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Monday, July 12, 2021

Number 28

Music Fest in Langdon is on for July 16-17 with a full schedule of activites sound off, pit crew member competition, 1/64 scale drag race, and tricycle/pedal car racMusic Fest weekend is set for es. You won’t want to miss the July 16-17, 2021, in Langdon. lineup of mint condition classic The weekend line up has many cars, muscle cars, and other vefavorite Music Fest activities like hicles on display on Main Street. the Firemen’s Dinner, Rendez- Planned award categories are vous Region Rod Run, street Best in Show Stock Classic 1975 fair, kiddie parade, pet contests, pedal pull, and street dance.

The weekend will start off with the Firemen’s Dinner fundraiser Friday evening at the Langdon Fire Hall. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., and food will be served until 8:00 p.m. The menu will be all the favorite dishes we love: roast pork, roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, homemade dressing, and a wide variety of homemade cold salads. To-go boxes can be made up in the kitchen upon request. Tickets can be purchased from any fireman for $15.00 or at the door Friday night.

Next up is the Rendezvous Region Rod Run (RRRR), a classic & custom automotive show that is packed with contests and events the whole family can enjoy! It will get under way on the 600 block of Main Street at 7:00 - back, Modified Classic 1975 p.m. Friday night. To enter your back, Modified Modern 1979 car, contact Chad Lombardi at up, and Muscle Car 1960-1979.

701-370-0873. Friday’s tenta- Award categories are open to tive agenda will include the all years for mid-sized luxury, muffler rap/loudest pipes, slow motorcycle, truck, snowmobile, drags, burn outs, and flame tractor, rat rod, and antique & throwing/neon. The rumbling, custom bicycle.

The Street Fair will be set up smoke, and flames will go on until around 10 p.m. The RRRR on the 800 block of Main Street continues at 9:00 a.m. Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. morning with activities such as Businesses will be showcasing the car bash, DB drags stereo Christmas in July. Craft vendors

By Linda Timian Republican Writer

Catch up with the Cavalier County Commissioners meeting on Page 2.

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and food trucks like Nacho Bizness and Mexican Munchies will be there. Kids will be delighted with the jump ropes and sidewalk chalk supplied by the Langdon Chamber of Commerce, while supplies last.

At 9:45 a.m., go to the intersection of Main Street and 7th

Avenue to line up for the Kiddie Parade. No sign up is required.

In the past, kids have decorated their bicycles, motorized toy cars, wagons, or dressed up in costumes. The parade route will be on Main Street from 7th Avenue up to Boyd Block on 8th Avenue. Parents may walk with their kids. United Communications is giving all participants a goodie bag.

While you’re at Boyd Block,

stay for the Cutest and Most Talented Pet Contest to be held on stage. Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. The contest is open to any pet, not necessarily a dog or cat. If your pet has a talent, show it off! Langdon Hardware is donating the prizes for the awards.

Bill and Peggy Davis from Rough Rider Pedal Pulls will be coordinating a pull-on Saturday. A pedal pull is a competition for kids ages 4-12 where each child propels a kids' pedal tractor pulling a weighted sled.

The event will be state sanctioned, so first place winners of each age level are eligible to compete at the state competition, and those winners can go on to nationals. Kids who want to enter can register on Saturday morning starting at 11:00 a.m., and they do not need to bring any equipment. Tractors and sleds are built to specs and provided for the competitors, wiped clean between each user.

It will help to print and fill out the Pedal Pull Registration form posted on the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page ahead of time and bring it to registration. Boys and girls compete together, and there are no entry fees. FM Bank is sponsoring the awards for all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age level. Check out the Rough Rider Pedal Pulls Facebook page for all the rules of competition.

The Chamber is partnering cont. on page 2

St. Alphonsus School to celebrate 100 years Hakanson retires after 43 years “We are very proud of our dent with a smaller studentparty was held at Maple ManBy Jared Entzi Republican Writer

St. Alphonsus School is celebrating their 100th anniversary Friday, July 16th through Sunday, July 18th. They are welcoming all families to enjoy quality, fun time together playing games and doing activities o n t h e

school playground, which includes new playground equipment. On Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., the school will be open for everyone to walk around and reminisce on past memories and events. Pictures will be displayed, as well as music by teachers and past and present students. St. Alphonsus gear will be available for purchase. The 100th Celebration is open to everyone!

school and the great education that we provide, and we would love to share this event with everyone!” Carrie Hope shared.

"St. Alphonsus is incredibly thankful for the continued support from our community and students past and present and looks forward to sharing a won-

to-teacher ratio. Teachers work very hard to provide a strong and fun education for all of their students and look forward to continuing on with many more years of faith-based education.

For refreshments, there will be an ice cream social on Friday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. The Fire-

derful weekend with anyone who would like to participate."

Throughout the school year, students and staff have celebrated and enjoyed this wonderful 100th year of school.

Students have been hard at work practicing music and creating art for the celebration weekend. St. Alphonsus strives to keep up-to-date with curriculum and technology. They work closely with each stu-

men's Dinner will follow the ice cream social on Friday at the fire station; tickets are $15 for this supper. Saturday, the cafeteria will be open for business offering nachos and BBQs courtesy of Jan Wild. A pig roast supper will be held Saturday at 5: 00 p.m. following mass; a free will offering will be available.

The school is asking that all visitors sign the guest book

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By Kristi Mostoller Republican Writer

When we think of Maple Manor or Wheatland Estates, we think of family. Our family members go there to live so they can be taken care of by caring people. Connie Hakanson was one of them, from starting as a CNA and working

her way up to administrator for the last 28 years. After 43 years serving Maple Manor, it was time to retire. Her farewell

nor on June 30th. Connie’s main priority was the well-being of the residents, and she was very dedicated to her job and the people. She would have started when it was just the one main building that they still have the business office, laundry, and activities in.

Over Connie’s time, she has seen the facility grow to what it is today.

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Cavalier County Republican

Civic Meetings Langdon City Commission Monday, July 12, 6:00 p.m.

Langdon Airport Authority Wednesday, July 14, 5:00 p.m.

Langdon Park Board Monday, July 19, 4:30 p.m.

Munich School District Tuesday, July 20, 7:00 a.m.

Langdon Area School District Tuesday, July 20, 7:00 p.m.

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Music Fest ___________________________________________________continued from Page 1 with the Cavalier County Public playing at Music Fest again,” said tors must be 40 or more years Health District to provide se- band member Jake Kulland. “It’s old, and weigh 9,500 lbs. or less. curity, ID scanning, and wrist- been a couple years.”

Tractors will be categorized by banding at two law enforce“Hard Times” is a favorite local weight, and which class you enment kiosks. There is no cost to band with Kulland on bass gui- ter from: farm stock, improved, get your wrist band, and it will tar, Patrick Hoffarth on drums, super and turbo. Nacho Bizness signify that you are of age to Ted Delfs on lead guitar, and will be on site for food. This is purchase alcohol on Saturday Dennis Metzger on rhythm the 6th year the Pioneer Power evening. The Chamber and Pub- guitar. “Hard Times” plays a Pullers have hosted this event, lic Health have been coordinat- wide variety of rock and coun- with an expected 20-30 coming together for several years to try tunes, old standards to new petitors. There is a cash payout provide a safe environment for hits - everything from the Everly in every class. Admission is free. the festivities and street dance, Brothers and Waylon & Willie Location is 2 miles north from including clear cups for the bars to AC/DC to Bryan Adams and Junction Hwy 1 & 5, 5.5 miles and prohibiting outside alcohol. Chris Stapleton. The band has west.

Saturday night will come been going strong since 1982 Check out the Langdon alive when “Hard Times” takes when original members Den- Chamber of Commerce Faceto the Boyd Block stage at 8:30 nis Metzger, Bob Tapson, Tim book page, and watch for postp.m. They will keep the streets Cleary, and Roger Hill formed ers around town for more derocking until 1:00 a.m. The con- the group. tails and updated information cert/street dance is FREE and End the weekend with the on Music Fest Weekend. Celopen to the public. Having Pioneer Power Pullers who are ebrate summer, and come and “Hard Times” on stage will al- hosting a tractor pull on the join the fun! most be like “old times!”

18th of July. Weigh in begins at “We’re looking forward to 11 a.m., pull starts at 1 p.m. TracSAS 100th Celebration ___________________________________________________from Page 1 upon arrival to the event. If everyone throughout the up- alumni, and faculty members you are unable to attend, you coming years. have put towards making this may send your current address Mark your calendars for event a celebration to rememto carrie.hope@k12.nd.us as July16-18! Bring your family ber. they look forward to sharing over to St. Alphonsus, and enupcoming school news with joy the dedication the students,

First meeting for Cavalier County Commissioners meeting held in July

By Jared Entzi Republican Writer The Cavalier County Commission met on July 6th at 1:00 p.m. First on the agenda was Terry Johnston, who signed the road man salary increase sheet.

Discussion of advertising for a snowplow followed. Commissioner Dick made a motion to advertise for bids for a single axle snow plow truck, Greg Goodman seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Karen Kempert, emergencey manager, attended the meeting to discuss emergency funds.

The c ommissioners asked what is acceptable for the county to have/need to budget for emergency funds. Although no de-

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cisions have been made, some comissioners are thinking of lowering it from the current amount of $250,000.

The Munich ambulance budget was up next for review; Munich believes the disbursements are questionable for oncall EMTs right now. Concern about providing ample and appropriate service to the area is the most worrisome.

The manager for the Devils Lake Water Board met with the commissioners to discuss the Devils Lake Basin. The Devils Lake Water Board is requesting continued joint support from Cavalier County. Stanley Dick is concerned about the benefits we receive in return for our tax dollars being sent to them. Dick

would like to see the taxpayer's money go to something benefitting them. This will come up for review during the final budget.

Karen Kempert discussed with commissioners the need for a burn ban. She believes it's never a bad idea to have a conditional burn ban. Nick Moser brought up a fire the prior week, which was easy to combat without the previous dry conditions.

The commissioners agreed to not have a burn ban for the time being with continued review every two weeks.

The next Cavalier County Commission meeting will be held on July 20th.

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COMMUNITY APPRECIATION OPEN HOUSE

BURGER & BRAT COOKOUT Tuesday, July 13 • 5-8 p.m.

Nekoma Fire Hall Free will offering

Nekoma Fire Department thanks you for your continued support!

Community Calendar July 12 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 13 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m.

13 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Osnabrock 14 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 14 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m.

14 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Leever’s Run 8:45-10:45 a.m.

14 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 16 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Dollar General Run 9-11 a.m.

16 – Fireman’s Dinner, Activity Center, 5-8 p.m.

16-17 – St. Alphonsus 100th School Celebration 17 – Music Fest, Main Street 17 – Free kids movie at the ROXY, Happy Feet, 2 p.m.

19 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 20 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m.

21 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 21 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m.

21 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 21 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Leever’s Run 8:45-10:45 a.m.

22 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Osnabrock 23 – Missoula Children’s Theater performance, St. Alphonsus, 7 p.m.

23 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Dollar General Run 9-11 a.m.

24 – Missoula Children’s Theater performance, St. Alphonsus, 3 p.m.

26 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m.

27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Osnabrock 28 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Leever’s Run 8:45-10:45 a.m.

28 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 30 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Dollar General Run 9-11 a.m.

August 2-6 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - No out of town trips 5 – Post 98 Legion Meeting, American Legion Hall 11 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon

This public information advertisement is sponsored by the Cavalier County Republican and the following progressive area businesses: • Farmers Union Oil Co. • United Communications • Christie Motors, Inc. • Erling’s Oil • Langdon Implement Co., Inc.

• Farmers & Merchants State Bank • Langdon Eagles Club • Cavalier Rural Electric Co-op.

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PCHPC invites you to learn about Pembina County National Register Properties The Pembina County Historical Preservation Commission invites the public to visit, explore, and learn about the Pembina County National Register Properties this summer. The July event is being held July 21 in Walhalla where the public is invited to learn more about the Kittson Trading Post and the Walla Theater.

North Dakota’s oldest building is the Kittson Trading Post located in the Walhalla State Historical Site. Though not a National Register property, the public is invited to visit the site from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to learn more about Norman Kittson and this State Historic Site. Kittson opened a trading post with a store and warehouse in St. Joseph (Walhalla) about 1852 as a representative of the American Fur Company. The commercial activity generated by the oxcart trade had drawn many Métis families to the area, and by 1849, there was a resident population of one thousand. However, due to the declining buffalo population, the Riel Rebellion in Canada, and the opening of US Land Offices, by 1877 only a handful of Métis lived in St. Joseph and quickly were replaced by Scandinavian immigrants. In 1899 the Kittson store and warehouse were reportedly serving as stables for the Bellevue Hotel in downtown Walhalla. In hopes of preserving a relic of the fur trade, one of the buildings was dismantled, moved, and rebuilt on its current location at Walhalla State Historic Site in 1904. The site is located on Martyr Drive two blocks southwest of the intersection of ND 32 and Central Ave. in Walhalla.

The Walla Theater will be open to the public at 6:30 with a National Register plaque presentation at 7:00. This 40’x 120’ theater was designed by Perry Crosier and Sons, architects, of Minneapolis and built by Swedberg Construction Co. beginning in late 1949 at a cost of $100,000 for owner Peter Campbell.

The grand opening was held June 22, 1950. According to a June 15, 1950, article in the Walhalla Mountaineer, "the theater features an art stone front. Its spacious lobby and foyer is in green, gray and red, with green and gray walls and doors, with a red oak leaf wall design. The auditorium has a dark green bottom trim, with light green and gray walls, also with red trim and design.

Leedom rugs, which will carpet the foyer and the aisles, are in light red

and tan. The 446 seats in the auditorium and cry room are some of the finest. The canopy has both flood and running lights with two big name signs on each side in neon.”

The theater was closed in 1982, but due to the foresight and work of the Gorge Arts and Heritage Council, the Walla Theater reopened in May 2019 and is again an important segment of the Walhalla community.

The Walla was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on May 17, 2010.

An additional Walhalla National Register property is the Gringras Trading Post, not available on July 21 for tour. Built in the 1840s by Antoine Gingras, a prominent fur trader, the post and the Gingras home are two of the few tangible remains of the fur trade era. Both buildings have been restored to their original appearance by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The site with interpretive signage is open to the public year-round. The site is located at 12899 105th St. NE, Walhalla. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on May 21, 1975.

Other National Register Property open houses will be held in Drayton in August and Cavalier/Mountain in September. The Pembina and Walsh County National Register Properties, the Pembina Walsh Historic Trail, and other historic places to visit are featured in a newly updated brochure available at North Dakota rest areas and throughout the two counties. The brochure provides for a self-guided tour of National Register properties and information about geocaching at historic locations in the two counties.

The purpose of the Pembina County Historic Preservation Commission is to establish a program for the designation, preservation, protection, renovation, and use of historic properties within Pembina County. The summer open house project is financed in part with federal funds from the National Park Service, United States Department of Interior, and is administered by the State Historical Society of North Dakota.

For further information about the Walhalla Open House event or the Pembina County Historic Preservation Commission email to pembinachpc@gmail.com or call 701265-4691.

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Brush with the Bunch

Art gallery opens in Walhalla! by Marlo Miller Republican Editor Oil paintings, watercolors, handmade rugs, homemade jellies, knitted scarves, photography....there‘s a little bit of everything at the Gorge Art Gallery and Gifts in Walhalla.... This is how Marlo Miller, former editor of the Cavalier County Republican, began the article concerning the opening of the Gorge Gallery and Gifts that has been the home of the Brush Bunch since we were invited by Kathy Stremick, the Chamber Director at the time, to move our activities there. Another one of our community-minded projects with and for the Walhalla area. We, the Brush Bunch, had been meeting at the St. Boniface Community Center for several years; we also held several art shows and sales there in early May. As we grew in number, it was only natural that we looked for a larger place where we could show our art and have our regular meetings. In 2010 we willingly and happily accepted the invitation from Kathy to move into the Chamber Building - lock, stock and barrel. This gave us the opportunity to expand our membership, offer classes, enjoy having a "dining“ area, storage area and hosting art-related activities. The Brush Bunch was no stranger to the Chamber; in 2007 Frankie, Laurel and Leona (Brush Bunch members), started the Gorge Art Gallery and Gifts in the Chamber Building providing an opportunity for more showcasing for art and other gift items. We expanded on this by adding a Upper Archives area where we display a piece of art from former and retired members of the club; this is getting quit full and is enjoyed by many who visit the Gallery. Stop by and view this special area. You may find a painting by Mom, Grandma or even Great-grandma. We continue to meet every Tuesday from 10 until 4 with a brown bag lunch at Noon topped with a dessert furnished by an assigned hostess. An extra perk to all this is we have the opportunity to decorate the two large windows in the front of the gallery. Shown is a photo of the Chamber/Gorge Gallery taken by Paul Bonamie- the window on the right is maintained by the Brush Bunch and the one on the left by the Chamber. Strangely enough, all Brush Bunch members are members of the Chamber. The windows are changed quarterly and are also seasonal.

Last Tuesday, we held our first meeting of the year with 14 members present, led by co-president Susan Danielson. We welcomed three new members: Paula Holen, Patty McMillian and Karen Givand. An ice cream treat was served by Leona Schneider. "Proofreading is a dying art; red tape holds up new bridge – You mean there‘s something stronger than duct tape." Enjoy, and God Bless!

by Leo Beauchamp

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Please join us

Community Appreciation Lunch Door Prizes

Kari M. Agotness

(Eagles incase of inclement weather)

As a Judge of the District Court Northeast Judicial District

July 23, 2021 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Cavalier County Courthouse 901 3rd Street Langdon, ND

Wednesday, July 14 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Boyd Block Plaza

Door Prizes!

Member FDIC

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Open house reception to follow at the North Meeting Room, Cavalier County Courthouse.

Please allow time to clear security.

Farmers Market Mid-July – Sept.

Thursdays 4 p.m.

St. Alphonsus Park

Serving: Pulled Me at, Sides & Dessert

Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce

MUSIC FEST For more info on any of these events: 701-256-3079 or find us on Facebook: Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce

Summer Events 25/26th Annual Rendezvous Region Music Fest June 12 July 16-17

25/26TH ANNUAL RENDEZVOUS REGION FREE

Street Dance

JULY

St. Alphonsus School 100th Celebration June 20 – Cavalier County Museum July 16-17 Tractor Pull July 18 – 219 miles N of junctions 1 Club & 5, then June – Langdon Country half mile W at the golf course road at Riley Bata’s yard, 1 p.m.

June 26 NDSU LREC & Northern Canola Growers Association Field Days & Golf Tourney July 22

Starts June 26 Missoula Children’s Theater “Emperor’s New Clothes” July 23, 7 p.m. • July 24, 3 p.m.

July 3 – Softball Fields Movie in the Park Aug. 5 – Dusk Wine About Langdon July 22 Wine Walk Oct. 7

16 & 17

FRIDAY July 16

Fire Hall

Rendezvous Region Rod Run

July 16-17

Saturday - July 17 10 a.m. - Noon FREE July 23, 7 p.m. July 24, 2 p.m. sidewalk chalk andAug. jumpropes 5 – Dusk for kids of all ages

July 18 – West side of Dan’s Car Wash, 1 p.m.

*While supplies last

rendezvousregionrodrun.webs.com Check facebook for updates

HARD TIMES (2) ID kiosks for 21 yrs. & older

FREE

Street Dance

SATURDAY July 17

• RENDEZVOUS REGION ROD RUN Continues • CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALES - All Day, Main Street • ND DEPT. OF HEALTH POP-UP VACCINE CLINIC, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

• KIDDIE PARADE, 10 a.m.

• PET CONTEST, 10:30 a.m. – Rat & Sarah emceeing • FIRE & EMS TRUCKS & PERSONNEL, Main Street, 10:30 a.m. – noon • FOOD VENDORS - Main Street • KIDS PEDAL PULL - Main Street, FREE Registration 11:30 a.m., ages 4-11 • CHICKEN BINGO - 4 p.m., Main Street • HARD TIMES - 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m., Boyd Block Stage • FIREWORKS!

St. Alphonsus School 100th Celebration

Friday, July 16 – Ice Cream Social 2-4 p.m.

Saturday, July 17 – School tours, lunch, music & family fun 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Mass with the Bishop, 4 p.m.

Pig Roast Supper following Mass, sponsored by the SAS Foundation, 5-7 p.m.

Opinion

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Upside Down Under

By Marvin Baker

An anniversary nobody wants A memorial has been established and is in place; Le Musi-Cafe is rebuilt and is once again the go-to tavern in town and from an outsider looking in, everything appears normal. The truth is, Lac-Megantic, Quebec, will never again be normal.

Tuesday, July 6 marked the eighth anniversary of the worst rail disaster in modern Canadian history. It happened late on the night of July 6, 2013, and into the next day, and it has a western North Dakota connection.

A train carrying Bakken crude oil rolled down a long grade and derailed in the town of Lac-Megantic.

As it did, it impacted Le Musi-Cafe and exploded. The detonation annihilated Lac-Megantic’s downtown area and 30 of the 47 people who died in that tragedy were young people celebrating a Friday night out on the town. As reports in the days following the accident are recalled, firefighters told the Canadian media that oil wasn’t supposed to explode and burn. It is just supposed to burn.

All of this happened before most people knew that Bakken crude was highly volatile and had the chemical makeup to ignite like gasoline. As a result, firefighters from as far away as northern Maine were dispatched to Lac-Megantic thinking they were going to fight an oil fire, but they couldn’t get the fire out because they were using the wrong tools. Somebody had placed the wrong placards on each rail car and many were later correctly identified.

The train left a loading facility in New Town and traveled through a number of major cities; Milwaukee, Chicago, Detroit, Toronto and Montreal before destroying the town of Lac-Megantic, a community of 6,000 in Quebec’s Eastern Townships. The latest population indicates that the community lost about 100 people following the disaster. Initially, gobs of people were moving away, some just to get away from the horror of it all in seeing some of their friends perish.

The explosion not only leveled the downtown section of Lac-Megantic but contaminated the drinking water supply as well as an adjacent lake also named Lac-Megantic.

The local newspaper, L’Echo du Frontenac, did what any Pulitzer

Prize winning newspaper would do. It captured the horror in photographs and human testimony.

The TV stations came down from Montreal and showed video, but they weren’t there in the seconds and minutes as it was happening. Rene Tremblay was the editor of L’Echo, and although he never admitted it, the tragedy bothered him a lot and still does. He, instead, tried focusing on his job at hand and did a remarkable job through it all.

The Canadian government launched an investigation as to why something like this would have happened, and over the course of about two years, the federal government decided the oil on the train was labeled wrong and that parking brakes weren’t applied properly on the locomotives. Also in the months following the accident, lawyers started showing up in Lac-Megantic like vultures after a steer dies in the desert. They began taking their own testimony from those who survived the accident. It didn’t take the legal team long to figure out they had plenty of fodder for law suits. As time went on, a total of 27 lawsuits, including class-action suits, were filed against the railroad, the engineers, the company that loaded the oil as well as the oil companies that chose not to disclose that Bakken crude was volatile and dangerous.

Even in the aftermath of the disaster, North Dakota’s head of mineral resources insisted Bakken crude wasn’t dangerous, and he was going to release a white paper to clarify that. Then a train blew up just west of Casselton and that put that false narrative to rest. Numerous Bakken crude trains exploded after Lac-Megantic, but none of them had the magnitude of the Quebec calamity because of the enormous loss of life. It took something like seven explosions before the industry finally started manufacturing safer rail cars that could actually transport the crude with much less risk of explosion.

Yes, Lac-Megantic appears to be back to normal after the Quebec provincial government and the Canadian federal government poured hundreds of millions of dollars into the community. The death toll remains in people’s minds and most likely always will. It was an incredibly sad affair, but the people of LacMegantic came through it with grace and dignity.

The United States Congress North Dakota lawmakers

Senator John Hoeven

G11 DIRKSEN SENATE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-2551 hoeven.senate.gov/contact_form.cfm

Senator Kevin Cramer

B40C DIRKSEN SENATE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-2043

Congressman Kelly Armstrong 1004 LONGWORTH HOB WASHINGTON, DC 20515 PHONE: (202) 225-2611

Where frequent elections end, tyranny begins Students of the Constitution often ask for an explanation of the Constitutional Convention’s rationale for distinguishing the length of terms for members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.

Why, they wonder, do Representatives serve two-year terms, while Senators serve six-year terms?

The starting point for analysis of Article I, Section 2 and 3, of the Constitution, as James Madison wrote in Federalist No. 52, is to understand that the entire debate in the Philadelphia Convention and, for that matter, throughout the country, occurred within the frame of a “proverbial” observation: “Where frequent elections end, tyranny begins.” Among the founders of our nation, there was no debate that “frequent elections” were critical to holding our congressional representatives accountable to the people, lest they forget their “dependence” on the people, whom they serve.

There was, however, no universal agreement on what “frequent elections” meant. Most state constitutions provided for annual elections of state officials, which provided an historical platform for the framers’ debates on the proper length of a term in the House and the Senate. For some, annual elections were more democratic and required representatives to heed the views of constituents. Parsing the logic of that viewpoint, Madison wondered whether “daily, weekly or monthly” elections might better serve those criteria?

The framers’ debates on the question of the duration of a term went off in many directions. For House members, the preferences ranged from one to two to three years. For Senators, proposals included four, six- and seven-year terms, service

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during good behavior and even life tenure. There was no magical number, and advocates of various positions admitted as much. “Brutus,” an anti-Federalist, for example, acknowledged in a paper published on April 10, 1788, that, “It is difficult to fix the precise period for which the senate should be chosen.” He nevertheless believed a six-year term was too long.

In the end, the framers’ deliberations, as Madison observed, were guided by the question of whether too-frequent elections would prevent members of Congress from acquiring sufficient knowledge of the “common interests” of the nation, and the necessary experience required of those who would write laws and determine policies that would govern an expansive nation, what Madison characterized in Federalist No. 53 as, “the great theater of the United States.” Annual elections, Madison explained, might actually interfere with congressional representatives’ on-the-job training and education.

The length of terms for each chamber, moreover, should reflect the duties and powers of its members, as well as constituents’ expectations of their representatives.

The decision to establish a twoyear term for members of the House reflected the Convention’s belief that Representatives would be close to the people and, in the spirit of democracy-in-action, likely to give voice to constituents’ immediate needs and demands, and serve as a vent for their emotions, including frustrations and anger. Their perspective would focus more on shortterm, rather than long-term interests of the nation. A two-year term, it could be said, would keep members of the House on a short leash and ensure frequent consultation with the citizenry. Two years, Madison asserted, would be sufficient to acquire knowledge of “the principal objects of federal legislation.”

These considerations shaped the framers’ decision to balance the more intimate and direct nature of representation in the House with a more detached conception of representation in the Senate, which would be influenced by a six-year year term in

office. While House members would emphasize short-term interests, Senators would, it was expected, focus on the long-terms interests of the United States. Like their counterparts in the House, Senators would be expected to acquire knowledge necessary to write laws and policies to govern our nation, but these members of the Upper Chamber would exercise additional powers that reflected what Madison, in Federalist No. 62, called “senatorial trust.”

The constitutional allocation of powers to the Senate, not exercised by the House, such as shared authority with the president over treaties and appointments, reflects the framers’ view that the Senate should be focused, generally, on the long-term commitments of the nation. This is not true of every power, of course, since the House shares with the Senate the war power — the authority to take the nation to war — which certainly can entail the most solemn implications for the future of the United States. However, a six-year term for the Senate was designed to encourage stability, continuity and longrange planning in policy matters, including foreign policy and treaty making, and the administration of government, as glimpsed in the appointment of federal judges and ambassadors, among other officials.

A revolving door of Senators coming and going on, say, an annual, biennial or triennial basis, likely would undermine the framers’ hopes for a mature institution, weighing the pros and cons of policies, treaties and appointments from the perspective of long-term national interests.

This historical explanation is not to say that the framers’ hopes have been fulfilled.

Adler is president of The Alturas Institute, created to advance American Democracy through promotion of the Constitution, civic education, equal protection and gender equality.

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ND Matters: Abortion issue muddier than ever

By Lloyd Omdahl Most of the state legislatures have terminated their business for the year, leaving the abortion issue unsolved, most likely because it is an unsolvable issue that straddles the secular and spiritual worlds, making it a political as well as a theological enigma.

Since the protection of life has been a responsibility of society through government action, politicians are bound to get involved. Unfortunately, no issue can be considered objectively these days because perspectives are jaundiced by a political system gone awry.

In the recent legislative sessions, a couple of states have loosened restrictions on abortion while more states have moved to make it more difficult.

But the sizes of the opposing groups have remained the same for 50 years.

Bible No Guide Many pro-life advocates have made abortion a religious issue even

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though there is no specific guidance in the Old or the New Testament to oppose or support any point of view.

So for literalists it is necessary to rely on the general tenor of the New Testament to conclude that abortion is a religious matter.

The most common argument used by pro-abortion folks is that it doesn’t seem right to abort a being made in the image of God. In addition, humans are the pride of God’s creation and the object of His unending love which means that messing with God’s stuff is above our pay grade.

Denominationally, the issue runs the gamut between total restriction to total freedom. Evangelical churches are the most restrictive, outdoing the Catholic Church on its own issue. A majority of Catholic parishioners favor abortion.

Pope vs. U. S. Bishops For the Catholic Church, the issue has been muddied by a standoff between the pope and the U. S. Bishops. Pope Francis likes Joe Biden and wants to give him a pass on communion while the U. S. Bishops lean to denying communion to any political officeholder who is pro-choice.

This difference between the pope and his bishops undermines the antiabortion position of the Church. If the pope goes soft, the high ground will be lost. He would be in tune with the parishioners but not the bishops, making a hard line on abortion difficult to maintain.

Unwanted Pregnancies One facet to the abortion issue that is never adequately addressed is the equal accountability for both prospective parents. When life’s circumstances result in an unwanted preg-

nancy, it’s the woman whose life is at stake. The man, a polygamist by nature, accepts no blame or shame, and it’s just a joke when he leaves town.

Most moralists rush to judgment when it comes to an unwanted pregnancy. A common proposal has been to offer more education for every person breaking into the sex world. But, we say, if we educate teenagers about sex, they’ll become more active.

Now let’s quit kidding ourselves.

What was going on in your school when you were a teenager? Kids were engaging in sex and you – and everyone else - knew it. Uninformed kids were the ones swept into unwanted pregnancies.

Academic Theory Unwanted pregnancies happen in marriages when the sex-driven males pressure wives to take chances, knowing that the wives will live with mishaps. And, of course, some Christian theologies require submission.

Oh, I know the Bible says that both should love and respect one another, but that is only academic theory as soon as the lights are out.

Because women have the most to lose, they should have as much say as men in abortion decisions. Unfortunately, we live in a world still dominated by men who control legislatures and churches, using their male values in decisions.

As a society, we could do many things to reduce the use of abortion.

However, we would first need to have a rational understanding of the realities involved and nothing can be rational these days.

Lloyd Omdahl is a former state lieutenant governor and professor at UND.

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Dakota Gardener: Spaceships

By Tom Kalb, in the garden Horticulturist NDSU Extension

Did you ever play basketball on your driveway?

I loved shooting hoops. I often pretended I was playing in a championship game. The imaginary crowd was cheering, and the final seconds were ticking off the clock.

Five-four-three-two-one.

I would shoot the ball, hoping to make the winning basket.

Unfortunately, my basketball shots usually missed the basket and bounced into my neighbor’s garden.

Mr. Manion, my neighbor, was an avid gardener and a kind man. One day he asked me to come look at his garden.

I was a worried he noticed my latest basketball shot knocked over some of his bean plants. Instead, Mr. Manion wanted to show me a new vegetable he just harvested.

I had never seen that type of vegetable before. It looked weird.

It looked like a spaceship from Mars!

He sliced the UFO (unidentified food object) with his pocketknife and offered it to me.

The vegetable tasted like mild cabbage.

“Not bad,” I said.

I thanked him and ran away, hoping he would not see the damaged bean plants.

That introduction to kohlrabi was 50 years ago, and I will never forget it. Kohlrabi is so different. It looks crazy.

And it tastes so good. July is the best month to sow it.

The days are getting shorter, and fall is coming. We are coming upon a great time to sow many vegetables.

Baby beets, kale and Swiss chard can be sown now.

Don’t forget about herbs. You can sow basil and cilantro now, dry them later, and enjoy them during winter.

In two to three weeks, we can be sowing spaceships (kohlrabi), spinach and turnips.

Many vegetables taste better when they ripen in the fall. The cool nights of autumn will increase the sweetness of the vegetables.

The best example of this is radishes. Many of us sow radishes in the spring. When we harvest them in early summer, they often taste bitter.

That’s because the bulbs developed under warm temperatures.

If you sow your radishes in August, the bulbs will develop during the cool nights of September. The radishes will be crisp and mild. You will be amazed at the difference!

To plant a fall garden, begin by removing any debris from vegetables that have stopped producing. For me, it’s the old pea, lettuce and spinach plants.

Then replenish the soil with a light layer of compost or peat moss.

A light application of fertilizer also will restore the soil’s fertility.

Sow your seeds when the soil is moist. Sow varieties that will ripen before our first hard frost, which is typically Sept. 25 to Oct. 5.

The soil is warm this time of year.

You may wish to mulch the soil with some clean straw. Keep the soil a little moist until the seedlings get established.

North Dakota State University is testing several promising varieties of fall vegetables this year. We’ll send you a sample of seeds for free if you tell us how they perform in your garden.

Please contact me at tom.kalb@ ndsu.edu. I will send you our 2021 fall catalog. All gardeners are welcome, and hundreds of families participate in these trials every year.

Seed supplies are limited.

Children are especially encouraged to participate in these trials.

They can grow their own spaceships in their garden.

For more information about gardening, contact your local NDSU Extension agent. Find the Extension office for your county at https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/extension/directory/counties.

Prairie Fare: Smile and say ‘leafy greens’

“They ate all of it!” I exclaimed.

“You thought they were cute,” my husband commented.

“Not anymore,” I replied.

By this time, I was stomping across the field, looking for the invader. I saw some fuzzy ears poking up above the slightly tall grass.

The furry varmint was about the size of a young kangaroo. He loped across the former prairie as though he owned the place. Prairies were the homeland of bountiful jackrabbits.

My family and I oversee several 4- by 4-foot-square gardens at our church. The rabbit and his kin had eaten all the lettuce. The green beans were reduced to skinny stalks without leaves.

This was not Peter Cottontail’s work. “Jack the Rabbit” and his buddies are large hares in the Leporidae family. Maybe Harold the Hungry Hare would be a better name, or perhaps, Harriet.

We had created a perfect inground salad bar. It was a bountiful bunny buffet.

“I should put up a camera,” my husband noted.

The wildlife, including squirrels, in our backyard have entertained us as we watch on “candid camera.”

Harold the Hungry Hare probably would grin and say “leafy greens” at the camera, I thought to myself.

We have a large newly formed community garden at our church.

The hares have taken up a new spot behind the church. We have provided some tasty tidbits.

They avoided eating the tomato and potato plants. Those plants are in the nightshade family, and their leaves are toxic in high doses. They also left the zucchini and other squash plants alone.

I will be happy to leave some zucchini for the rabbits later in the season.

Essential worker crossborder vaccination initiative reaches milestone with 2,500 doses to Manitoba truck drivers The Essential Worker CrossBorder Vaccination Initiative has reached a new milestone, with more than 2,500 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine given to Manitoba truck drivers in North Dakota, Premier Brian Pallister and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum announced today.

“Thanks to the generosity of our southern neighbors in North Dakota, we’ve been able to boost Manitoba’s vaccination efforts and protect truck drivers who are working tirelessly through the pandemic to deliver essential goods and services to Manitobans and across the border,” said Pallister. “Based on demand from Manitobans passing through North Dakota on their delivery routes, the successful partnership is extended through July and this strong cross-border cooperation will continue to benefit both our communities and our economies.”

“The success of this first-of-itskind program between North Dakota and Manitoba is a testament to our strong commitment to protecting public health and providing safe, effective vaccines to those essential workers who transport goods and services across our border,” Burgum said. “By extending the program through July, we can continue to protect the health of our citizens and our economies as we move closer to the reopening of our shared border.”

Announced in April, the Essential Worker Cross-Border Vaccination Initiative has coordinated the

opportunity for Manitoba-based truck drivers transporting goods to and from the United States to schedule immunization appointments on routine trips. The first clinic opened April 21 at a northbound rest area on Interstate 29 (I-29) near Drayton, N.D. To date, 2,523 doses have been administered to Manitoba truck drivers in North Dakota, with 1,719 receiving a first dose and 804 receiving a second dose. Pallister noted the Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) and its members have helped the province identify and coordinate to recruit eligible individuals.

The state and province established a joint operations group to manage the initiative, with the North Dakota Department of Health providing nurses and other staff to administer first and second doses. There is no cost to the state or province as the U.S. government supplies the vaccine and reimburses the costs to administer.

The North Dakota Department of Health has extended the Drayton pop-up vaccination clinic through the month of July to accommodate Canadian traffic. The department noted an average of 45 to 50 Canadians are vaccinated each day at that site. It has also arranged a weekend pop-up site at the GasTrak off I-29 in Pembina, N.D. Manitoban truck drivers are currently able to get vaccinated at two clinics in North Dakota: • GasTrak at 700 W Stutsman St. in Pembina every Saturday and

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These locations and hours will be effective through July.

What can you do to deter wildlife and save your food for yourself?

We can’t play Elmer Fudd and Bugs Bunny, not in the city anyway.

You can try chicken wire fences and items that deter wildlife with noise, movement or light. Some people use a homemade cayenne pepper and vegetable oil mixture as a nontoxic deterrent for rabbits and other animals.

I would like the rabbits to eat the weeds. We have an abundance of purslane and lamb’s quarters. Those are edible for us, too. The thistles would not be comfortable to chew on, but they probably are fiber-rich, too.

Lettuce and other leafy greens provide vitamin C, which helps our immune system stay strong and helps us maintain the health of our skin, blood vessels and bones. Leafy greens are available in a variety of colors and flavors at your grocery store, farmers market or in your backyard garden.

Challenge yourself to try a variety of leafy greens. Try some looseleaf, butterhead or romaine. You can find red and green varieties of lettuce. If you want a little natural “kick” in your salad, add some peppery arugula.

Beet greens, swiss chard and kale are nutrition all-stars that add variety and nutrition to your salad. Try growing some microgreens, which are immature greens. You can grow them inside all year.

Many of us shortchange ourselves on the amount of vegetables we should consume daily, which averages about 3 cups per day for most adults.

Color can be a cue to nutrition.

Aim for a menu with the range of the colors of the rainbow. In general, vegetables with a dark green, orange or gold hue are more likely to be high in vitamin A. In general, people do not eat enough food from the dark green and orange subgroups of vegetables.

Here’s a calorie control tip for salads. Instead of drowning your salad in dressing, put your dressing in a small bowl. Dip the tines of your fork in the dressing before taking a bite.

Think like Harold, Peter and others in the rabbit family: Eat more leafy greens and other veggies.

Have you tried making salad in a jar? You can use a Mason jar (the type used in canning) or another large glass jar with a cover. Your layered salad is rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Here’s an example of how to layer a salad in a jar.

Create-your-own Salad in a Jar Add 2 tablespoons of your favorite salad dressing to the bottom of the jar (or bring in a separate container to add later).

Add a layer of “hard” vegetables, such as carrots, cucumbers, broccoli and radishes. These vegetables protect the layers from getting soggy.

Add cooked beans or brown rice next.

Add protein such as canned tuna, hard-cooked eggs, leftover roasted chicken or other protein.

If desired, add soft vegetables or fruits such as avocado slices, tomato chunks or diced strawberries.

Add nuts or seeds, such as almonds, walnuts or sunflower seeds.

Add salad greens, especially dark green ones (romaine, etc.)

Top the jar with the lid and store in the refrigerator. When you carry it to work, try an insulated lunch bag to keep it cool.

You can shake your salad to mix and eat out of the jar or put it on a plate.

Use within four days for best quality.

(Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. Follow her on Twitter @jgardenrobinson)

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Daniel Peter Hoffarth

A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held July 10, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. at the Hampton Inn in Grand Forks for Daniel Peter Hoffarth, 80, who died on June 17, 2021, at his home in Arizona.

Daniel was born August 4,1940, in Langdon, the son of Tony and Lavina Hoffarth, along with seven other siblings. He graduated in Langdon from St. Alphonsus School in 1958. He always enjoyed going back home to reunions and other special events. He continued schooling and went to college in Wahpeton at the State School of Science for two years to receive his as-

Obituaries sociates degree in business. In 1985, he married Coralee Kennelly and gained a family of three: Lisa, Matthew, and Marty. He was always involved in whatever community or business he was at. He had been a Knights of Columbus member since 1960, a treasurer for so many boards and groups, a volunteer firefighter for the Langdon Fire Department, and part owner of Universal Parts in Langdon. He moved to Grafton and worked at the Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts store until he decided to buy his own store in Cass Lake, Minn. He eventually decided to sell the store, and they moved to Billings, Mont. where he worked at the Bumper to Bumper warehouse until he retired. He and Coralee went to Indio, Calif. during the wintertime and enjoyed that for a few

years until they decided to move back to Minnesota and live on Lake Andrusia. They then decided to move to Becker, Minn. to be closer to their daughter until they bought a home in Casa Grande, Ariz. to enjoy warmer weather. He had many talents - making wooden pens was one of them. He also enjoyed playing cards, watching basketball, collecting coins, and always keeping busy. His greatest achievement was being a father and #1 uncle to many of his nieces and nephews. Family meant the world to him. He will be greatly missed and will be remembered for his huge heart and kind nature, his reliability and respect for others, his devout Catholic faith, and the love he generously shared with family and friends.

GOD FORGIVES. LET HIM. Feeling guilty? Many people do. Reasons range from broken homes to unbroken habits. Whatever the cause, it’s an ugly feeling.

Guilt is both the fact of having done wrong and the feeling of blame for doing it. It’s worst when the way you live leaves you empty, frustrated, and filled with regret, but there is a solution.

Face the fact and remember God forgives. Then let him!

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til the time of his death. He was a member of Vikur Lutheran Church in Mountain. He loved his family; he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed tinkering and loved to farm.

Gordon is survived by his children: Gordon D. (Sharon) Sondeland of Langdon, Linda (Russ) Ramsey of West Fargo, Gregg (Sharon) Sondeland of Edinburg, Vicki (Jim) Corneillie of Fargo; son-in-law Ken Omlie of Lankin; 11 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Eunice; daughter Deborah Omlie; three infant daughters; two infant sons; and siblings: Lawrence, Evelyn and John.

Tollefson Funeral Home of Grafton was in charge of the arrangements. An online guestbook is available at www.tollefsonfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Services were held on Friday, July 9, 2021, at the Salem Bible Church in Munich for Joy R. Schultz, 78, of Devils Lake and Munich, who passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Eventide Heartland Care Center in Devils Lake. She will be laid to rest in the South Salem Cemetery, rural Munich.

Joy Ruth Wolven, daughter of Fred and Edna (Benson) Wolven, was born on February 22, 1943, at McFall, Miss. She grew up in rural McFall on the family farm. She graduated from Bethany High School in Bethany, Mo., with the class of 1961. She continued her education, attending a business school on Omaha, Neb. She then began working at Northwest Bell and later for Mutual of Omaha Insurance. While working in Omaha, she would meet her beloved, Melroy Schultz. He was part of a group of farmers who would go down to Omaha every winter and get jobs to help support themselves and family. Well, love bloomed, and she and Melroy were united in marriage on April 5, 1964, at a rural church just a short distance from the Wolven home in rural McFall, Mo. After marriage, she and Melroy lived and worked in Omaha for a time then moved to the Munich area where Melroy began farming with his parents, and they started their family. She worked in the Munich School System for over 21 years, first as a paraprofessional

in the kindergarten and elementary grades and eventually as the secretary and business manager for the Munich School and later also the Starkweather School. She was a dedicated, hard-working employee up until her stroke in 2001 which forced her to retire. She was an active member of the Salem Mennonite Church and Ladies Mission Society. She also belonged to the local homemaker's club for a time. She was an avid reader, a talented seamstress, and always had a big garden on the farm. First and foremost, she was a devoted wife, loving mother, caring grandmother, and greatgrandmother. She loved her Lord and Savior and believed in His promises. She felt truly blessed to have the love and support of family and friends throughout these many years.

Joy is survived by her husband of over 57 years, Melroy; sons: Dwight (Grace) Schultz of Sterling Heights, Mich. and Durwood Schultz of Devils Lake; grandchildren: Katherine (David) Sims and their daughter, Finley Joy, all of Sterling Heights, Mich. and Daniel (Maria) Schultz of Greer, S.C.; brother Jay Wolven of Bethany, Mo.; sisters-in-law: Bertha Rodriguez of Kansas City, Mo., Cathy Wolven, Galena, Mo., and Lorraine (John) Heibert, Dallas, Ore. and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers John and Joe Wolven, and in-laws Willard and Katherine Schultz.

Gilbertson Funeral Home of Devils Lake was in charge of arrangements.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, July 9, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savage, Minn. for Leonard Mark Gross, 88, a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, of Apple Valley, Minn. and formerly of Lakeville, Minn., who went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2021. Private family interment was at Union Cemetery in Osnabrock.

Leonard was born on March 28, 1933, in Nekoma, to Louis and Amelia Gross and grew up on a farm near Milton. After high school, he served in the US Army. He graduated from Milton High School in 1951 and from the University of North Dakota at Grand Forks in 1959 with a bachelor’s degree. On September 14, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart, Marlys Gwendolyn Poier, of Osnabrock. In 1996, Marlys passed away at the age of 62 from cancer. His career in data processing spanned many years with IBM,

SBC, and Control Data. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed flying a single-engine plane and woodworking. He built cabinets, clocks, tables and more. His pride was the grandfather’s clock he built. He was also an avid reader and active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savage.

Leonard was preceded in death by his wife, Marlys; parents; brothers: William Gross (Ione), Adolph Gross (Martha), Otto Gross, Edward Gross; and sisters: Lucille Kartes (Cy) and Helen Fahnlander (Jack).

Leonard is survived by his daughter, Kathy Schoen (Mike), of Lakeville, Minn.; son Mark Gross (Lori) of Scandia, Kan.; grandchildren: Ashley Gross of Seattle, Wash., Greg Gross (Shelby Noel) of Manhattan, Kan. and Julie Gross of Williamsburg, Va.; sisters-in-law: Vi Gross and Lorrayne Zobrak; and several nieces and nephews.

Arrangements were with McNearney-Schmidt Funeral Home of Shakopee, Minn. Condolences may be shared at www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com.

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Graveside services were held Thursday, July 8, 2021, at the Hoff Lutheran Cemetery, rural Adams, for Gordon M. Sondeland, 92, of Hensel, who passed away Friday, July 2, 2021, at Wedgewood Manor of Cavalier, N.D. Gordon was born May 24, 1929, in Auburn, the son of the late John and Birdine “Birdie” (Swanson) Sondeland. He attended and graduated from Mountain High School.

He was a mechanic and started farming in the early 1950’s. He was united in marriage to Eunice (Elton) Sondeland on April 28, 1948, in Crookston, Minn. The couple made their home near Hensel where he continued to make his home un-

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A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021, at Brooks Funeral Home in Langdon for Debra Jo Cooper, 62, of Langdon, who passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.

Deb was born May 8, 1959, on Ladd Air Force Base in Fairbanks, Alaska, to Earl Wayne and Janice Elaine (Hanson) Cooper. She graduated from Monterey High School in Lubbock, Texas, in 1977. She joined the U.S. Army in 1977 after graduation. She completed her basic training at Fort Gordon, Ga. She was then stationed in Stuttgart, Germany. After her return to the states, she completed her military service at Fort Bragg, N.C. She then moved back home to Lubbock, Texas, to re-

turn to her family. It was there that she began her career in carpentry, working for Lee Lewis Construction. She moved to Hannah in 1998.

She enjoyed making new friends and learning new job skills. She truly loved small town life. She worked various jobs in Hannah, Wales, and Frost Fire. She enjoyed being busy and was ready to try her skills at almost any trade. She moved to Grand Forks to pursue her career in carpentry. She was a very talented finish carpenter but also worked on much larger sites. She was proud of her work with concrete and helped build the Wal-Mart at 32nd and Columbia in Grand Forks. She also worked on the parking garage at the University of North Dakota on Columbia Avenue, also located in Grand Forks. After finishing her career in construction, she moved here to Langdon to help care for her parents. She loved golf, her guns, her cats, music, and appreciated a good

By Peggy Davis Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Board President

and North Prairie Ag. Our local EMS and firefighters will have trucks to check out and personnel to talk on Main Street as well from 10:30 a.m.-Noon.

The kid’s pedal pull competition will be held again this year; registration starts around 11:30 a.m. near Boyd Plaza. They are allowing kids ages 4-12 to compete this year. Rough Rider Pedal Pulls (Bill and Peggy Davis) are sponsoring the event with FM Bank sponsoring the trophies. There will be a FREE movie at the Roxy at 2 p.m. - Happy Feet, sponsored by FM Bank. The Eagles Auxiliary will be hosting their popular “Chicken Bingo” at 4 p.m. on Main Street.

Wrapping up the evening we have local favorites, Hard Times, playing FREE on the Boyd Block Plaza Stage from 8:30 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Sometime around dark, the fireman will set off the annual fireworks that are sponsored by LACC & Lafrenz Fireworks. You can fill your belly with our food trucks/vendors for Music Fest with Nacho Bizness, Mexican Munchies, and the Nekoma Fire Department.

Rendezvous Region Rod Run also starts Friday, July 16 at 6 p.m. with Clint Potulney firing his Civil

Are you ready for a good time the weekend of July 16-18? I know I am!

I’m going to give a quick rundown of the events taking place. For more details, check out any websites listed or check out the LACC Facebook page!

Friday, July 16: 5-7 p.m. is the Annual Fireman’s Dinner. Please note that the location has been changed to the Fire Hall. Some of our retail businesses will also be starting their Christmas In July sales on Friday.

Saturday, July 17: Retail businesses will be continuing Christmas In July sales (check their Facebook pages or newspaper ads for details).

The Kiddie Parade, sponsored by United Communications, starts at 10 a.m.; please line up in front of FM Bank at 9:45 a.m. No pre-registration needed for the parade. We welcome kids of all ages walking, riding a bike, or riding other motorized kid’s vehicles.

Next will be the Cutest & Most Talented Pet Contest on Boyd Block Plaza Stage - sign up right before event at Boyd Plaza. The contest will be emceed by Rat & Sarah from Maverick 105. Prizes are donated by Langdon Hardware. There will be free sidewalk chalk and jump ropes to give out to the kids on Boyd Plaza from 10 a.m.-Noon or when supplies run out. This is sponsored by Langdon Eagles and Eagles Auxiliary, Cavalier Rural Electric, Langdon Community Drug, Mikkelson Brothers Construction, Langdon Implement, FM Bank, Choice Bank,

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joke, but most of all, she loved her friends. She was a devoted daughter and sister. She loved to visit, laugh, play games, and had one of the fastest mouths in town. We love you, Deb. Surviving Deb are her sister, Nancy Ellen (Don) Cooper-Muellenberg of Munich; nieces and nephews: Kylie Tyree (Garth) Land, Brooke Leigh (Charlie) Plunkett, Ashley Renee Dillman, Alaina Lenore Minyard, and Arianne Denise Minyard; and 13 great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Bruce and Kevin.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, a memorial be made in Deb’s name to Uffda Pet Adoption in Cando.

Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.

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War Cannon. They will have several competitions on Main Street including burnouts, loudest pipes, and slow drags. They will wrap up with the Flame Throwing/Neon at 10-10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 17th events include the car show on Main Street 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Car Bash 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and tricycle races.

There are other events you can find on their website www.rendezvousregionrodrun.com. They will wrap up the day with various awards and a parade through Langdon ending at Maple Manor.

On Sunday, July 18, there will be a tractor pull at 1 p.m. It will be located 2 miles North of junctions Hwy 1&5 then half mile west at the golf course road at Riley Bata's yard.

We cannot forget that St. Alphonsus School is celebrating their 100th anniversary. They will hold an Ice Cream Social on Friday, July 16 from 2-4 p.m. at the St. A's School.

On Saturday, July 17 from 9 a.m.3 p.m., there will be school tours, lunch, music, and family fun. On Saturday, there will also be a 4 p.m.

Mass with the Bishop followed by a Pig Roast Supper from 5-7 p.m. which is sponsored by the SAS Foundation.

Osnabrock’s Blood Drive brings in 30 volunteers Milton/Osnabrock Fire Department hosted a blood drive with Vitalant on June 25 at Osnabrock Community Center which helped collect a total of 31 units of blood products for patients in need.

A total of 30 individuals volunteered to donate blood and 24 individuals were able to donate at the Vitalant blood drive on 6/25. A total of 7 donors also came forward to donate Power Red Cells (2RBC) which collects two units of red blood cells while returning platelets, plasma and a saline solution back to the donor.

Vitalant expressed their gratitude to Jeff Flink, who coordinated the drive, and Milton/Osnabrock Fire Department which sponsored the blood drive, as well as others who assisted the day of the drive: Whitney Bachman & Gladys Flink.

Living through a pandemic can lead to many uncertainties, al-

though one thing we are sure of, is that the need for blood never ceases.

Blood is only useable for 42 days, so a constant supply is always needed, no matter the season. Each day in this region to keep up with patient needs including preemies, surgery patients, accident victims and those battling cancer, 250 volunteer blood donors are needed daily!

Donors can make a convenient appointment to give blood at donors.vitalant.org or by calling 877-25-VITAL. With each donation, donors receive a free total cholesterol test and earn reward points!

Blood donation takes about an hour from check-in to refreshments, while the blood draw typically taking less than 10 minutes. Donors can save about 20 minutes by completing their Health History Questionnaire the day they donate on www.vitalant.org/health

SENIOR MEALS & SERVICES Monday (12) – BBQ ribs, sweet potatoes, creamed corn, apple rings, banana bread, fruit.

Tuesday (13) – Parmesan crusted chicken breast, cheesy hashbrowns, Prince Edward veggies, pudding, fruit.

Wednesday (14) – Roast beef/ gravy, mashed potatoes, squash, raspberry turnovers.

Thursday (15) – Berry burst chicken salad, bread stick, watermelon.

Friday (16) – Soft shell beef tacos, Spanish rice, chips & salsa, black cherry salad.

EBT/SNAP accepted Offering take-out only as the dining room is closed. Please call by 9:30 a.m. for take-outs. Homedelivered meals will remain the same. Frozen meals are also available for $4.00 each.

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The Langdon Senior Center has reopened with limited access. Please use the west door for the congregate meals which now will be served at 12:15. The door will be unlocked at Noon. Take-out meals are still available from 11:30-Noon using the North Kitchen door. We are required to provide take-out meals even though we have reopened the dining room. We have a kitchen staff of two and can only do one at a time which is the reason for the time shifts.

Footcare has resumed. The footcare staff will be contacting you for appointments. Please be patient as we play catch up!

Grocery delivery is still available by calling Leevers before 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and then calling 256-2828 to let us know you have ordered.

Deliveries will be made starting at 1 p.m.

Ratzlaff to join Sanford Health Dr. Rory Ratzlaff graduated from UND Family Medicine Residency program on June 25. He was a graduate of LAHS in 2005. His medical school journey began by receiving his BS degree in nursing from UND in 2010. He was employeed with Essentia Health in Fargo in the E.R. With encouragement from his fellow co-workers, he continued to pursue his medical career. In 2014 he was accepted into the University of St. Georges Medical School based in New York. His first two years of schooling took him to the Island of Grenada West Indies. Rory and his wife, Denise, and their daughter, Alyvia, loved the island and the university overlooking the Caribbean. The island is known as the Spice Island of the Caribbean and noted for its tropical forests and white sand beaches. The next two years of medical school took them to the Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, New Jersey.

On completion, Rory graduated on June 10, 2018, at the Lincoln Center in New York City. They returned to Fargo, and he was accepted into

the UND Sanford Health Residency Program. During his third year, he was the chief resident. On June 25, 2021, Rory graduated and was awarded by the program director, Dr. Lara Lunde, with the Family Medicine Resident of the Year 2021.

Dr. Rory Ratzlaff, wife Denise, and their three children - Alyvia, Harrison and Jetson, reside in West Fargo. He has accepted a position with Sanford Health at the West Fargo Clinic starting August 9, 2021.

Benefit Brunch for Clyde Anderson

Sunday, July 18 Sporty’s Bar and Grill 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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All in-town trips have to be called in no later than the business day before the trip. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS. In-town transit hours are from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The sooner you call in your trip the better chance you have of getting a ride as we do have busy times during the days. ALL passengers are required to wear a mask due to the Federal Mandate put into effect in January 2021, this will last until September 14, 2021.

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Out-of-town trips must be scheduled at least 3 business days in advance and between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The vehicle does fill up so it’s best to call in your appointment as soon as possible.

Shopping is now allowed on out-of-town trips.

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The Brick Mine Hill Climb was held on Friday, July 2 near Walhalla. Photos by Larry Stokke.

Post 98 Red Sox mount wild late comeback to beat H-N on the road and stay unbeaten

By JAKE KULLAND Republican Sports Writer

The Langdon Red Sox Post 98 American Legion Baseball team continued a long stretch of games on the road when they played at Hatton-Northwood on July 2. This was the first game the Sox played without their leaders Grant and Simon, who reported to their NDSU and UND football teams for their college football careers. It's looking doubtful that either one will return to play for the Post 98 team, so two of the greatest careers in Langdon athletic history have ended.

That being said, the Red Sox are still a very talented force in American Legion baseball, and they showed why when they played at Hatton with a crazy five-run comeback in the seventh inning to tie things up. Langdon eventually won the game in nine innings, 8-6. With a second game win of 7-0, the Sox stayed unbeaten at 14-0 on the year.

A big weekend of games are coming up: at Valley City on July 9 and at the Enderlin Wood Bat Tournament

on July 10-11, where they will play their first game against LaMoure at 10:00 a.m. on July 10. The Red Sox play their last two games of the regular season in the week aheadat Park River in a makeup game on July 13 and their last home game of the season versus Rolla on July 15, with a first pitch of 5:30 p.m. at American Legion Field.

In their game in Hatton, H-N scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to take a 6-1 lead in the seventh. Langdon's only run to that point came in the fifth when Jackson Delvo scored on a passed ball.

With their backs against the wall in the top of the seventh inning, the Red Sox caught fire when they scored five runs to tie the game.

Delvo scored on a bases-loaded walk, which was followed later in the inning to two clutch two run singles by Gage Goodman and Carter Tetrault to tie the game.

The game then moved to extra frames, with Langdon scoring two more runs- one on a squeeze bunt single by Tetrault to bring home

BOXSCORE

LANGDON 8, HATTON-NORTHWOOD 6 (9 INNINGS) L -- 000 010 502 -- 8 9 0 HN -- 000 024 000 -- 6 11 0 WP -- Markus Kingzett; LP -Derek Carpenter Highlights -- L: Carter Tetrault 3x5 3 RBI's, Jackson Delvo 2x5 2B RBI, Peyton Ullyott 2x5, Gage Goodman 1x3 2 RBI's; HN: Lincoln Ostlie 2x5 2B RBI, Brett Foss 1x3 2B Peyton Ullyott followed by an RBI ground out by Delvo to bring in Markus Kingzett.

Starting on the mound for Langdon was Cooper Zimmer, giving 11 hits and six earned in six innings.

Kingzett got the win on the mound in relief, battling through five walks in two innings pitched and retiring the last two batters on fly ball outs.

Tetrault led the team with three hits, while Delvo and Ullyott had two apiece for Langdon.

Un-named Rooster Chronicles

by Heather Duerre of Walhalla On the way to the farm today, I told myself that in order to defeat unnamed rooster, I must bring out my inner beast. Then I decided that being just a beast is not a very cute thought, so I chose to go the Charlie’s Angel route. Sure I don’t have a corvette, hair that looks like it’s perpetually blowing in the wind, or a gun on my hip, but anyways... First, I did what anyone facing a hard battle does - I found some mud and smeared it on my face. I needed un-named rooster to know I meant business today. The battles that came before were just warming me up for this epic day! I grabbed my pitchfork and headed to the barn. Upon entering I stood at the fence staring at un-named rooster. I could tell he saw the difference in me and that I was a force to be reckoned with! As I glared at him, I noticed something sort of beautiful happening... he was rounding up his ladies to the far corner to protect them from me. Then I looked at my pitchfork and wondered what I had become??? I am not a violent person, but somehow, I let un-named rooster pull some sort of Charlie’s Angel beast out of me. I looked around the barn, and it was

like a light shone down from heaven.

There it was, a large plastic rake- one that is super good at raking up loose leaves but not great with the sticks. I put my pitchfork down and grabbed the rake. I knew I wouldn’t be able to “finish” un-named rooster with it, but somehow, I knew inside I wouldn’t need to. I remember a country song when I was a little girl where the mom told her daughter that “time will heal all pain.” Well, I found out today that that’s true. Apparently, all un-named rooster and I needed was time to heal our relationship. Well, time and a few battles. I entered the fence with my rake, and there was no threat to my life today. I know some of you reading this may be disappointed in today’s transpirations, but remember love conquers all. For now, un-named rooster and I came to an agreement.

I will forever carry my rake with me when I enter his domain, and he will forever give me the stink eye when I’m collecting eggs. He has promised not to take this any further, but just in case, I have a trick up my sleeve... un-named rooster doesn’t realize I’m married. Besides wanting a kitchen aide, one of the reasons I got married was so I had a partner to help me take care of the things I don’t want to do.

My wrath is bad, but my husband's wrath when his Charlie’s Angel beast wife is upset is unimaginable!!!!

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Jake’s take on sports By Jake Kulland

Romfo Twins possibly (?) end two of the best athletic careers in Langdon sports history Let's start this week by honoring Grant and Simon Romfo from Langdon High School on what looks like to be the end of two unreal sports careers. Both of them have now reported to their respective football programs to begin their college careers - Grant at NDSU, Simon at UND. Now, there is a slim chance they could return to Langdon Post 98 American Legion baseball team for some postseason games (So you're tellin' me there's a chance!), but the odds are not great by any means. If that is the case, we can reflect a bit on some awesome memories – three State Class A Football titles, a very elusive Class B High School baseball championship, and multiple All-Region, All-State and Senior Athlete of the Year honors.

We all thank Grant and Simon for all the hard work they put in to put Langdon, Munich and Edmore back on the map in high school football, basketball, and baseball. They will not soon be forgotten.

That being said, we don't want to forget to mention that the talent wagon is still jam-packed for all Langdon boys and girls programs.

Starting with the Langdon Red Sox, they will now and already have seen younger players step up to contribute to some big wins already.

They are unbeaten heading into the last week of regular season games.

A reminder that the last home game for the Red Sox is coming July 15th at American Legion Field versus Rolla at 5:30 p.m. Hopefully, folks back home for Music Fest week will

stop by and check out a fun team to watch play.

Top-seeded Langdon Babe Ruth Eagles looking to make fifth straight trip to a State Babe Ruth Tournament This week is also the start of the District 3 Babe Ruth Tournament going on in Grafton July 15-17. The Langdon Babe Ruth Eagles team has clinched the top seed for the tourney, as they now have a record of 13-2 overall and 10-1 in league games, with one game to go against Minto on Tuesday. Hayes Haslekaas is coaching the team this year, and he has done a nice job with not an easy situation being the only coach for 19 players.

Langdon is looking to go to their fifth straight State B Babe Ruth Tournament, which will be held in Bottineau this year July 24-28. Also, we need to throw a huge shout out to the Langdon 12U team. They won their league tournament and now advance to the State B Tourney in Velva July 22-25. Best of luck to both teams!!

Cardinals Sports Boosters Golf Tournament coming July 15th We leave you this week with a reminder that the Langdon Sports Boosters Golf Tournament is coming to the Langdon Country Club on July 15, with registration at Noon, and the tourney starting at 1:00 p.m. This is an 18-hole, four-person scramble event with your $100 entry fee getting you greens fees, mulligans, a chance in a raffle, several fun contests, and a meal to follow.

To sign up, call Ethen Askvig at 701-370-7131, or just stop at the club house the day of the tourney. There will also be several door prizes given away, and all proceeds will go to support all Langdon-Edmore-Munich athletes and sports programs.

"See ya!" next week!

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park to host living history event Watch history come to life at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park on July 17 and 18. The park will be hosting a Living History Garrison event, setting the clock back to 1873 for visitors to witness daily life as a frontier soldier. Living historians and reenactors from across the region will be present to portray Company B of the 6th Regular U.S. Infantry, which was responsible for founding, building, and defending Fort Abraham Lincoln in 1872 and 1873.

Several programs and demonstrations will be presented throughout the weekend for visitors including 1870’s drill, formations, parades, and cooking for a company of infantry.

“The living history events at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park offer visitors of all ages the chance

to experience history first-hand,” said Erik Dietrich, park manager.

“While visitors can explore the historic buildings on any visit, this weekend really brings it all to life in a unique way.”

The weekend will also include a special youth program on Saturday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to noon.

This is the last chance this summer for kids to participate in the Life of a Soldier program, which is designed for elementary school-aged children. During the program, kids take the official oath of enlistment in the U.S. frontier military and learn about life on the frontier post, the basics of field drill on the parade ground, and their role as part of Fort Abraham Lincoln. Please call 701.667.6385 or email falsp@nd.gov to reserve a spot for your child as

participation is limited. Registration is free with paid park vehicle entrance.

Established in 1907, Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park is the oldest state park in North Dakota and provides camping, outdoor recreation, historic tours, and more. Permits are required for entrance to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. Purchase a daily permit for $7 or an annual permit for $35 online or at the park entrance.

The mission of the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is to offer a diversity of recreation opportunities and sustainably manage resources.

For more information please visit www.parkrec.nd.gov.

The Langdon Country Club would like to thank the following for sponsoring our 2nd Annual Club Tournament.

These contributions will go towards fixing and updating our clubhouse.

Par Sponsors, $100+: Marty & Sherry Pengilly Hursman Taxidermy Cobblestone Sporty’s CREC Susan Faye Crockett

Hole in One Sponsors,$2,000+: Rodney Agnes with IWG Seed Spanier Farms Brandon & Brooke Downs Downs Inc. Christie Motors J&D Family Farms Bill Roy Jr. North Prairie Ag Mike Zeis Crop Insurance Langdon Implement United Communications CHS Choice Bank Derek Roder Eagles Kevin & Lori Roy FM Bank Van Howatt NorChemco LLC Stremick Trucking Golf Center

Eagle Sponsors, $1,000+: Mostad Insurance Anthony & Mauri Roy B. Dettler Farms Justin & Myca Flink Quentin Wenzel Bob Sanders Justin Downs Clouse Trucking Tyler & Jacy Bata T.R. Waind Ins. Farmers Union Ins., Russ Stremick Cody & Jessica Pengilly Wayne Borgen Forest Flying D&B Motors Nathan & Samantha Howatt Ray & Wanda Howatt Howatt Air

Birdie Sponsors, $500+: Ag Country Farm Credit Cork & Barrel Marcotte Builders Cory Hoffarth Construction Simplot Langdon Hardware Dettler Farms Larry Petri Scott Stewart Fisk Holding Inc. Ken Carwile Chris Kruk Northern Coop Electric Langdon Community Drug Darrel & Joan Kartes Leevers Mikkelsen Bros.

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18th ANNUAL LANGDON AREA FARM EQUIP. CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Thursday, July 15 • 10 a.m.

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To consign, call: Dan Crockett, 256-0567

Dennis Crockett, 370-8903; or Donavon Diseth, 351-8981

American Legion Post 98 Langdon, ND Rent the American Legion Hall and/or Park Building for Weddings, Reunions, Business Meetings or any event.

Reasonable rates. Kitchen & hall may be rented separately.

For more information, please contact Leon Hiltner at 256-2188.

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Langdon Research Extension Center to hold Field Day North Dakota State University’s Langdon Research Extension Center (LREC) will hold its field day live this year on July 22.

The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to noon, followed by lunch.

“Local growers will receive the most up-to-date information regarding the many challenges of the 2021 growing season in northeastern North Dakota,” says Randy Mehlhoff, the center’s director.

Topics that will be covered and the presenters are: • Cover crops on saline and sodic field areas, Naeem Kalwar, Extension soil health specialist at the LREC • NDSU soybean crop breeding program update, Carrie Miranda, NDSU soybean breeder • NDSU pulse crop breeding program update, Nano Bandillo, NDSU pulse crop breeder • NDSU hard red spring wheat

Agriculture

(HRSW) breeding program report, Andrew Green, NDSU HRSW breeder • 2021 small-grain disease update, Andrew Friskop, NDSU Extension specialist in small grain diseases • 2021 canola growing season report, Ron Beneda, CHS agronomist • 2021 insects affecting canola and other crops in northeastern North Dakota, Anitha Chirumamilla, Extension agriculture and natural resources agent for Cavalier County • 2021 canola disease update, Venkat Chapara, LREC research plant pathologist • Soybean and dry bean row spacing study, Bryan Hanson, LREC research agronomist • Northeastern North Dakota weed problems, Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension weed specialist

Record of Climatological Observation Langdon Experiment Station June 2021

2021

Normal Dep from Normal Precipitation 2.27 3.24 -0.97 Average Monthly Temp 66.5 61.0 +5.5 Heating Degree Days* 54.0 163 -109 Cooling Degree Days 99.0 43.0 +56 *Heating degree days are based on 65 degrees F. Observation reading made at 8 a.m. daily.

Weather

H L P Fri., July 2 87 64 0 Saturday 90 64 0 Sunday 90 62 .98 Monday 85 58 0 Tuesday 80 51 .06 Wednesday 60 47 0 Thursday 68 51 0

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Risk of White Mold The risk of white mold changed to high in Cavalier County with the recent rains. Dr. Sam Markell provides a quick review of white mold below: All broadleaf crops are susceptible, but only at (or after) bloom, and the disease is most severe when it’s cool and wet. Fungicides can help manage white mold, but are most valuable when there is disease risk.

But that needs a little more explanation…

All broadleaf crops are susceptible, When the environmental conditions are favorable, white mold can occur on all broadleaf crops. We have the most consistent problems with white mold on sunflower, dry edible bean and canola, but yield loss certainly can occur in soybeans, pulse crops and many others. but only at (or after) bloom, White mold most frequently infects a crop by first establishing itself on floral tissue. Spores land on the florets, produce fuzzy white mycelium (mold) and invade the healthy green tissue from there. It’s why nearly all fungicide recommendations include application in the early bloom growth stages of our crops. It’s also why we are laser-beam focused on environmental conditions during bloom.

Winter Wheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.10 Hard Spring Wheat . . . . . . . . . 7.73 Feed Barley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 Soybeans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.77 Canola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.90

USDA adds flexibility to hay, graze and chop cover crops on prevent plant acres The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency (USDA-RMA) announced that agricultural producers with crop insurance can hay, graze or chop cover crops on prevent plant acres for silage, haylage or baleage at any time and still receive 100% of the prevented planting payment.

Previously, cover crops could only by hayed, grazed or chopped after Nov. 1 on prevent plant acres, or the prevented planting payment was reduced.

“We appreciate the flexibility that USDA-RMA and Acting RMA Administrator Flournoy have add-

Anitha Chirumamilla Ag & Natural Resources Agent Cavalier County Extension

ed for cover crops on prevent plant acres,” Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said. “Not only will this help mitigate drought impacts for feed for livestock, but will help encourage cover crop usage, which protects the soil from wind and water erosion.”

The decision allows flexibility for the 2021 crop year and makes the change permanent for future years.

For full details on this policy change, visit USDA-RMA’s prevented planting webpage at https:// rma.usda.gov/Topics/PreventedPlanting.

and the disease is most severe when it’s cool and wet.

The spores that infect the crops are dispersed from small mushrooms (apothecia) that emerge on the overwinter structure of the pathogen (sclerotia). However, these small mushrooms do not germinate unless there is adequate soil moisture. A rule of thumb is at least 1-2 inches of rain 1-2 weeks before bloom. For those spores to cause infection, they need prolonged wet conditions, preferably at cool temperatures (60s-70s are optimal), during bloom. Anything that makes the canopy stay wet longer, such as a lush canopy or close proximity to a shelterbelt, makes the microclimate more favorable for infection and disease development.

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NDSU Extension Notes

What does white mold dislike most (?) – prolonged dry soil conditions, infrequent rain, high temperatures, thin canopies.

Fungicides can help manage white mold, Fungicides in most broadleaf crops (sunflower is an exception) can help reduce the incidence, severity and yield loss caused by white mold. For more information on timing, droplets and links to efficacy information, I refer you back to a crop and pest report article from last year. but are most valuable when there is disease risk.

Every field is different. Some fields always seem to have white mold problems while it’s a rare event in others. As far as the environment is concerned, a couple erratic thunderstorms can move the field from low to high risk quickly.

And since nobody want to add an input into a field if there is a low chance of return, it’s important to evaluate the disease risk in each field.

A pair of helpful tools to determine risk are the Canola Risk Map and Risk Calculator, which was developed by the Canola Pathology Program with support from the Northern Canola Growers Association. However, these tools take into account conditions conducive for white mold that broadly apply to all crops in bloom. The tools are available at NDSU (https://www. ag.ndsu.edu/sclerotinia/riskmap.html) or through the Northern Canola Growers Association (https://www.northerncanola. com/growers/Forecast-Maps/), the Minnesota Canola Council (http://www.mncanola.org/maps. php), and the NDSU canola pathology program websites (https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/sclerotinia/).

(Source: Sam Markell, Extension Plant Pathologist, Broad-leaf Crops) Check Soybean Nodulation A good time to evaluate soybean plant nodulation is in the soybean vegetative growth stage, after the second or third trifoliolate leaf has emerged (Figure 1). Use a spade to dig up a number of plants being sure not to damage the root systems. Use a small bucket of water to wash the roots of soil so you can observe the roots properly. When digging up the soybean plants, the nodules should be readily visible.

Inspect the nodules by cutting them open, and they should have a pink to red color on the inside if they are healthy. Important factors that affect nodulation are the viability of the inoculum (the number of rhizobium bacteria that were placed on or near the seed), and/or available soil-borne bacteria specific to soybean from previously grown soy-

bean. The viability of the soybean inoculum depends on storage time (shelf life of the inoculum), storage conditions (hot conditions will kill bacteria), and handling of seed before and during seeding. Inoculum is easily killed by direct sunlight.

Therefore, it is important to check nodulation of the soybean plants to ensure adequate inoculation.

Nodulation may be limited if dry conditions or saturated soils follow soybean planting. Nodules can also be limited by high levels of available soil N, which leads to lower nodule production. Other stress factors that may lead to low nodulation Include: drought, hail damaged plants, root diseases, iron deficiency chlorosis (IDC) symptoms early in the growing season, high salt levels in the soil, and other plant stressing conditions.

If the soybean plants do not have nodules and there are N deficiency symptoms, a “rescue” treatment of N fertilizer may provide the nitrogen needed by the plant. However, in most cases with normal nodulation (Figure 2), there is no need to apply N fertilizer as the plant can biologically fix the required N. For more information about nodulation and rescue treatment see the soybean soil fertility publication SF1164.

(Source: Hans Kandel, Extension Agronomist Broadleaf Crops)

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Legislative Update

Senator Janne Myrdal R – District 10 jmyrdal@nd.gov 701-331-0946 Independence Day celebrations are over, - and there was rain in most of D10. We have much to be thankful for. Yet hoping for more rain to restore droughty crops all over the state.

I wanted to wrap up the 2021 Session a bit and report on the Interim studies coming up. The conditions due to COVID-19 drove the Session into the use of technology we have never seen the like of and it went smoothly. It caused, I believe, a much more transparent process as “citizen legislature” became a more applicable concept to those that rarely if come to the Capitol in Bismarck during sessions. The Capitol did remain open to all public during the session of course, of which ND was a rare state to do so.

In this Session we saw many divisive issues come up relating to this virus and yet I think we saw the best ideas of how to deal with such triumph in the end. No one wants to see any disease spread ( well except China it seems) My hope is that we return to our pre Covid existence as soon as possible, and that includes any government restrictions, and that we preserve common sense and liberty both.

Agriculture (AG) was a focus of many bills that passed this Session including sub surface water management, township infrastructure, hunting/posting/trespassing pilot program, and a new AG production and Development Center. SB2041, which I sponsored to end unreasonable taxation of potato storage sailed through the Senate, but ran into opposition in the House where it was turned into a study. In May the Legislative Management Team (LMT) that is in charge of the Interim process failed to forward this important study. The LTM is comprised of members of each chamber elected by their peers. I ran for a position, but lost by a mere three votes in the Senate. I will run again next time as I think AG and the Red River Valley needs better representation across the board in the leadership in ND. Back to SB2041, - I am working hard to reinstate this urgent study and I should know more soon.

I observed up to 150 AG producers present in several meetings in D10 in the past few weeks. Local taxes are set and collected by local subdivisions clearly, but if there are changes that need to be made next Session now is the time for this to be studied in the interim.

Some good AG news came this year as well for soybean producers as ND will finally have its’ own crushing plant. ADM announced the construction of such in Spiritwood, the first of its’ kind in our state. Many reasons to

celebrate this, but one unmentioned one is that soybean meal will be more accessible to livestock producers in our state. My hope, yet maybe farfetched, is that we will some day get a hemp fiber processing plant in ND as this is a promising industry.

Water infrastructure was another issue and through the Legacy Infrastructure Loan Fund and State Water Commission budget, there are ample provisions to provide for rural water projects, emergency water supplies and other critical water projects that benefit Central and Eastern ND. There are several Interim studies on water topics, including a possible rewrite of two sections of code dealing with surface and subsurface water management. Two section of North Dakota Century Code (NDCC) deal with this and are at times contradictive.

I am serving on two interim committees;- Judiciary and AG/Natural Resources. Meetings start in August and will go through 2022. We are in Special Session in early November to deal with monies arriving from the Federal American Rescue Act, HR1319 and redistricting. The state of North Dakota grew by approximately 100k last decade and this affects almost every legislative district, including D10. We need to add several thousand constituents. A committee is meeting frequently to accomplish this task by end of the year. It will be interesting to watch.

As the second half of the Rescue Act arrives late in 2021, it is good caution for the state government via legislatures and also for local subdivisions to know this is one time funding only and comes with strict accounting and reporting rules. Many have emailed me about concerns as to where some of these funds were allocated by the legislature and I absolutely agree with some of the concerns. It is often frustrating to have so many “tie downs” as to how it is allowed to be spent, but that is federal funds for you. Comes with heavy tie down strings and does not trust the state or sub divisions with how to spend. I hope the Washington puts a stop on more of this spending honestly as it burdens the future generation with insolvable amounts.

So often the media reports from the Legislative Session covers only highly controversial topics and fails to address about 90% of the work done. Sensationalism has become the word of the day instead of the work done of running our state. Yet some of the controversial issues are vitally important like the right to bear arms, the freedom of speech and right to life.

Why these basic tenants of the American life have become controversial is sad indeed. One such issue that seems to be at the forefront these days the education of our children have turned political to a point of absurdity with the encroaching socialist Critical Race Theory movement storming across the nation. Our state is not immune as I have heard concerns from many of you. Be assured your D10 representation including Representa-

tives Monson, Damschen and myself are equally concerned and looking in to see what can be done. Key to good education for our kids do start with parents and local control, so I encourage all to be aware and to participate in school board meetings and check your child’s curriculum. Our kids are the future of the nation.

Everyone must be alert to the movement by the National Teacher’s Union of the promotion of Critical Race Theory (CRT), an academic discipline built on the framework of Marxism. Critical Race Theory equates to brainwashing as no critical thinking is encouraged. The Zinn Education Project was founded by devout Marxist historian Howard Zinn who himself asserted that the study of social sciences is about making students change the world through overthrowing the status quo, and not learning about historical events and dates. The Zinn website discourages critical thinking by an individual and instead promotes racial justice activists, in which students are all on the same side in role play. It reveals a lot when extreme left groups like Southern Poverty Law Center supplies study materials for schools, telling educators to “vigorously resist efforts to maintain status quo”. The attempts nationwide, now including this week’s vote by the National Education Association, represented in our state by ND United, is to obfuscate and deceive parents in order to indoctrinate our children. The vote was to support the teaching of Critical Race Theory and to push back and fight against any effort (read parents) to oppose CRT. Parents have one clear choice and that is to observe their students’ curriculum, attend school board meetings and engage in local elections.

I truly believe ND parents, regardless of color or political party want their children educated, not indoctrinated. This is real and the cutting edge of a culture war long fought, but now the far-left is blatantly trying to reach their extreme goals by all means necessary, removing true history we all must learn from. There is a lot of fear in opposing this far-left move as teachers have seen threats of losing jobs, of media mockery, and even punishment for people of opposite political or cultural views. Even Lawsuits on individuals as well as governors and states have emerged.

It is a move to divide, disable, and isolate anyone with an opposing view. The most legitimate structure to defeat this “woke” culture is, where possible, on the local level closest to the issue rather than distant central governance. As attractive as it seems for the ND legislature to take action, it may be a slippery slope of lessening local control? This is truly a topic to ponder, and I would sincerely appreciate your input.

As we just celebrated Independence Day, I am grateful we are still the free and the brave, but I’m also ever aware we must continue to protect the founding principles which make this country great!

Piled-up stress during a drought can lead farmers and ranchers to develop physical or mental health issues, but they can take steps to reduce stress and create healthy ways to manage it, a North Dakota State University Extension expert says.

“Farm and ranch families often experience pressure, conflict and uncertainty, especially during times of drought or other weather concerns,” says Sean Brotherson, Extension family science specialist. “If feelings of frustration and helplessness build up, they can lead to worrisome problems involving spouses or partners, children, parents and other relatives.

If left unresolved, these feelings can lead to costly accidents, poor decisions, strained relationships, health concerns and risks, including suicide.”

Using strategies such as controlling events, attitudes and responses can help manage symptoms of stress, according to Brotherson.

“Farmers, ranchers and their family members and employees can learn to manage their stresses well, even during drought or other times

of difficulty,” he says. “The key is to be flexible and maintain a balanced lifestyle. Make time daily to take care of yourself because your work is vital to all of us. Your health is your most important asset on your farm or ranch operation.”

To help manage stress, Brotherson suggests: • Taking control of events by planning ahead - Discuss who can be available to help before key seasons or decision-making times. Make time to set priorities so you can focus on what needs to be done today and what can wait.

• Taking control of attitudes that influence you - Identify the sources of the stress you have, and which ones you can and cannot change. Shift your focus off worrying and onto problem solving. Notice what you have achieved rather than what you did not accomplish. Set goals and daily expectations that are realistic. How you view a situation is a key factor in creating or eliminating stress.

• Controlling your responses to stressful conditions - Take a break when feeling stressed and focus on

relaxing your body and mind. Take multiple deep breaths slowly and let go of unwanted stress. Think positive thoughts, balance work and play, find someone to talk to and seek help when you need it.

Brotherson encourages farm and ranch family members to get additional resources from NDSU Extension’s Farm and Ranch Stress website (https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/farmranchstress), talk to trusted friends or associates such as pastors or counselors, or call North Dakota’s 2-1-1 help line.

Farmers, ranchers have ways to manage stress during drought

ATTENTION HAY PRODUCERS The Cavalier County Weed Board is actively spraying noxious weeds in state highway and county road ditches. The Weed Board’s current chemical mix has a 7 day interval after spraying before being safe to cut for hay. For a current list of roads that have been sprayed, please contact the Cavalier County Weed Board at 701-370-1398.

NDSU Extension Notes

By Katie Henry NDSU Extension Family and Community Wellness Agent Ridiculous Radishes Gardening has been one of my favorite things to do in the summer. I think the reasons for that are because it has a beginning and end, it has productive results, and it’s something that I can enjoy and do in the beauty of nature. I’m not an expert, by any means, but I can grow some vegetables and fruits and apparently a lot of weeds.

Over the summer months as a child, I was expected to help take care of the garden by planting seeds, pulling weeds, and picking produce. There wasn’t much better than the feeling of hot dirt followed by the cool relief as my feet sunk in as I walked through the freshly tilled earth. I can remember that feeling as well as the smell of the earth, the feeling of the breeze through my hair, and the warmth of the sun on my face. It was a happy place for me, even if it was a chore and I didn’t like being told that I had to do it. It’s a skill that has come with me into my adult years.

I’m trying to instill the same values and feelings in my son, but he likes to eat the produce fresh out of the garden instead of help pull the weeds. We are working on that.

The other day, I realized that the garden had been neglected. This summer has been a little crazy for a lot of reasons, and it occurred to me that even with the minimal rain we have had, weeds are probably taking over the garden. I was correct.

When I got there, it looked like a carpet of green, and it wasn’t from the produce. So, I got the tiller out (which I didn’t want to do, as that can release the minimal moisture that is underground and bring up more weed seeds, but felt I didn’t have a choice), and I got to work.

As I was tilling between the rows, I spotted several items that have beaten the drought odds due to the minimal rains we have received.

The row of radishes is sparse but definitely there.

I am not a huge radish fan, but I do enjoy them because they are one of the first items from garden seeds that are ready to eat at a relatively early stage in the garden process. I

find radishes kind of ridiculous because they have a bite to them, can grow so large that they get hollow, and can show up unexpectedly in the garden the next year if left to seed. They can be spherical or long and come in a variety of colors.

Radishes have only about 1 calorie per medium sized radish and provides some vitamin C. That’s a lot of flavor for very little calorie count. The colors can add a lot to a dish you make, and the bite adds a flavor that can perk up the most boring of salads.

Radishes are often eaten with salad or sometimes even on sandwiches. They can be shredded, sliced, or chopped. They can be added to almost anything to give it that little zing they have to offer, but did you know they can be roasted? Most people are used to eating radishes raw. It’s usually something that people are raised doing, so they just continue to do it. Radishes can be roasted, which brings out a sweeter flavor to them. If you have never tried it, you might be surprised to find a tasty new item to your summer menu.

Try roasting radishes with these easy steps and discover their sweeter taste.

• Preheat oven to 450 F. • Rinse radishes in cool, running water.

• Cut off both ends of the radishes, then slice in half and place in a bowl.

• Add a small amount of your favorite cooking oil (such as canola, sunflower or olive oil) to the bowl.

You will need about 1 tablespoon per 2 cups of sliced radishes. Mix to coat the radishes lightly in oil.

• Spread the radishes on a cookie sheet, cut side down.

• Roast for about 10 minutes.

• Sprinkle lightly with salt if desired and serve immediately.

NDSU Extension has several items on their website (https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/extension) about radishes, recipes, and other summer vegetables. If there is anything we can help you with here at the NDSU Extension Office in Cavalier County, please call us at 2562560, stop in and visit with us, or email katie.d.henry@ndsu.edu.

Help yourself to something new, and try roasting some ridiculous radishes.

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Public Notice

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Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS NORTH DAKOTA IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CAVALIER COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA In the Matter of the Estate of Thomas Parker, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be presented to the Personal Representative of the estate: Jayne Parker, 859 12 1/2 Ave. W., West Fargo, ND 58078 or filed with the Court.

Dated this 14th day of June, 2021.

Jayne Parker Personal Representative 859 12 1/2 Ave. W. West Fargo, ND 58078 Quentin Bruce Wenzel, P.C. 908 Third Street Langdon, ND 58249 Quentin Wenzel, Attorney for the Personal Representative First publication on the 28th day of June, 2021.

J28,Jy5,12 _______________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE NORTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT, CAVALIER COUNTY,

In the Matter of the Estate of Philip B. Hope, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed co-personal representatives of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be presented to Marjorie Lewis, co-personal representative of the estate at 924 10th Avenue, Langdon, ND 58249; to Nykolas Hope, co-personal representative of the estate at 1311 9th Street, Langdon, ND 58249, or filed with the Court.

Dated this 25th day of June, 2021.

Marjorie Lewis Co-Personal Representative 924 10th Avenue Langdon, ND 58249 Nykolas Hope Co-Personal Representative 1311 9th Street Langdon, ND 58249 R. Scott Stewart, PC R. Scott Stewart Attorney at Law P.O. Box 151 Langdon, ND 58249 First publication on the 5th day of July, 2021.

Jy5,12,19 _______________________________

Miles Moore, of Minneapolis, Minn. was traveling near Alsen on July 5th when he spotted the world’s largest grain box. His family prays for rain for the North Dakota farmers (and no more train derailments).

Submitted by Sara Moore

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The City of Langdon is calling for bids for the sale of property known as the following Parcels: Parcel #61075 (City of Langdon, Lot 16, Block 3, Hannesson’s 4th Addition), Parcel #61076 (City of Langdon, Lot 17, Block 3, Hannesson’s 4th Addition), Parcel #61077 (City of Langdon, Lot 18, Block 3, Hannesson’s 4th Addition) and Parcel #61078 (City of Langdon, Lot 19, Block 3, Hannesson’s 4th Addition).

The City of Langdon desires to sell all the previously described property together. Please only submit bids if you are interested in purchasing all the previously described

Cavalier County Commission Proceedings June 15, 2021 On June 15, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse in regular session. David Zeis was not in attendance. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chairman Austin Lafrenz called the meeting to order and proceeded as follows: Lafrenz asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Nick Moser made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Stanley Dick; motion carried. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried. Nick Moser made a motion to approve the County Equalization minutes, seconded

by Greg Goodman, motion carried. There was discussion on the possibility of the ND Association of Counties and the ND League of Cities combining being they will both be needing a new director. The commission did not feel it would be beneficial to the counties if they combined. Nick Moser made a motion to appoint Austin Lafrenz to the Cavalier County Library Board, seconded by Stanley Dick, motion carried. Nick Moser made a motion to transfer $348.71 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Equipment Replacement Fund, seconded by Stanley Dick, motion carried. Stanley Dick made a motion to transfer $3,487.09 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Excess Levy Fund, seconded

by Greg Goodman, motion carried.

Greg Goodman made a motion to transfer $850.00 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Equipment Fund, seconded by Nick Moser, motion carried. Terry Johnston, Road Supervisor, met with the commissioners. The month-end timesheet summary for the road-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND NORTH DAKOTA WORKFORCE SAFETY & INSURANCE MEDICAL FEE SCHEDULES Relating to Pharmacy.

WORKFORCE SAFETY & INSURANCE

Board Room Century Center 1600 East Century Ave Bismarck ND Wed., August 25, 2021 9:00 a.m. CT A copy of the proposed amendments to the medical fee schedule may be obtained by writing to Workforce Safety & Insurance, Attn: Harvey Hanel, PO Box 5585, Bismarck, ND 58506-5585 or calling 800-777-5033 or TYY (701) 328-3786. Written comments may be submitted to Workforce Safety & Insurance, Harvey Hanel, Medical Services and Pharmacy Director, P.O. Box 5585, Bismarck, ND 58506-5585, until the close of business, August 31, 2021. If you plan to attend the public hearing and require special accommodations relating to a disability, please contact Workforce Safety & Insurance at the above telephone number or address at least five days prior to hearing.

Dated this 2 day of July, 2021 Harvey Hanel Medical Services and Pharmacy Director

men was reviewed and approved.

Johnston informed the commission that the extended warranty on the Vang motor grader would soon be expiring, so any warranty work needed should be done. Johnston presented a request from Craig Stein for an approach and culvert along County 17 so he can access 8 acres of his field. The commissioners approved the request with the landowner paying all the expense and proper sloping must be used when the approach is installed.

Johnston presented a request from Adam Olson for a culvert in County 6. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Greg Goodman, motion carried.

Johnston asked the commission if they would be watching the Bud’s Welding auction to possibly bid on the skid steer. No direction was given. Johnston stated that the Hannah and Vang Districts still needed to pick up their cutting edges at the Langdon shop. The commissioners asked Johnston to look into whether there was funding available through ND DOT for County 55 through the gorge. It was decided to publish the ad requiring landowners to mow the ditches on county roads.

Ad will run for two weeks the end of June/beginning of July. Steph Welsh, Public Health, met with the commissioners and proposed using Public Health grant funding for a free- standing electronic sign on the south side of the courthouse, if they county would pay the cost for the electrical, insurance, and future maintenance. Welsh presented a proposal from Indigo Signs in Jamestown. Nick Moser made a motion to approve the purchase of the sign as proposed, seconded by Greg Goodman, motion carried.

Capacity limits for the courthouse meeting rooms and signs on courthouse entrances were reviewed.

Welsh recommended removing the meeting room restrictions on the meeting rooms and updated the signs to read that masks are recommended for anyone who is not vaccinated. The commissioners were in agreement with the changes.

Greg Fetsch, Sheriff, and Shane Gallagher, Chief Deputy Sheriff, met with the commissioners to discuss adding four full-time dispatchers.

Fetsch stated that the jail inspectors would most like require him to have two staff on at all times starting in 2023, and that the increased 9-1-1 call volume was creating a need for two dispatchers for each shift. The commissioners suggested he budget to hire two dispatchers in 2022 and negotiate with Langdon City next year for the other two positions. Fetsch briefly discussed his proposal for a $600/month salary increase for all officers starting January 1, 2022. The commissioners stated they would review his proposal before he presented his budget. The conditional burn ban was discussed. Karen Kempert, Emergency Manager, suggested continuing the conditional burn ban just for the extreme and red flag fire indexes. Greg Goodman made a motion to cancel the conditional burn ban and re-visit it at every commission meeting in the coming months, seconded by Stanley Dick, motion carried. It was also discussed that if conditions changed, the Emergency

Manager and Sheriff can work with the Commission Chair to put it back on between commission meetings.

Karen Kempert informed the commissioners that her grant applications were successful for radios for the eight rural fire departments she had applied for. There would be a small amount of out-of-pocket left for the fire departments to pay.

Langdon Fire applied for the grant and to date had not been approved.

Greg Goodman made a motion, seconded by Stanley Dick to review and approve the following audit of claims; motion carried: ND ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES, NVHSZ______________ 50.00 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPT., GEN/E-911________5,103.80 STANLEY DICK, COMM___ 128.24 NICK MOSER, MISC________ 45.00 BILL HARDY, MISC________ 45.00 LAWRENCE HENRY, MISC__ 45.00 AUSTIN LAFRENZ, MISC___ 45.00 SHANE PETERSON, MISC__ 45.00 CAROL GOODMAN, MISC__ 45.00 SUSAN FAY CROCKETT, MISC___ __________________________ 45.00 PAUL HENDERSON, MISC__ 45.00 DARYLS LOCKSMITH SHOP, MAINT__________________ 335.00 COMPUTER EXPRESS, MISC_____ ________________________1,200.00 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, MAINT___________________ 77.93 WEST PAYMENT CENTER, STATE'S ATTY____________ 245.41 SCHROEDER FURNITURE, CLERK__________________ 7,314.83 SANFORD HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE CLINIC, MISC____________________ 129.00 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., MISC__ _________________________ 116.98 OTTER TAIL POWER CO, MAINT/ R&B____________________ 2,417.54 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC., COMM/F-M______________ 506.84 VERIZON WIRELESS, MAINT/ R&B/F-M/WEED_________ 153.65 LANGDON HARDWARE & RENTAL, MAINT/R&B_________ 456.19 CARQUEST OF LANGDON, MAINT/R&B_____________ 182.78 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, GEN/F-M/R&B/VSO_____ 1,286.89 QUADIENT LEASING USA INC, MISC____________________ 977.10 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., DISP__ __________________________ 27.49 TOM SABO, SHERIFF______ 134.02 DOLLAR GENERAL -REGIONS 410526, SHERIFF___________ 15.10 AT&T MOBILITY, SHERIFF_______ _________________________ 610.92 QUALITY INN, SHERIFF___ 172.80 QUALITY SPECIALTY PRODUCTS & PRINTING, SHERIFF_____ 97.00 JOHN METZGER, SHERIFF_______ _________________________ 677.98 GALLS, LLC, SHERIFF______ 88.00 MID-CONTINENT CABLE CO., SHERIFF_________________ 102.24 HANSEL PLUMBING & HEATING, LLC, SHERIFF________ 101.00 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC, SHERIFF_______________ 54,655.37 COMPUTER EXPRESS, SHERIFF__ __________________________ 50.00 MUNICH ELEVATOR & OIL CO., SHERIFF_________________ 307.76 LANGDON COMMUNITY DRUG, SHERIFF__________________ 58.00 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, SHERIFF______________________1,976.82 LEEVERS FOODS, SHERIFF__ 7.32 CHRISTIE MOTOR SALES, INC., SHERIFF_________________ 383.78 SENIOR MEALS AND SERVICES,

property.

The City of Langdon reserves the right to reject any/all bids. Accepting bids at 324 8th Avenue, Langdon ND (please feel free to mail bids to the City of Langdon, 324 8th Avenue, Langdon, ND) by 5:00 p.m. on the 12th of July 2021. Bids will be opened at the commission meeting on July 12th, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. All bidders submitting written bids may be present at that time and may raise their bids orally if they so desire.

Langdon City Auditor J28,Jy5,12 _______________________________

CALL FOR BIDS Cavalier County will be accepting bids for the possible purchase of a single axle snowplow truck. The specs are available at the Cavalier County Road Supervisor’s Office, 901 3rd Street - Suite 9, Langdon, ND 58249. Phone number regarding the specs is (701) 256-2161. Bids can be mailed to the Cavalier County Auditor’s Office, 901 3rd Street Suite 15, Langdon, ND 58249. Bids must be in the Auditor’s Office by 4:00 p.m. on July 23, 2021. Cavalier County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids.

Cavalier County Auditor Jy12,19 _______________________________

SHERIFF_________________ 420.00 CLOSE CONSTRUCTION, FM/R&B________________31,056.50 WITZEL CONSTRUCTION LLC, FM/R&B________________54,977.00 ERLING'S OIL, INC., F-M____ 58.01 RICHARD'S WELDING, INC., R&B____________________ 2,469.00 MIKKELSEN BROS. CONSTRUCTION, R&B_____________ 14,856.10 WALHALLA COOP OIL CO., R&B_ __________________________ 36.15 DUBOIS OIL CO.,INC, R&B_______ ________________________2,251.70 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, CLERK/F-M/R&B________3,034.95 WALHALLA FARMER GRAIN LLC, R&B__________________ 62.43 3D SPECIALTIES, R&B____ 4,630.72 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, R&B__ ________________________4,977.50 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, R&B__ ________________________4,977.50 MUNICH ELEVATOR & OIL CO., R&B____________________ 2,218.13 BLUETARP CREDIT SERVICES, R&B_____________________ 352.38 CAVALIER RURAL ELECTRIC COOP., R&B__________________ 78.02 BUTLER MACHINERY CO., R&B_ ________________________6,063.04 DAHL TRUCK & AUTO, R&B_____ _________________________ 268.83 KAREN KEMPERT, EMG MGR____ _________________________ 432.77 ELECTRIC COMMUNICATIONS INC, EMG MGR__________ 1,995.00 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, EMG MGR_________________ 35.67 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, E-911_____________________ 203.22 NDTC, E-911______________ 128.03 POLAR COMMUNICATIONS, E-911_____________________ 373.70 VERIZON WIRELESS, EMG MGR_ __________________________ 47.60 CAVALIER COUNTY REPUBLICAN, NDSU EXT.__________ 41.00 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, NDSU EXT.______________________ 83.80 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, NDSU EXT.________________ 61.52 XEROX CORPORATION, NDSU EXT._____________________ 271.62 VICTOR HECK, VSO________ 15.00 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, VSO__ __________________________ 33.90 JOSHUA SHORT, WEED___ 205.42 RICHARD'S WELDING, INC., WEED_____________________ 95.00 WARNE CHECMICAL & EQUIPMENT CO, WEED_________ 605.48 C&R SUPPLY, WEED______2,268.48 AGTERRA TECHNOLOGIES, INC, WEED____________________ 195.00 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC., WEED__ _________________________ 200.00 JOSH PLUMMER, SS_______ 600.00 ARAMARK, SS_____________ 80.13 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., SS_____ __________________________ 36.49 QUILL CORP, SS__________ 378.99 U.S. POSTAL SERVICE, SS__ 150.00 LANGDON CITY, SS_______ 111.57 MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES, SS________________________ 77.50 ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS, SS__________________ 248.73 S&A, INC., NVHSZ________ 120.00 TERRI MACHART, NVHSZ_______ _________________________ 149.10 JENNIFER PUPPE, NVHSZ_______ _________________________ 113.50 JAYNE BROWN, NVHSZ____ 65.52 ANN WEST, NVHSZ________ 50.00 KAREN ANDERSON, NVHSZ____ __________________________ 50.00 AMY KRAM, NVHSZ_______ 72.40 LAVERNE DOYLE, NVHSZ__ 89.20 JANNE MYRDAL, NVHSZ__ 94.80

DEBRA FRASER, NVHSZ___ 50.00 STANLEY DICK, NVHSZ____ 83.60 TAMMY MCMILLAN, NVHSZ____ _________________________ 346.08 JILL DENAULT, NVHSZ____ 40.32 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPT., SS/NVHSZ________ 150.55 QUILL CORP, NVHSZ______ 64.18 KRYSTLE GIRE, NVHSZ___ 240.00 HOLLY FETSCH, NVHSZ___ 20.33 MARY STARK, NVHSZ____ 835.00 SUSAN K. (FETSCH) CROCKETT, NVHSZ___________________ 50.89 NDACO RESOURCES GROUP, INC., NVHSZ____________4,886.00 SUNRISE YOUTH BUREAU, NVHSZ_________________2,797.50 BJORNSON OIL CO, NVHSZ_____ __________________________ 10.00 MORGAN PRINTING, NVHSZ___ _________________________ 235.00 DIANE BJARNASON, NVHSZ____ __________________________ 29.99 At 12:15 p.m. Stanley Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried.

Board of Commissioners Cavalier County, North Dakota Austin Lafrenz – Chairman Stanley Dick Nick Moser Greg Goodman – Vice Chairman David Zeis Attest: Lisa Gellner - Auditor _______________________________ June 21, 2021 On June 21, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse for a special meeting for budget presentations with all members present.

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Austin Lafrenz called the meeting to order and proceeded as follows: Lafrenz asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Nick Moser; motion carried. Budgets were presented and discussed as listed on the agenda.

At approximately 12:10 p.m., Greg Goodman made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Nick Moser; motion carried. _______________________________ June 23, 2021 On June 23, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse for a special meeting for budget presentations with all members present.

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Austin Lafrenz called the meeting to order and proceeded as follows: Lafrenz asked if there were any changes to the agenda. David Zeis made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried. Budgets were presented and discussed as listed on the agenda. At approximately 12:00 p.m., Greg Goodman made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Nick Moser; motion carried.

Board of Commissioners Cavalier County, North Dakota Austin Lafrenz – Chairman Stanley Dick Nick Moser Greg Goodman – Vice Chairman David Zeis Attest: Lisa Gellner - Auditor Jy12 _______________________________

– THE CLASSIFIEDS –

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED – Full-time position open in our Langdon store.

This position would include some shop work, deliveries, transfers, drive fertilizer truck. This position would include paid health insurance, 401K, paid vacation time and sick leave. Some experience in all areas preferred but will train. Please apply at Farmers Union Oil Co. in Langdon or call Joe at 701-370-2022. ___________________________J18Tf

HELP WANTED –Part-time nights and day shifts available at the C-Store in Langdon. Please apply at Farmers Union Oil Co. in Langdon. ___________________________J14Tf

MISCELLANEOUS

MISCELLANEOUS – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District is taking tree orders for spring 2022 plantings. If you are interested in putting in Field Windbreaks, Farmstead Windbreaks, Feedlot Windbreaks, Wildlife planting or plantings to beautify your yard, contact our office. We have cost share programs you may qualify for. Stop by the office or call 701256-2484 ext. 3 if interested in doing a tree planting. Find us on Facebook at Cavalier County SCD. _____________________________Tf

Maple Manor Care CenterMOVING in Langdon SALE has an openingMOVING for a: SALE – 1511 6th St. HELP WANTED – Maple Manor Langdon. July 12, noon - 6 p.m.

MDS Coordinator

Care Center is looking for a laun- AND July 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. dry aide. 28-32 hours per week. Furniture, toys, girls /boys clothRotating weekends. Apply in per- ing 2t-7, wii accessories. Cash only.

Full-time position, Monday – Rain Friday son or contact Kayce Schlittenhard or shine. at (701) 256-2987. _________________________Jy12Pd Current and valid stateJy12Tf nursing license _________________________

• • • Experience in MDS Coordinator role preferred

FOR RENT

FOR RENT – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District has for rent a 5.5 foot Truax Flex-II No-Till Drill. For more details, Contact the Cavalier County Soil Conservation District at 701-256-2484 ext. 3. __________________________O11Bt

The Osnabrock Community Living Center has a full-time administrative opening.

The position is 32 hours per week. Includes benefits.

Computer skills are required in Word, Excel and etc.

Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

Applicants can send their resume to: Paul Liebersbach, President 327 Montana Street Nekoma, ND 58355 or Pliebersbach@outlook.com For more info contact Paul at 701-949-2113 or 701-305-0721

Help Wanted: Groundskeeper/General Maintenance Worker Cavalier County Memorial Hospital & Clinics in Langdon, ND, is looking to hire a Full-time Groundskeeper/General Maintenance Worker. This is a 40-hour week position, Monday-Friday and shared call. Benefit Eligible. Pay is dependent upon experience.

This position will perform work on the landscaping of the hospital and clinic grounds. Will be responsible for maintaining equipment and using tools for minor repairs and modifications. This individual should also possess skills to do minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. At least 2 years of experience in groundskeeping preferred but not required.

For more info, please contact Ben Knight, Plant Ops Director at 701-256-6107 or Linda in HR at 256-6127 / lindab@ccmhnd.com Applications located at www.cavaliercountyhospital.com under the careers tab.

Position open until filled. EOE

MANAGEMENT/ Help Wanted: MATERIALS PURCHASING MANAGER Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon, ND has a Full-time opening for a Materials Management/Purchasing Manager. This position is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and is Benefit Eligible.

This position will perform the record keeping and processing functions that are associated with purchase orders, products received and inventory. Will be responsible for placing orders, receiving, and distributing supplies for all CCMH departments.

Pay will be dependent upon experience.

For more info, please contact Linda in HR at 256-6127 or lindab@ccmhnd.com Applications located at www.cavaliercountyhospital.com under the careers tab. EOE

HELP WANTED Pembina County Memorial Hospital

Flex-Time Housekeeping: Temporary full time hours during the summer months 8hr day shifts, M-F, 6:30am-3pm, weekend rotation (flexibility may be possible, please inquire) Full-Time Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant Full/Part-time RN (Sign On Bonus: $4,000 Full-time/$2,000.00 Part-time) Full/Part-time LPN (Sign On Bonus: $2,000 Full-time/$1,000.00 Part-time) Flex-time RN Apply online: www.cavalierhospital.com or contact Ann Russell at 701-265-6329 for more information.

Wedgewood Manor

Full-Time Cook/Dietary Aide: • Weekdays, every other weekend, alternating shifts • Willingness to cross train as dietary aide Full-Time Business Office Clerk: Billing/filing of insurances, accounting of resident fund, month end procedures, admitting and discharging residents SIGN ON BONUS! Full/Part-time PM/Night LPN/RN *$10,000 for Full Time RN/LPN* Full/Part-time PM/Night CNAs *$1,500 for Full Time CNA *PM shift earns an additional $2.00/hour! ($750.00 Part Time)* *Night shift earns additional $3.00/hour! *$2,000 for Full Time Night CNA ($1,000.00 Part Time)* EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

CHS is hiring the following positions at Milton, Langdon Adams, Calvin:

FOR RENT – One bedroom newly remodeled basement apartment and one efficiency basebment apartment for rent. No pets, no smokers.

Laundry facilities on site. Utilities included, except phone and TV. Call 701-370-0002. _____________________J28,Jy5,12Bt

Seasonal Operations Specialist Seasonal Truck Drivers CDL Required

FOR RENT – Two bedroom apartment for rent in a 4-plex with its own laundry and garage. Clean, queit and no smoking Call 701-3708179. _____________________Jy12,19,26Bt

Please apply online at chsinc.com

Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon has an opening for a:

Contact Kayce at Maple Manor at 256-2987 or kayce.schlittenhard@mmcarecenter.com, and I will email you an employment application.

HELP WANTED

Work with us!

Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon has an opening for a:

MDS Coordinator

• Full-time position, Monday – Friday • Current and valid state nursing license • Experience in MDS Coordinator role preferred

Full-time Activity Assistant

36-40 hours per week, Monday thru Friday with rotating Wednesday Evenings Must be CNA certified and is benefit eligible

Contact Kayce at Maple Manor at 256-2987 or kayce.schlittenhard@mmcarecenter.com, and I will email you an employment application.

Help Wanted: CNA/Nurse Aide Cavalier County Memorial Hospital is looking to hire a full-time CNA/Nurse Aide.

• 36 hours per week with rotating shifts and every third weekend & rotating holidays.

• Competitive pay, night shift differential, and benefit eligible.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY & WILLING TO TRAIN!

Contact Kayce at Maple Manor at 256-2987 or

Contact Jamie Nienhuis, CNO, or Linda Benoit, HR at Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon, ND. Call 701-256-6127 for more info.

kayce.schlittenhard@mmcarecenter.com,

Applications located at www.cavaliercountyhospital.com under the careers tab. EOE

and I will email you an employment application.

- Statewide Classifieds HELP WANTED MAY-PORT CG SCHOOL is hiring: Full-time English Teacher/ Librarian, kindergarten aide, parttime business office assistant, and custodian. Apply to Supt, Michael Bradner: 900 Main St W, Mayville, ND; 701-788-2281 x225; Michael. bradner@may-portcg.com.

STRASBURG CARE CENTER nursing positions open. 1)RN Nurse Manager-Full time. 2)RN/LPN for days/pm’s, every 4th weekend. 3) RN/LPN for nights, 3 twelve-hour shifts/week, every 4th weekend.

Competitive pay and benefits. For applications or questions, contact Bev Davis, DON at sccdon@bektel. com, call 701-336-2651, or get application www.strasburgcarecenter. org.

STRASBURG CARE CENTER in Strasburg, ND has a position for Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) available to replace retiring manager. The CDM is responsible for overseeing the operation of the Dietary department to include staffing, food ordering and preparation, food delivery and clean-up in accordance with facility procedures, physician’s orders, resident care plans and appropriate regulations. Full-time position with benefits. If interested contact Brian at 701-336-2651 or sccadmin@bektel. com. Applications are online at www.strasburgcarecenter.org .

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By Rita Maisel

The Wilhelmi Story This week’s column was suggested by Patricia Banasik Lorenz as a topic of interest for the returning St. Alphonsus alumni and for the community as a whole. The children of Louis and Stella Wilhelmi from the Loma area hold the record (as near as we can find) for the largest number of high school graduates from a single family, and it is timely because 13 of them graduated from St. Alphonsus High School. We understand there were several aunts and uncles in earlier classes plus grandchildren who had also graduated from SAS before the high school closed in 1968. In the 40 years the high school was in operation, that is a special record. While there are other important stories about this family, we want to give you the names in the order they graduated this week.

The first of the family to attend SAS was Daniel whose obituary says he went for two years. However, when others his age were graduating, he was also the age sought by the military. After the war he worked in California and died at the age of 28 in 1950. Kathleen, who died of whooping cough at a young age, and Edward, who chose or was needed on the farm (maybe

both), were two other family members who did not graduate from St. Alphonsus. Edward’s story in the family history mentions he spent a year in Korea so may have been called for the military as well.

Lucille was a bright little girl from the start, attending North Loma Country School located a quarter of a mile from their farm.

Some of the aunts and uncles lived nearby, and she wrote that she began her high school in Loma before that early high school closed and then, along with two of her cousinsRose and Elfrieda, came to Langdon and St. Alphonsus. Yes, the cousins also graduated from St. Alphonsus.

Lucille finished high school when she was 15, worked at home for a while, and then, because it was wartime and jobs were available in cities, she went to Chicago where she had relatives and worked for four years before coming back to marry Ed Waltz. Three of her sons graduated from St. Alphonsus.

Jeanne spent most of the war years at St. Alphonsus and graduated in 1944. Wanting to do her part, she enrolled in the US Naval cadet nurse training program at Valley City and received her RN certification in 1947. Jeanne’s married name was Hoiland.

Ione graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1947 and got her teaching certificate at Valley City in 1948. Ione’s story tells that she taught for three years, including the North Loma School so might have had some of

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the family in her classes. She married Jack Banasik in 1949, and their oldest daughter, Pat, also graduated from St. Alphonsus. The Banasik family still has a home here.

Charlotte lived with the Fischer family working for her room and board (this was a common way for girls to earn their way through high school) and graduated from St. Alphonsus High School in 1948.

She went on to Aaker’s Business College in 1949, working her way there by living with another family.

Charlotte married Leo Haggerty in 1955.

Colleen was the first of the family that I knew and remember she and Betty coming over to LHS along with other St. Alphonsus girls who took Home Ec. She graduated in 1950 and went off to Minot State for her teacher’s training and then taught at the “home” school before marrying Bob Loff. They had eight children and made their home near Edmore. Colleen died in a tragic accident in 1978.

Betty was next in line and graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1952.

She also went to Minot for teacher’s training and taught at the school near the farm where they grew up.

Another of the family who stayed in the Langdon area, Betty married Bob Bata in 1956. Children and grandchildren started out as students at St. Alphonsus and then have gone on to graduate from LHS or later Langdon Area High School.

Louis, known to most people as

Louie and to the next generation as Uncle Junior, graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1953 and went on to Wahpeton State School of Science for a science degree in refrigeration and air conditioning. Louie became an independent contractor, and yes, we do know the school he attended has now changed its name. Louis married JoLeen Domres, and they have made their home in Minnesota for a number of years. His death is the most recent in the family.

Alvin graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1954. He stayed on the farm the first year after graduating to help his brothers as their dad was ill, but the following year he and the next brother made their way to California. Alvin graduated from Long Beach State College in 1963 with, what we think, more than one degree in electrical engineering as he went on to work for NASA on unmanned satellites to Venus and Jupiter. He married Sue who survives him. Either Alvin visited North Dakota more often than others or had a lot of friends here because his visits are remembered.

Wallace graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1955, and in June of that year he and Alvin headed west to California. Wally attended Long Beach City College for his mechanical engineering degree.

Kenny graduated from St. Alphonsus High School in 1957 and in 1960 married Lanetta Brooks from Langdon. He went on to NDSU for his BS and Master’s degrees in agronomy and then to Lincoln, Nebraska, where he got his PhD in agronomy. They spent time in Africa where he worked with government farming programs and returned to Nebraska where Lanetta died. Later he married again and with his second wife opened a popular pizza restaurant in Langdon.

Ken also served as mayor of Langdon until his death.

Arlene, who recorded much of the family history in a special book titled Wilhelmi Legends, graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1959. She went on to Saint Francis School of Nursing in Breckenridge, Minn., getting her degree there in 1962.

She married John Leisen and currently she is the oldest living member of this Wilhelmi family.

Sharon graduated from St. Alphonsus High School in 1962. She also chose nursing and graduated from Presentation School of Nursing in 1965 and St. Michael’s School of Anesthesia in 1967. She received her BSN from UND in 1987. Sharon is married to Vernon Wick and lives in Grand Forks. She coordinated the dates and places for this column.

Jerry is the youngest of this family and graduated from St. Alphonsus in 1964. In pictures he appears to have grown up with some of the next generation, and one of the family wrote that he would ask his mother for a younger brother and she let him know their family was fine just as it was. Jerry went on to UND and graduated in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Education 7-12. He continued education classes with a Master’s equivalent and has been teacher, coach, principal, and athletic director over a 40-year career in education.

Special thanks are due to Pat Lorenz; Val Darling, who provided a copy of the family book; and Sharon Wick, Jerry Wilhelmi and Sue Wilhelmi, who live in different states but worked together on the educational history of this family.

In using contributed information, I found some stories that could be future columns in the work done by other Wilhelmi historians from the past. The three family members currently living are Arlene, Sharon and Jerry as well as several of the spouses of other family members.

Prairie Doc® Perspectives: Our antiviral founding father which involved exposing a cut on the recipient’s arm to a small dose of the virus, hopefully just enough to trigger immunity without causing severe illness or death. The procedure was illegal in many places including Washington’s home state of Virginia.

Washington knew they could not afford to lose more soldiers to smallpox. Thus, despite push back from the Continental Congress, Washington ordered this primitive form of vaccination for the entire army, and by the end of 1777 more than 40,000 soldiers had received it.

Infection of the army dropped from 20 percent to one percent and lawmakers repealed bans of variolation for smallpox across the colonies.

George Washington’s efforts at quarantine and primitive vaccination helped protect the Continental Army from disease which helped them eventually defeat the British Army and earn independence for the United States of America.

The war on COVID-19 may take several years as well. History shows how vaccination can be a great weapon against disease. Unfortunately, many remain unvaccinated, and hundreds in the U.S. continue to die each day. We need to rally both nationally and locally, to unite our efforts so we can gain our independence from Covid-19.

Andrew Ellsworth, M.D. is part of The Prairie Doc® team of physicians and currently practices family medicine in Brookings, South Dakota. For free and easy access to the entire Prairie Doc® library, visit www.prairiedoc. org and follow Prairie Doc® on Facebook featuring On Call with the Prairie Doc® a medical Q&A show streaming on Facebook most Thursdays at 7 p.m. central.

By Andrew Ellsworth, M.D.

Adopt-a-planter

Pictured above are the Langdon businesses that participated in the Langdon City Beautification project, Adopt-a-Planter: top left is the Bread Pan Bakery, top right is FM Bank, bottom left is Farmers Union Insurance, and bottom right is the Mostad Insurance. Stop by and enjoy the beauty and creativity of the businesses that help beautify our Main Street! Photos by Lori Peterson.

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When the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, the American colonies still needed to win the Revolutionary War to truly gain their independence from the British Empire. The war continued another seven years until September 3, 1783. One of the deadliest threats to the Continental Army, however, was not the British Army, it was disease, especially smallpox.

Boston had an outbreak of smallpox in 1775 from British Redcoats arriving to fight the rebellion.

George Washington knew very well the dangers of smallpox after having had it himself as a young man, which left scars on his face. To keep his soldiers safe, Washington did not allow anyone from Boston near his troops. Washington wrote to John Hancock, the president of the Continental Congress, that he would “continue the utmost vigilance against this most dangerous enemy.” Later, when the British withdrew from Boston, Washington allowed only soldiers with immunity into the city.

Most of the Continental Army had never had smallpox while most of the Redcoats had. This put the Americans at a big disadvantage. An attempt by the Continental Army to take Quebec failed in part because of heavy losses due to smallpox. In fact, General John Thomas died of smallpox in July 1776.

This was before the advancement of vaccinations. However, there was a procedure known as variolation, an early form of vaccination

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