Hometown News Sept. 20, 2012

Hometown News

September 20, 2012

Grey Eagle, Burtrum, St. Rosa, Freeport, Upsala, Albany, Holdingford, St. Anna, Avon, Swanville, Melrose

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Harvey Mackay Obituaries: Beuning, Hedin, Berscheit,

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Believe in yourself: How to develop your confidence

By Harvey Mackay When I am interviewing potential employees, one of the traits that I look for is confidence. I’m not referring to hubris or arrogance, but someone who understands their ability and is not afraid to use it.

With the college football season just starting, it reminds me of a revealing story my good friend Lou Holtz told me when I helped bring him in to coach the University of Minnesota football team back in 1984.

“I was at a convention just after taking the job at North Carolina State,” Lou said, “and I was talking to Wayne Hardin, who was coach at Temple.”

Hardin asked, “Lou, do you think you’re the best coach in the country?”

Lou answered, “No way. I’m not even in the top ten.”

“Well,” Hardin said, “North Carolina State hired you because they think you are. If you don’t act like you are, you shouldn’t even be coaching.”

Joel Hawksley | The Grand Rapids Press Confidence doesn’t come naturally to most people. Even the most successful people have struggled with it in their careers. The good news is that you can develop confidence, just like any muscle or character trait, if you’re willing to work

hard. The better news: These tips can help you strengthen your confidence. Here’s what to try: • Don’t compare yourself to others. Focus on your own achievements and ambitions, not anyone else’s. Other people will always be more successful than you at different stages of your life and career, and obsessing about them will only send your confidence plunging. Concentrate on identifying and improving your own unique strengths and skills.

• Track your success. Keep a log of your accomplish­ments, large and small.

Recording victories on a daily basis will make you feel more successful, and looking over your progress will boost your self-esteem. In addition, reviewing your achievements should give you some good ideas for what to work on next.

• Practice being assertive. Take an active role in pursuing success, no matter how anxious you feel. Start by visualizing situations where you feel nervous, and picture yourself being assertive. Make these scenarios as vivid as you can so you’ll be ready for them in real life. Check your body language in a mirror, and practice good posture and a self-assured expression. Then go out and take a few chances, starting with low-risk situations. Once you’ve survived those, you can move on to bigger personal challenges. You may be surprised by how practice helps make perfect endings.

• Accept that failure is not the end

of the world. Learn from your mistakes.

Understand that the pursuit of perfection often limits your accomplishments. Many great achievements have been far from perfect, but were more than good enough to be proud of.

• Step out of your comfort zone. Push yourself beyond your known limits, and see how successful you can be. When you realize what you can accomplish, your confidence soars. Your potential is unlimited. You are the only one who can limit it.

• Set goals. Decide what you want to accomplish, both in your career and personal life. Reaching goals is a tremendous confidence builder. It also spurs you to set higher goals.

• Prepare to succeed. Keep improving your skills and you will build confidence.

Knowing that you are capable is central to a positive self-image. Take care of both your body and your mind.

One of the greatest violinists of all time was Nicolo Paganini. Born in 1782, he had a long illustrious career before his death in 1840. One day as Paganini was Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

SEPTEMBER 21 • Grilled Pork Chop Dinner from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Parish Center, St. John’s.

SEPTEMBER 22 • Grey Eagle United Methodist Church Annual Hog Roast from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the church. See ad on page 5.

SEPTEMBER 27 • Community Builders Meeting at 6 p.m. at the Village Cafe, Grey Eagle.

SEPTEMBER 29 • 2012 Sauk River Phantom Buck Chapter of Minnesota Deer Hunters Association Fall Fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, Melrose.

SEPTEMBER 30 • Albany Legion Smorgasbord Breakfast from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Church of Seven Dolors gathering center.

OCTOBER 3 • Fluff-N-Puff Pillow Cleaning from 7 a.m.-12 p.m. at Upsala Area Community Center. See ad on page 9.

OCTOBER 6 • Caramel Apple Ride, 8-10 a.m. registration at Melrose Trailhead, Lake Wobegon Trail.

• Freeport Chamber Oktoberfest.

• St. John’s Catholic Church 28th Annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the

Swanville School. See ad on page 9.

OCTOBER 7 • Matching Fund Breakfast from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church basement, New Munich.

OCTOBER 10 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Monthly Membership Meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the center.

OCTOBER 13 • 39th Annual Meatball Supper from 4-8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Grey Eagle.

OCTOBER 14 • Holdingford Area Knights of Columbus Chicken & Ham Dinner from 3:307 p.m. at the Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna.

• Sacred Heart Catholic United Financial Matching Grant Breakfast from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church basement, Freeport.

OCTOBER 30 • Halloween Pot Luck Party at 5 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the

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BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.

BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL • First Tuesday after the first Monday of the month.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

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Hometown News • Thursday, September 20, 2012 • Page 3

Birth Announcement

Henry Arthur Fuechtmann

Luke and Amanda Fuechtmann of Melrose are proud to announce the birth of their son, Henry Arthur Fuechtmann, born Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, at 1:57 p.m. at St. Michael’s Hospital.

Henry weighed 6 pounds, 12-1/2 ounces and measured 19 inches in length.

Grandparents are Henry and Agnes Fuechtmann of Sauk Centre and Art and Cindy Johnson of Grey Eagle. Great grandparents are Jim and Virginia Johnson and Theresa Tschida, all of Grey Eagle. Great-greatgrandmother is Nona Walker of Grey Eagle.

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 about to perform before a packed opera house, he suddenly realized that he had walked out on the stage with a strange violin in his hands - not his own treasured instrument made by the master violin maker Guarneri.

Panic-stricken, but realizing that he had no other choice, he began to play with all the skill he possessed. Everyone agreed afterward that he gave the performance of his life. When he was finished, the audience gave him a standing ovation.

In his dressing room after the concert, when he was praised for his superlative performance, Paganini replied, “Today, I learned the most important lesson of my entire career. Before today I thought the

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music was in the violin. Today I learned that the music is in me.”

Mackay’s Moral: Your mind is your most powerful ally in developing confidence.

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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Gene R. Hedin

Obituaries Lydia A. Beuning

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Lydia was an excellent homemaker and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed writing and journaling as well as story telling with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards, especially 65, King’s Corner and 8 card Golf. She loved birds, flowers, dancing and crossword puzzles. Lydia was blessed with a remarkable memory. She could recall poems and songs of her youth and had a knack for knowing lineage of those she met. She enjoyed reminiscing with all. Lydia will be remembered for her warm and caring ways and her prayer life on the behalf of others.

Survivors include her children, Darwin (Samur Poonpinit) Beuning of Kaysville, Utah, Gail (Curtis) Holt of Maui, Hawaii, Anita (Rich) Lang of Chanhassen, Kathy (Jeff) Wright of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Patricia (Ryan) Kemmerick of Rochester, Cindy (Larry) Moore of Monticello, and David (Susan) Beuning of Bloomington; 21 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Leona Blenker, Mary Ann Tooley, Ida (Frank) Pung and Jeanette Zehrer.

Lydia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ambrose Beuning; granddaughter, Ann Kemmerick; sisters, Lillian Hinnenkamp, Monica Hinnenkamp, and Irene Athmann; and brothers, Ernest Hinnenkamp, Fred Hinnenkamp, Hubert Hinnenkamp, Jim Hinnenkamp and Sylvester Hinnenkamp.

Serving as casket bearers were Dale Hinnenkamp, Ken Hinnenkamp, Matt Wright, Paul Lang, Aaron Wright and Ivan Blenker. Honorary bearers were Cpt. Michael Moore, Jack Beuning, Curtis Holt, Richard Lang, Ryan Kemmerick, Larry Moore, David Holt, Nathan Moore and Jeffrey Wright. Cross bearer was granddaughter, Kate Kemmerick and scripture bearer was granddaughter, Karen Cooper.

Lydia A. Beuning, age 93 of Melrose, died peacefully on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at the Pine Villa Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, September 18 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating.

Interment followed in Calvary Cemetery in Osakis.

Lydia Agnes Hinnenkamp was born March 15, 1919 in Melrose Township, Stearns County, Minnesota to Frank and Elizabeth (Schmeising) Hinnenkamp.

She married Ambrose Beuning on May 9, 1946 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Melrose and they resided in Osakis, Minnesota most of their married life.

They also raised their family in Melrose, Spicer/New London and Alexandria. They enjoyed life on the farm and also through their established businesses. Since Ambrose’s death in 1988, Lydia returned to her hometown of Melrose.

She was a member and former president of Daughters of Isabella of Osakis, a member and patriotic instructor for 12 years at the Schanhaar-Otte Veterans of Foreign War Post 7050 Auxiliary in Melrose, a life member of the Miraculous Medal Association, a member of Ladies Catholic Order of Foresters and Senior Citizens (secretary for 6 years), Prayer

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Gene R. Hedin, 77 year old resident of Swanville, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012 at his home. Funeral services for Gene Hedin was held Saturday, Sept.

15, 2012 at 11 AM at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Swanville with Rev. Marty Porter officiating. Burial was at the Bearhead Cemetery near Pillsury, MN. Gene was born July 13, 1935 in Pillsbury, MN to the late Louis and Mary ‘Caine’ Hedin. He grew up in Pillsbury, attended school in Swanville and graduated from the Swanville High School in 1953. Gene married Wilma L. Hartwig on May 28, 1958 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Swanville. He entered the US Army in June, 1958 and actively served until March, 1960. He remained in the US Army Reserve until his honorable discharge in June, 1962. Gene worked various jobs, including custodian at the Swanville School; working on the ore boats on the Great Lakes; driving truck for Peterson Trucking and working for Orrin Thompson building homes in the Twin Cities. In 1960, the couple purchased a

farm in Culdrum Township where they raised beef cattle, chickens and hogs. In 1975, Gene purchased a school bus and drove bus until the spring of 2012. He was also employed at Gessell Feed Mill for many years. Gene enjoyed deer hunting.

His annual deer hunting trips near Kelliher, MN developed into many friendships with the people from the area. Gene was known for his fabulous BBQ turkeys he made for special occasions. Most of all, Gene loved spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Swanville and the Swanville American Legion Post #313.

Gene R. Hedin is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wilma; sons, Allen Hedin of Swanville, MN and Calvin Hedin of Little Falls, MN; daughter, Kathy Van Norman of Swanville, MN; son-in-law, Brian Menke of Sartell, MN; 8 grandchildren, Kyle, Chad & Kim Van Norman; Christopher, Mitchell & Stacy Hedin; Alex and Isaac Menke; and sisterin-law, Lorraine Hedin.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Sandy Menke; grandson, Matthew Hedin; brothers, Harold, Donald, Barney, Edward and Kenneth Hedin; a sister, Genevieve Caine.

Casketbearers were the grandsons.

Honorary casketbearers were the granddaughters.

Arrangements were with the ShelleyGibson Funeral Chapel in Swanville.

Joseph A. “Joe” Berscheit Joseph A. “Joe” Berscheit, age 85 of Melrose, died Monday, September 17, 2012 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 21 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating.

Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Military honors will be provided by the Melrose Veterans Honor Guard.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m.

Thursday and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose. Parish prayers will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Joseph Anthony Berscheit was born September 4, 1927 in Birchdale Township, Todd County, Minnesota to Lawrence and Emma (Hessing) Berscheit. He was born and raised on a farm West of Grey Eagle.

Joe attended and graduated from Grey Eagle High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army from 1947 through 1949. He married Frances Schulzetenberg on October 14, 1952 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in

Melrose. Joe worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 22 years and also at Stearns Cooperative for 21 years. He was member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Joe loved hunting, fishing and spending time with his son and family and was a big Minnesota Twins fan.

Survivors include his son, Glenn (Mary) Berscheit of Otsego; granddaughter, Sarah Berscheit at home; and sisters, Helen Barthel of St. Cloud and Mary Jo Berscheit of New York, New York.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Berscheit on July 24, 2009; parents; infant daughter, Brenda Berscheit; brothers, Jerome Berscheit, Walter Berscheit, Ernest Berscheit, Richard Berscheit, and Eugene Berscheit; and sisters, Genevieve Schlagheck and Bernadine Hoffman.

Serving as casket bearers will be Jerry Berscheit, Larry Berscheit, Mark Berens, Jim Schulzetenberg, Marvin Thielen, and Gary Hinnenkamp. Cross bearer will be Sarah Berscheit and scripture bearer will be Brian Thielen. Honorary bearers will be Al Mayers, Cyril Braegelmann, Ed Schulzetenberg, Gilbert Klaphake, Clyde Tise, Clarence Gerads, John Caspers, Dick Van Beck, Nick Braegelmann and Mike Braegelmann.

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Hometown News • Thursday, September 20, 2012 • Page 5

Lorella C. Pundsack

Lorella C. Pundsack, age 78 of Melrose, died peacefully on Sunday, September 16, 2012 at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m.

T h u r s d a y, September 20 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Vincent Lieser concelebrating.

Interment will follow the lunch at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in New Munich.

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Thursday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose.

Lorella Clara Ruegemer was born February 1, 1934 in St. Martin Township, Stearns County to Alfred and Magdalena (Blonigen) Ruegemer. On June 2, 1954 she married Elmer Pundsack at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin. The couple farmed south of New Munich. After Elmer passed away, Lorella continued farming until retiring in 1987. Lorella was a mentor for Alcoholics Anonymous for many years. She enjoyed crocheting, flower gardening, playing cards, fishing and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose, St. Anne’s Christian Mothers in New Munich, Immaculate Conception Catholic United Financial in New Munich, and a member of the Immaculate Conception Choir for many years.

Survivors include her children, Jean (Dennis) Westrich of Upsala, Dale (Cindy) Pundsack of New Munich, Earl (Tammy) Pundsack of Melrose, Kurt (Joanie)

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Lorella was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer Pundsack on October 12, 1974; infant daughter in 1956; sister, Marcella Zierden; brothers-in-law, Art and Jerome Zierden; and sister-in-law, Rosemary Ruegemer.

Serving as casket bearers will be Ryan Pundsack, Eric Mader, Dustin Pundsack, Nick Pundsack, Lisa Pundsack and Emily Westrich. Cross bearer will be Paul Pundsack, scripture bearer will be Meghan Pundsack and flag bearer will be Amy Mader. Honorary bearers will be grandson, Trent Pundsack, St. Anne’s Christian Mothers and Immaculate Conception Catholic United Financial.

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to the beautiful sea, I turned around to thank my angels. But they were gone, never to be seen by me again.

I am writing this story in honor of Bob’s birthday. He’s of an age when it’s time for me to emphasize what matters the most. But I shouldn’t wait for a specific day to express myself, not only to my husband but to all my lifelines, most of whom don’t even know they hold that place in my heart. And most of whom are hopefully reading this story.

We’ve always listened to recordings of our favorite songs while we kayaked.

On that glorious day on Cape Cod Bay, my gratitude was expressed in a song from “Dirty Dancing.”

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And I’ve searched through every open door.

Till I found the truth.

And I owe it all to you.

Saralee continued to pg 6

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Jevin Beulke, 5 years old, caught this 3 ½ pound walleye on Saturday, Sept. 15 on Sauk Lake. He also caught 3 smaller walleye while fishing with his grandfather Rick Garlock and great uncle Don Garlock. Photo by Rick Garlock.

Saralee continued from page 5

To Bob, Barbara and Carol, and to all the helping hands in my life: I couldn’t have made so many life-affirming changes without you.

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I did.

Happy Birthday, Bob. Saralee Perel is an award-winning nationally syndicated columnist. Her new book is “Cracked Nuts & Sentimental Journeys: Stories From a Life Out of Balance.” To read about her book, including how to receive a signed copy, please visit her homepage: www. saraleeperel.com/ She can be reached at sperel@saraleeperel.com.

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The counties having limitations placed on campfires and open burning include: Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Cass (north of Highway 200), Clearwater, Douglas, Hubbard, Kanabec, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, Marshall, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Otter Tail, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake, Roseau, Stearns, Todd, and Wadena.

Campfires or recreational fires outside municipalities are allowed only in a designated receptacle designed for such use and associated with a residence, staffed campgrounds such as state parks, or resorts. In addition, no burning permits will be issued to the general public and no use of fireworks will be allowed outside of municipalities.

The severe drought has brought wildfire conditions to the point that fires start easily from sparks or windblown embers and spread rapidly. Presently, without the ability to use water to drown campfires, it will be difficult to properly extinguish them.

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According to the DNR, fall weekends bring many people outdoors to recreate, including hunters, campers, and others who want to have campfires.

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Minnesota Through The Lens:

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Swanville High School would like to announce its candidates. Queen Candidates from left to right Abbey Schultz, Julie Johnson, Tiffany Barthel, Brittany Poegel, and Marissa Evans. King candidates from left to right Paul Fruechte, Tren Dinius, Jacob Opelia, Colten Kruzel, and Grant Allen.

Homecoming coronation will take place September 23, 2012 in the Swanville High School auditorium at 7:00 pm. Monday is “Fake Injury” Day. Tuesday “Redneck” Day. Wednesday is “Class Color” Day and Homecoming Olympics will be in the high school gym at 1:30. Thursday is “Twin” Day. Friday is “Spirit” Day and the homecoming game is at 3:30 p.m. against Long Praire-Grey Eagle Thunder at Upsala. The dance will be Friday night from 8-12.

Farmers can take steps to help avoid fall harvest farm fires As the fall harvest progresses, the risk of farm fires increase, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These fires can spread rapidly and cause significant losses in crops and machinery.

The DNR offers the following tips to help avoid farm fires: • Prepare machinery. An overheated bearing or spark from an improperly lubricated fitting can instantaneously ignite dry plants and field debris. Make sure fire extinguishers are fully charged and the right size and type for the area.

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• Keep equipment clean. Throughout the day, remove chaff, leaves and other combustibles from motors, exhausts and moving parts. A gas-powered leaf blower is great for blowing debris from machinery.

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Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Much has been written and said about the new wolf hunting season here in Minnesota, which will start in areas of northern Minnesota in November.

Wolves were recently taken off the endangeredspecies list in Minnesota by the federal government because their numbers have recovered.

Although it’s difficult to get an accurate count, estimates place the number of wolves in Minnesota around 3,000.

The application deadline was Sept.

6, so if you had an idea of hunting them this fall and hadn’t applied for a license yet, it’s too late for this year. The season will be strictly monitored with a target of 400 animals to be harvested, either by hunting or trapping. Judging from testimony heard in the Environment Committee last session, taking a wolf - especially by hunting - will not be easy. They are wily animals and can move about in a range of many miles. We were told that in Montana a wolf season is held concurrent with the elk hunt, and the number taken last year was 79.

I received a number of emails from those opposed to having a wolf season so soon after they had been taken of the endangered list. I don’t recall any of those messages coming from district residents, in fact most came from the metro area or out-of-state. We were shown pictures of what a pack of wolves can do to a cow or calf or to sheep. Reports of farm animals being taken by wolves are most common

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Federal sharpshooters and trappers were called in to the areas where the greatest amount of damage was being done, and more than 200 wolves were taken in that fashion last year. It’s thought that because of our lack of snow last winter, wolves had more difficulty taking deer so they relied more heavily for food on farm animals or pets.

Controlling the damage done by wolves in that fashion is not cheap, and with the animal being taken off the endangered list, that cost has now fallen to the state. Having a hunting season, where those who receive a license through a lottery system and pay a total of $34 for their permit, makes more sense. Three zones have been established - northwest, northeast, and east central - and each has a harvest target. If and when that number is reached in any of the zones, hunting will close in that area. The early season begins Nov. 3 and goes for either nine or 16 days, depending on the zone, while the late season for both hunting and trapping starts Nov. 24 and closes Jan. 31 of next year.

Fall harvest is in full swing. With our dry and warm summer, crops are maturing several weeks earlier than normal. Even the leaves on trees are turning color and beginning to drop. Have a good fall and a safe and successful harvest.

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Hometown News • Thursday, September 20, 2012 • Page 9

Local Municipality Minutes Burnhamville Township August 28, 2012 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville Township was held August 28, 2012 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by chair Mike Berscheit. Members present include Supervisors: Mike Berscheit, Bruce Johnson, and Louis Thompson; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky; and Treasurer Pam Throener. Others present: Steve Theischafer and Erv Herdering.

Sup. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 31, 2012 regular meeting. Motion seconded by Sup. Thompson. Motion made by Sup. Berscheit to pay all bills numbered 4677 through 4693: Rev. $1,508.69 , R&B $8,334.49.

Sup. Johnson seconded the motion.

Motions passed.

Correspondence included notices about the Swanville Rural Fire Association annual meeting, District 8 meeting and planning and zoning meeting about which the board will seek more information.

Resident came to discuss ways to improve Explorer Drive to hold up to heavy traffic. The board will seek prices on different treatments.

In the road report potholes on 184th St need to be patched otherwise road is holding up, and different areas needing clay/gravel mix were discussed.

The board heard an update on the Primary Election held August 14.

Treasurer’s report showed a balance of $185,207.10 before tonight’s bills. The board recommended renewing C.D. when it comes due. Treasurer’s report accepted on a motion by Sup. Berscheit and seconded by Sup. Thompson. Motion passed.

Motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to adjourn the meeting which was seconded by Sup. Johnson. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Next regular meeting will be on September 25, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Burtrum Community Center.

These are unofficial minutes.

Shirley Hulinsky, Burnhamville Clerk

Burtrum City September 4, 2012 The meeting of the Burtrum City Council was called to order on Tuesday, September 4th at 7 p.m. by Mayor Allen. All members except Jenny Ahrendt answered roll call.

Minutes of the August 6th meeting were read and approved on

a motion by Clara Taft and seconded

by Ron Strassburg. Upon vote motion carried.

The finance report was given and accepted on a motion by Anna Payne and seconded by Clara Taft.

Upon vote motion carried. Checks number 7021 thru 7036 were approved for payment on a motion

by Ron Strassburg and seconded

by Anna Payne. Upon vote motion carried.

There was no old business.

Under new business, a building permit was issued to Steve Baum on a motion by Ron Strassburg and seconded by Anna Payne. Upon vote motion carried.

The 2012-2013 Levy was adopted on a motion by Ron Strassburg and seconded by Clara Taft.

Upon vote motion carried.

Being no further business, a motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Clara Taft and seconded

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These are unapproved minutes.

Dorothy Strassburg, City Clerk Grey Eagle Township September 10, 2012 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 & Bev Eggerth. John Young was absent.

Agenda Approval: A preliminary agenda was presented. Ron asked if there were additions to the agenda. Additions were made to include discussion on school bus turn around on 116th. Ray made the motion to accept the agenda as amended. Ron made the second. All in favor. Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes: The clerk provided copies of the August 6, 2012 minutes to the board. Ray made the motion to approve the minutes as presented. Ron made the second, all in favor. Minutes approved.

Zoning Report: Bev reported there was no attendance at the public hearing and the zoning board would recommend that the township adopt the zoning changes as the county has already done so. Ron made the motion to adopt the zoning updates from the county. Ray made the second. All in favor. Motion carried. One permit was written for a house to replace a mobile home. Residents were present to discuss an administrative split of 5 acres off of a 40 acre parcel. After some discussion, Ron made the mo-

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Ray made the second. All in favor, motion carried.

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

Claims list included 20 claims for a total of $20,280.66. Some discussion on election judge pay. Ron made the motion to approve the claims, Ray made the second, Motion carried unanimously. District 8 mtg. will be held in Little Falls this year on September 25th.

Treasurer’s Report: Mary Ann Primus presented the treasurer’s report as follows: Beginning Balance as of July 31, 2012: $252,677.71; Checks cleared: 19, $15,213.17; Deposits including interest: $891.06; Balance as of August 31, 2012: $238,355.60; Outstanding Deposits: 0.00; Outstanding Checks: 0.00; Cash Available: $238,355.60; CD Balance: $62,141.67. Ron made the motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Second by Ray. All in favor, Motion carried.

Road and Bridge Report: As John was absent, Ron read the road report John sent. Work on 140th is near completion. Ascot Road from 335th corner and east has had brush work done and the cost came in lower than the $5,000 estimate. The cost was $4,775. Erv H will now begin the building up of the road.

John stated that more notice should have been given to landowners in the area and is working on how that can be done in the future. The project to dig rocks out of the road on 130th West is still in the plan for this fall. Spraying has been done in road right of ways that were cut in the past, however, John felt it could have been done earlier and may have to look into getting someone else to do that in the future. Ron reported he had cut some brush that was blocking signs on Ascot and had gotten calls about Chipmunk road as well. Ray will take care of those. A resident on 116th has requested a school bus turn around sign after a near collision there. Ron made a motion to get a sign put up; Ray made the second, all in favor motion carried. Erv H. will place the sign.

Additional agenda items: None.

Public Comment: None.

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

Minutes not approved.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer

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How different is God’s love. We hear it in the words of Jesus when He said, “I have loved you with an everlasting love.” How comforting it is to know that God’s love is permanent. How fortunate we are to know that God’s love is guaranteed by His Word. How wonderful it is to know that God’s love is for everyone. And finally, how grateful we are to know that His love makes our salvation through Jesus Christ possible.

Harvest Fires continued from page 7 immediately and do not move the hay.

Moving it exposes overheated or smoldering hay to oxygen, speeding the fire.

If a fire occurs, remain calm and call 911 immediately. Do not wait until all your means of fighting the fire are exhausted. Every minute impacts losses.

Many field and bin sites do not have 911 addresses, so be prepared to identify an intersection or landmark to direct responders.

To help control field fires until firefighters arrive, quickly disk a fire break around the fire. Be cautious when doing this as smoke will starve and stall a motor, and will make hazards and bystanders hard to see. To assist with a structural fire, make sure there are no flammable

objects nearby. If the circuit panel is safely accessible, turn off the building’s electricity. If time allows, evacuate any livestock to a distant pasture. Do not take risks.

After using any equipment to fight a fire, check air filters, ledges, nooks and crannies for burning debris.

For more information, contact Tom Romaine, DNR fire supervisor for southern Minnesota, at 507-359-6048 or Bill Glesener, northwest region Firewise communities specialist, at 218-3082364.

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4-H Sky Adventure

Are you interested in Astronomy?

There will be an “Aim for the Stars” 4-H Sky Adventure on Sunday, October 7, 6:15 - 10:00 p.m. at Kandota Town Hall, Todd County Road 2, Kandota Township. All ages are welcome and this event is open to the public, so bring your friends! You will have the chance to use several telescopes, astronomy binoculars, and the Sky Scout GPS system to view the moon, stars, and planets after an introduction by two 4HSky Coaches.

Special event that night. Draconid meteor shower early evening! Please dress warmly for this family-friendly outdoor activity! This event is sponsored by “Aim for the Stars” 4-H Astronomy Program and Todd County Extension.

Directions: US 71 to Todd County Road 2, turn west on County Road 2 and travel about 1 mile to the Town Hall or Todd County Road 11 to Todd County Road 2, turn east on County Road 2 and travel about 1/2 mile to the Town Hall.

Pre-registration requested with the Todd County Extension Office at 320732-4435 or email brun0302@umn.edu.

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Water Aerobics Classes begin: Monday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Annual Harvest Time Field trip: October 5 for preschoolers and parents.

Learn about preparing your perennial and vegetable gardens for winter, October 5 at 10 a.m.

Junior Knowledge Bowl begins the week of October 8.

PotSpot Halloween Handprint class: October 11 at 3:00 p.m.

Zumba classes (9 week session) begin: Thursday, October 11.

Babysitting Clinic: Saturday, October 13.

Cake Decorating: October 23.

To register for these classes you can contact Stacey at 320-256-6010 or send an email to staceyaj@melrose. k12.mn.us Online registration available at www.melrose.k12. mn.us, click on CommuWord Search Answers from Sept. 13 nity Ed Online Registration.

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After School Craft Times: Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m., through October 24, for children in grades 1-4. Children will create a variety of fun and simple crafts and activities such as making bookmarks, bracelet making, stamping, etc.

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Phase III Forever Young singers will present a concert on Sunday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Upsala. Refreshments following the concert.

The program features four-part, easylistening music. During the show, the chorus swings to Rock Around the Clock and “walks the line” with Johnny Cash. They croon Neil Diamond’s Sweet Caroline.

They infuse I Dreamed a Dream and Song for an Unsung Hero with the heart and

soul that only years of life experiences can generate.

The three dozen chorus members range in age from 55 to 85. Currently, they come from areas around Melrose, Sauk Centre, Grey Eagle, and Upsala.

Most are retired, but not retiring. Five years ago, Melrose area senior citizens developed Phase III, a social organization for persons in Phase III of their lives. Its purpose is to initiate any activities that appeal to members. Quickly, persons who love to sing found each other and have evolved into Forever Young.

Practicing once a week from April until Christmas, the chorus has built up an extensive repertoire of spirituals, pop, country, folk, Broadway, and patriotic numbers. They also have a separate repertoire of Christmas music. In addition to this concert, they will continue to perform for organizations that request entertainment.

Senator Paul Gazelka and House Candidate Ron Kresha to hold townhall meeting Senator Paul Gazelka (R, Cass County), Ron Kresha, (R, Little Falls, SD 9B House Candidate) will hold a townhall meeting to discuss upcoming legislative session and hear from residents in Senate District 9 which includes Morrison, Todd, Wadena and Cass Counties on Saturday, September 29, at 1:00 p.m. at the Grey Eagle City Hall, 202 Woodman Street S, Grey Eagle.

6th Annual Back Roads Pottery Tour

Take the back roads for a drive in the beautiful countryside of St. Joseph and Avon and enjoy the pace, the weekend, and the artwork for the 6th Annual Back Roads Pottery Tour on Saturday, October 13th, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, October 14th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ten ceramic artists will be featured on the tour, hosted by 4 unique, local venues: There also will be an opening reception, Night out for the Arts, potluck and music at Jorgenson Pottery on Friday October 12th 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Music at the stops to be announced.

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Be it poaching or recovering stolen property, DNR K-9s are on the case A stolen pellet gun from a local retail outlet has been recovered by a K-9 team from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

State Conservation Officer Scott Staples of Carlton and his K-9 partner “Schody” responded to a Sept. 7 request by the Cloquet Police Department to help locate a man who had fled into the woods after allegedly stealing a black pellet gun from the local WalMart. Cloquet police apprehended the suspect, but officers were unable to locate the gun.

The DNR K-9 team returned to the search area the following day and observed a woman associated with the subject standing in the woods talking on a cell phone.

“When I asked her what she was doing she didn’t say anything and just looked at me,” Staples said. “I then asked if she was just hanging out back in the wooded area. She stated she was and immediately left the area.”

Staples noted the license plate number of the vehicle the woman was driving and ran a records check. A driver’s license photo identified her as the woman he saw in the woods.

Staples and Schody then moved back into the wooded area and started to do a search where the woman had been standing.

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“I walked over to where he was and he came out of the thick grass with a black pellet gun in his mouth,” Staples said. “Given the amount of time that had elapsed since the

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He gave the dog commands to “stay” and “hold.”

Staples snapped a picture of the dog with his cell phone and had the K-9 drop the gun into his hands. Cloquet police were notified and took possession of the pellet gun. The man, recently released from prison, remains in jail awaiting charges.

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