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Some 4,000 years ago, folks wishing to travel across the frozen flats of Finland devised a more effective mode of transportation. Based on archaeological findings, it seems these early skaters used not much more than a couple of leather straps and a piece of bone or antler. The bone skates were likely very slick and required a push-off, resulting in a glide across the ice. During the 15th century, metal blades came into production and soon ice skating became a popular mode of transportation...
On Sept. 7, 1903, rain caused “a throng of farmers and threshermen” on the streets of New Rockford. John Von Almen and A.H. Crawford went to Elizabeth, Minnesota, to attend the wedding of one of Von Almen’s sisters; Von Almen returned on Sept. 11, accompanied by his brother Fred, who would remain for a while. Miss Blanche Brownell went to Jamestown to continue her studies at St. Joseph’s Academy; her mother accompanied her and came home the next day. That afternoon Judge W.C. Beardsley married...
This presidential transition, from President Donald Trump to President-Elect Joe Biden, represents a timely opportunity for Americans to become more familiar with the scope of presidential authority, as provided under Article II of the Constitution. Greater familiarity will empower citizens to scrutinize the words, actions and policies of the new administration in the spirit of their duty as Madisonian Monitors to hold government accountable. President Biden won’t be writing on a blank canvass. He follows, immediately, a president whose view o...
Dear Savvy Senior, Writing a will has never been a high priority to me but this lingering coronavirus crisis has changed my thinking. Can you recommend some good do-it-yourself resources to help me write a simple will? Getting Older Dear Getting, The coronavirus crisis has changed the way a lot of people look at things, including wills. Currently, fewer than half of American adults have prepared a will. But having a last will and testament is important because it ensures that your money and...
Jell-O had me stumped as a child. It was as refreshing as liquid and solid enough to suspend banana slices. Eventually I asked my grandma, because if anyone knew anything about the Jell-O's state of matter it would be her. She said, "It's more like plasma or bone marrow." At that point, I tried to swear off the jiggly sweet stuff, but such efforts only lasted until the next family gathering. As it turns out, Grandma wasn't wrong. Meat-eaters since the dawn of fire have noticed the gelatinous...
I am a firm believer that there is no right way to celebrate Christmas. I’ve celebrated the season via candle-light hymnal, midnight sledding, last-minute shopping, unannounced guests and spur-of-the-moment road trips. As great as those experiences have been, not a single one is representative of the perfect Christmas. That remains true in all my years of celebrating Christmas. Never have I experienced a perfect holiday. I’m not trying to be a Scrooge. There is no such thing as a perfect Christmas! It’s true! And all the experts agree— at leas...
Small Business Saturday is a relatively new American tradition. While Black Friday has been an informal holiday for more than 60 years, it wasn't until 2010 that the Saturday after Thanksgiving earned its official title, designating it as a day to shop local and support hometown retailers. In a year where businesses have faced profound challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's Small Business Saturday may be more critical than ever before. In fact, many locally owned retailers earn...
Sure, we didn’t know who won right away, or the next day, or the day after that, but we still learned quite a bit from the election. Among other things, I learned that “pollster” should no longer be considered a job. Those who have made polling their life’s work need to pursue another vocation. They blew it “bigly” again, with an assist from a media that lapped up every flawed percentage point. In some cases, the media made a hash of their own polls. For example, on Oct. 28, a Washington Post poll had Biden with a 17 point lead over Presid...
As yet another wave of the pandemic wreaks havoc on our nations’ health and economy, a great way to support each other locally is to Shop Small and Shop Safe. There are many good reasons to shop small all year long, but supporting local businesses this holiday season is more important than ever. 62% of U.S. small businesses reported the need to see consumer spending return by the end of 2020 to stay in business, according to the Small Business Recovery Research conducted by American Express. If we want our favorite local businesses to remain i...
On Sept. 2, 1903, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lahart returned from the Twin Cities. Miss Ida Saunders came up to visit her cousin Miss Laura Reams. H.W. Clark and crew went to Barlow to begin building the Congregational Church. Miss Effie Treffry left for her home in Denver, Colo., via her former home, Marshalltown, Iowa, after visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Treffry. Miss Nellie Oliver returned to McHenry after a visit with Miss Sarah West. On Sept. 2 and 3, the Congregational Academy...
Abraham Lincoln’s words and wisdom, from Springfield and New York to Gettysburg and Washington, serve to remind Americans today of the manner in which great statesmen confront challenges that threaten the very foundation of the republic. For a nation seeking remedies and solutions to the deep divisions and chasms that characterize and menace our politics, Lincoln’s speeches provide a valuable model of insights, temperament and behavior. Lincoln’s magisterial Gettysburg Address more sharply resonates in our time than at any moment in Ameri...
The above photo was taken in the early 1900s, but still manages to capture a scene all too familiar to the residents of New Rockford. Even with virtually every building in this picture gone, can you tell where it is? Now called Central Avenue, this portion of the city has long been home to small businesses. Those most visible in this photograph begin with the First State Bank building which also included the Transcript and the Land Office. Further to the west are signage for "Arcade Restaurant"...
Dear Savvy Senior, I know there will be a small cost-of-living increase in Social Security benefits next year but what about Medicare? What will the Medicare Part B monthly premiums be in 2021, and when do the surcharges kick in for higher income beneficiaries? Inquiring Senior Dear Inquiring, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently announced their cost adjustments for 2021 and the increases for premiums and out-of-pocket costs for most beneficiaries will be modest. But if...
(BPT) - Many seniors and their loved ones are taking special precautions to stay healthy, including limiting or eliminating visits and other activities that can cause COVID-19 to spread. That's because the older you are, the higher your risk of severe illness from the coronavirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While these important steps help keep seniors physically healthy, they can have a negative impact on mental well-being. Many elderly people already felt...
This is a year to put a twist on tradition. If you don't really get into baking gingerbread, consider using Pop Tart toaster pastries to build a holiday house! What you need: Pop-Tarts- frosted strawberry or confetti cupcake work well for the roof, because the white icing looks like snow. For the walls, use brown sugar and cinnamon to make them look like gingerbread. Tin foil covered board or plate Candy décor of your choosing: Mini candy canes and other colorful, hard candies Christmas...
The month of December is a hectic time of year for most people. When the ever-growing holiday to-do list gets overwhelming, look to local merchants to save both your time and your sanity. Here are some practical solutions for easing that anxiety available right here in Eddy County. 1. Limit lists. It’s fun to light up the eyes of children on Christmas. However, it can be overwhelming to buy all those gifts. Consider limiting each child’s list to just three items, one thing he wants, one he...
In the spirit of the holiday season, the staff at the Transcript have gone all around town in order to bring you the best holiday gift giving options that can be found close to home. Remember to see what your local independent merchants have to offer as you fill those stockings and load up the tree this holiday season! The first two photos show some great local options in five often-purchased categories: 1) For the Wee Ones 2) For Him 3) For Her 4) For the Family 5) Stocking Stuffers No place...
In years past at this time Miller’s Fresh Foods would be gearing up and looking forward to their annual Taste of the Season Extravaganza!! Unfortunately this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Miller’s Fresh Foods will not be able to host the 2020 Taste of the Season event. So sadly, there will be no tasting and sipping…but on a brighter note, we will have a 2020 Taste of the Season “Blast from the Past #2” Recipe Book, filled with a collection of lots of our favorite recipes from the past 11 years!! Below are just two of the many delicious...
A letter from former resident C.E. Clure in the Aug. 28, 1903, “Transcript,” said he and his family had moved to Palouse, Wash., where he would run an implement business. Fourteen-year old Ernest Kennedy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Kennedy, was very ill with typhoid fever. Mrs. J.R. Beebe had been ill with catarrhal fever, but was better. While working on a building, Ben Larkin was struck near his left eye by a piece of wood; there was no serious damage. Rains during the week had set harvest bac...
The 2020 presidential election, prolonged by President Donald Trump’s court challenges and demands for recounts in some states will come to an end, sooner rather than later. Citizens may be assured of that by constitutional and statutory mechanisms. This election, fraught with tension and anxiety, is not nearly the nail-biter that the nation endured in the 2000 campaign, which ended only after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Bush v. Gore that the recount in the State of Florida could not continue. That 5-4 decision, delivered on Dec. 12, r...
Lately my archivist tasks have been centered on preserving and digitizing the photographic collections housed at the Eddy County Museum. During a recent bout of convalescence I found myself restless. So I arranged to collect a couple of photo albums from the museum to keep me occupied. Imagine my dismay when I sat down to work through these albums and found they were not photo albums as I expected, but instead albums packed full of postcards from the early 20th century. At first I was confused....
Dear Savvy Senior, With my local Social Security offices being closed due to COVID-19, what is the best way to apply for my Social Security retirement benefits? Approaching 62 Dear Approaching, Because of the pandemic, all Social Security field offices across the country have been closed since March, so you can’t just walk-in, talk to a counselor and apply for benefits in person right now. But there are other ways to claim your benefits that are much easier and quicker. Here’s what you should kn...
At 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 1903, Rev. Dr. Swenson, president of Bethany College, preached in Swedish at the Greenfield Church, rural Sheyenne, followed by a dinner at the schoolhouse; at 3 p.m. Swenson made the same address in English, and on the evening of Aug. 24, he spoke in English in Sheyenne. That afternoon Leon Galehouse, Carrington druggist, and Miss Lucia Nelson came up to visit. On Aug. 24, a son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Matt Endres. Mrs. George R. Williams received word that her...
The peaceful transition of power is a hallmark of American democracy, a national treasure envied throughout the world. Yet, we dare not take it for granted, for its perpetuation depends on the good faith, goodwill and integrity of leaders and citizens alike. The peaceful transfer of power, embedded in the foundation of our constitution, represents a dramatic alternative to authoritarian regimes that systematically ignore the will of the people. This sacred foundational principle is as fragile as the founders’ experiment in republicanism i...
The above artwork, titled "Rabbit's Funeral" is one of the fine art pieces that can be found at the Eddy County Museum. The original photograph was taken by photographer Fitz W. Guerin circa 1900 and is housed in the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division in Washington, D.C. Guerin served in the Civil War and was a recipient of the Medal of Honor. After the war, he settled in St. Louis, Mo., and became a successful society photographer. His path to success wasn't nearly so...
