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Saturday, February 16, 2008








This was Brainerd
FEBRUARY 17
20 years ago (1988)

Even with a juggled line-up, the Brainerd Warriors swimming team swamped Cambridge 109-44 in non-conference action.

30 years ago (1978)

Hans Borgwarth of Earl B. Olson Farms was one of the featured speakers at the International Poultry Convention held in Atlanta, Ga. He spoke on security management and sanitation.

40 years ago (1968)

Almost 500 snowmobiles roared off to a chilly start in the third annual Jaycees Snowmobile Derby here this morning. They were greeted with below zero temperatures and piercing wind.

60 years ago (1948)

Grocery specials:

¥ Chuck roast 54¢ pound.

¥ Pot roast, 49¢ pound.

¥ Sirloin steak, 75¢ pound.

¥ Pork chops, 57¢ pound center cut.

¥ Sugar, 10 pounds, 98¢.

¥ Fresh milk, 18¢ quart.

80 years ago (1928)

Brainerd High School started a class in home economics with 34 girls and matrons entering to be instructed in this most important branch. The Brainerd innovation has received favorable comments in many quarters and the class is pursuing its work with enthusiasm.

100 years ago (1908)

The shower baths at the YMCA have at last been put in. The privileges of the shower will be appreciated by all, but especially by the members of the gymnasium classes.











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