Browerville Blade - 12/15/2011

Thursday, December 15, 2011
Volume 95; Number 26

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April, 1884, twelve Goligowski family members arrive in New York

By Rin Porter thest southwest edge of todays had with them their children In April 1884, twelve mem- Poland. He married Franziska Franz, Karl, and Thomas. The bers of the Goligowski family Slowik, born about 1851, in older boys names were arrived in New York Anglicized to Frank and aboard the ship Frisia, Charles, and that is how of the Hamburgthey were listed on the American shipping U.S. Census of 1910. line. They had come Additional children born from Silesia, an area in in the U.S. were Mary, Central Europe curJohn (b. 1885), and rently under the conVincent, who died in trol of the country of infancy. Prussia, but at various Adam and his family times was part of settled in Iona Township. Germany and Poland. The 1895 and 1905 The twelve Minnesota State Goligowskis were the Censuses show them families of two broththere in Section 13. By ers, Adam and Simon the time of the U.S. or Sam, as he was Census of 1930, Adam is known by some. As living in Hartford far as can be told, they Township. His wife immediately headed Franziska, or Frances, as for Todd County, she was known, died in Minnesota, although Sept. 1930, and Adam we dont know why. died in Jan.1936. An The Goligowskis obituary in The Long were born in Prussia. Prairie Leader said that Adam Goligowski was he kept buying land until born about 1844 in a Wedding picture of Ervin Gallus and Mary he had 420 acres. place with several Wyroski. Ervin was the son of Lizzie Goligowski In 1909, Mr. and Mrs. s p e l l i n g s : Gallus. Goligowski, after dividK r z a n o w i t z , ing their land with their Wrzanowitz, Wyszonowice, or 1871. At the time the family Continued on page 16. Krzanowice, located on the far- came to America in 1884, they
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By Venus King The December Browerville City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Aksamit. All council members were present. After approval of the agenda, a report was given on the camera security system at the Municipal Liquor Store. Currently the liquor store owns and operates a set of 14 security cameras. These cameras are hooked to a DVR that records activity 24 hours a day at the store. The DVR also stores the data it records for 14 days. However, over the past few months it has been malfunctioning almost every day. All the cameras must be reset every day. The security company that installed the system was contacted and told both Chris and Lynn that the DVR has outlived its life and was junk. This company gave a quote of $4,494 for the installation of a new DVR and three replacement cameras. Other security companies were contacted and council members approved the bid from Midwest Security out of Brainerd for the amount of $2,593.50 for the installation of a new DVR and three replacement cameras. The work is to be done as soon as possible. Dennis Steinmetz was at the meeting to ask why his taxes are so high on his lots and was encouraged to wait until the Appeals meeting that will take place in the spring. The liquor license for the Vets Club was approved as well as approval given for the cigarette licenses for Steves Country Foods, Total Express and the Browerville Liquor Store. A motion to accept the Billboard Lease to be revised to remove the word only from the wording of the lease was denied. Wording of the lease will stay the same. Robert Brown from Bolton & Menk, Inc was present at the meeting to give an update on the bids received for the work to be done at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Originally it was expected the city would be spending $750,000 for work and materials, however after the bids were reviewed council members accepted the bid from Magney Construction, Inc in the amount of $574,800. Magney Construction has been in the construction business for approximately 20 years. They have successfully constructed numerous wastewater treatment facility projects for communities including Sacred Heart, Winnebago, Claremont, Sherburn and Hibbing. Monies will come from the Wastewater Fund and the city will bond for approximately $500,000. There will be no increases in property taxes to fund this project.
Browerville Liquor Store will install new security cameras
Early morning frost attributes to one vehicle roll over
The Browerville Fire Department and Ambulance were called to a one vehicle roll over on County Road 14 east on Monday morning. A solitary vehicle, traveling west, evidently hit a patch of frost on the road and the driver lost control, exited the roadway and went over an approach before coming to a rest on its side in a steep section of ditch. It was not known who the driver of the vehicle was at print time, but it is believed the driver sustained only minor injuries. Motorists are reminded, especially at this time of year, to slow down and use caution when driving.
WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT

Wed. Dec. 14 Rain/Snow 35/20 Thur. Dec. 15 Partly Cloudy 24/9 Fri. Dec. 16 Partly Cloudy 22/11 Sat. Dec. 17 Mostly Sunny 29/19 Sun. Dec. 18 Partly Cloudy 40/16 Mon. Dec. 19 Partly Cloudy 25/13
HAPPENINGS
LETTERS TO SANTA
Letters to Santa will be printed in the Browerville Blade the week of December 19. Please drop off letters at the Blade office or mail to
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Browerville City Council meets the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm in the Browerville City Hall
IT Division receives national recognition

Lakewood Health Systems Information Technologies (IT) Division was recently recognized as one of the five best IT small hospital workplaces in the country by Healthcare IT News. The recognition was the result of a national survey and was published in an article, "Where To Work: BEST Hospital IT Departments, that appeared in the publications December issue. Lakewoods IT Division scored second highest in the small hospital category and Jeff Osegard, Lakewood Chief Information Officer, said he believes two of the leading reasons for the high score have to do with respect and job flexibility. Creating an environment where people respect and value one another and have flexibility in how they accomplish their work helps them know their creativity, skills and talents are appreciated, said Osegard. Were proud of the recognition. We have an exceptional staff and we continue to strive to make improvements in our process and communication. According to Healthcare IT News, the goal of the survey was to determine what characteristics distinguished the best IT departments from the rest. To do that, employees were asked to grade their IT departments across seven categories: day-to-day work, IT team, management, hospital leadership, workplace culture, training and development, and compensation. Healthcare IT News hired national research firm Critical Insights to conduct a survey of employees of nominated hospitals and then perform the data analysis of the responses to determine the top hospitals. The surveyed hospitals were then divided into three categories: small (100 or fewer licensed hospital beds); medium (101 to 350 beds) and large (351 plus beds). The IT departments that scored highest in the areas that matter most to employees came out on top. Healthcare IT News is published in partnership with HIMSS, a non-profit organization whose mission is to lead healthcare transformation through the effective use of health information technology. The article can be read online at http://www.healthcareitnews.com/ besthospitals2011.
Cty Rd 3 Eagle Bend 218-738-5155 Closed Mon. - Wed. Thur. & Fri. Open at 4 pm Sat. & Sun. Open at 12 pm
Todd County Drop-In Center

Fri. Dec. 16: 10 am - 1 pm, Monthly meeting/Christmas New Years Pizza Party Sat. Dec. 17: 2 - 5 pm, Coloring Day Tue. Dec. 20: 3:30 - 6 pm, Monthly meeting
Christmas Basket Drawing (stop out & enter)
New Years Eve All Inclusive Dinner & Drinks Call For Price & Reservations
Supper Club Specials 5 pm - 9 pm Pulltabs are back
Book Your Holiday Party & Other Special Events! Birthday Anniversary Wedding Reunion
Lakewood to begin Forget-Me-Not Support Group

The Forget-Me-Not Support Group will be held on the third Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel, located on the Lower Level at the Lakewood Health System Main Campus, 49725 County 83, Staples. Individuals and family members who have experienced the loss of their baby during pregnancy, at birth or during infancy are invited to attend. Whether your loss was recent or experienced in the past, all parents, family and friends are invited to attend for comfort and reflection. This group is intended for adults. In consideration for those attending, we request no children accompany adults to the meeting.
Letters to Santa, Browerville Blade, PO Box 245, Browerville, MN 56438 The letters will then be forwarded to the North Pole.
Whoopee Inn
33234 County Rd. 16 Cushing 320-594-0024
Coin-sized lithium button batteries pose risk to young children

A new nationwide effort, coordinated by Safe Kids Worldwide with support from Energizer, aims to raise awareness about the dangers of swallowing coin-sized lithium batteries, used to power an everincreasing number of devices (e.g. mini remote control devices, flameless candles, bathroom scales, etc.). When a coin-sized button battery gets stuck in a child's throat, the saliva triggers an electrical current and a resulting chemical reaction that can severely burn the esophagus in as little as two hours. Once the burning reaction begins, it can continue even after the battery is removed. In some cases, children who swallowed button batteries have died. The number of cases where children have been seriously hurt or have died has more than quadrupled in the past five years (20062010) compared to the five years prior (2001-2005). In 2010 alone, there were more than 3,500 swallowing cases of all sizes and types of button batteries reported to U.S. poison control centers. The most serious cases are associated with 20 mm diameter batteries, about the size of a nickel, because they can easily get stuck in a small child s throat. Most often, the batteries children swallow have come out of remote control devices. What adults need to know: Keep devices with button batteries out of reach if the battery compartments aren't secure, and lock away loose batteries. If a child swallows a battery, go to the emergency room right away.
LIVE MUSIC ~ Friday, December 16th 8:30 pm - Midnight

Live Band Performers: Gabriel Noska Jason Noska Nathan Neuman Dig out the vintage for our polyester themed evening! Prizes will be awarded for best costume. Come out and listen to the band and enjoy our themed party!
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Christmas Wedding Birthday New Years & more! Todd County Historical Society
Todd County Historical Society met Monday, Dec. 5 at the museum. Twenty-three members were in attendance. The meeting was called to order by President Shirley Lunceford. The minutes of the November meeting and treasurers report were read and approved. Shirley Lunceford reported on History Day. Most of the scanning of the century farms has been completed. Members looked at the Christmas decorations in the museums rooms and will think about holding an open house next year. The next meeting will be Jan. 2. Following the meeting the Christmas party was held. Alice Siegle read a Christmas story she had written, Nancy Kjeldahl showed some old Christmas ornaments and told their history, and Ron Wienhold told of sliding down water tower hill when he was a youngster. A pot luck lunch was enjoyed by everyone. Elaine John, secretary
Boardgaming Club
Come and enjoy boardgaming beyond Monopoly. These games not only help one flex ones mental muscles, but also provides a wonderful opportunity to get to know people and have a good time. All games will be provided, though attendees are welcome to bring their own. So get off the couch, away from the game console and test your wits against your neighbors. All ages welcome. Two Locations 2nd Friday of each month , 6-10 PM - except in February, which will be on the 24th, LPGE High School Commons 4th Tuesday of each month, 611:30 PM - except in December, which will be on the 20th, Long Prairie VFW 1140 Event Hall Special Saturday sessions (1-10 PM) at the VFW to be announced. Club cost: Free Club Founder: Henry Rodriguez, Esq. If you have any questions pertaining to the club or to boardgames, please email Henry at henryx3@yahoo.com
DNR question of the week

Q: Theres not much snow on the ground in Minnesota yet. Are we destined for a brown Christmas? A: The chances of Minnesotans enjoying a white Christmas vary from place to place. A white Christmas is loosely defined as having one inch of snow on the ground. The best chances of having a white Christmas is almost guaranteed in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and most of the Arrowhead region. The odds decrease the farther south and west you go. For example, in far southwestern Minnesota the chances of a white Christmas are a little better than 60 percent. In 106 years of snow depth measurements in the Twin Cities, a white Christmas happens about 72 percent of the time. From 1905 to 2010 there were 30 years with either "zero" or a "trace" of snow. The last time the Twin Cities saw a brown Christmas was in 2006. The deepest snow cover on Dec. 25 was in 1983 with a hefty 20 inches in the Twin Cities, 21 inches in International Falls and 28 inches in Duluth. Pete Boulay, DNR climatologist
Peggys Potpourri
Falling Snow
Its that time of year again.--sugar cookies! I only make these once a year, as rolling and cutting cookie dough is time consuming. When my kids were small they loved to help and as they got older I left all the frosting and decorating to them.
See the pretty snowflakes Falling from the sky; On the walk and housetops Soft and thick they lie. On the window-ledges On the branches bare; Now how fast they gather, Filling all the air.
Look into the garden, Where the grass was green; Covered by the snowflakes, Not a blade is seen. Now the bare black bushes All look soft and white. Every twig is ladenWhat a pretty sight!
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The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies

1 4 5 1 1/2 cups butter, softened eggs cups all-purpose flour teaspoon salt 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons baking powder
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour (or overnight). Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Roll out dough on floured surface 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Cut into shapes with any cookie cutter. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 6 to 8 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely. *Use sprinkles before cookies are baked, or frost after cookies are cool.
The first fall of snow is not only an event, it is a magical event. You go to bed in one kind of a world and wake up in another quite different, and if this is not enchantment then where is it to be found?................. J. B. Priestley
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PEOPLE PAGE
Dear Santa: For some time now I have wanted a little Teddy Bear. I know a lot of kids who do. Maybe this year you could find one for me. My name is Chris and I work in Browerville, but I live in Clarissa. As always, a plate of cookies and a little Christmas cheer will await you. Thank you & Merry Christmas. P.S. Please show this to Rudolf, he likes me. Ho, Ho, Ho
Marriage Licenses
Samuel E. Swartzentruber, Long Prairie, and Edna E. Byler, Osakis Sergio Q. Gallo, Tomah, WI, and Guadalupe L. Botello Becerra, Long Prairie Jose L. Orozco Chavez, Melrose, and Estefani M. Cervantes, Melrose
WACHLIN CHRISTENSEN ENGAGEMENT
Births
Lakewood Health System
Maria and Jason Uselman, Verndale, boy, Simon Jude, 9 lbs 1 oz, December 3, 2011 Tonya and Lewis Marden, Bemidji, boy, Max James, 7 lbs 11 oz, December 3, 2011 Autumn and Brian Thull, Crosslake, girl, Luna Grace, 8 lbs 11 oz, December 4, 2011 Christine and Joseph Sundgaard, Pillager, boy, Mason Joseph, 8 lbs 8 oz, December 5, 2011 Amy Monson and Nathan Kempka, Backus, girl, Abigail Rose, 8 lbs 13 oz, December 8, 2011 Elizabeth and Tim Friis, Pillager, boy, Syver Glenn Brooke, 7 lbs 9 oz, December 8, 2011 Crystal and Justin Holker, Motley, boy, James Gerard, 7 lbs 11 oz, December 8, 2011
Lamplighter Theatre sets auditions for Sandbag, Stage Left

Lamplighter Community Theatre will hold auditions Dec. 19 and 20 for a winter production of Sandbag, Stage Left (or, One Dead Dolly, an interactive parody of courtroom dramas. Auditions will be from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 19 and 20, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1000 4th St. NE, Staples. Fifteen people ages 20-60 years old will be cast. Large and small parts are available with minimal rehearsal commitment. Performance dates are Feb. 9, 10, 12, 17 and 18 at the Landmark Inn, Staples. Other people are needed for the production; assistant director/stage manager, set construction, lighting and sound tech, promotion like distributing posters and making table tents, coordinating ticket sales and refreshments. Those interested in any of these volunteer opportunities are welcome to attend auditions. Anyone interested who cannot make the audition times can call Kevin at 218-894-2640 or 218-2962430 to set alternate times.
Safety is the best gift of all this holiday season

Parents who are planning to give their child a first hunting rifle, an all-terrain vehicle or a snowmobile as a gift this holiday season should also be sure to give them the second part of the gift a safety training program offered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). DNR outdoor education safety training programs teach responsibility at an early age, said Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Enforcement Education Program coordinator. Safety is the best gift you can give your youngster this holiday season. Children enjoy outdoor sports and activities because they are fun, challenging and safe, but its up to the parents to decide if the youngster is mature enough for shooting sports or operating a motorized recreational vehicle. It is also up to parents to decide if they are ready themselves for the responsibility of teaching safe firearm handling or safe recreational vehicle operation. Keep in mind that kids will be kids, and take that into account when buying a firearm, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), snowmobile or any other type of outdoor recreational gift. Hammer suggests using the holiday gift-giving season as an opportunity to teach safe firearm handling and safe recreational vehicle operation. And there isnt a better way to do that than by enrolling your child in one of the DNRs many safety program offerings, he noted. Stocking stuffers include Snowmobile Safety CD training courses, an ATV training CD, a boat and water safety operators permit packet, an off-highway motorcycle CD, or an off-road vehicle CD. All course materials are free by contacting the DNR Information Center at 651-2966157 or toll-free 888-646-6367. Free hunter education courses, as well as the location of local education classes, can be found on the DNR website at www.mndnr.gov. The bottom line is parents know their child better than anyone else, Hammer said. They know how well he or she follows directions and handles responsibility. They know if their child is mature enough to be mindful of his or her own safety and the safety of others. Paul and Ann Wachlin of Wadena are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Gretta Ann Wachlin to Brandon Clark Christensen, son of Mark and Sheryl Christensen of Browerville. Gretta is a 2009 graduate of the Bertha-Hewitt High School and is employed part time at St. Pauls Lutheran Church as a secretary and also has her own Massage Therapy Business. Brandon is a 2005 graduate of Browerville High School and is employed at Dent Lake Granite Works and works at several livestock barns. An April 21st wedding is planned.
CentraCare Health System

Chantal Bue and Spenser Narveson, Motley, boy, Tychus Leland-Burdell, 7 lb. 9 oz., December 4, 2011
Klobuchar statement on House passage of legislation banning synthetic drugs

Senator Amy Klobuchar made the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill banning dangerous synthetic drugs. The bill is similar to Klobuchar legislation banning harmful synthetic substances including 2C-E, which led to the death of a Minnesota teenager and hospitalized several others. Klobuchar said the Houses support will help move the legislation forward in the Senate. These new designer drugs are taking lives and tearing apart families in Minnesota and across the country, and yet many of these dangerous substances can still be purchased legally. Thats simply unacceptable, Klobuchar said. As a former prosecutor, I know we must take swift action to give law enforcement the tools they need to crack down on synthetic drugs before they put more lives in danger. The Houses approval of legislation banning these harmful chemicals will help advance this effort in the Senate and ensure we get these laws on the books.
Looking Back
50 years ago - Dec. 14, 1961
The Browerville Fire Dept. was called out to the Jack Biermaier farm Sunday afternoon. The farm is the former Herman Perish farm, located about 2 1/2 miles southeast of Browerville. There was a chimney fire with no apparent damage.
25 years ago - Dec. 18, 1986

Winners of the December turkey drawing were: Mary Schultz, Lucille Hoelscher, and Tom Steinmetz. Winners of the T-shirt drawing during Santas visit to Browerville were: Kristie Callahan, William Wehrenberg, Stacey Mensen, Cortney Johnson, Reid Michael and Bryon Motl
Senior LinkAge Line At
Milestones
Happy Birthday this week to: Dec. 14: Laurel Sharon; Dec. 15: Adeline Noska, Beulah Opelia; Dec. 16: Dwight Brooks, John Walburn, Jr., Ivan Cebulla, Krysta Betts, Joyce Ehnes, Marlene Tschida, Faith Couchey; Dec. 17: Linda Geisenhof, Terry Host, Chris Current, Samantha Twardowski; Dec. 18: Scott Noska, Andy Drayna; Dec. 19: Michael Thorson, Gary Johnson, Sue Hein, Brian Twardowski, Lloyd Bromeling, Brad Spindler, Jim Arrigoni; Dec. 20: Bob Bryniarski, Nick Santer, Aaron Quirt, Dale Allen Happy Anniversary this week to: Dec. 18: Terry and Sue Miller
Inter-City Bowling News

12/7/11 Wins 16 15 12 12 9 8 Loss 8 9 12 12 15 16 Clar. Ballroom Benson Const. Busy B Cafe Baso Ins. Central Ag Berg Elec.
High Games: Kevin Dezell, 220; Gary Schultz, 212; Al Woida, 209 High Series: Kevin Dezell, 554; Mike Blommel, 549; Al Woida, 541
OPINIONS
Passing on the skills
Zane stood ready, shotgun on safety and pointed away from us. The cold north wind blew in our faces as we waited for something to happen. I was wondering how long an eight year old could stand still while slowly freezing when he turned slightly and whispered, Are you getting cold, Grandpa? I assured him I would be all right and asked if he was cold. He said his hands were, but was just checking to make sure I was OK. I thanked him for his concern and told him to put his left glove back on and his right hand in his pocket. He had been standing facing the wind with no gloves holding his shotgun across his chest to be instantly ready. A deer started making its way down the hill in front of us. I bent slightly forward and whispered, Deer at two oclock! I hoped he had learned to tell time on a regular clock and not just digitally. However he tells time, he instantly spotted the deer as it moved among the cedar trees about fifty yards in front of us. He raised his gun and drew down on the area between two trees where the deer would soon cross. I raised my gun to provide back up, just in case he missed. A young buck stopped in the clearing and stared at us for w h a t seemed like an eternity while I waited for Zane to fire. It w a s probably m o r e like two seconds from the time the deer presented himself u n t i l Z a n e s h o t . The deer dropped where he stood. Zane just about fell down when I slapped him on the back in congratulations. I know I was at least as excited as he was. The hardest part was not being able to go see the deer. Our hunting rule is, the blockers always stay in position until the drivers are out of the woods. Accidents happen when people are someplace unexpected and another hunter shoots at a deer thinking nobody would be in that area. Damon finally appeared at the top of the hill. We waved, signaling we saw him, and he yelled down, Are you guys asleep? Two huge bucks and a doe ran out into the hayfield past us and neither Zane nor I had even noticed. Feeling quite proud of himself, Zane yelled back, If we had been asleep, I wouldnt have one down. A dad can ignore a mouthy kid when the father has it coming. Damon and I were beaming when we walked up on Zanes buck. It wasnt big but it was a great deer since it was his first. All three of us were extremely proud when we got it back to the house to show it off. The next generation is learning the skills necessary to be a successful hunter.
A letter from the country

Dear friends, In my line of work I have seen a large number of accidents, fires, and tragedies over the years. None of them are easy to witness, but some are worse than others. This is especially true when it involves someone you know, which in a small community, is all too often. This was the case this morning. I went out on a call of a one vehicle roll over east of town. I could not tell for sure whos vehicle it was, but I knew I had seen the vehicle around the area. Luckily, I did find out later in the day that yes, I did know who the person was, and I was told they were ok. Thank God... People say it over and over again, SLOW DOWN! Especially in the morning and evening. hours. It only takes a couple of degrees drop in temperatures to turn wet roads into icy roads. If slowing down is going to make you late, so be it. Or, leave a little earlier. Better to arrive a little late, than not at all. Ok, that said, time for a little humor. I took Benjamin, my lab puppy, out to a couple of the area lakes to experience ice for the first time in his life this weekend. Pretty good humor. His claws are really no help to him at all on the glass smooth ice. He had a hard enough time even trying to stand in one location as his legs kept sliding out to the sides and he would go straight down, whap! Even better, try kicking a block of ice across the lake and watch him try to chase it down. It was exactly like the coyote and the road runner cartoons, legs moving a hundred miles an hour and not going anywhere. I dont think he found it all to be as funny as I did, but it was all in good fun. As far as fishing, I did try a little bit on Saturday. Not much luck, but it was a nice change from sitting in the deer stand and not seeing anything. Besides, it was a beautiful day. Ok, its Monday afternoon and I need to get the paper done, so I am going to cut this real short. I will write again later. Aaron
By Walter Scott There are several important things to teach a young person about hunting. I am proud to say, my grandson, at eight years old, is well on his way to being a skilled hunter. His dad has taught him well and it makes me proud of them both. When my sons were Zanes age, we spent hours practicing, learning about safety, and gaining respect for nature. Damon has now passed this information on to his sons, so the tradition continues. Saturday was Iowas first day of gun season. We usually have a group of hunters get together for the express purpose of thinning out the doe population but is actually a good excuse to get together, eat too much food, and tell lies to each other. This year, the annual hunt fell apart. Dorans knee is in bad enough shape, he cannot walk the hills. Dick tore the rotator cuff in his shoulder and is hurting so bad, shooting a gun is out of the question. Scott had to work and the list goes on. Opening day was down to Zane, Damon, and me. We would have to make it work. On our first hunt of the new season, Zane and I stood at the corner of the hayfield while Damon walked through the paintball woods. This is a typical drive except we usually have four people walking the woods and hunters have three exits blocked. Zane and I blocked what we hoped would be the exit most chosen by the deer, if Damon was able to persuade any of them to leave the timber.
Pete Berscheit, Veteran Service Officer 347 Central Ave Suite 3, Long Prairie, MN 56347 pete.berscheit@co.todd.mn.us 320-732-4419
Vet Benefits for Seniors

Caring for aging loved ones can be difficult, but challenges can multiply when dealing with veterans. According to the National Alliance for Caregivers, caregivers of veterans are twice as likely to remain a caregiver for 10 years or longer, and are often unable to retain a job while providing adequate care for their veteran. With stress and pressure stacking up, these caregiversoften the adult children or even grandchildrenmay wonder where to turn for assistance, and may be unaware of resources that are available for veterans. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, only 36 percent of eligible veterans are currently receiving VA benefits. There are several options for seniors. Here are three important benefits you or the veteran in your life may be missing out on. VA Aid and Attendance: For caregivers who are no longer able to provide the amount and quality of care their loved ones need, the Aid and Attendance benefit can be a huge help. This benefit, provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, helps to offset the cost of rent in assisted living communities for veterans and their spouses. Veterans may qualify for up to $1,632 monthly and surviving spouses may qualify for $1,055 monthly. For a couple (married veteran and spouse), the maximum benefit is $1,949.
Merry Christmas to the Browerville Blade

If you should need to fill some newspaper space, or have writers block, perhaps your readers would enjoy this true story from every day life in Browerville.
Veterans Non-Service Connected Improved Pension Benefit Program:

One of the most significant benefit programs for veterans is the Veterans Non-Service Connected Improved Pension Benefit Program, which was formed to provide aid to veterans and their surviving family members. The program gives financial assistance to veterans over the age of 65 who have served for at least 90 days and whose income is below a set amount by Congress. Retired veterans often meet these requirements and can receive substantial government aid. Driving evaluations: With many of our residents, their driving skills decrease as they age. Through the VA healthcare system, veterans are eligible for an extensive driving evaluation. Veterans can receive benefits like an in-depth personal driving evaluation, patient and family education on the issue, and behindthe-wheel instruction. In addition, veterans can benefit from lessons on defensive driving techniques and vehicle and equipment evaluation by certified professionals.
Marcies Daycare Lunch Table

Natalie, 4 years old, sitting with elbows on table, chin in hands: I cant figure out how Santa knows if weve been naughty or nice. He must have a camera at the North Pole, but not the same North Pole wheres theres penguins. She then bursts into song and is joined by a multitude of not so angelic voices. Marcie, trying to maintain order: Ok, no more singing, lets just finish our lunch before it gets cold. Ashley, 4 years old: Yeah, anyway its not going to be Christmas for a long time yet. Not until Baby Jesus comes back from away in the manger. Marcie Carpenter Browerville
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11-074874 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: March 30, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $135,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Daniel D. Johnson and Susan E. Johnson, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. MIN#: 100015700065289023 LENDER: Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. SERVICER: Bank of America, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed May 22, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 442100 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK,NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-11; Dated: May 25, 2011; filed August 1, 2011, recorded as document number 474549 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 4 and the East half of Lot 5, Block 32 of Tweed's Fourth Addition to the Village, now City of Long Prairie, according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the county recorder. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 519 4Th Ave SW, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 36-0062300 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $137,337.53 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 26, 2012, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal repre-
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 08/03/2004 MORTGAGOR(S): Courtney
R. Esler, a single woman. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for America's Wholesale Lender SERVICER: Bank of America, N.A. MORTGAGE ID #: 10001570003909746-0 DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 11, 2004,Todd County Recorder, Document No. 428640. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP Dated: November 01, 2010,Recorded March 23, 2011,Todd County Recorder, Document No. 472285. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The East Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 18, Township 133, Range 32 REGISTERED PROPERTY: No TAX PARCEL NO.: 250018000 ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 48374 County Road 7 Staples, MN 56479 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $58,775.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $56,437.41 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: Thursday, January 19, 2012, 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Main Lobby of Todd County Detention Center, City of Long Prairie to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys' fees allowed by law subject to redemption within 1 year from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under Minnesota Statutes section 580.30 or the property redeemed under Minnesota Statutes section 580.23 is 01/19/2013 at 11:59 p.m. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: NONE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED
UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: November 22, 2011 Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Peterson, Fram & Bergman, P.A. By: Steven H. Bruns Attorneys for: Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee 55 E. 5th St., Suite 800 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 209-7599 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. 16751-113568
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THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: January 6, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $82,925.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Jon J. Wilson and Stacy L. Wilson, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. MIN#: 100310900000058283 LENDER: GSF Mortgage Corporation SERVICER: Wells Fargo Bank, NA DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed January 13, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 439592 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.; Dated: June 29, 2009 filed: July 6, 2009, recorded as document number 463460 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 and that part of the NW 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 8, Township 130 North, Range 33 West, Todd County, Minnesota described as follows: Commencing NW corner of Lot 1, Block 15, Original Townsite of Browerville , according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder; thence North 89 Degrees 21 minutes 51 seconds West ( assumed bearing) along the South line of Sixth Street, City of Browerville, a dis-
tance of 194.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 53 seconds West, a distance of 150.00 feet to the point of beginning of the land to be described; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 51 seconds West, a distance of 35.16 feet to its intersection with the East line of said NW 1/4 of SW 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East, along said East line, a distance of 5.53 feet to the NE corner of said NW 1/4 of SW 1/4, said point also being the SE corner of Lot 1, Block 11, Brower's First Addition to Browerville, according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder, Todd County, Minnesota; thence South 88 degrees 19 minutes 54 seconds West, along the North line of said NW 1/4 of SW 1/4, a distance of 15.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, parallel with the West line of said Lot 1, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence South 88 degrees 19 minutes 54 seconds West, parallel with the North line of said NW 1/4 of SW 1/4, a distance of 9.88 feet: thence South 00 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds West, parallel with the East line of said NW 1/4 of SW 1/4, a distance of 129.98 feet to its intersection with the Northerly right of way line of Fifth Street, City of Browerville; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 29 East, along said right of way line, a distance of 75 feet; thence North 00 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East, parallel with the West line of said NE 1/4 of SW 1/4 a distance of 149.73 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 51 seconds West, a distance of 14.84 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 310 5th Street W, Browerville, MN 56438 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 30-0003900 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $79,808.72 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 12, 2012, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s)
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Thursday, December 15, 2011 SERVICER: Wachovia Mortgage, a division of Wells Fargo Bank, NA DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed December 19, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 446299 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 5 and 20, Block 12, Sylvan Shores No. 1 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 40881 Penelope Loop & 40964 285Th Ave, Browerville, MN 56481 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 08-0063400 and 08-0064900 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $140,718.60 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 5, 2012, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on July 5, 2012. "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: November 9, 2011 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Stephanie O. Nelson 0388918 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on July 12, 2012. "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: November 19, 2011 Wells Fargo Bank, NA Assignee of Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Stephanie O. Nelson 0388918 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: June 23, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $50,040.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Mary Riggle, A single woman MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC LENDER: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC SERVICER: American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed June 29, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 442898 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for, Argent Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2, Under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Dated August 1, 2006; Dated: January 20, 2009 filed: February 18, 2009, recorded as document number 461247 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 NW 1/4) of Section Twenty-seven (27), Township One Hundred Thirtyone (131) North, Range Thirtyfour (34) West of the 5th Principal Meridian, Todd County, Minnesota, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot One (1), Block Two (2) of "INDUSTRIAL PARK" of the City of Clarissa, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Todd County Recorder said point being on the West line of Bridge Street; thence North 89 degrees, 58 minutes 33 seconds West, record bearing, along the South line of said Lot 1 and the South line of Lot 2, said Block 2, 205.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 165.00 feet to the North line of Block 7 of Nuttings Addition to Clarissa; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 33 seconds East, along said North line of Block 7, a distance of 205.00 feet to said West line of Bridge Street; thence North 00

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: December 15, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $119,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Harold H. Blonigen Trust MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. formerly known as Wachovia Mortgage, FSB formerly known as World Savings Bank, FSB LENDER: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. formerly known as Wachovia Mortgage, FSB formerly known as World Savings Bank, FSB
degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, along said West line of Bridge Street, 165.00 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 510 Bridge Street N, Clarissa, MN 56440 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 32.0005700 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $49,181.01 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 5, 2012, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on July 5, 2012. "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: November 1, 2011 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006M2 Assignee of Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Stephanie O. Nelson - 0388918 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR-
POSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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Legal Notice November 30, 2010 COUNTY PRINTING TODD COUNTY MINNESOTA
Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Todd County, will receive sealed bids until Four oclock P.M., Friday, December 30, 2011 at the County Administrators Office. Bids will be opened at the County Board meeting on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 9:05 a.m. in the County Board Room, for publication for the year 2012 as may be required by the County of Todd, a municipal corporation, as follows: Designation of Publication for Extra Printing This requires the extra publication for distribution of the Financial Statement to the remaining parts of the county not covered by the distribution of the official paper. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in such an amount as may be determined by the County Board. The County Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids if in its judgment of the public interest so require pursuant to M.S 279.07, and it waives any informalities therein. Nathan Burkett Todd County Administrator
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Legal Notice December 1, 2011 COUNTY PRINTING TODD COUNTY MINNESOTA

Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Todd County, will receive sealed bids until Four oclock P.M., Friday, December 30, 2011 at the County Administrators Office. Bids will be opened at the County Board meeting on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 9:05 a.m. in the County Board Room, for publication for the year 2012 as may be required by the County of Todd, a municipal corporation, as follows: Designation of the Official Newspaper This requires the publishing of official proceedings by the Todd County Board, and other legal and public notices required by all Todd County Departments, publication of the financial statement and publication of the list of lands in Todd County, delinquent in taxes for the year 2011 which have not been attached to prior judgment. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in such amount as may be determined by the County Board. The County Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids if in its judgment of the public interest so require pursuant to M.S. 279.07, and to waive any informalities therein. /s/ Nathan Burkett Todd County Administrator
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Thursday, December 15, 2011 discuss a date for the Fall Road Meeting. December 9, 2011 at 9:30 am was set and it will be held at the Highway Department. TODD COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING On motion by Neumann and second by Kneisl, the following CUP was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Holiday Resort, 13377 Falcon Drive, Osakis, MN 56360. Property Owner: Louis Gramsey. CUP to add a second story onto an existing cabin, footprint of the cabin will not change. On motion by Neumann and second by Ruda, the following Rezoning Application was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Rezoning application to change the current zoning of below described property that is located outside of the shoreland zone from Residential-10 to Agricultural/ Forestry (AF-1). On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following CUP was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Birchdale Estates Plat 3. Owner: Gerald Kluempke 27711 Hwy 28, Grey Eagle, MN 56336. Discussion on the potential of installing signs at strategic entrances to the County that state permits are required in Todd County as a method to ensure that land owners are applying for appropriate permits. TODD COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY On motion by Ruda and second by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR DITCH MAINTENANCE COUNTY DITCH 33 & 2 RESOLVED, that the Todd County Ditch Authority gives permission to Wally Miller to maintain a portion of CD 33& 2 located on his and Roy Lees property, at his own expense. TODD COUNTY SOLID WASTE On motion by Kneisl and second by Ruda, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION FOR PERHAM RESOURCE FACILITY RESOLVED, by the Todd County Board of Commissioners, that Todd County, acting as a member of the Authority, may resolve that the Authority is willing and able to own and operate the Resource Recovery Facility and acknowledges, accepts and agrees that the operation, ownership, and sale of the Resource Recovery Facility is subject to the provisions of Minn. Stat. Chapter 16A.695 and the Minnesota Management and Budget Third Order Amending Order of Commissioner of Finance Related to Use and Sale of State bond Financed Property, RESOLVED, that Todd County, as a member of the Prairie Lakes Municipal Solid Waste Authority, may resolve that the Authority will agree to own and operate the Resource Recovery Facility in Perham, and that Todd County shall provide necessary local financing, accept and exercise the governmental powers necessary to develop and operate the project, pledges to use all funds made available by the State of Minnesota Capital Assistance Program exclusively for the capital cost of the project and to pay any additional amount by which the cost of the project exceeds the estimate by appropriation to the construction fund and additional funds or proceeds of additional bonds of County. On motion by Kneisl and second by Ruda, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Neumann voting against: MARKET PRICE FOR THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT TAX WHEREAS, the solid waste management tax requires political subdivisions to identify by resolution a market price if the political subdivision: THEREFORE, the County of Todd declares a market price of $61.00 per ton. TODD COUNTY SOIL & WATER On motion by Ruda and second by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: NATURAL RESOURCES BLOCK GRANT AGREEMENT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners accept the NRBG funding, RESOLVED, that they accept responsible for specific duties as required by the agreement relating to match, reporting and compliance provided said responsibilities do not require unilateral adoption of proposed MPCA septic rules as currently stated. Motion by Neumann to refer Block Grant to the County Attorney for review, motion failed for lack of second. TODD COUNTY ADMINISTRATION Earl Fuechtmann and Travis Fuechtmann from Contegrity Group, Inc. reported on the progress of the historic courthouse project. On motion by Neumann and second by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve elimination of the zero deductible health plan, and approve implementation of a $3,000 single/$6,000 family high deductible health plan and Health Savings Account. On motion by Neumann and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To authorize the County Administrator to sign a memorandum of understanding with Teamsters, Courthouse and Jailer-Dispatcher Units amending the collective bargaining agreements to allow for payments to employee health savings accounts. Authorization is for up to $125 for employee plus family plans on the $1,500 individual/$3,000 family deductible plan and the $3,000 individual $6,000 family deductible plan and up to $165 for employee only on the $3,000 individual deductible plan. No other changes are authorized. Discussion was held on a Stop work order issued for projects at Battle Point park by the County Administrator on November 8, 2011. The Board discussed the work order and agreed by consensus that the Park Board and the County Board should communicate more clearly about the Park Boards intentions at Battle Point and that the stop work order should stay in place for the time being. On motion by Kircher and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION SUGGESTING AN AMC POLICY POSITION RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners suggests for the consideration of AMC a policy position which states that the State should not take over local government services or programs without working through a collaborative process with the local governments who provide said services. ADMINISTRATORS REPORT Administrator reminded the County Board that there is a meeting scheduled on November 29 at 6 pm in the County Board Room, this meeting is the statutorily required budget meeting. The December 6, 2011 regular County Board meeting has been cancelled. Truth in Taxation notices are going to be mailed out this week. In a review of a couple of random properties throughout the County, taxes of non-homestead properties have risen substantially, homestead properties seem to be holding relatively steady. We have been advertising on the Countys website only for an Extension Committee member, we have received only one application. We are considering putting an ad in the newspapers or on the radio, but our budgets for printing and publishing are limited. Administrator requested that commissioners make requests for information on the 2012 budget as soon as possible for work session on the 22nd of November. The budget will have to be finalized on December 20th, due to the fact that open enrollment is scheduled for the end of November and that process will likely result in minor shifts in the budget. COMMISSIONERS REPORT Commissioner Neumann announced that the First Presbyterian Church of Osakis is having a Thanksgiving dinner open to the public. Recessed at 10:52 a.m. by action of Chairman Blessing until November 29 at 6 p.m. COMMISSIONER WARRANTS VENDOR NAME AMOUNT ANDERSON BROS 25,395.50 CENTRACARE HEALTH SERVICES 4,028.58 CENTRAL SPECIALTIES INC 12,791.98 CONTECH CONST. 11,197.34 ELECTION SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE INC 4,996.94 FLEET SERVICES DIV. 5,811.00 INFORMATION SYSTEM CORP 2,970.00 LONG PRAIRIE MACHINERY CO INC 24,662.16 LONG PRAIRIE OIL COMPANY MORRIS ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN SALT NORTHERN STAR COOP OLSONS TRUCK & TRACTOR SERVICE S.W. RECYCLING SHIRLEYS GAS & GROCERIES STAPLES WORLD TRIMAN SYSTEMS INC VEOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES WADENA ASPHALT CO WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING INC 118 PAYMENTS LESS THAN $2000 FINAL TOTAL PAYMENTS LESS THAN $2000 AMERICAN HERITAGE BANK KENS COLLISION AND GLASS NORTH CENTRAL SERVICE COOP BOLLIGINC ENGINEERING & ENVIRO FLEET SERVICES MORRISON COUNTY PERHAM RESOURCE RECOVERY RAINBOW RIDER STUDIO E ARCHITECTS LLC TODD COUNTY DAC ZAYO ENTERPRISE NETWORKS AMERICAN HERITAGE BANK BROWN & KRUEGER CITY OF LONG PRAIRIE COLLABORATIVE DESIGN GROUP COMPUTER PROFESSIONALS FLEET SERVICES DIVISION GENE-OS FAMILY RESTAURANT JAYNE JONES MCCC, MI33 MN DEPT OF FINANCE RESOURCE TRAINING & SOLUTION WSB AND ASSOCIATES AMERICAN HERITAGE BANK BIG SWAN LAKE IMPROV DIST CITY OF BERTHA CITY OF BROWERVILLE CITY OF BURTRUM CITY OF CLARISSA CITY OF EAGLE BEND CITY OF GREY EAGLE CITY OF HEWITT CITY OF LONG PRAIRIE CITY OF OSAKIS CITY OF STAPLES CITY OF WEST UNION REGION V DEVELOP COMMISSION SAUK RIVER WATER SHED DISTRICT SCHOOL DIST. 213 SCHOOL DIST. 2170 SCHOOL DIST. 2753 SCHOOL DIST. 2759 SCHOOL DIST. 486 SCHOOL DIST. 740 SCHOOL DIST. 743 SCHOOL DIST. 786 SCHOOL DIST. 787 SCHOOL DIST. 789 SCHOOL DIST. 818 TOWN OF BARTLETT TOWN OF BERTHA TOWN OF BIRCHDALE TOWN OF BRUCE TOWN OF BURLEENE TOWN OF BURNHAMVILLE TOWN OF EAGLE VALLEY TOWN OF FAWN LAKE TOWN OF GERMANIA TOWN OF GORDON TOWN OF GREY EAGLE TOWN OF HARTFORD TOWN OF IONA TOWN OF KANDOTA TOWN OF LESLIE TOWN OF LITTLE ELK TOWN OF LITTLE SAUK TOWN OF LONG PRAIRIE TOWN OF MORAN TOWN OF REYNOLDS 47,996.32 3,896.08 2,161.00 350,001.00 4,640.00 5,236.12 37,598.25 22,398.53 4,000.00 4,800.00 3,751.00 3,261.63 23,215.33 138,562.19 9,847.64 8,119.12 3,938.30 6,004.70 2,826.00 3,919.45 4,148.75 5,980.00 162,975.90 32,971.27 521,284.64 5,887.94 16,613.87 80,969.76 6,078.40 51,330.66 88,264.72 47,392.74 14,958.08 317,738.80 69,441.98 294,348.95 2,792.16 6,082.43 43,512.34 280,304.21 176,567.71 780,567.03 84,273.33 166,524.74 57,682.65 247,517.72 90,919.79 123,717.74 3,246.22 6,005.07 13,161.95 12,772.02 61,866.24 34,034.04 14,228.55 50,022.91 14,245.75 41,580.92 8,292.54 29,274.16 96,608.33 31,580.20 10,885.27 41,293.67 65,169.92 17,450.47 39,912.02 38,259.72 16,346.35 16,171.79
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Todd County Commissioners Minutes Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on November 15, 2011
Call to Order The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 15th day of November, 2011 at 9:00 A.M. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Blessing with all members present. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA On motion by Kneisl and second by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda as amended with the following changes: Add report from Contegrity on Historic Courthouse renovation progress Add discussion and motions for employee health insurance changes Add discussion on Battle Point Park stop work order Add resolution supporting AMC policy positions ROUTINE BUSINESS On motion by Neumann and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the November 1, 2011 minutes as read. On motion by Ruda and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants #29476 #29613 in the amount of $192,193.72. On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Auditor Warrants #216797 #217012 in the amount of $5,976,695.64. CENTRAL MN HOUSING PARTNERSHIP On motion by Ruda and second by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION FOR ADMINISTERING THE RENTAL DEFERRED LOAN PROGRAM RESOLVED, that the Central Minnesota Housing Partnership is hereby authorized to submit an Application for Administrative Authority to MHFA for participation in the Rental Rehabilitation Deferred Loan program, and the Central Minnesota Housing Partnership is designated as the administrative body for implementing this program in Todd County. TODD COUNTY EXTENSION Jim Carlson, Director of Todd County Extension announced to the Board of his retirement after 35 years of service with the Extension Service. The Board thanked him for his service. On motion by Ruda and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approval of the 2012 Memorandum of Agreement between Todd County and the University of Minnesota Extension Services for Agriculture Educator and 4-H Educator services in an amount not to exceed $98.487.00. TODD COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS Wade Jackson was present to
2,679.04 2,704.55 24,306.86 2,013.89 4,511.10 6,456.00 2,350.80 2,232.86 5,178.75 4,237.02 3,257.55 4,834.25 35,577.55 $192,193.72
AUDITOR WARRANTS VENDOR NAME AMOUNT COLLABORATIVE DESIGN GROUP 5,701.99 LANDWEHR CONSTRUCTION INC 386,155.14 S.W. RECYCLING 4,964.00 SCW CONSTRUCTION 2,075.00
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Christ the King presents The North Pole Nanny
A Candy Cane Disaster with grades K-2
Joseph - Caleb Berg, Mary - Audrey Berg, Baby Jesus Raynne May.
Candy Elf - Allie Benning, Cookie Elf - Rose Patnode, Cocoa Elf - Marah May.
Away in a Manger, PreK-K
Nanny Claus - Olivia Irsfeld, Mother Elf - Noelle Host. Mrs Claus - Teresa Tynio, Santa - John Statema.
Snowman - Tyler Kolles
Browerville Tigers defeat Sebeka Trojans and West Central Area Knights
By Jim Roberts Browerville 89 Sebeka 53 The Browerville Tigers team traveled to Sebeka to take on the Sebeka Trojans last Tuesday night in boys basketball. The Tigers left with a decisive victory 89 to 53. Browervilles inside trio of Seth Christensen, Connor Burns, and Brad Dreher totaled 36 points and 21 rebounds. The Tigers defense forced the Trojans into 21 turn-overs, many which resulted in easy points on the other end for Browerville. Sebeka attempted to stay in the game with some full court pressure, but the Tigers size and ability to break the press turned into many close-ranged baskets. We definitely had a size advantage tonight; then mix in some good outside shooting and thats how the game went added Coach Schueller. Browerville made 8 three-pointers, 4 of them by Mitch Heid. Seth Christensen led all scorers with 21 points, and also took down 12 rebounds and had 7 steals. Other double digit scorers for the Tigers included Mitch Heid, 18 points, Seth Kellen, 11 points, and Kyle Petermeier, 10 points. Heid and Petermeier each had 5 assists as the team dished out 24. Coach Schueller was happy with the scoring, saying, I was pleased with the balanced scoring, and the balance of inside, outside, and transition points we put up tonight. Most of all, though, it was the Tigers defense that really won this one. Browerville 77 WCA 59 Last Thursday night the Tigers from Browerville went to Barret and defeated the West Central Area Knights by a final score of 77 to 59. It was a tough night for both teams when trying to match up with each other. Browerville had a size advantage, but also a disadvantage. We had a tough time matching up with their (WCA) quickness and athleticism, but at the same, they couldnt quite match up to our physical size, said Coach Schueller. Both teams put a lot of fouls up on the board in the first half. The Tigers juggled their line-up trying to maintain a size advantage without getting anyone in foul trouble. Browerville put up 41 first half points. The third time this season the Tigers have score 41 or more in the first half. WCA wouldnt go away in the second half, but eventually ran out of options. Matt Wagner kept the Knights close with 3 three pointers, and the Knights pulled within 5 points. Mitch Heid matched that and helped the Tigers gain control. Heid and Kyle Petermeier combined for the teams final 17 points. The Tigers stay on the road Monday playing at Upsala. They then have their first home game of the season Thursday against Staples-Motley.
Tigers fall to Knights in Prairie opener

By Coach Middendorf West Central Area 61 Browerville 27 The Tigers battled foul trouble and turnovers in the first half and could never recover as the Knights handed Browerville a 61-27 loss to open up the Prairie Conference schedule Thursday night in Browerville. The young Browerville squad looked sharp and played aggressively on the defensive side of the ball but their inexperience showed in breaking the West Central press. Browerville trailed 29-11 at halftime but scored 16 points in the second half as they eventually broke the press and were able to run their half-court offense consistently. Eighth grader Paige Callahan once again led the Tigers in scoring with nine points and pulled down a team high nine rebounds. Eighth grader Crystal Pearson picked up four assists and three steals in a gritty performance while sophomore Hailey Piotrowski added six points for the orange and black. Eighth grader Kendra Buchta pulled down five rebounds and dropped in five points while freshmen MaKenna Hegseth added three points. Jen Froemming led West Central with 19 points. Browerville is now 0-1 in the Prairie Conference and 0-3 overall. Friday the Tigers travel to Swanville for another Prairie Conference matchup. Tuesday Dec. 20th the Tigers will entertain Sebeka in a non-conference contest at the Browerville gymnasium.
Browerville Lions Club Student of the Month
Michelle Pachan is Browerville Lion's Student of the Month. Michelle is a student that chooses to excel. Her respect and maturity gives her qualities not found in just any student. A 'student' is defined as: any person who studies, investigates, or examines thoughtfully; Michelle fits this definition. Michelle takes her studies seriously, but at the same time, investigates what she can take from what or how she is learning, and keep everything in perspective. She knows how to look at the big picture and realize why her education is beneficial to her. She gets the most out of what is placed in front of her and uses it to best fit her needs. Michelle's outlook to the future appears to be very clear and organized.
Tiger Sports
Mon. Dec. 19: BBB Holiday tourney @ Parkers Prairie; JHBB hosts Royalton, 4:30 Tue. Dec. 20: GBB hosts Sebeka, 6:15; BBB Holiday tourney @ PP; WR Broncos tourney, Clar, 6:00; BH hosts Northern Lakes, 7:00; GH @ Pequot Lakes, 7:00
Browerville Public School Menu

Mon. Dec. 19: California burger, FF/ketchup, apple, milk Tue. Dec. 20: Sloppy joes, steak fries, corn, pear slices, 2 milk Wed. Dec. 21: Pepperoni pizza, green beans, PB/butter sandwich,
Afterschool 4-H Adventures
St. Nicholas visits CtK
By Larissa Brune Afterschool 4-H at Browerville Elementary was held this fall for 1-3 graders, sessions included: fruit, vegetables, and penguins. 4-H is for all youth, kindergarten through one year past high school, whether they live in cities, towns or in the country. 4-H welcomes boys, girls, and adults from all backgrounds. The entire family can join in projects and activities. The 4-H learning by doing approach uses fun projects to teach life skills. Projects give kids the freedom to find out what they like and what theyre good at doing. There are more than 100 projects to explore like photography, foods, wood working, leadership, art, plants, fashion or animals of all kinds. If you would like more information on 4-H or how to join a 4-H club in your area, please contact University of Minnesota Extension, Todd County at 320-732-4435.
AROUND THE COUNTY

Mark C. Meagher, Bloomington, lend, borrow or transfer license$185.00 Brian T. J. Nelson, Long Prairie, transport firearms-$185.00 MN State Patrol Dean E. Alexander, Coon Rapids, 80/70-$125.00 Cody C. Buntrock, St. Charles, IL, 83/70-$135.00 Robert A. Buntz, Jr., Fairplay, CO, 80/70-$125.00 Travis J. Demo, Paynesville, drive after suspension-$285.00 Ajay Dua, Aurora, IL, 80/70$125.00 Danielle M. Fraser, Osakis, 65/55-$125.00 Ashley L. Hart, Garfield, 80/70$125.00 Joshua S. Hauer, Clarissa, no annual inspection-$185.00; insufficient brakes-$150.00; tire tread less than 2/32nd-$50.00 Mark R. Heysse, St. Cloud, 84/70-$135.00 Dillon M. Kasprowicz, no annual inspection-$185.00 David J. May, Belle Plaine, 80/70-$125.00 Michael D. Peterson, Bertha, load not properly secured-$145.00 Michael K. Portus, Warren, MI, 80/70-$125.00 Frederick M. Redwine, Grand Forks, ND, 92/70-$225.00 Jacob A. Rinn, Hutchinson, possess marijuana-$235.00; possess drug paraphernalia-$50.00 Kelsey M. Rogness, Fargo, ND, 80/70-$125.00 Mark R. Ruplinger, Willmar, unregistered vehicle-$115.00 Kiley J. Severson, Hayfield, 88/70-$145.00 Alan A. Sjoberg, Mora, 80/70$125.00 Julie A. Velline, Garfield, 84/70$135.00 Theodore L. Vershey, Bovey, improper use of dealer plates$185.00
Sheriffs Report
On December 3, at 6 pm, the Todd County Sheriff s Department responded to a report of a one vehicle roll over on County 6, west of 265th Ave, in Birchdale Township. When the deputy arrived at the scene, he did not locate any occupants of the vehicle. On December 5, the sheriff s office made contact with Jamie Herding, who said he had been driving his 1989 Dodge Dakota pickup and had reached for an item on the floor of the vehicle. As he did so, he went onto the shoulder of the road, over corrected and went into the ditch, rolling onto the drivers side. Herding was not injured. The vehicle sustained moderate damage. Criminal charges are pending. At 12:39 am, December 4, a 911 call came into the sheriff s department reporting a one vehicle roll over five miles east of Browerville on County 14. Browerville ambulance and Browerville Fire Rescue were also dispatched to the scene. The driver of the vehicle, Brooks Baumann, sustained minor head and neck injuries. He was transported to CentraCare Hospital, Long Prairie, and treated for his injuries. Baumann had been wearing his seat belt at the time of the accident. The vehicle was a total loss. At 6:45 am, December 8, Bradley Cottrell, Verndale, struck a deer on County 23, near the intersection of County 75, with a 2011 Blue Bird Vision School Bus, owned by Verndale Public School. Less than $250 damage was done to the right front fender. No students were on the bus at the time. At 8:19 am, December 8, Lynn Tepley-Kilau reported the theft of over $6000 from her residence in Clarissa. The theft occurred sometime in the past several weeks. On December 9, at 5:45 am, Larry Zachow, Brooten, lost control of a 2001 International Eagle semi truck loaded with turkey feed on a curve on County 12, near the intersection of 331st Ave, overturned and slid off the road. Zachow was not injured. The semi tractor, owned by Triple S Trucking, Belgrade, sustained severe damage. The semi trailer, owned by Jennio-O Turkey, sustained moderate damage. Anyone with information concerning any of these cases is urged to contact the Todd County Sheriff s Department at 320-732-2157 or 1800-794-5733.
Property Transfers
WTY Roger Pohlkamp etux to Joan M Iacona 11-18-11 Lot 11 Blk 6 Little Pine Shores rec 11-22-11 LIM WTY-JT First State Bank of Swanville to John L DeFoe III etux 11-21-11 Lot 15 Blk 1 Bauers Subdivision rec 11-23-11
QCD Kathleen J Hetland to Dana Hetland 11-2-11 pt N2NW4 29-129-34 & SW4 20-129-35 rec 1123-11 WTY Dorothy F Lamusga single to 1/2 int to Robert Lamusga & 1/2 int to Joseph F/Mary J Lamusga SE4 11-18-11 SE4 13-130-33 NW4SW4 18; SW4 19; pt N2NW4, SE4NW4 and E2SW4 20-130-32 rec 11-28-11 WTY Gerald A Hiltner single to Henry D Herickhoff etal 11-17-11 pt Lot 1 Blk 4 Townsite of West Union rec 11-28-11 QCD-JT David E Kyar etux to David E Kyar etal 11-23-11 W2SW4 29-133-35 and E2NE4 30133-35 rec 11-28-11 WTY Dale L Wegleitner etux to William Minke etal 1-22-11 Lot 34 & 35 Ward Spring Lot 34A Luces Add to Ward Spring & pt vac Lake St rec 11-28-11 QCD Theodore Leo Waytashek etux to Theodore L Waytaskhek and Marlene M Waytashek Trustees of the Trust Agreement of Theodore and Marlene Waytashek deed dated 10-14-11 Lot 15 Blk 11 Sylvan Shores Villa rec 11-28-11
Court Report
Court appearances are First Appearance, RU8 (second appearance), and Omnibus (third appearance) November 21: Adam M. Eischens, South Haven, appeared for an RU8 hearing on two counts of check forgery charges. An omnibus hearing was scheduled for December 12. Trenton W. Double, Clara City, appeared for a probation violation hearing. His next court date is December 12. Jeremy J. Biesiada, Coon Rapids, was sentenced for fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. He was fined $585, sentenced to 30 days, with credit for three days served, ordered to supply an DNA sample, and placed on supervised probation for five years. December 5: Michelle L. Sayers, Minneapolis, appeared in court on charges of two counts of third degree driving while impaired and driving after suspension. Her next court date is December 19. Garrett J. Kramer, Long Prairie, pled guilty to driving after cancellation at an omnibus hearing. He was fined $585, sentenced to 365 days, 335 days stayed for two years and placed on probation for two years. Karen J. Klinkhammer, Long Prairie, pled guilty to theft at an omnibus hearing. Sentencing was scheduled for February 13. Jason R. Shields, New York Mills, denied violation of his probation at an admit/deny hearing. A February 10 evidentiary hearing was set. December 6: Robert A. McKnight, Hewitt, pled guilty to probation violation. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing set for January 23. Duane LeBlanc, Browerville, pled guilty to failure to register as a predatory offender. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing scheduled for February 6.
Traffic Citations
Todd County Sheriff Steven A. Braun, Rochester, second degree criminal sexual conduct-$385.00, 36 months Brandon J. Gerchy, Sauk Rapids, 80/70-$125.00 Matthew C. Odenthal, Motley, 50/35-$145.00 Ross D. Reichel, Menahga, flee peace officer, $135.00, 17 months, DNA sample, pay $800 restitution Cierra L. Waverek, Staples, 65/55-$125.00 Benjamin S. Weekley, Staples, no valid license-$185.00 Long Prairie Police Jorge R. Garcia-Orozco, Long Prairie, no drivers license-$185.00 Travis A. Marcyes, Long Prairie, drive after revocation-$200.00; no insurance-$285.00; expired registration-$30.00
Kevin D. Spaulding, Pierz, drive after suspension-$285.00 Christopher E. Theiler, Sauk Centre, drive after revocation, revoked license plates-$125.00 Staples Police Thomas W. Bowen, Staples, drive after cancellation-$585.00, 120 days, stayed 110 days, 2 yr Osakis Police Cheryl L. Chermark, Osakis, fail to stop-$135.00 Cassandra A. McLain, Osakis, no valid license-$185.00 DNR Dale W. Heuer, Osakis, transport firearms-$185.00 Jerome O. Larson, Mpls, possess firearms/ammo in restricted deer zone-$185.00 Thomas K. Lennes, Eagle Bend, fail to obtain burning permit$125.00
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SERVICE DIRECTORY
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TOWN OF ROUND PRAIRIE TOWN OF STAPLES TOWN OF STOWE PRAIRIE TOWN OF TURTLE CREEK TOWN OF VILLARD TOWN OF WARD TOWN OF WEST UNION TOWN OF WYKEHAM ALEXANDRIA ELECTRIC AMERICAN HERITAGE 6,254.95 BOLLIG, INC ENGINEERING & ENVI CONTEGRITY GROUP INC DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT & ECON DE DUNCAN CONCRETE INC 40,699.52 GUSTAFSON MECHANICAL INC JEROME GETZ CONST LLC JOHNSON CONTROLS
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FILING NOTICE
Candidates for Hartford Township Offices will be able to file for candidacy with the clerk beginning January 3, 2012 at 8:00 am thru January 17, 2012 at 5:00 pm. Positions to be filled are (1) supervisor for a 3 year term, and (1) clerk for a 2 year term. Call 594-0073 for an appointment. Terry Rickbeil, Clerk
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IONA TOWNSHIP FILING NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that filing for township offices will begin on January 3rd, 2012 and close January 17th, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. Offices to be filled are 1 supervisor for a 3 year term 1 clerk for a 2 year term Filing is to take place at the clerks home. Please call ahead or leave a message. Iris Hegseth, Clerk
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Cougars are rare but confirmed visitors to Minnesota

Confirmed cougar sightings are becoming more frequent in Minnesota, but evidence suggests the large cats are most likely rare visitors to the state, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The recent shooting of a cougar in southwestern Minnesota, along with verified observations of the big cats in the state, are raising awareness of cougars in the public and media. Within the past several years, we have been able to verify observations of individual cougars within our state, said Dan Stark, DNR large carnivore specialist. Although rare, we have verifiable evidence such as trail camera photos, tracks and scat, and on occasion, dead cougars. Since 2007, the DNR has confirmed 14 cougar sightings. Eleven have been from trail cameras or video. One was road killed, one was found dead and one was shot. Dozens of other, unconfirmed sightings have also been reported. Prior to European settlement, cougars, also known as mountain lions or pumas, ranged across all lower 48 states. Their present-day range is significantly smaller. Confirmed breeding populations are recognized by state game departments in 14 western states. The closest populations are in the western Dakotas, and the only population east of the Mississippi River is in Florida.. Why might cougars show up in Minnesota? Cougars are solitary, roaming animals, and as young males reach maturity, they begin to look for new territory and will travel considerable distances. The timing of many of Minnesotas verified cougar sightings (mid- 2000s and forward) is not unexpected given the somewhat rapid increase in the cougar population in the western Dakotas that began in the mid-1990s. Extensive research in the Black Hills has documented the changing cougar dynamics that typically lead to increased dispersal of young males. DNA analysis from cougars in Minnesota and other Midwestern states, along with cougar scat and hair found here, indicates most of the animals are male likely coming from the Black Hills population in South Dakota and western North Dakota. However, given their long dispersal capabilities, animals could show up from numerous other locations in the western U.S. as well. In some cases, cougars roaming through Minnesota are leaving a remarkable record. Scientists were recently able to document and track a male cougar via its DNA, through the Twin Cities and three different places in Wisconsin before the same cat was hit by a car and killed earlier this year in Connecticut. The cat was killed18 months after it was detected in Minnesota.
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The cougar recently shot in Jackson County was a 125-pound male, estimated to be one to three years old. The DNR will send DNA samples from the cat to a lab in Montana so more can be learned about it Stark said there have been no wild females cougars documented in Minnesota, and that annual carnivore tracking surveys by the DNR, which includes scent-post and winter tracking surveys, have recorded no evidence to suggest the possibility of a resident population of cougars in the state. Although verifications have increased, evidence of cougars remains extremely rare. In contrast, in Florida, where an estimated cougar population of only 100-150 animals reside, an average of 23 cougar deaths (14 car-kills) are documented each year. Although some cougar sightings in Minnesota are accurately identified, many observations from trail cameras and tracks turn out to be cases of mistaken identity. Bobcats, house cats, coyotes, wolves, fishers and light colored dogs have all been mistaken as cougars. A cougar will range in length from four to six feet, with a head that appears small in relation to the body. The body is tan except for dark face markings and tail tip. The tail will be nearly as long as the body. Human encounters with cougars are extremely rare. Even in California, which has a population of more than 5,000 of the big cats, a person is 1,000 times more likely to be struck by lightning than attacked by a cougar. If an encounter does take place, stay calm, face the animal, make yourself appear large by opening your coat or putting your hands above your head, and speak in a loud voice. Most cougars will avoid confrontation. Cougars are protected animals in Minnesota. State statute makes it illegal for a citizen to kill a cougar in most circumstances. Public safety officials are authorized to kill a cougar to protect public safety. If a cougar poses an immediate threat to public safety, contact a DNR conservation office or local law enforcement person as soon as possible. The DNR has recently updated its cougar information on its website. Visit w w w. d n r. s t a t e . m n . u s / mammals/cougar/index.html.
3,007.00 ROYL MASONRY CO. 35,530.00 FINAL TOTAL $5,973,695.64 On a motion by Ruda and second by Kneisl the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held November 15, 2011 were duly approved by a unanimous vote of the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on November 29, 2011 Witness my hand and seal Mark Blessing, County Board Chairperson Nathan Burkett, County Administrator
WARD TOWNSHIP NOTICE

The Ward Township monthly meetings will be held on the 3rd Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. at the Home of the Township Clerk, Larry Paskewitz for the months of December, January, & February. Please check the Todd County/Ward Township web page for any further notices. Larry Paskewitz, Clerk
NOTICE
Turtle Creek Township filing for office of One Supervisor, 3 year term One Clerk, 2 year term will open January 3, 2012 and close January 17, 2012, at 5 pm. Candidates may file at the clerks office. Roxanne Japp, Clerk
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NOTICE
Location and time change The regular monthly meeting of the Hartford Township Board will be held at the Alan and Karen Perish residence (26092 County 14) at 7:00 pm, beginning with the Dec. 26th meeting and continuing until further notice. Terry Rickbeil, Clerk
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By Rin Porter The Todd County Planning Commission held a public hearing on Dec. 8 at 6:30 PM at the Main Street Government Center in Long Prairie. Present were: commission members Jim Pratt, Lloyd Graves, Gene Irsfeld and Rin Porter, and board liaison Commissioner Gerry Ruda. Staff present were Linda Bleess, office manager, and Garry Johanson, ELRM director. Twelve members of the public attended. There were three items on the agenda. Results of the public hearing are as follows. 1. James Martin and Lawrence Troyer, application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to build a 10,000 sq ft facility to manufacture wood furniture and other wood products for wholesale markets, located in Section 34 of Ward Township. The building site is just north of the corner of CR 18 and CR 16, about three miles northeast of Browerville. This familyrun business, Lincoln Lakes Industries, has been carried out previously at the homes of the two owners, one in Morrison County and one in Todd County. They plan to consolidate their operations at the new building, which will be located in an R-10 Residential Zoning District. Lincoln Lakes Industries currently employs seven people, and when the business moves to the new location another one or two people may be hired. No members of the public spoke in favor of or against the application. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the CUP to the county board. 2. Mathew Winters, application to change the current zoning of his 38.31 acre property in Section 30 of Kandota Township from AF-2 to AF2 to allow two building sites on a Government 40. The applicant wants to be able to sell an existing home and a few acres, and build a new home on the remaining acreage. The property is wooded and not suitable for agriculture, but is surrounded by working farms. Three members of the public asked questions and expressed objections to the new proposed zoning classification, because they feared that a new family moving into the existing home would not understand that the home is located in an agricultural district and might raise objections to agricultural activities. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the zoning change to the county board. 3. Joe Muellner and Ervin Muellner, application for a CUP to operate a 750 animal unit turkey finisher barn in Section 34 of Burnhamville township in an AF-1 Agricultural Zoning District. The new barn will be 60,000 sq ft and sit on a 40-acre parcel. A variance was granted in September 2011 for the operation because the facility is closer than one mile to the city limits of Burtrum. The facility will house 38,000 turkeys. A letter of support from the Todd County Soil and Water District staff indicated that the site is suitable for an operation of this kind. No members of the public spoke in favor of or against the application. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the CUP to the county board. The next meeting of the Todd County Planning Commission is scheduled for Jan. 5, 2012, at 6:30 PM at the Main Street Government Center.
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boat and water safety operators permit packet, an off-highway motorcycle CD, or an off-road vehicle CD. All course materials are free by contacting the DNR Information Center at 651-2966157 or toll-free 888-646-6367. Free hunter education courses, as well as the location of local education classes, can be found on the
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Goligowski, continued
sons, bought six acres of land adjoining the village of Browerville in Hartford township, where they continued to reside until 1930. In that year they moved to Browerville to make their home with their sonin-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Holler (Leader, 30 Jan 1936, p. 15). At the time of their deaths, their son Frank lived in Browerville; Charles lived in Havre, Montana; Thomas lived in Superior, Wisconsin; and John lived in Iona Township. Adams son Frank Goligowski married Mary Sowa, and together they had four children: Oran, Vincent, Mary, and Frank. Adams son Thomas Goligowski married Annie Janikulla in 1904. There were three children: Edward, Mary, and Louis. In 1930, the U.S. Census showed them living in Superior, Wisconsin. Adams son John married Mary Wrobel and together they had 11 children. The U.S. Census of 1930 shows them living in Iona Township with Roman, Justina, Tillie, Albina, Irene, Florence, Herman, and Mary. On the 1920 Census they had also a child named Kathrine. John died in 1978. Adamss brother Simon Goligowski was born about 1849, and married Katherine Knopp, known as Katie. Simon or Sam, as he was known, and Katie came from Prussia with Lorenz (b. 1875), Hedwig or Hattie (b. 1877), Marie (b. 1880), Anastasie (b. 1882), and Peter (b. 1883) on the same boat, Frisia, as his brothers family in April 1884. It is difficult to imagine how they made their way from their home in Prussia to the port of Hamburg, Germany, with their five children under 10. The U.S. Census of 1900 spells Simons name as Simner Gulogoski, and shows the family living in Turtle Creek Township, Section 27. In 1900, they had eight of their own children living with them, and a three-year-old child named Anna Koch, whom the family adopted from an orphan train). Children born in the U.S. were William (also called Vincent and Willie), Lizzie, Thomas, and Rosie. All these children are listed on the 1900 U.S. Census. Katie died in 1932 and Sam or Simon died in 1938. Simons son Peter married Anna Albert and they had four children: Richard, Conrad, Marie, and Pauline. Simons son Vincent or William married Minnie Borgert, who as born in 1897, in 1912, and they had five children: Gertrude, Philip, Louis, Edward, and Kathryn. They lived in Turtle Creek Township. Vincent or William and Minnies son Edward was born in 1933 and married Doris Travis in 1958. Doris and Edward had five children a son Greg and four daughters: Debbie, Valerie, Sandy, and Kristie. Vincent or William and Minnies son Philip was born in 1915. He worked on the family farm most of his life. He married Agnes Mudek in 1972. Philip died in 1998. Agnes died in 2001. Vincent or William and Minnies son Louis was born in 1917. He married Mabel Wieshalla in 1938. They farmed in the Thunder Lake area until moving to Chicago in 1950. Louis worked for the Chicago Great Western Railroad until he retired and returned to Thunder Lake. He died in 2002. Louis and Mabel had sons Donald and James and daughter Barbara. Vincent or William and Minnies daughter Kathryn married Sam Zech in 1940, and they had three daughters: Jane, Joyce, and Karen. Vincent or William and Minnies daughter Gertrude married Frank Krist and they had four children: Jerry, Roger, Dorothy, and Marlene. Simons son Thomas married Gladys McCartney in 1919. They had two children: a son, Ardeen, and daughter, Ardes. Thomas and Gladys son Ardeen married Vera Thompson in 1942 and they had six children: Judith, Robert, Margaret, Kathryn, Steven, and Loren. Thomass daughter Ardes married Neil Adamek in 1944 and they had four children: David, Larry, Dale, and Sharon. Simons daughter Lizzie married Joe Gallus and they had three children: Helen, Alice, and Ervin. Simon's daughter, Rosie, married Con Brechner. They had no children Simons daughter, Marie (Mary), married John Zigan. They had three children Simons daughter, Anastasie (Anna), married Albert Zigan. They had eight children. Simons daughter, Hedwig (Hattie), married Alec Gestenberger and they had three children. We found Lawrence Goligowski on the 1920 U.S. Census married to Ada, with a child, Evelyn, living in Havre, Montana. On the 1930 U.S. Census, the family was living in Butte, Montana. So from the two original Goligowski brothers who came to America, were born or adopted 15 children. Of these 15 children, we believe that 11 of them married. From the 11 who married, we believe there were 33 grandchildren of Simon and Adam, born in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Montana. Time and space do not permit us to catalog the descendants of all those grandchildren, but we believe there were many, and a good number remain in Todd County, where they have added richly to the culture and economy of our area. (Information for this story was gathered from the U.S. Census reports, the Minnesota State Census reports, the Minnesota Official Marriage System online database,the memory bank of Peggy Freyholz, and family history from Marlene Jeziorski and Doris Goligowski.)
Lawrence Goligowski (last man at back of truck). He was a member of the Havre, Montana Volunteer Fire Department. Lawrence was the oldest brother of the Simon Goligowski children.
Taken at Horseshoe Lake Ballroom. From left: unknown, Tom Goligowski, Con Brechner, Rosie Goligowski Brechner, Annie Goligowski Zigan, Gladys McCartney Goligowski
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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Volume 95; Number 26

A community newspaper serving Browerville, MN and surrounding areas. USPS 067-560

April, 1884, twelve Goligowski family members arrive in New York

Browerville Liquor Store will install new security cameras

Early morning frost attributes to one vehicle roll over

WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT

Thursday, December 15, 2011

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IT Division receives national recognition

Todd County Drop-In Center

Christmas Basket Drawing (stop out & enter)

Lakewood to begin Forget-Me-Not Support Group

Coin-sized lithium button batteries pose risk to young children

LIVE MUSIC ~ Friday, December 16th 8:30 pm - Midnight

Book your holiday parties with us!

DNR question of the week

The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

WACHLIN CHRISTENSEN ENGAGEMENT

Lamplighter Theatre sets auditions for Sandbag, Stage Left

Safety is the best gift of all this holiday season

CentraCare Health System

Klobuchar statement on House passage of legislation banning synthetic drugs

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

A letter from the country

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

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Cont. from page 6

Christ the King presents The North Pole Nanny

A Candy Cane Disaster with grades K-2

Away in a Manger, PreK-K

Snowman - Tyler Kolles

Tigers fall to Knights in Prairie opener

Browerville Lions Club Student of the Month

Browerville Public School Menu

Afterschool 4-H Adventures

St. Nicholas visits CtK

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AROUND THE COUNTY

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

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