November 29, 1906
An advertisement in the issue explains that, if St. Jacob’-s Oil is used, the Old-Monk-Cure will straighten out a contracted muscle in a jiffy.
Turkeys have been shipped in large quantities for the cities. The price for a turkey there range about 25-cents per pound.
The Telephone Company promises a new directory in the near future. This is a good thing because the old one is a food deal like the badly licked boy "His mother hardly knew him."
According to an advertisement put out by L.R. Williams, druggist, books are on sale at six for one dollar.
Minnesota ranks number one in iron minds across the nations of the earth. Iron is said to be more precious than pearls and much finer than gold. Iron ore is the most profitable industry today, but as long as it is shipped away, in its natural form, it will be of no use to the people of the state.
December 2, 1926
Following the customs of local and state officials throughout the country, Mayor Ridgway has given his endorsement to the annual sale of Christmas Seals and urges whole-hearted support of the movement.
R.H. Jude and Sons have moved their mercantile goods from South Haven to Annandale and are getting located in the Kelly building recently vacated by Mrs. Kingstedt. Mr. Jude says he will carry a large line of general merchandise and keep his stock up to date.
Warm lunches are now being served at school by the Home Economics Department. They commenced the 29th of November. These lunches are self-sustaining, being paid for by those partaking at 2 cents per portion. They are paid for in advance, tickets being issued for 20 meals. The lunches consist of only one warm dish.The attendance has been very poor for the first grade this last six weeks. We have had from seven to 12 children absent daily. This is probably due to sick nest and colds, but we are hoping that soon our attendance will be near the 100 percent mark so we may progress more evenly in our daily work. Our room is nice and warm and all children bringing notes from home are permitted to remain in at recess time.
November 29, 1951
Saturday, Dec. 22, was voted as "Santa Claus" day in Annandale and the following men will have the work in charge: P. L. Sawyer, Ralph Jude, B.H. Thayer, B.F. Hahn, Fred Oberg. The club voted to assist in the expenses of a decorated Christmas tree and decorations.
Annandale will be the village featured on the Northern States Power Co., program, "Your Home Town" to be heard over WCCO. Cedric Adams will interview some of the local residents, including Dr. Ridgway, Mayor Bert Hahn, J. F. Powers, John Kiehn and perhaps others.
The skating rink at the school is nearing completion and soon will be a source of pleasure to young and old alike. The warming house is in place and has been equipped with stove and lights. The rink this year is larger than ever before and will be in the shape of a "T" to enable the children who are learning to skate to be somewhat isolated from older skaters.
Hallmark holiday cards are on sale at Prahl’s Pharmacy, 10 for 29 cents. Hurry, these won’t last long!
November 26, 1986
The idea sounds like an odd form of voluntary incarceration. You walk through the door and get frisked. Security guards stand ready to thwart inappropriate behavior. And once you’re inside, you can’t get out: you’re locked in for the night. This is the description of an all-night grad party, which this year’s Annandale graduation class is looking forward to!
A few students from Annandale and Kimball went down to the FFA Convention in Kansas City, Missouri on Nov. 11. Most people would think that Annandale and Kimball students don’t get along, but that is far from the truth. Everyone was at ease and had a great time telling jokes and attending the conference.
Those certain people who work diligently for the benefit of the community, seeking little in return, got their reward last Tuesday night. Five Community Connectors where recognized last week at a reception sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Annandale Community Education. The community members recognized are Val Lawler, Roni Walburn, Doris Wynia, Betty Loesch and Mike Medley.
Bear hunting is no longer a sport solely for men, as if it ever was. Sally Klein of Annandale has been bearing hunting twice and has successfully shot a bear both times. Now her sister, Mary Schmitz and her husband Jim Schmitz are bear hunters.
Tyler Wibstad, Annandale, is attending St. Cloud Technical College for advertising design. He was the Advocate’s intern last summer and is a recent graduate of St. Cloud Technical High School. Kristin Fahey is a graphic designer at the Advocate.