03/10/2011 | Dunseith Alumni

Happy Birthday Elvin Haagenson

From Murl Watkins Hill (50): Dunseith, ND

just wanted to wish my Uncle Elvin Haagenson a Happy 98th Birthday on Wed. March 9th. For folks far away, he is in Dunseith, living with

his daughter, Cheryl Haagenson. His other daughter, Janet, lives in Montana. Mickie is deceased. Their mother Dagny was my mother, Helen’s

sister. I had many great times at their farm in the Hills. I think he appreciates a “visit” and remembers a lot of the Good Old Days. He can

walk with a walker, but his eyesight is very bad, so needs some guidance. Amazing to think is 98 years old!!

From Murl Watkins Hill

Thanks Gary, I have enjoyed reading all of the messages, stories, contacts from people of long ago. We all appreciate it.

Murl,

Wind engery question/comment

From Erling Landsverk (44): Portage, WI

Hi Gary and Everyone:

I write a column for our local newspaper, and I seem to have a problem as to the acceptance and feasibility of wind energy. When i was out in good old North Dakota last July for the one room school reunion, my two sons that drove me out commented on the great number of wind turbine towers, which of course were used to convert wind into electrical power. Since I get only slanted views from some of our Wisconsin officials, I am certain I can count on the great folks in North Dakota to provide me with an honest evaluation of this industry. My question is this, has wind power proved to be beneficial and cost effective, given the investment and maintenance costs. Question number two is this; has wind power in North Dakota replaced any coal burning or natural gas power plants, or is it too soon to tell.

My next question has to do with the enormous amount of oil drilling rigs that my sons commented at we headed south from Bottineau, past Minot and on towards the South Dakota line, and also in South dakota. I have heard rumors of a large deposit of oil affecting both dakotas, Wyoming, Montana and parts of Canada. If this is true, why hasn’t the rest of the country been informed, instead of being upset over the potential loss of oil if libya doesn’t come around. Unfortunately, the loss of life in the current dispute means little to the two bit dictator. that is something that does not enter into my question. If any of you North Dakotans would be so kind as to shed some light on my curiosity , I would be most grateful. As you all probably know, the wisconsin State government is going through a rocky period also I think our politicians need some of that North Dakota common sense!. Thanks for your help.

Erling landsverk.

Dunseith Jr. High BB Champs – 1967

Picture from Jim/Judy Olson (Teachers): Sheridan, WY

Rolette County Champs—1967. Fun times!!!!!