10 YEARS AGO
JAN. 10. 2009
The Cook County- Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) has agreed to help gather information to determine if it was feasible to construct an events pavilion at the Grand Marais Recreation Park. The Grand Marais Business Council contends that there is “great potential” for economic gain for the community if such a facility is developed. Representative John Gorski told the EDA that an events pavilion would create a place for wedding events, an industry that is already bringing economic benefit to Cook County.
A proposed ordinance that will prohibit parking on some sides of the streets on some days of the week, during some times of the year, moved a step closer to adoption Dec. 31 when the Grand Marais City Council approved the new statute on first reading. Councilors said the city would be lenient with enforcement of the new regulations until residents have time to adjust to the restrictions.
20 YEARS AGO
JAN. 11, 1999
In the early evening hours of Dec. 31, the whole city of Grand Marais plunged into blackness when electrical service was cut. The blackout was caused by a blown fuse at the substation on the west side of the Grand Marais harbor. It took about an hour for workers to make the repair; the problem was caused because the blown fuse was old and couldn’t handle the higher load, a city lineman explained.
WDSE Public TV is proposing to replace an existing 300-foot communications tower near Grand Marais with a new 300-foot tower. The current structure is more than 20 years old and has been declared a safety hazard.
50 YEARS AGO
JAN. 9, 1969
The light that has guided the ships past Split Rock for many-a-year shines no more! Lt. George G. Bannan, Coast Guard Group Commander, told the News-Herald, “As of the 31st of December the Split Rock lighthouse has been disestablished as a Coast Guard Unit.” He explained that the new devices in electronic navigation used by the ships of today make the Split Rock light obsolete and unnecessary.
Word has been received that Mally Mercer was promoted to head mechanic at Harriet Trucking Company in Chicago.
A snow party was held Saturday on the Grand Portage school grounds. About 30 kids enjoyed skiing and tobogganing. They also had a wiener roast and hot chocolate was served.
90 YEARS AGO
JAN. 10, 1929
Mrs. Wentworth and daughter are now located in their new cabin.
Johnnie Rouseau’s daughter became seriously ill Monday night. We have not heard how she is getting along.
The new school building at Mineral Center was completed in time for the opening of class work last Monday. Mrs. Lyle Wood is the teacher in charge.
The Northland Transportation Company has replaced its East bus with a Packard straight-eight sedan car.
A chimney fire at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Linnell created quite an excitement the other day. The fire was soon under control and no damage was done.
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