. 9, Mrs. R.M. Kennedy returned from Moorhead with her young son Harold, who was much improved in heal...
The forthcoming Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump, sure to dominate headlines and newscasts, raises a host of constitutional questions with political implications likely to extend for years to come. Last week, we reviewed the question of whether the Constitution permits the Senate to try a former president, and concluded that it does. In short, once the impeachment process has been initiated by the House of Representatives, its continuation and completion may not be derailed by a presidential resignation or the end of a...
Dear Savvy Senior, I will turn 65 in a few months and plan to keep working for several more years. I have good health insurance from my employer now. Do I have to sign up for Medicare when I reach 65? Looking Ahead Dear Looking, Whether you need to enroll in Medicare at 65 if you continue to work and have health insurance through your job depends on how large your employer is. The same rules apply if your health insurance comes from your spouse’s job. But first, let’s review the basics. Rem...
In the early 1900s, having your portrait captured on film was a rare occurrence. Posing for a picture was an all out event, complete with dramatic staging and bright lights. With all the excitement, you'd think people might smile once in a while. Aside from the occasional smirk, portraits of this era seem undeniably stoic. And there was good reason. Many assume this is because the exposure time during this era was too long to capture bright, smiling faces. Others surmise that maybe poor dental...
On Nov. 2, 1903, George Treffry was in town. C.H. Ruland came in on business from Tiffany. Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Evans came in to shop. Charles O’Connell came over from Lakota to visit his parents. A.W. Healey was down from Churchs Ferry. Gus Erickson, a merchandise clerk at H. Peoples & Co., returned from Courtenay, his former home. That afternoon J.M. Shannon and Dr. T.M. MacLachlan came over from McHenry for a Masonic meeting that evening; they returned home the next day. Joseph Jones, who had w...
Does the U.S. Senate have the authority to hold an impeachment trial for former President Donald Trump? Good-faith arguments have been advanced by both sides in this growing debate, which invites close scrutiny of the scope of the Senate’s power under the Impeachment Clause. As with many constitutional controversies, resolution is aided by logic, common sense and history. Roughly 45 Republican Senators and various legal scholars maintain that the Senate’s authority under Article I, Section 3, of the Constitution to “try all Impea...
Rumor has it that by the time this newspaper reaches its readers, most of North Dakota will be in the midst of a cold snap. If that happens, we might be forced to actually put on a coat and find those gloves. I know, I know. But failing to protect ourselves from freezing temperatures can have serious implications. Those of us who are parents have added fingers, toesies and nosies to worry about. Even worse, little bodies are often stubborn when it comes to wearing appropriate winter attire. But...
Dear Savvy Senior, I am interested in getting my mom, who lives alone, a medical alert system with a wearable pendant button that will let her call for help if she falls or has a medical emergency. What can you tell me to help me choose one? Too Many Choices Dear Too Many, A good medical alert system is an effective and affordable tool that can help keep your mom safe and living in her own home longer. But with all the different products and features available today, choosing one can be...
The Oct. 30, 1903, “Transcript” said the school library had added volumes on American, English and Ancient History. George Hawthorn was back in school after an absence of four weeks. There had been no tardies so far that month. An ad— Go to Leonard’s Restaurant for a square meal, H.C. Tarbell, mgr. Tarbell also managed the East Side Livery Barn and solicited the farmers’ trade. R.M. Kennedy had his five-room cottage on Lamborn Avenue East for rent. The Treasurer’s Report for Plainview S...
Sometime soon, and perhaps this week, private citizen Donald Trump will become the first former president to face a Senate impeachment trial, almost a year to the day when, as President Trump, he was acquitted by the Senate on February 5, 2020, of two articles of impeachment— abuse of power and obstruction of justice. On this second go-round, citizen Trump may not be so lucky. Unlike the first trial, when Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah), was the lone Republican to vote with Democrats to convict President Trump of committing impeachable offenses, e...
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees in 2020? My income dropped way down when I was forced into retirement last March due to COVID-19, so I’m wondering if I need to file a tax return this year. Unexpected Retiree Dear Unexpected, Whether or not you are required to file a federal income tax return this year actually depends on several factors: How much you earned last year (in 2020), the source of that income, your age and your filing status. Here’s a r...
Waiting can be a trying thing. The gentleman pictured below appears to be waiting for his to train to arrive. How many of you can relate? Maybe you're waiting for your chance to getaway, or land a promotion, or simply find the right time to do something you love. In the meantime, we continue to dream the dreams of what it will be like when the wait is over. I often think about how difficult the lives of Eddy County's early settlers must have been. It could have been all too easy to get stuck in...
The Oct. 23, 1903, “Transcript” contained a letter from Sheyenne minister Rev. E.T. Quam describing his recent railroad trip through Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. An ad—“Trousers Swell London Stripe For $8, $9, $10 and $12. SCHERRER, the Tailor.” There was a half-page ad for the New Rockford Roller Mills, Kellington and McDonell, which was open for business. There were also half-page ads for F. Howard, Jeweler, for a 14-K solid gold ladies’ watch for $25; H. Peoples & Co., “The U...
Memories of the footage of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, on January 6, 2021, will be forever etched in the minds of the citizenry. No American since the War of 1812 has seen an assault on our Temple of Democracy. This siege – a failed coup – was incited by President Donald Trump who, in a speech to thousands of his supporters at a rally that he organized, told his faithful, yet again, that the 2020 election had been rigged, that victory had been stolen from him, and that they had to “fight like hell” to take their country back. The vio...
