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1943: Spease's life history includes 'working steadily'
By Betty Mann, Rock County Historian
August 15, 2023
The following article is part of the Diamond Club Member group that began in the January 7, 1943, issue of the Rock County Star Herald. Members of this group consist of persons of age 75 and older. The following appeared in The Rock County Herald on Dec. 2, 1943. William John Spease, Luverne, now 75, is of the opinion that a man is just as old at 50, or young at 80, and it is the latter goal that…
1943: Fritz continues story about the 'good old days'
By Betty Mann, Rock County Historian
August 08, 2023
The following article is part of the Diamond Club Member group that began in the January 7, 1943, issue of the Rock County Star Herald. Members of this group consist of persons of age 75 and older. The following appeared in The Rock County Herald on Nov. 25, 1943. Continued from last week. Frank Fritz recalls the “Good Old Days.” “Then I went to Hills and became a Norwegian,” he related. “I…
1943: Fritz is one of the best-known Luverne residents
By Betty Mann, Rock County Historian
August 01, 2023
The following article is part of the Diamond Club Member group that began in the January 7, 1943, issue of the Rock County Star Herald. Members of this group consist of persons of age 75 and older. The following appeared in The Rock County Herald on Nov. 25, 1943. Perhaps one of Luverne’s best known residents is Frank H. Fritz, retired plumber, whose experiences if listed in…

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Bits By Betty 4 December 2024

Nov. 25, 1932 — Boxing program here next Wednesday night

Nov. 25, 1932 –

Boxing program here next Wednesday night

Bits By Betty 26 November 2024

Red Cross roll call continued one week

Rev. E.C. Teachout, campaign chairman, outlines activities of organization during year

Bits By Betty 20 November 2024

Many save through Herald trade dollars

The special opportunity given Herald subscribers in saving $1.00 a year on their subscription is meeting with a very gratifying response, for many are taking advantage of this opportunity to make a positive saving.

Bits By Betty 13 November 2024

New auto licenses to be ready tomorrow

1932 plates are maroon and gold; penalty for delay begins February 15th; many apply early

Bits By Betty 6 November 2024

1945: Milestone reached by Car, Celestria Werlich