Lake Co. Past: Feb. 8

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1913

RAILROAD CHANGE IS REPORT SURE

Rumor remains persistent that the D & NM will be purchased by the Canadian Northern as a link between Duluth and Port Arthur although it is impossible to verify any of the rumors at the company’s headquarters. It is reported that the company is quietly securing a right of way into Proctor expecting to get into Duluth over its main line and then secure control of the road. The new branch being built by the Alger line west from North Branch Junction will be used as the main line and the line to Knife River abandoned.

HEALTH WARNING

Chilled and wet feet result in congesting the internal organs and inflammation of the kidneys and bladder. Rheumatic twinges and pain in back generally follow. Use Foley Kidney Pills. They are the best medicine made for all disorders of the kidneys, for bladder irregularities and for backache and rheumatism. They do not contain habit forming drugs. Sold by all druggists.

1938

CITY TO RECEIVE FINE PUBLICITY

Two Harbors will receive a vast amount of fine publicity without cost through the courtesy of The Farmer, leading northwest publication. F. J. Clark, associate editor, has made available the front cover of the April issue in which the layout will have room for five pictures of important assets of Two Harbors including the ore docks, ore boat, Split Rock lighthouse, storm scene on Lake Superior and “Three Spot”.

ALL FOR $801.00 DELIVERED

The New DeLuxe Ford V-8 is ready for delivery in the Two Harbors area. For $801.00 you get the 85 HP Tudor Sedan with the following: 2 bumpers, 4 bumper guards, 2 tail lights, 2 windshield wipers, 2 sun visors, 2 electronic air horns, 1 cigar lighter, 3 ash trays, spare wheel, tire, tube and lock, glove compartment, lock and clock, headlight beam indicator, DeLuxe steering wheel, rustless steel wheel bands, heat indicator, built-in luggage compartment.

1963

OPEN HOUSE SHOWS CREDIT UNION RISE

One of this city’s major growth stories will be climaxed this Saturday when the Two Harbors Co-op Credit Union holds a public open house in its new modern headquarters on Second Avenue. Started in 1948 with assets of only $1,224.50, the membership-owned firm has grown to a prosperous organization with assets of $932,447 today.

RONNING BROTHERS WANTS TO KNOW

In an advertisement for Ronning Brothers, The Busiest Little Store on the North Shore, a headline asks: “Is Your Wife Gaining Weight?” “Then give her something she can’t eat for Valentine’s Day. $9.95 down puts a beautiful 19” portable Motorola TV in your home tonight”. Model 19T20 – in Ebony, Pearl or Gray colors on metal. Full price only $165.95

1988

COMPANY UNPACKS IN TWO HARBORS

Granite Gear has moved sewing machines and other equipment into temporary quarters above Cuddy’s Pizza on Waterfront Drive to make back packs and other outdoor equipment. The two- year old company from Minneapolis decided to move to Two Harbors based on a good feeling about the city and its residents and will be employing three more locals soon with the hopes to employ at least 19 by the end of next year.

MOOSE LODGE 1463 CELEBRATES 100 YEARS

In recognition of Brotherhood Week and in celebration of the Moose 100th Anniversary there will be a “Centennial Sunday” Open House at the Two Harbors Moose Lodge on First Avenue, Feb. 14. Refreshments will be served.

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