5 years ago

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020

Citizen’s Advocate

She may officially be the new pastor of Nidaros Lutheran Church, but Pastor Chantell Lankford is anything but a new face in the community or church congregation. Chantell, who moved to Henning several years ago when her husband Pastor Keith Lankford was called to serve as pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Henning, has been serving the Nidaros Lutheran Church as their supply pastor for over three years. 

The Willow Creek Commission took a preliminary look at its 2021 budget for the assisted living facility last week. One of the biggest increases in the preliminary budget was employee salaries, which saw an increase by nearly $70,000 a year to $331,800 next year.

25 years ago

Thursday, Oct. 31, 2000

The Henning Advocate

The Bulldogs are going to the Dome! The Otter Tail Central Bulldogs won the right to play in the Section 6AA championship game at the FargoDome by defeating the Ortonville Trojans by the score of 42-22. This was by far the hardest hitting game the Dawgs had been in all year. Both teams played very physical and tough as anybody. These are the types of games they will be in from now on, tough and physical with the Bulldogs not backing down from any team.

Festivities to celebrate Halloween began last Friday, with the school offering a “fall party” during the day and several held over the weekend. The entire first grade spent the afternoon at a Halloween carnival at Lohse’s house and then had fun at a Women of Today fall dance at the school in the evening.

After 22 years of dedicated service with the United States Post Office, Arla Thomas of rural Vining has decided to retire. Thomas began her career with the Postal Service in 1978 as a part-time clerk in Vining. She worked as Arden Nyberg’s sub, and upon his retirement, took over his route full time. On July 15, 1989, Thomas’ route was moved to Henning where “she has served faithfully ever since.”

50 years ago

Thursday, Nov. 2, 1975

The Henning Advocate

A free grant from the Department of Natural Resources was received by the Henning Fire Department this week. The check, in the amount of $3,425, is reimbursement for 50 percent of the cost of protection clothing and equipment recently purchased by the department. The members were outfitted with new coats, boots and helmets, and equipment purchased including the pumper unit on the new small truck, a sound system and portable tanks. The money was turned over to the city – $1,825 to the fireman’s fund and $1,600 to the township fund.

Moore’s All-American Red Heads girls basketball team will be slated for a contest with an area man’s team, which includes: Don Seipkes, Neal Oscarson, Terry Greenwalt and Dennis Bjorklund just to name a few. On Tuesday, November 6, 1975, under the sponsorship of the Henning Lettermen’s Club, the contest will be held. Several of the gals are close to six feet tall, are skilled in handling the basketball, and will provide keen competition for the coaches and alumni.

75 years ago

Thursday, Nov. 3, 1950

The Henning Advocate

Nine American elm trees, donated by LeRoy Torgerson, were planted near the American legion hall last week by a special committee. On the committee were: Alfred Lindstrom, chairman, G. C. Flom, Howard Trana, Roy Bjorklund, Herb Iverson, Mike Doolittle, Bud Poulson and Elmer Trana. Each will have a tree named after them.

Harris and Edwin Olson of Henning Township were notified by telegram Monday that their sister Lillian (Mrs. Rennie Martin) of Spokane, Washington is in a critical condition as a result of an accident. No details were given expect that Mrs. Martin lost both of her legs.

100 years ago

Thursday, Nov. 5, 1925

The Henning Advocate

The first grade is planning a Halloween party. Each child is trying to really earn his penny to contribute to the party.

The American History class has been studying diligently on the constitution this past week.

The sophomore initiation for the freshmen was held at the school house Friday evening, October 23. The juniors and seniors were also on hand. The freshmen gathered at 7:30 and the usual process of initiation followed. The freshmen furnished a stunt program to the enjoyment of the Upperclassmen. Refreshments were served later in the evening.

In Moorhead the announcement of a standing award of $1,000 to $5,000 for the capture of bank bandits, dead or alive, will open a campaign for the organization of 15 units of a Clay County ranger system.