10 Years Ago
Nov. 19, 2004
Grand Marais city councilors are considering if the city should re-apply for a scaled-down grant to develop Harbor Park. Clerk-Treasurer Mike Roth said the architect will shortly provide schematics that would be buildable for less than $300,000. “It’s moving forward, but not fast enough,” Mayor Mark Sandbo said. “They are working on the skating rink.”
An eagle soared in the blue, blue sky high above the Veterans Memorial at Grand Portage last Thursday. It flew as the Grand Portage Traditional Drum sang songs to honor veterans who have served their country during the Veterans Day observance Nov. 11. That flight underscored the deep reverence the people have for those who fought in wars since World War I.
20 Years Ago
Nov. 21, 1994
For the three summer months, collections of lodging taxes in all parts of the county were up substantially, reflecting earlier reports of an excellent season for tourism.
Local law enforcement and emergency management officials reported Nov. 15 that progress is being made toward the development of a countywide enhanced 911 emergency response system. Phase 2 begins with entry of addresses on the county map identifying precisely the location of every improved privately owned parcel in Cook County. Then the necessary signage needs to be installed. Following that, phase 3 will include installation of the computers and other electronic equipment at the law enforcement center. The new electronics will allow dispatchers to see in an instant the exact location of any fire, accident or other emergency. The entire project is expected to cost more than $200,000.
50 Years Ago
Nov. 19, 1964
They’re hoping for a Thanksgiving snow at Lutsen Ski Area – natural or artificial. This is the first year of an extended expansion program. The first phase of their quarter-milliondollar improvement plan is nearing completion. When it is said they are hoping for snow, it means they are hoping their snowmaking equipment will be completed and that temperatures will be favorable for manufacturing snow.
A roaring grass fire was nipped in the bud on Tuesday at the Carl Nelson home by the quick response of the Lutsen Volunteer Fire Department. Many thanks to that alert group.
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Tofte and daughter Judy were hunting guests of Mr. Tofte’s mother, Mrs. Andrew Tofte, last week.
90 Years Ago
Nov. 27, 1924
Spencer Ficklin has closed up his hot dog stand for the winter.
The Town of Tofte is building a camp on the Temperance River nine miles north of Tofte, to be used in cutting right of way on the Brule Lake Road. The contract has been awarded for the graveling of the road from Beaver Bay to Two Harbors. The stretch is 25 miles long, and will complete the shore road, shortening the distance by one hour to Duluth.
Fred R. Paine of Fort Dover, Ontario, is in Grand Marais for a day. He is in good health and looks prosperous. He stated that he can see some improvement in the town since he was here three years ago.
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