Reply form Jess Hosmer’s Daugher
Kay Hosmer (1977): Crown Point, Ind
I was glad to read that my mother, Jess, was thought of as an ambassador at the Log House. I am hoping that people who have visited the Log House recently have noticed the new piece of handcrafted furniture by the front door on which is set the coffee pot & other items. This piece was built by my cousin John (son of Bill & Pat Hosmer) with memorial money given in honor of mom after her passing last October. On the piece of furniture is a plaque.
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Rolette County History – Laura Law’s book
Message from Ken Striker: Dayton OH
A few years ago, there was a reprinting of Laura Law’s book- History of Rolette County and Yarns of the Pioneers. I think they were available at NDAK Insurance in Rolla. I am not sure if there are anymore left but I can find out if anyone in interested and the cost I believe was around $20. I have one of the originals, and we refer to it often. I am so thankful that she put all that time and effort in writing it. One of her sons, Bonar and his wife Carol lived in the Dunseith area for awhile.
Wondering extent of information on Elmer Striker Family in this book. Elmer Striker m Mabel Espe and lived near Kelvin/ Rolette Co ND before moving to Montana by 1937, then on to Seattle. Their children were Eunice, Gary and Donna while in Turtle Mt area, and later Jackilyn and Marie.
Ken Striker of Dayton Ohio
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Class of 63 – 50th reunion
Posting from Sharon Peterson Harmsen: Bismarck, ND
HI Gary,
Was good to run into you this summer in Bottineau at a rather unfortunate event, i.e. my cousin Laurel’s funeral, but, nevertheless, good to see you and introduce myself. Please include the following write-up in a future blog with regard to our class reunion. I will also attempt to send some pictures but not very adept at doing so and my “right hand man” (husband) is out of town right now. I’ll send the pictures under a separate email.
Reunion Wrap-up for DHS Class of 1963
During the weekend of August 9-11, 2013, the Dunseith High School graduating class of 1963 celebrated their 50th class reunion. This coincided with the annual Dunseith Days events so the town was super busy with plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy.
The class of 1963 kicked off their reunion weekend with a social at Dale’s on Friday night before eating dinner and enjoying live entertainment in the lounge. Saturday we enjoyed the free pancake and sausage breakfast, rode the Class of 1963 float in the parade and spent the afternoon and evening at Denise and Curt Halvorson’s visiting, reminiscing, sharing lots of stories and just enjoying the camaraderie with our old classmates, many who hadn’t seen each other since high school graduation 50 years earlier. The reunion ended Sunday with a few of us sharing breakfast at Dale’s before heading home. It was great fun to see and reconnect with everyone again. Classmates traveled from as far away as Arizona, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, and of course, North Dakota.
Of the twenty seven (27) graduating seniors, sixteen (16) were in attendance with one special guest. Many spouses, friends and others attended as well.
Those graduates attending were Lorenzo Anderson, Bottineau, ND, Tom Berube, Minot, ND, Dennis DuBois, Minneapolis, MN, Jim Evans, Dunseith, ND, Gary Houle, Champlin, MN, Lyle Lamoureux, Prescott Valley, AZ, Sharon Landsverk-Beckman, Bottineau, ND, Linda Millang-Bostic, Buffalo, MN, Valiant Moyer, Bottineau, ND, Sharon Peterson-Harmsen, Bismarck, ND, Russell Pigeon, Pick City, ND, Dale Pritchard, Leesville, LA, Darlene Quillinan-Larmore, Bivalve, MD, Denise Quillinan-Halvorson, Dunseith, ND, Kathy Salmonson-Helgeland, Dunseith, ND and Hamilton, MT, and Dave Shelver, Lake Havasu City, AZ. Our special guest was Charlotte Handeland-Hahn who started school with our class but did not graduate due to her desire to go to work.
I’m attaching a few photos and would encourage anyone who has additional pictures to send to Gary Stokes for inclusion in his daily blog.
Again, for those of us who were able to be in Dunseith in August, a good time was had by all. Maybe we’ll do it again in 5 or 10 years and those who were unable to attend the 50th can come join us.
What a beautiful picture. You guys all look so good. I noticed that Lorenzo Anderson attended but is not in the photo. I just happen to have a recent picture of Lorenzo that I have pasted below.Class of 65, take note, we have our 50th in two years.Gary
My pure guesses. Please correct me. Gary
Standing: Sharon Peterson-Harmsen, Valiant Moyer, Dale Pritchard, Denise Quillinan-Halvorson, Gary Houle, Kathy Salmonson-Helgeland, Lyle Lamoureux, Charlotte Handeland-Hahn Jim Evans
Seated: Tom Berube, Darlene Quillinan-Larmore, Sharon Landsverk-Beckman, Russell Pigeon, Dennis DuBois, Linda Millang-Bostic, Dave Shelver
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Highway 43 to perform at the Hostfest
Posting from Neola Kofoid Garbe: Bottineau & Minot, ND
Click here for the Entertainment Schedule
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Hwy 43
Wednesday, October 2, 2013 3:30 pm
thru Saturday, October 5, 2013
This trio is from the Turtle Mountains located in north central North Dakota, just a couple of miles from the Canadian border. They perform all types of music from country and bluegrass to rock-n-roll. Their songs range from the Civil War era to current renditions including some songs written by Ron.
Ron Hett and Dick and Brenda Johnson have been performing at events throughout the area since 2007. They have performed at various events such as the Norsk Høstfest, school reunions, community celebrations, fundraisers and Frozen Fingers Festivals.
Ron Hett is a retired counselor and enjoys traveling with his wife, Barb. Dick and Brenda farm near the International Peace Garden. Dick sells hay commercially and Brenda works for the North Dakota Forest Service.
Ron Hett sings harmony, plays lead guitar, mandolin, harmonica and banjo. Dick sings lead vocals and plays guitar while his wife Brenda plays the standup bass.