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The State of Sales -By Harvey Mackay

I will go to the ends of the earth to find ways to improve communication and selling, so I was delighted to be invited to Israel in July to be briefed by the crème-dela-crème of Israel’s intelligence community. Wallto-wall briefings introduced me to 25 top strategists, military commanders and technology entrepreneurs. Why is Israeli intelligence gathering so widely envied and emulated? Its discipline, attention to detail and passion are breathtaking. These same traits that distinguish Israel’s national intelligence program are easy to spot in the country’s economy. It’s increasingly dominated by entrepreneurial, high-tech innovators in breakthrough industries like 3D printing.

Israel’s leading “serial entrepreneur” Yossi Vardi has built over 60 companies and sold a couple of them to the likes

of Microsoft and AOL. He believes an appreciation for risk and opportunity fuels the drive to innovate. Israelis have learned to focus on innovation with a practical payback. Yossi told me: “In the U.S., risk means the chance you’ll lose your money. In Israel, risk means missiles will be buzzing around your head if you make a mistake.”

According to The Economist, Israeli military spending is the fifth highest per capita worldwide. However, as a percent of GDP, it’s dived from 17.7 percent in 1991 to 6 percent today. The priority battlefield concerns now downplay the traditional tanks-and-troops profile. Cyberwarfare has soared in importance, along with pre-emptive intelligence.

Israel may be swimming in advanced technology, but the sway of tradition is unmistakable. World-renowned activist Natan Sharansky invited me to Sabbath dinner with his family. Originally I planned to step through a bevy of questions I had entered on my iPad. Instead I had to work from memory. As custom has it, the only lights on a Sabbath dinner table flicker from the candles.

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The high point of my visit was a rousing hour-long one-on-one with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

In August 1999, I first met with Netanyahu when I was honored by the AISH Hatorah organization, along with then U.S. Senator John Kerry and then U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich. After his first term as prime minister in May 1999, Netanyahu turned his attention to plans to retool Israel’s economy to its dazzling new look.

Before I began my meeting in the Prime Minister’s office, Ron Dermer, Israel’s new Ambassador to the United States, confided in me: “Harvey, this is the first time in my career I’ve had a boss Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

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Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 who works harder than I do. He’s simply 24/7.” I suspected I would be talking with a leader as dedicated to successful meeting preparation as I am. Netanyahu did not disappoint.

Time and again, I’ve emphasized how much any leader today has to be a consummate salesperson. Netanyahu may be unmatched in his salesmanship flair among the many senior statesmen I’ve met. He used his time with me to step through his national agenda with ease and impact.

Netanyahu’s account of whittling down tax rates and making telephone costs competitive was exact. His economics were as precise as his passion for preserving Jewish history was intense.The seemingly endless supply of facts and ideas made their mark. None, though, resonated as much as the fact that I was experiencing a gifted communicator at his best.

What made the Prime Minister’s communication so forceful yet appealing? I captured my reactions immediately after the meeting. I listed signature points that summed up Netanyahu’s expert communications command.

The first could be considered primarily style: • Firm handshake • Penetrating eye contract • Easy, laid-back humor • Modulated speaking, ranging from a haunting whisper to a bellowing laugh • Engaging smile • The poise one associates with leaders at home with the challenges of their job These highly appealing trimmings only worked because the meat-and-potatoes of Bibi’s comments were so sol-

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id.That’s where the second set of traits played such a powerful part: • Authoritative command of content • Focus in clearly making each of his points • Passion that he was convinced his messages were important • Conviction that his course was right • Confidence that he and his team knew how to prevail • Charisma in presenting his package so it registered on the emotions as much as the intellect Guess what? You don’t need to clock time at the United Nations General Assembly to develop this sort of expertise. These are the same skills that are the stock-in-trade of communications training outfits like Toastmasters International and Dale Carnegie. Go investigate.

Whether it’s widgets or world policy, salesmanship skills work wonders.

Mackay’s Moral: You don’t have to be a prime minister to be a prime mover.

Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay MBA of Selling in the Real World,” and “Use Your Head To Get Your Foot In The Door.”

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Gordon “Gordy” M. Olson

Obituaries Ruth A. Klein

Ruth A. Klein, age 77, of Albany, died unexpectedly on September 14, 2013 at the Albany Area Hospital in Albany, Minnesota.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 19 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albany with Pastor Bradley Pearson officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery in Albany.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church in Albany.

Ruth Ann Kotzer was born February 21, 1936 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Paul and Sophie (Hersil) Kotzer. On October 27, 1956 she married Ervin Klein at Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Albany. They farmed together near the Holdingford area until 1981. Ruth worked at Fingerhut in St. Cloud and at St. John’s University for 17 years; retiring in 1998. After retirement, she worked for the Holdingford School District as a lunchroom aide. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albany.

Ruth loved spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-

grandchildren. She enjoyed flowers, sewing, bird watching, and going to garage and antique sales with her friends.

Survivors include her husband, Ervin Klein of Albany; children, Alan (LuAnn) Klein of Sauk Rapids, Jeffery (Mary Jo) Klein of Holdingford, Russell (Sheila) Klein of Clarissa, and Cheryl (Andrew) Hollermann of Albany; 12 grandchildren, Daniel (Brenda) Klein of Holdingford, Brian Klein of St. Stephen, Kevin (Jemielle) Klein of St. Joseph, Adam Klein (fiancé, Kayla) of Sauk Rapids, Jason (Melinda) Klein of Waite Park, Mitch Klein of St. Cloud, Kyle (Yalanda) Klein of Clarissa, Paul Hollermann of Albany, Ethan Hollermann of Clarissa, and Garrett Hollermann of Albany; seven great-grandchildren, Abigail, Hannah, Austin, Daisy, John, Paige, and Kellie Klein; brothers, Alex and Donald Kotzer.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughters, Brittany and Alyssa Klein; sisters, Rosemary Kotzer and Margaret Klein.

Serving as casket bearers will be Daniel Klein, Kevin Klein, Adam Klein, Jason Klein, Mitch Klein, Kyle Klein, Paul Hollermann, and Ethan Hollermann. Cross bearer will be Garrett Hollermann. Honorary bearer will be Brian Klein.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

Scott L. Schave

Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Sartell for Scott L. Schave, age 56, of Holdingford who passed away Thursday, September 12, 2013 at his home. Rev. Timothy Baltes officiated and burial followed in the parish cemetery.

Scott was born April 24, 1957 in St. Cloud to Walter & Irene (Terres) Schave. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Scott worked in the stockroom at Polar Tank & Trailer in Opole. He enjoyed woodworking and playing his guitar, and he loved his grandchildren.

Scott was a loving, compassionate, giving, big hearted person who was always helping others.

Survivors include his son, Jacob (fiancée, Courtney Niño) of Rice; daughter, Rachel of Rice; parents, Walter & Irene Schave of Sartell; grandchildren, Caleb & Wesley Schave; and brothers and sister, Jody (June) of Sartell, Lori Jo (Garth) Turner of Sartell, and Brian (Theresa) of Wilmington, NC; and many other friends and family.

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G o r d o n “Gordy” M. Olson, 75 year old resident of Upsala, MN passed away Thursday, September 12, 2013 at his home in Upsala after a nine month battle with lung cancer.

F u n e r a l Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at Community Covenant Church in Upsala, MN with Rev. Craig Johnson and Rev. Bill Abeler officiating. Burial will be at the Community Covenant Cemetery in Upsala, MN. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church.

Gordon M. Olson was born on June 24th, 1938 in Monticello, Minnesota to the late Ervin and Eunice Olson. He was raised on a farm in Becker, MN and attended a one room school house being the only one in his grade for 5 years. Gordon was a star basketball player in high school with the nick name “Goose”, he graduated from Becker High School in 1957. Following graduation Gordon attended St. Cloud State for one year and then went to Dunwoody Institute for 2 years studying carpentry. He was known for his superb carpentry skills. On a hunting trip at the age of 26, he was shot and left for

dead. By God’s grace he survived and many times said, “Every day was a bonus after that.” He was a master turkey hunter and designed and made his own turkey calls, with one being mass produced. Gordon enjoyed carpentry work his entire life, yet the job he enjoyed most was working at Camp Lebanon for 13 years before retiring in 2008. He was dedicated to loving his family and was a long time member of the Little Falls Gideons.

He loved southern gospel music, camping, hunting, and being in the woods. Though he had many passions in life, his greatest passion was for the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Joan Olson of 33 years; children, Sherry (Pete) McDonald, Pam (Bruce) Gassman, Darrin (Mary Glans) Olson, Rebecah (Dan) Martin, Rachel Olson, Bonnie (Chris) Cunningham, Sherri (Jay) Patzer, and Steve Young; grandchildren, Chris, Zachary, Sarah, Ben, Rachel, Hannah, Brittany, Dylan, Nikki, Blake, Jacob, Eric, Savanna, Kayla, Kelly and Steve; sister, Sharon Myers; brother, Norman Olson; and several nieces and a nephew.

Gordy was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Darlene.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Ken Crommet, Ken Olson, Mike Schultz and Tad Brown. Pallbearers will be Vernon Florell, Vance Florell, Steve Olson, Bob Kretlow, Gary Eggert and Phil Gerth Arrangements are with the Shelley Funeral Chapel.

Leone “Lee” Hagstrom Leone “Lee” Hagstrom, 91 years young, a resident of Upsala, MN passed away Saturday, September 14, 2013 at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN. Funeral Service was held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Upsala, MN. Pastor Trisha Jorgenson officiated and burial was at Gethsemane Lutheran Cemetery in Upsala, MN. Leone was born on June 2, 1922 in St. Cloud, MN. Her parents were Louis and Laura Larson (Ramlo). After the death of her father when she was very young, she spent her early childhood in Cushing, MN. Her mother remarried Bert Ramlo; and when Leone was around 12 years old, the family moved to Upsala where her parents owned and operated a grocery store. She was a resident of Upsala ever since.

She was united in marriage to Duane “Duke” Hagstrom on August 25, 1946 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church. Leone loved babies and she raised four children in Upsala in the little house on the corner next to the firehall and the creamery. She also loved animals and the house was filled with the laughter of children, the barks and squeaks and meows of many pets over the years and the joys and simple pleasures of a

young family in the 50s and 60s. Leone loved engaging with others. She was energized by people and nothing brought her more delight than sharing life’s moments with another person. She also enjoyed reading and had a passion for sports enjoying the Minnesota Twins (until they traded Morneau) and even the Vikings.

As the years passed and Leones’ children grew-up and began to leave home, she took on the job of bookkeepr for the creamery across the road. She said she used to walk to work in the dark and home again in the dark as winter set in with its shortened light. Her dog, Butch, would wait each day at the end of the driveway for her return. As Leone got older, she took on another area of service and caring. She began to visit people who lived in the local nursing homes.

She had a true calling and spent many years driving faithfully each week to make her rounds cheering and loving the people there.

Leone was filled with the sparkle of life and could become the friend of anyone she met.

Survivors are: 3 sons: Tom Hagstrom, John (Carla) Hagstrom, Kevin (Terese) Hagstrom; 1 daughter: Lynn (Ken “Rusty” Gates) Haldy; 5 grandchildren: BJ and Valerie Haldy, Amanda Haldy, Shane Hagstrom, and Josh Hagstrom as well as her beloved cats Smokey Bo, Kizzy and Orangey.

Leone was preceeded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Bernice Osberg; brother, Eldon Larson; sister in law, Louise Hagstrom, and other loved ones.

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Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey (A tricky joint account) Dear Dave, I’m getting married soon, and we plan to open a joint checking account. Keeping a register accurately will be difficult because I travel two weeks out of every month.

Do you have any suggestions for keeping track of things, or should we just rely on online access to the account?

Ed Dear Ed, I would set up a second checking account, one to which you both have access, that’s only for travel. Giving you both access allows you to track what you do and her to see what’s going on and act as your backup when it comes time to balance the register.

Here’s an example. A few years ago we were remodeling our home. My wife and I opened a separate checking account and put all of our remodeling money in there. It was easier to keep the money separate, but we both had access and were involved in the account.

Understand, this wasn’t a “his” and “hers” arrangement. It was merely for the purposes of keeping our everyday activities separate from the remodeling budget. When you get married the preacher proclaims you as one. That means throughout life and everything involved, including your finances!

—Dave (Don’t use a land contract) Dear Dave, What’s your opinion on buying a house on a land contract?

Keith Dear Keith, I would never, under any circumstances, ever buy a property on a land contract.

In some places this kind of thing is called a “contract for deed,” but the problem is you don’t have the deed. The property is not in your name. You could easily run into a situation where you’ve paid the balance down for 10 years, then the guy you’re paying gets into a car wreck or another kind of financial trouble and someone slaps

a $500,000 lien against the property that’s supposed to be yours.

Don’t pay for property that isn’t in your name, Keith. Land contracts, or contracts for deed, are dangerous for the buyer and just plain stupid!

—Dave (Co-signer passed away) Dear Dave, My father co-signed for my niece’s student loans, and recently he passed away.

My mom didn’t sign for the loans, but would she be held responsible now?

Denise Dear Denise, I’m really sorry to hear about your dad.

But no, your mom is not on the hook for the loans. Your dad’s estate could be held responsible though.

When you die, what you own stands good for what you owe. So anything he owned—perhaps his and your mother’s home—would have to stand good for it.

This means that while your mom isn’t liable, the student loan would have to be cleared as if it were a normal debt in order for your mom to keep, free and clear, any of the stuff your dad owned.

There’s another possibility also.

Federally insured student loans do not count against your estate when you die. If you pass away or become permanently disabled, the loan is forgiven. I believe that’s true for co-signers as well, but make sure you check into the situation carefully. We’re talking about the federal government, and they don’t usually operate in the realm of common sense!

—Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 6 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations.

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Zoey weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 20 ½ inches in length.

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Grandparents are John and Pam Jensen of Melrose, Greg and Sharon Deters of Sauk Centre and Chris and Sandy Weisser of Sauk Centre. Great grandparents are Iva Jensen of Hendricks, Floyd and Carol Emerson of Dilworth, Lola Thompson of Sauk Centre and Bernard and Joann Deters of Sauk Centre.

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Community Snapshots

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Some members of the Mound Lake Association conducted their fall “road clean-up” around the lake on Saturday, September 14. Submitted by Carol Johnson.

The Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions recently repaired and installed a sign at the Lions park in Grey Eagle that had been damaged in a recent storm. This is one of many “Hands On” projects that the Lions are involved with to improve their community. Submitted by Harry Grammond.

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By Carol Johnson The Grey Eagle Senior Center will be having a pot luck supper with Bingo games to follow on Wednesday, September 25 at 5:30 p.m. We would like to invite our members and members of

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A free-will offering is requested at Saturday, October 5 the door and complimentary tickets are available from all church members and 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the church office in Long Prairie. Adat the Swanville School vance tickets are not necessary to attend this event.

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Minnesota Through The Lens:

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MON., SEPT. 23: BBQ chicken, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, sherbet.

TUE., SEPT. 24: Shepherds pie, fruit, brownie.

WED., SEPT. 25: Roast pork sandwich, whipped potatoes, gravy, trio vegetables, jello poke cake.

THUR., SEPT. 26: Club sandwich, minestrone soup, romaine salad, apple crisp.

FRI., SEPT. 27: Salmon loaf, oven fried potatoes, peas w/cream sauce, pudding. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., SEPT. 23: Sausage egg bake, fruit, hash browns, sherbet.

TUE., SEPT. 24: Chicken chili, romaine salad, veggie sticks, brownie.

WED., SEPT. 25: Chicken penne pasta salad, beef vegetable soup, raisins, jello poke cake.

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Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Bipartisan support for repealing new taxes During last week’s special legislative session dealing with disaster aid, the main topic at times took a back seat to another subject. The repeal of certain taxes was brought up several times during floor debate, although no official action was taken on the repeal of any tax. It’s interesting to note, however, that of the 20 bills introduced during the special session, 13 dealt with changes to Minnesota’s tax code. The most popular topic was the sales tax on the repair of commercial equipment, including farm and other business machines. In all, four bills were introduced to eliminate all the so-called “Business to Business” (B2B) taxes.

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Another four bill introductions dealt with repealing just the sales tax on farm repairs. That tax, in effect since July, collects the full sales tax rate on the labor portion of repair bills for farm machines and equipment. Two of those bills were introduced by members of the DFL party and two by Republicans, showing that the topic is truly bi-partisan. In fact, House File No. 2, the one right behind the main disaster relief bill, was a farm sales tax repeal bill signed onto by nine Democrats, many of whom voted for the original tax bill in the first place.

I signed on to three bills that were introduced at the special session. One called for the elimination of all B2B taxes, another called for the specific repeal of the tax on farm repairs, and the third dealt with rolling back the increase in the cigarette and tobacco tax that was enacted during the last session.

These extra bill introductions were largely symbolic as no action was taken on any of them. It does show, however, that interest in these taxes is high and that pressure is mounting on both sides of the aisle to remove at least some of them.

With revenue collections running behind projections for the second consecutive month, however, it may be more difficult to repeal any of these taxes next year.

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about 2 percent behind forecast for the first two months of the new fiscal year, although the Labor Day holiday caused one less day to be counted in the August total.

The slow, soaking rainfall over the weekend was wonderful to receive. The one inch that fell on our farm was the largest amount of precipitation since back in June when heavy storms crossed the state. It’s probably a couple of weeks too late in terms of helping this year’s farm crops as many of the soybeans have begun turning color and dropping their leaves. Much of the corn as well, has begun turning ripe as the hot, dry summer pushed crops to maturity too quickly for the available moisture. In fact, a neighbor of mine combined soybeans last week, having to leave only a few green spots in a field that was mostly dry.

For the most part, yields will not measure up to last year, which was an amazingly good year around these parts.

Kernels will probably be smaller than normal, and test weights will be lighter.

I visited with a farmer who raises corn under irrigation, and he also commented on the smaller size of kernels this year.

Lower prices for farm commodities in the year ahead will help those who buy feed for livestock. One big exception to

lower prices is alfalfa. Because of shortages in other parts of the country and dryness around the Upper Midwest, prices for high quality dairy hay are extremely high.

Most silage chopping has already been completed, and we can expect fall harvest to get into full swing in the next couple of weeks. Be careful on our rural roads and watch out for big, slow-moving harvest equipment.

Rep. Anderson can be contacted by email at rep.paul.anderson@house.mn or by phone at 651-296-4317. To receive email updates sign-up on his webpage at www.house.mn/13a.

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Local Municipality Minutes Grey Eagle City August 13, 2013 These are unapproved minutes.

The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Jim Gohman at 7:00 p.m., on the 13th day of August, 2013. Council members present were Ralph Muellner, Thom Muellner and Dennis Barrett.

Council member Andrea Kraska was absent. Also in attendance were Lori Hellmann, Andy Bartkowicz and guests Bob Asmus, David Tschida and Deputy Lavin.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the amended agenda. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2013 meeting as written. A second was made by Ralph Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the minutes of the July 29, 2013 emergency meeting as written. A second was made

by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to approve the building permit application for Bob Asmus to build a 20x28 addition to the west side of the existing shop. A second was made by Thom Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the building permit application for David Tschida to remove existing home and replace with a moved in 28x52 home/ garage contingent upon completed survey of the property, proper setbacks as set forth in city ordinance and the requirement of connection to the city water supply. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

There was some discussion on a property where it appears some building may be taking place. A letter will be sent informing the property owner that building permits are required for certain projects and must be approved and obtained prior to any building taking place.

The following water/wastewater items were discussed: 1. Andy was named “Rookie of the Year” from the Minnesota Wastewater Operators Association for 2013; 2. Contact has been made with the Dan Spieker from the City of

Long Prairie for sewer jetting.

3. Some information has been obtained regarding a back- up generator for the east lift station, though no decisions have been made at this time. The council is hoping to have something in place by spring.

Andy informed the council that there is a pine tree at Lakeview Cemetery that is leaning over and near power lines after the last storm.

Contact will be made with Minnesota Power and Stearns Electric to determine who serves that area.

Andy updated the council on the culvert on the corner of the Ken Messer’s property. The Fire Department flushed the culvert and the water went through but the sand and silt piled up. Andy took out a full dump truck full of silt/sand from the culvert. The Fire Department will flush the culvert once more and if that doesn’t clean it out, Andy will look into having it jetted when the sewer lines are done.

The nets at the volleyball court got bent over during the last storm.

Andy went out there with the help of Tom Berscheit to bend the poles back but the poles may need to be replaced.

The Lions sign at the ten acre park site was broken during the last storm. New posts are ordered and will be installed as time permits.

The curb stop at the property that was owned by Damon Butler was broken off and bent with a tractor and scoop while plowing snow.

Several attempts had been made to find the broken curb stop to no avail until recently, and by the time it had been located, the property had been sold. A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to have the curb stop repaired, with the cost of the repairs to be billed to Damon Butler. A second was made by Thom Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

It was brought to the attention of the council that during the State Street project, a hole was made in the basement wall of the funeral home for a new water service to the Library. A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to approve $295 for the cost of the repair to the basement wall of the funeral home. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

There was some discussion on a complaint regarding the possibility that a resident was dismantling a shed and bringing the materials to the residence in the city. The situation will be monitored and will be dealt with as allowed by city ordinance.

The council discussed a letter

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A letter will be sent to a property owner who purchased a home that had never been connected to city water. Any property not connected to city water at the time of sale or transfer is required to make the necessary connection by city ordinance.

The clerk reported that there have been many instances recently that the door to the council meeting room has been left unlocked.

Anyone who has access to the door will be reminded to make sure the door is locked when leaving the premises.

The mayor updated the council on the need for more rubber mulch for the playground at the park.

The council discussed employee wages for budget purposes.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the closing of Woodman Street North, between Minnesota Street and State Street for a car show that will be held on Sunday, September 1, 2013. A second was made by Ralph Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to approve the contract with the Todd County Attorney for 2014. A second was made by Thom Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to pay a one- time user fee of $300 for CTAS, the state accounting program. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to approve the liquor license application for the Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions Club for September 1st and 2nd. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The request for a reduction in city services was denied.

The clerk was instructed to proceed with delinquent utilities as allowed by ordinance.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the various fund transfers as follows: $768.36 from the Fire Fund to the Fire Hall debt service fund, $79.44 from the General Fund, of which $22.44 goes to the water fund and $57 goes to the sewer fund for fire hall and library utilities, and $644.70 from the sewer fund to the sewer rehab fund. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to approve the payment of bills as listed and to include the following additions: $1,706.02 to Minnesota Power and $14,990 to Preferred Controls. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to adjourn at 9:30 p.m.

A second was made by Ralph Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 in council chambers.

Lori Hellmann, Clerk Burnhamville Township August 27, 2013 These are unapproved minutes.

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville Township was held August 27, 2013 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to

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order at 7:00 p.m. by vice-chairman Louis Thompson. Members present include Supervisors: Bruce Johnson and Louis Thompson; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky; Treasurer Pam Throener; absent: Sup. Mike Berscheit. Others present: Ervin Muellner and Erv Herdering.

Sup. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of July 30, 2013. Motion seconded by Sup. Thompson. Motion was made by Sup. Thompson to pay all bills numbered 4842 through 4853: Rev. $675.69, R&B $12,440.12. Sup. Johnson seconded the motion. Motions passed.

Correspondence included notices of Todd County planning meeting and receipt of the township maps ordered.

One supervisor gave a report on fixing the Long Lake boating access.

Sup. Johnson made a motion to refund one of the dust control payments on Explorer Drive due to not getting sprayed in a timely manner. Motion was seconded by Sup. Thompson. Motion passed In the road report the contractor will work on Dunlin Road reshaping very soon, then continue other items on road inspection list.

Supervisor will check Evergreen Drive where someone made a ridge on the road.

August 27 was the annual Swanville Rural Fire Association meeting.

Treasurer’s report showed a balance of $213,959.70 before tonight’s bills. The treasurer will check interest rates for putting more money in savings or CD. Treasurer’s report was accepted on a motion by Sup. Johnson and seconded

by Sup. Thompson. Motion passed.

Motion was made by Sup. Thompson to adjourn the meeting

which was seconded by Sup. Johnson. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m. Next regular meeting will be on September 24, 2013 at 7 p.m. in the Burtrum Community Center.

Shirley Hulinsky, Clerk Grey Eagle Township September 9, 2013 These are unapproved minutes.

Call to Order: Ron Frericks called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was recited. Members Present: Ron Frericks, Ray Bense, Mary Ann Primus, & Mike Rohe.

Agenda Approval: A preliminary agenda was presented. Ron asked if there were additions to the agenda. No additions. Ray made the motion to accept the agenda.

Mike made the second. All in favor.

Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes: The clerk provided copies of the August 5, 2013 minutes to the board. Ray made the motion to approve the minutes as written. Mike made the second, all in favor. Minutes approved.

Town Clerk’s Report: Clerk presented the claims list for August.

Claims list included 9 claims for a total of $22,522.93. Ray made the motion to approve the claims. Mike made the second, Motion carried unanimously. Clerk shared mail received this month which included a letter from the MNsure program and some advertising letters.

Treasurer’s Report: Mary Ann Primus presented the treasurer’s report as follows: Beginning Balance as of July 31, 2013: $280,630.61; Checks cleared:17, $11,840.98; Deposits including interest: $34.58; Balance as of July 31, 2013: $268,824.21; Outstanding Deposits: 0.00; Outstanding Checks: $200.00;

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Cash Available : $280,624.61; CD Balance: $102,930.01. Ray made the motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Second by Mike. All in favor, Motion carried.

Road and Bridge Report: Ray reported the corner repair on Brakken Road was completed. Ray would recommend the board look into seal coating Brakken Road and 341st, as it is showing signs of wear. Ray reported on the meeting at the DNR access on Mound Lake, nothing was approved as of yet, the property line issue needs to be settled first, however, the DNR will contribute $2,000 to improve the roadway and there is a possibility that the snow could be pushed into the parking area in the winter instead of creating a new turn around area. The Township Board will continue to work with the DNR to complete this project. The tree removal policy was reviewed and it was decided to add a line stating that the brush would need to be cleaned up within one week of the storm and that any stumps would have to be cut or ground up to ground level or completely removed.

Additional agenda items: Dock removal will be October 1st or when weather turns cold.

Public Comment: A resident from Angler Trl. was present and asked the Township to look at the washouts on the road and how the road might be repaired to keep this from happening. Ray and Erv H. are both aware of the washouts and will work out a solution.

Adjournment: Motion by Mike to adjourn the meeting. Ray made the second. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer

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Harvest Time -By Sheila Ripplinger

Our family recently visited one of our daughters who is married to a crop farmer. How awesome to drive around the country and see the thousands of acres of beautiful golden wheat fields!

Good seed had been planted in the Spring with much care and prayer, and they have watched it grow throughout the summer. The crops have experienced drought, storms, and weeds, while the farmer patiently waits until this harvest season to witness the outcome of their labor and love for the crops.

In Matthew 13, Jesus tells a parable about a crop farmer who planted good seed (wheat) in his field. He patiently waited for his wheat to sprout, and when it did, weeds also appeared.

There is a poisonous weed called darnel, which looks a lot like the grain while it is young, but later can be distinguished for what it really is... weeds.

The farmhand asked the farmer, “Where did these weeds come from?”

The farmer replied, “An enemy did this.” The farmhand asked the farmer if he should pull them up, but the owner of the field said no, because by pulling up the weeds, the wheat could be uprooted as well. He told the farmhand to let them grow together until the harvest.

Jesus explains that the field is this world, and He is the Farmer who sows the good seed. The enemy is the devil who sneaks in and sows the weeds while

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everyone is sleeping. The harvest is the end of the age when the two will be separated by the Harvesters, the angels of the Lord who will gather the wheatthe true believers. The weeds represent the sins and all who do evil and refuse the Truth. They will be ‘weeded out’ and burned.

Both will continue to live and grow together in the field- this world until the Harvest. Both will strive to succeed through the storms and droughts that take place while living in this field. In reality, only the wheat can honestly and joyfully look forward to that great Harvest Day. If you are living as a weed, that day will be a dreadful time of everlasting, unquenchable sorrow and grief.

A weed may be able to fool the wheat that it grows side by side with. However, that will not matter so much in the end to the wheat, because the wheat will not judge the weeds. In fact, the wheat may become stronger growing next to the weeds. What does matter though, is that the Farmer cannot be fooled. God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows, and Harvest Time will prove the final outcome of the crops.

Galatians 6:8~ ‘The one who sows to please the sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from that Spirit will reap eternal life.’

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Todd County 4-H State Fair Livestock Minnesota 4-H’ers from more than 83 counties arrived with over 2,885 animals at the 2013 “Great Minnesota GetTogether” for this year’s 4-H livestock encampment held Thursday, August 22-Sunday, August 25. 4-H had 2885 participants exhibit over the weekend including: Beef: 605 exhibits; Dairy: 469 exhibits; Goats: 317 exhibits; Poultry: 265 exhibits; Rabbits: 314 exhibits; Sheep: 358 exhibits; Swine: 488 exhibits.

4-H’ers have been preparing for this event all summer long. There are several components a member considers when they decide to exhibit livestock, including selection and preparation of the animal, educational programming, scholarship applications, and participation at county fairs.

Education is integral in the “learn by doing” philosophy of 4-H. As part of the educational component, Minnesota 4-H requires every youth participating in the livestock encampment to part in a livestock interview. Examples of the interview process include an on-line knowledge test, skill-a-thons, and personal interviews about their project area.

Along with interviews, all 4-H youth participating in livestock programming are required to complete the Livestock Quality Assurance and Ethics (LQA&E) Training. Through this certification, youth are educated on bio-security, educating the public on the role of livestock, and caring for their animal’s welfare.

Returning for the sixth year is the Peer Mentor program, a partnership between 4-H and the Minnesota Foundation for Responsible Animal Care (MnFRAC). This program assists in preparing youth in understanding the role of livestock not only as a project, but as products that ultimately consumers purchase and use. As 4-H exhibitors share their animals with the general public, they use the opportunity to educate consumers about all stages of livestock production.

Many 4-H participants also have the opportunity to finance their education as recipients of scholarships. This year the Dairy Project will continue with the 4th annual Dairy Showcase and award spe-

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cial recognition and scholarships to 25 outstanding participants based on their dairy industry knowledge, 4-H dairy project involvement, along with state fair dairy show results.

The annual Purple Ribbon Auction sponsored by the Minnesota Livestock Breeders Association (MLBA) presents 20 scholarships to youth with wellrounded leadership, community service and livestock involvement throughout their 4-H career. Quality animals, quality kids, and quality buyers made the 34th Purple Ribbon Auction, the annual parade of champion beef, lambs, goats and swine set five new record prices and tied one. The auction raised more than $450,000 in additional premium dollars from 100 head for Minnesota 4-H youth and programs.

In the 4-H building, we have over 2,844 exhibits, 295 County Arts-In and Share the Fun participants. Last year, more than 71,000 youth throughout Minnesota participated in 4-H programs.

According to a Tufts University national study, 4-H youth are more likely to have better grades and are more emotionally engaged with school and see themselves going to college. They are less likely to have risky or problem behaviors or experience depression. They are also more likely to be civically active and make contributions to their communities.

4-H not only produces purple ribbon animals, but more importantly is focused on producing purple ribbon kids! Congratulations to all the youth from 4-H who participated in the Livestock Encampment at the 2013 Minnesota State Fair. 4-H’ers from Todd County exhibiting at the State Fair were: Mikala Decker, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Dairy, Red; Rochelle Herzog, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Dairy, Red; Dylan Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Dairy, Red; Erica Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Dairy, Blue; Megan Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/ Highland, Dairy, Purple; Nicholas Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Beef, Blue and Beef Showmanship, Participation; Alex Hulinsky, Burtrum Boosters/Highland, Dairy, Red. The 4-H program is funded through a partnership of federal, state, county and private resources and is part of the University of Minnesota Extension Service. More Minnesota State Fair results and photos can be found at http://www. fourh.umn.edu/fairresults.

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A young boy asked his father, “Dad, don’t they ever give showers for the groom?”

“No, son,” he replied. “There will be plenty of showers for him after his bride begins to reign!”

What an introduction to marriage and the family! It would seem as though the father was describing his life and disappointments.

All of us want our homes to be a little bit of heaven on earth. But there are always the realities of life. Problems seem to invade every home at the worst possible time and with great intensity.

But God established the home and He would have it to be a harbor in the time of storms and a refuge in the days of distress.

If parents would assume their rightful places and follow the teachings of His Word, how different things would be. If prayer was practiced, Scriptures read and worship at the heart of family life, the storms of life could be endured and the family strengthened.

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BRANSON CHRISTMAS VACATION DECEMBER 12 - 17

~ Package Includes as follow ~ Leave Thursday, December 12 at 6:00 p.m. from Albany City parking lot.

Arrive at Holiday Inn express at Northwood Iowa around 9:30-10:00 pm ~ Friday, December 13, 2013 ~ 7:00-8:00 am: Continental Breakfast at the Holiday Inn Express 8:00 am Depart Holiday Inn and head to Branson Stop for Lunch as quick as possible 4:00 pm Check In at the Grand Plaza Hotel 5:00 pm Dinner at McFarlain’s Restaurant 8:00 pm The Vocal Six Group ~ Saturday, December 14, 2013 ~ 8:00 am Breakfast at Hotel 10:00 am Brett Family Christmas Show 12:30 pm Shopping and lunch at Branson Landing 5:00 pm Dinner at Grand Country Buffet 7:30 pm Haygoods Show Christmas ~ Sunday, December 15, 2013 ~ 8:00 am Breakfast at Hotel 10:00 am Hollywood Wax Museum 11:00 am Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors 1:00 pm Silver Dollar City w/meal voucher 8:30 pm Shepherd of the Hills - Trail of Lights ~ Monday, December 16, 2013 ~ 8:00 am Breakfast at Hotel 9:30 am Depart Hotel Stop for Lunch on your own and Stop for break 6:30 pm Arrive back at Holiday Inn Express On your own - you can go to Diamond Joes There should be some comps coming will let you know when I get info.

~ Tuesday, December 17, 2013 ~ 8:00 am Continental Breakfast 11:00 am Depart From Holiday Inn Express and return home Cost is $710.00 per person based on double occupancy Discount if more than 2 in room Child 1-11 is $350.00 Deadline is September 25, 2013 for Branson Trip Contact: Roxane Pundsack • 320-573-4331

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