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How to make a good first impression -By Harvey Mackay You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Truer words were never spoken. Oftentimes, first impressions determine whether you will even get to make a second impression. We can all recall first meetings that we wish we would have handled differently. What did we learn from those experiences? “Psychology Today” magazine gives a few pointers for getting off to a good start when you’re just meeting someone. When you’re having a conversation with someone you’re meeting for the first time, you should encourage the other person to talk about him or herself instead of trying to make yourself the center of attention. For example, the person you’re conversing with is telling you about a trip he or she just took, and that brings to mind a trip when you got terrible service. You think it’s a great story, but experts warn that you should think before you open your mouth to share such anecdotes. When you meet

someone, you don’t know what kind of impression this type of story will leave. Also, try to mask any anxiety if you can. If you have the jitters or talk too fast, you might cause the other person to roll his or her eyes at you. Again, try to keep the focus on the other person, but be careful that you don’t come off as an interrogator rather than a conversationalist. What if you are meeting someone for the first time when you are in a bad mood? Experts suggest you fake your way through the experience. But isn’t it better to be honest and be yourself? No, they say, because when you are first meeting someone, instead of seeing this as just a passing mood for you, the person may incorrectly conclude that you tend to be a negative person. See if you can find something positive to talk about. If not, apologize for your temporary trouble and hope the other person will give you the benefit of the doubt. First impressions never count more than during a job interview. A recent CareerBuilder.com survey of over 2,700 hiring managers uncovered some common mistakes – and a few humorous stories. First, here are the mistakes they noted. Asked what kind of no-nos they’d witnessed during interviews, the hiring

managers named these blunders: • Inappropriate attire – 57%. • Boredom or lack of interest – 55%. • Criticizing a current or previous employer – 52%. • Arrogant attitude – 51%. • Answering a cell phone or texting during the interview – 46%. • Vague answers – 34% • Not asking good questions – 34%. The winners/losers in the “Hall of Shame” category included: • One candidate wore a business suit and flip-flops. • A job-seeker asked if the interviewer wanted to meet later for a drink. • The candidate who applied for an accounting job said he was “bad at managing money.” • A candidate for a customer service Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 • St. Rosa Jaycee Red Cross Blood Drive from 2-7 p.m. at the St. Rosa Church Basement. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 • Christmas & Holiday Sale from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Community Covenant Church, Upsala. See ad on page 3. • Guardian Angel Youth Group Haunted House from 8-10:30 p.m. at Holy Cross, North Prairie. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 • Bingo at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church basement, Melrose. FRI. & SAT., NOV. 6-7 • Bake Sale & Boutique. The Frosted Cookie, Upsala. See ad on page 3. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 • Holdingford Craft Sale from 9 a.m.3 p.m. at the Holdingford Legion & City Hall. See ad on page 3. • Holiday Craft & Bake Sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Great Hall, St. John’s University. See ad on page 3. • Our Saviors Church Women Annual Craft & Bake Sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Albany. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 • Upsala American Legion Post 350 Veterans Day Dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Recreation Building, Upsala. NOVEMBER 12-15 • Melrose High School Fall Musical Disney’s Beauty & The Beast. Nov. 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 14 at 1 p.m., Nov. 15 at 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 • Sacred Heart School Annual Soup & Rummage Sale from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church basement, Freeport. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • Craft & Gift Sale from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Landing, St. Anna. ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall. • Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall. BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall. BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. FEET FIRST CLINIC • Meets every 1st Tuesday morning at Holdingford City Hall. FOOD DISTRIBUTION • Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution first Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre. FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. GREY EAGLE SENIORS • Exercise Classes every Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the Grey Eagle Senior Center. GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at

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Hometown News • Thursday, October 29, 2015 • Page 3

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 job told the interviewer, “I don’t really like working with people.” • One person had to leave because his dog had gotten loose in the parking lot. • A job-seeker spent the entire interview staring at the ceiling. Much of that first impression is based on your body language. If you want to be seen as a leader right away, show that you mean business in a firm and friendly way. Raise your eyebrows briefly upon meeting someone. It’s a subtle, powerful signal that conveys a positive impression, and it takes just one-fifth of a second. Eye contact sends the signal that you’re interested in what other people are saying. Just be careful not to cross the line and stare, as that would make you seem confrontational. Return handshakes appropriately. Keep in mind that a limp handshake signals a wimpy image, and a crushing grip seems overly aggressive. Stand tall. Good posture says you’re self-assured and

trustworthy. I can honestly say I have almost never hired anyone who made a bad first impression on me. Sure, I believe in second chances, but I also have to consider what kind of first impression that person would make on my customers. If a candidate makes a bad impression on me, would my customers have the same feeling? Whether you are looking for a job, meeting a customer for the first time, being introduced to your future in-laws or getting acquainted with your new neighbors, don’t just put your best foot forward, let them see your best self. Mackay’s Moral: First impressions are lasting impressions. Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay

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Elmer J. “Porky” Hoeschen

Obituaries Adella R. Baird

Adella R. Baird, age 89 of New Ulm, formerly of the St. Cloud area and Ward Springs, passed away with her daughters by her side on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at Woodstone Memory Care in New Ulm, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Thursday, October 29 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Vince Lieser officiating. A family interment will be in St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Ward Springs following the lunch. Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose. Adella Regina Albers was born October 26, 1925 in Ward Springs, Minnesota to Edward and Mary (Bense) Albers. She attended country school in Ward Springs and graduated from Grey Eagle High School.

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On August 3, 1945 she married Lester Baird at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Ward Springs. Adella was a homemaker and worked various clerical positions. She enjoyed her work as a paraprofessional at Kennedy Elementary School in St. Joseph. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in St. Joseph. Adella taught religious education at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Adella enjoyed gardening, loved nature, and enjoyed spending time being a grandmother. Later in life, she enjoyed traveling with Lester and vacationing with her family. Survivors include her children, Mary (Paul) DeBlieck of Redwood Falls and Geralyn (Mark) Conty of Marysville, Washington; three grandchildren, Neil (Laura) DeBlieck of Redwood Falls, Craig (Rachelle) DeBlieck of Glenwood, and Megan (Bronson) Rivallier-Kirk of Marysville, Washington; and three greatgrandchildren, Lillian DeBlieck, Dalton DeBlieck, and Antonia Rivallier-Kirk. Adella was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Baird in March of 1995; parents; sister, Loretta Albers; and an infant son. Serving as casket bearers will be Paul, Mary, Neil, and Craig DeBlieck and Mark and Geralyn Conty. Cross bearer will be Lillian DeBlieck, scripture bearer will be Dalton DeBlieck, and lector will be Megan Revallier-Kirk. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

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E l m e r J. “Porky” Hoeschen, age 92 of Sauk Centre, formerly of Freeport, died Monday, October 19, 2015 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 24 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ronald Dockendorf officiating. Inurnment was in the parish cemetery. Elmer Joseph Hoeschen was born June 28, 1923 in Freeport, Minnesota to Hubert and Mary (Barhorst) Hoeschen. He attended Sacred Heart School in Freeport though the eighth grade. Porky was a milk tester for DHIA his entire life. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

Cecilia A. Kuklok

The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Cecilia Kuklok, age 90 of Holdingford will be 11:00 AM, Friday, October 30, at the All Saints-St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Holdingford. Burial will be in the Minnesota State Cemetery in Little Falls. Cecilia died Tuesday in Albany surrounded by her family. There will be a visitation after 10:00 AM Friday at the church in Holdingford. Arrangements are being made by the MillerCarlin Funeral Homes. Cecilia was born August 10, 1925 in St. Anthony, MN to Edward and Appolonia (Herbes) Linn. She married Alexander Kuklok on June 26, 1946 in St. Anthony. The couple spent most of their married life farming near Opole. Cecelia helped on the farm as-well-as raising of her children. She was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Opole and the Christian Mothers. Cecilia is survived by her children; Patrick (Anne) Kuklok, Holdingford; Judy

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(Allen) Frieler, Sauk Rapids; Carole (Paul Swenson) Oachs, Holdingford; Daniel (Barb) Kuklok, Holdingford; 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Alcuin (Marlene) Linn, Aitken; Anthony Linn, Foley; Ann (Louis) Hanauska, St. Cloud; Mari (Mike) Lindgren, Sauk Rapids; and Ken (Jan) Linn, St. Cloud. Cecilia is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Alexander, in 2000; grandchildren; Nathan Kuklok, Michelle Oachs and James Oachs. She is also preceded by her brothers and sisters; Eileen Linn, Alice Borgerding, Jeanette Mader, Roger Linn, Dennis Linn, Eddie Linn, and James Linn.

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in Grey Eagle and the Albany Knights of Columbus Father Pierz Council #3628. Porky helped establish the Mid-Central Softball League. He loved to go fishing and enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers baseball team. Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Arnold (Regina) Hoeschen of Freeport, Rose Mary Groen of Richfield, Robert Hoeschen of Freeport, Walter (Alice) Hoeschen of Freeport, and Dorothy (Al) Brodie of Faribault; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Porky was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, John Groen; sisterin-law, Donna Hoeschen; niece, Sandy Hoeschen; and nephew, Kenny Hoeschen. Serving as urn bearer was Rick Hoeschen. Cross bearer was Brian Hoeschen and scripture bearer was Jason Hoeschen. Serving as readers were Taylor and Garret Hoeschen and gift bearers were Ron Hoeschen and Gladys Haskamp. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

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Lyle H. Schei

Lyle H. Schei, age 85 of Avon, died Monday, October 26, 2015 surrounded by his family at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 30 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albany with Pastor Steven Olson officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery in Albany with military honors by the Albany American Legion. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church in Albany. Lyle Harold Schei was born September 30, 1930 in Carbury, North Dakota to Nels and Martha (Mastvelten) Schei. Lyle graduated from the ND School of Forestry Jr. College in Bottineau, ND in 1950. He went on to attend Aakers Business College in Grand Forks, ND and graduated in 1952 before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. Lyle served during the Korean Conflict through January 1956. After receiving an honorable discharge, Lyle returned to the University of Grand Forks, and was awarded a scholarship to attend an International Summer School

Frank J. Sunder

Frank Sunder, age 71 of Sauk Centre, MN passed away on Sunday evening, October 25, 2015 at the Community Memorial Home in Osakis, MN. Frank John Sunder was born on February 3, 1944 in Melrose, MN to Henry and Theresia (Wolbeck) Sunder. He graduated from Melrose High School in 1962. On September 29, 1967 he married Gladys Fischbach. Frank worked as a milk truck driver, school bus driver and also did some farming. Frank began doing over the road truck driving. He first worked for area trucking companies but eventually was able to run his own trucking business known as Castle Rose Trucking. He accumulated over 3 million miles over the years. He was a handyman and also a selftaught mechanic who not only kept his own vehicles running smooth but enjoyed working on various projects and motors. On March 21, 1994 he was married to Heidi Paczkowski. Frank enjoyed many different activities when he wasn’t on the road. He made time to get out hunting and fishing as well as spending some time in the kitchen cooking up his famous chili and homemade bread. He listened to old time and country music and also enjoyed playing computer games and painting. When he had time to watch television he would watch wrestling and the Gameshow Network.

in Oslo, Norway. He finished college, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Dakota and a Bachelor of Science degree at Saint Cloud University in 1962. Lyle was united in marriage to Katharine M. Schei (Esterby) at First Lutheran Church in Minot, ND in 1961. The couple lived in Lake Park, MN from 1962-1969 where Lyle taught Jr. and Sr. High Science. Later the family moved to Avon, MN where Lyle taught Science at the Jr. High level for three years. Lyle left teaching and began working at Frigidaire in St. Cloud where he remained until he retired in 1996. In his retirement years, Lyle enjoyed his yard and bird watching. Lyle always made sure they all had food in their feeders when they came to visit. Lyle was a Boy Scout Leader; he enjoyed the outdoor camping trips with the scouts. He has been a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albany, MN since 1969 where he served on the church council and attended Bible studies. Lyle celebrated his Norwegian heritage as a member of the Sons of Norway Trollheim Lodge in St. Cloud, MN. Lyle is survived by his wife, Kathy of Avon; three sons, John (wife, Lori), Peter, and James; and grandchildren, Alyssa, Justin, and Bryan all of the St. Cloud and St. Joseph areas. Lyle was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Verdine Schei.

He also liked doing crossword puzzles. Survivors include his wife, Heidi Sunder of Elkhorn, WI; Cheryl (Lenny) Cahlin of Alexandria, Michael (Renee) Sunder of Osakis, Ronald (Jeanna) Sunder of St. Cloud, Craig (Lori) Sunder of Sauk Centre, Eric Sunder of Grey Eagle, Susanne (Nate) Althaus of Osakis, Keith Sunder and Kyle Sunder, both of Sauk Centre; 16 grandchildren; 2 great, grandchildren; 4 brothers, Henry ‘Hank’ (Rita) Sunder, Jr. of St. Cloud, Jerome ‘Jerry’ (Joanie) Sunder of Holdingford, John Sunder of St. Cloud, Danny (Jean) Sunder of Albany; 2 sisters, Rita (Art) Terwey of Melrose, Marie (Bennie) Beilke of Sauk Centre; a sister-inlaw, Mary Sunder of Willmar and his former wife, Gladys Henderson of Osakis; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Keith Daniel Sunder; 3 brothers, Richard and Robert Sunder and Hobart Wolbeck. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015 at 11:00 am at the Lillian Building in Osakis with Fr. Greg Paffel officiating. A reception will take place after the service in the fellowship hall downstairs. Visitation hours are from 4-8 pm on Thursday evening at the Lillian Building. Open at 2 pm Mon-Fri; Noon on Sat.

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Andrew A. Konsor

A Memorial S e r v i c e celebrating the life of Andrew A. Konsor, 84, of Holdingford, will be at 11:00 AM Friday, October 30, 2015 at the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home in Holdingford. Chaplain James Neppl will officiate, burial will follow at the South Elmdale Cemetery, and a luncheon will follow at the Community Country Church in Holdingford. Andrew died early Thursday evening, October 22, 2015 at the Hyatt House in Holdingford with family at his side. There will be a visitation for family and friends from 4:008:00 PM on Thursday, October 29, 2015 and again after 10:00 AM until the time of services Friday at the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home in Holdingford. Andrew was born on July 20, 1931 at home in Stearns County to Andrew and Elsie (Klug) Konsor. He grew up

Bill Kremers

Bill Kremers, 67 year old resident of Bowlus, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 26, 2015. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at the Camp Ripley Chapel north of Little Falls, MN with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at the Minnesota State Veteran’s Cemetery at a later date. Military Rites will be provided by the Swanville V.F.W. Post #6037 and American Legion Post #313. Bill was born on May 3, 1948, in Little Falls, MN, to Ben and Lucy (Breth) Kremers. He attended Upsala School, graduating in 1966. Bill entered the military in August of 1967 and served in Vietnam with the 199th infantry. He was honorably discharged in August of 1969. Bill married Dianne (Kliber) on June 5, 1970, and together they farmed for 25 years. Following farming, Bill was a heavy equipment operator at Camp Ripley. Upon retiring, he loved making wood and took pride in maintaining the “best lawn around”. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Out of respect for Bill’s wishes, all visitation will be private. Those that knew Bill knew that he was a simple man and did not like “fluff”. He expressed many times that he did not want a big “ta-do” for his funeral. Bill specifically requested a “family only” event. Bill as well as Dianne and family, love and appreciate all our neighbors and friends and their support

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with his brother and sister on the family farm. Andrew was a member of the US Army Reserves. In addition to working road construction, he also had a cash crop farm. On November 8, 1954, Andrew married Jonnie McWilliams in western MN and together they raised five children. As a younger man, he enjoyed riding his Harley and was a talented bowler on a local league. Andrew was a pilot and performed crop dusting to farms in the area. He liked fishing for pan fish, hunting deer and pheasants, and socializing. He was a founding member of the South Elmdale Congregational Church. Andrew is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jonnie, Holdingford; his children Brenda McWilliams, Little Falls; Jeff (Barb) Konsor, Holdingford; Ellery (Bernie) Konsor, Kimball; Lori (Dave Voss) Smith, Opole; Wes (Jeanne) Konsor, Holdingford; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; as well as other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Andrew and Elsie, his sister Lorraine Loomis, his brother David Konsor, his grandsons Zach Smith, and twins Wesley James and Zachary Brian Konsor.

and love through the years and in this time of need. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Dianne; sons, Chris (Jeanna) Kremers, Jeff Kremers; Daughter, Jenny (Travis) Palmquist; brothers, Allan (Jeanette) Kremers, Roy Kremers, and Benny (Cindy) Kremers; Bernie Haldenwanger, and Marlene (Tom) Mrosla; grandchildren, Emma Kremers, Kaylee Kremers, Jake Kremers, Zach Palmquist, Hailey Palmquist, and Holden Palmquist. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Lucy Kremers; father and mother in law, Leo and Clara Kliber; and brother-in-law, Dean Rhoten. Honorary bearers will be Emma Kremers, Kaylee Kremers Jake Kremers, Zach Palmquist, Hailey Palmquist, and Holden Palmquist. Pallbearers will be Craig Verby, Tom Mrosla, Jeff Kremers, Chris Kremers, Travis Palmquist, and Allan Kremers.

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Community Snapshots

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On Wednesday, Oct. 14 the Swanville Kindergartners celebrated the letter “M” by enjoying Muffins with Mom. Submitted by Diane Schlecher.

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Ms. Brandt works for the Minnesota Arboretum and travels the state teaching about plants and the environment. Caleb Guthrie was transformed into a powerful bee as students learned about pollination. Kindergarten, first and second grade Upsala kids followed the life of an apple from flower to fruit, stopping along the way to discover pollination and why bees are the most important workers in the orchard. They also learned how Arboretum scientists create new kinds of apples.

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Minnesota Through The Lens:

Every fall in Mr. Drill’s 5th grade class in Upsala the students study “Early People” groups and their culture. Their main project is to build a replica of a home from a certain cultural region. Projects are evaluated in four main areas: use of natural products, realistic attributes, creativity, and effort. Four homes leading the way were voted on by some of the Upsala Elementary Staff. They are (from left) Paige Gerads (Straw Hut), Emma Scepaniak (Seminole Stilt House), Emmalee Hollermann (Multifamily Plank House), and Savanah Stumpf (Long House); (back) Nick Klug, Dean of Students. Submitted by Jim Drill.

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For its fall play Upsala High School will be presenting “The 39 Steps” on Friday and Saturday, November 6th and 7th, at 7:30 p.m. in the Upsala Auditorium. It is a comedic adaptation of an old Hitchcock murder mystery movie. This version which is constantly playing for laughs ran for two years on Broadway and was nominated for a Tony for Best Play. Richard Hannay (Ben Blonigen) has a boring life, but is suddenly thrust into an international spy ring when he meets a mysterious woman (McKenzie Barth) who is murdered in his apartment. While eluding the police he meets Pamela (Noelle Kedrowski) who becomes an unwilling participant in his adventures. After meeting many interesting characters along the way, it all leads to an eventual showdown with the evil Professor Jordan (Andrew Prokott). Other cast members include Rachel Prom, Samantha Blonigen, Isaac Guthrie, Gabe Douvier, Andy Ripplinger, Stefani Pohlmann, Lori Vornbrock, Alexis Krebs, Brandon Young, Annika Gunderson, Cheryl Zimmerman, Colin Prom, Shelby Krebs, Anna Blonigen and Lynsey Baggenstoss. The show is directed by Dan Cheney.

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October 20, 2015: James Loxterkamp (age 52) who resides at 18845 Morrison Line Road reported that someone had damaged his mailbox and post. The damage occurred between Friday, October 16th and Tuesday, October 20th. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Todd County Sheriff’s Office. October 20, 2015: At 19:11 William Berscheit of rural Grey Eagle called the TCSO and reported that he located a car killed deer on HWY 287 at the intersection of 140th St. Berscheit was issued a possession tag for the deer. October 21, 2015: At approximately 05:11 hours Ryan Barthel age 24, Melrose was traveling south on 281st Ave. when he struck a deer with his 1994 GMC pickup. The vehicle sustained minor damage. Barthel was issued a possession tag for the deer. October 21, 2015: At approximately 06:58 hours Bryan Haugen age 51, rural Long Prairie, was traveling east on County Road 86 when he struck a deer with his 2000 Ford F350. The vehicle sustained front end damage. Haugen was given a possession tag for the deer. October 22, 2015: At 18:34 hours, TCSO received a call about a one vehicle accident with minor injuries that occurred on 325th Ave. in Little Elk Twp. Sect 35. Noel Roden, 32 years old from rural Long Prairie, called to report that she had been traveling northbound

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on 325th Ave when she swerved to miss a deer in the traffic lane. Upon swerving, Noel lost control of her 2004 Nissan Xterra SUV and hit a tree. Noel received minor injuries in the accident and her SUV received severe damage in the accident. October 24, 2015: Mark Becker, age 58, from Long Prairie reported that his residence had been burglarized in the last two to three days. A fiberglass tub, tools, and insulation were some of the items stolen. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Todd County Sheriff’s Office. October 24, 2015: At 21:34 hours, TCSO received information about a car deer accident that occurred in Burnhamville TWP Sect 36. Mark Toohey, 46 years old, from rural Burtrum, was driving his 2012 Honda Civic when he struck a deer in the traffic lane. Mark was not injured in the accident and his car received major damage to the front end. October 25, 2015: At 4:11 am the Sheriff’s Office responded to a car/deer crash on Hwy 71 near County 6. The driver, Shauna Allen of Long Prairie, was not injured. Allen’s vehicle sustained minor damage as a result of the crash. October 26, 2015: The Todd County Sheriffs Office received a report of a caller claiming to be the IRS. If you receive any phone calls from anyone claiming to be the IRS please know this is a phone scam and do not give them any personal information. The IRS will deal mostly by postal mail. October 27, 2015: At 19:13 hours, TCSO received a call of a car deer accident that occurred on State 27 east of Long Prairie in Long Prairie TWP Sect 24. Donna Och, age 78, of rural Long Prairie, called to report she was westbound on State 27 when she struck a deer in the traffic lane. Donna was not injured in the accident and her 2006 Hyundai Tucson SUV received moderate damage to the drivers side front.

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Not Listed •• Various & Other Bottles • Antique General Electric HOUSEHOLD ITEMS • Antique Night Stand Cabin Still Whiskey Bottle ••• Antique Tapper (Working Cond) • Patio Furniture • pressor Old Telephone Table OverlandBeer Metal Circus Wagon - 4) Extra Horses HOUSEHOLD ITEMS • Youth Bed & Chair •• Metal Cabin Still •• Duncan Antique Phyfe Night Table Stand& 4-Chairs ManWhiskey & Horse Bottle /Circus Wagon w/Horses, Lion & WhiteFurniture Make-up Stand w/Mirror Stool w/Glass Bear •• Patio • Overland Metal Circus Wagon - 4) Extra Horses •• Organ Old Telephone Table Ball Feet • Padded Bar Stools • Antique Wooden Sled • Wooden Duck Decoy • Youth Bed & Chair •• Metal Man Print, & Horse •• Duncan Table & 4-Chairs • Entertainment Center w /TV’s Smaller Phyfe Antique Cupboard Les Kouba Old/Circus PictureWagon Framesw/Horses, Lion & •• White Make-up Stand w/Mirror Chocolate Fountain •• Organ Stool w/Glass Antique Ammo Case,Ball Mis-Feet • Bear Oval Picture (Paris & Statue of Liberty) Pots & Pans, Angel Food Cake Stand StyleWooden WoodenSled Tool Box Old Wooden •• Padded Bar Stools •• Wooden DuckPulley’s, Decoy Old Clamp • sion Antique • Stir Crazy Pop Corn Popper, Air Popcorn Popper • Old Wooden Sled, Wooden • Old Tools, Ice Tongs, 4) Saws • Entertainment Center /TV’s Roaster • Les Kouba Print, Old Picture Frames • Bob Smaller Antique Cupboard • Pressure Cooker, LargewEnamel Sled • Oxen Neck Yoke •• Chocolate Fountain Electric Frypan, Hamilton Beach Mixer •• Oval Picture •• Antique Ammo(Electrified), Case, MisAladdin Lamp Wooden Egg (Paris Crate & Statue of Liberty) Corning WareAngel Pcs., Food Coffee Cups, Candle Holders Oil Lamps Antique CornPulley’s, Kernel Sizer (??? Need To •• Pots & Pans, Cake Stand •• Old Wooden Old Clamp sion Style Wooden Tool Box Children’s Games Pie Safe w/Screens Check) ••• Stir CrazyBox Pop Corn Popper, Air Popcorn Popper •• Old Ice Tongs, Saws& Cups ••• Antique Old Wooden Wooden Sewing YouthSled, Chair Old Tools, Christmas Punch4) Bowl •• Pressure LargeSkirt Enamel Roaster King Size Cooker, Bed spread, & Shams •• Paper Oxen Neck Bob Sled • Kraut Kutter Dolls Yoke (1981 & 85) • Electric Frypan, Hamilton Beach Mixer 4Empire Copper Fire Extinguisher •• Wooden Egg Crate •• Redwing Aladdin Lamp (Electrified), Gallon Crock •GUNS WareModel Pcs., Coffee CandleShotgunHolders •ITEMS Antique Corn Kernel Sizer (??? Need To Oil Lamps 1.Corning Winchester 1897 12Cups, Ga. Pump (Small Hairline) OF INTEREST • Children’s Games Ser. # 453496 •• 4Piegallon Safe w/Screens Butter • Check) Antique Copper Still (Used Prohibition Remington •2.Sewing Box 12 ga. Single Shot Shotgun – Ser # churn w/lid PeriodTodd &Punch Morrison) in Drum • Old Christmas Bowl Coil & Cups • Antique Youth Chair 100480 Redwing 2•3.King Size Bed spread, Skirt & Shams • Paper Dolls (1981 & 85) •• Kraut Rossi Leopoldo GallonKutter Crock RS (Brazil) 20 • Empire Copper Fire Extinguisher •• JRedwing 4McDermand Ga. Dbl Brrl. GUNS Rockford No.3 Gallon Crock Shotgun – Ser. # 1897 12 Ga. Pump ShotgunButter Churn 1. Winchester Model ITEMS OF INTEREST (Small Hairline) 1578 • 5-Gallon Crock Ser. # 453496 4. Stargauge 12 Ga. • Antique Copper Still (Used Prohibition • 4gallon Butter (Hairline) Double Barrel – Single Shot Shotgun – Ser # 2. Remington 12 ga. • churn 5-Gallon Brown Period- Todd & Morrison) Coil in Drum w/lid Ser # 145041 Top Jug, 1-Gallon Crock 100480 •• Redwing 5. Savage Model Redwing 2Bowl, Milk Glasses ,Salt & Pepper 3. Rossi 775 ALeopoldo SemiGallon Crock • 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle – New Tires, Runs • Cowboy & Pirate Bosson Heads & Others Auto 12 Ga. RS (Brazil) 20 Good, Collector Plates Glassware •• JFenton McDermand Shotgun – Ser # • John Deere 425 Garden Tractor – 54” Deck, Hydro, All Pcs. Ga. Dbl Brrl. Rockford No.3 210837 Wheel Steer, Bagger-857 Hrs. • Old Record Albums Shotgun – Ser. # 6. Winchester Butter ChurnGermany • 10pt. Whitetail Shoulder Mount • 6) Bavarian Model 50 12 1578 – Lunch Plates • 5-Gallon Crock Ga. Semi-Auto SPORTING, TOOLS, MISC. • German Stein 4. Stargauge 12 Ga. Shotgun – Ser # 637788 • 1986 Polaris Indy 400 Snowmobile (Bored To 440cc) • (Hairline) Various Glass Plates DoubleModel Barrel24J-DL – 7. Savage 20 Ga./22 L.R. Over Under • &5-Gallon • 1986 Polaris Trail Indy Snowmobile-(Motor Stuck) ServingBrown Platters 3” Chamber Ser # 145041 – Ser # 8722 • Binoculars, Sleeping Bags • Lg. TopEnterprise Jug, 1-Gallon Crock 8. 10 Ga. Double Barrel –Side by Side – Outside • K2 Skis, Ski Boots (Size 6.5) Sausage Stuffer 5. Savage Model •• 1930’s Redwing Bowl, Milk Glasses ,Salt & Pepper Hammers – Ser# 15614 • Ice Skates General 775 A Semi9. Western Field Model 25xNH-8 22 Cal. Pump •• 1974 Super Beetle – New Tires, Runs • Cowboy & Pirate BossonCompressor Heads & Others GameVolkswagen Table w/2-Chairs Electric Ice Box w/Top 10. Auto Ruger12Model Ga. 1022 Semi-Auto 22 Cal. – Serial # • Good, Large Otter Sled Plates w/Flip Over Amish Fish House Champagne Glasses, Shot Glasses Collector • Wine Fenton& Glassware 121-29544 Canvas • Pcs. Various Collectible Glassware Shotgun – Ser # •• John Deere 425 Garden Tractor – 54” Deck, Hydro, All 11. J.C. Higgins Model 31 – 22 Semi-Auto Rifle – Ice Auger, Fish House Heater Pcs. 210837 Serial # 2552429 Steer,SetBagger-857 Hrs. •• Old RecordTea Albums • Wheel Camp Cook Children’s Set 12. Remington Model 12 A-22 Cal. Pump Action 6. Winchester MensWhitetail Columbia Shoulder Bowling Ball Princess House Orange Juice • 10pt. Mount • 6) Bavarian Germany Rifle – 50 Ser12 # 583137 • Yakima 2 Bike-Bike Carrier – w/Mounts Set Model –Various Lunch PlatesPlates 13. Shotgun Mossberg Ser Model 151K 22-L.R. Semi-Auto Rifle # 637788 FimcoPolaris Sprayer, Cupie 2) Porcelain • Chalk GlassDoll, • 1986 IndySeeder/Fertilizer 400 SnowmobileSpreader (Bored To 440cc) Ga. Semi-Auto – Ser #Model D-113950 SPORTING, MISC. • German 7. Savage 24J-DL 20 Ga./22 L.R. Over Under 10” TOOLS, Table Dolls & ServingStein Platters • Ryobi 1986 Polaris TrailSaw Indy Snowmobile-(Motor Stuck) 14. Shotgun J Stevens Arms Model – Ser 637788 Blue JarsGlass Pie Plates Pro-Tech Band Saw 3” Chamber – #Ser # 872280 – 22 Cal. Rifle Pump •• 1986 Polaris Indy 400Bags Snowmobile (Bored To 440cc) •• Lg. Various Enterprise Binoculars, Sleeping 8. 10 Ga. Double Barrel –Side by Side – Outside 7. Savage Model 24J-DL 20 Ga./22 L.R. Over Under Sausage K2 Skis, Ski Boots (Size Snowmobile-(Motor 6.5) • 1986 Polaris Trail Indy Stuck) & ServingStuffer Platters Hammers 3” Chamber– Ser# – Ser15614 # 8722 General Skates Sleeping Bags •• Ice Binoculars, •• 1930’s Lg. Enterprise 9. Western Field Model 25xNH-8 22 Cal. Pump Electric Ice Box w/Top Compressor • Game Table w/2-Chairs 8. 10Ruger Ga. Double Barrel –Side by Side – Outside • K2 Skis, Ski Boots (Size 6.5) Sausage Stuffer 10. Model 1022 Semi-Auto 22 Cal. – Serial # • Wine & Champagne Glasses, Shot Glasses • Large Otter Sled w/Flip Over Amish Fish House Hammers • Ice Skates •• 1930’s 121-29544– Ser# 15614 VariousGeneral Collectible Glassware Canvas 9. FieldModel Model3125xNH-8 22 Cal. Pump 11.Western J.C. Higgins – 22 Semi-Auto Rifle – •• Game TableFish w/2-Chairs Electric Ice Box w/Top Compressor Pcs. Ice Auger, House Heater 10. Ruger 1022 Semi-Auto 22 Cal. – Serial # Serial #Model 2552429 Children’s Tea Set Glasses, Shot Glasses Camp Otter Cook Set • Large Sled w/Flip Over Amish Fish House • Wine & Champagne 12. 121-29544 Remington Model 12 A-22 Cal. Pump Action House Orange Juice • Canvas Mens Columbia Bowling Ball •• Princess Various Collectible Glassware RifleHiggins – Ser # Model 58313731 – 22 Semi-Auto Rifle – Set • Ice Yakima 2 Bike-Bike Carrier – w/Mounts 11. J.C. • Auger, Fish House Heater Pcs. 13. Mossberg Model 151K 22-L.R. Semi-Auto Rifle Cupie Doll, 2) Porcelain Fimco Sprayer, Seeder/Fertilizer Spreader Serial 2552429 ••• Camp CookTable Set Saw •• Chalk Children’s Tea Set – Ser ## D-113950 Dolls Ryobi 10” 12. Model 12 A-22 Action 14. Remington J Stevens Arms Model 80 –Cal. 22 Pump Cal. Rifle Pump •• Mens Columbia Bowling Ball •• Princess Orange Juice Blue Jars,House Pie Plates, Pro-Tech Band Saw Rifle Ser #Need 583137 Act. –(May Ejector Repair) • Yakima 2 Bike-Bike Set Gras Beads – 1976 • Mardi Metal Car Ramps Carrier – w/Mounts 15. Mossberg Hopkins &Model Allen Single Shot -22 Cal. RifleRifle 13. 151K 22-L.R. Semi-Auto Cookie & Old Heater • Milk FimcoHouse Sprayer, Seeder/Fertilizer Spreader • Antique Chalk Cupie Doll,Cutters 2) Porcelain Utensils Flying 10” Ducks – Ser # D-113950 •• Ryobi Table Saw Dolls 14. J Stevens Arms 80 – 22 Cal. Announce Roger & Linda Gates Auction. Roger & Linda Have Lived In Model Rural Burtrum For Rifle ManyPump Years. Pro-Tech BandThe Saw •AUCTIONEERS Blue Jars, PieNOTE: Plates,Folks, It Is With Great Pleasure•To Operated Hub Supper Club For A Number Of Years Well. There Is A Wide Variety Of Clean Merchandise. The Great Late Hugo & Lucille Act. Being (May Linda Need IsEjector Repair) • Metal CarAsRamps •Owned Mardi & Gras Beads –The 1976 She Has The Eye For Antiques, You Will Not Want To Miss This Auction. A lot of Merchandise15. Was Already Packed & Boxed Surprises, Hopkins & Allen Single ShotSo -22Expect Cal. Rifle • Milk House Heater •Kuehne’s Antique Daughter Cookie Cutters & Old This is a Partial List. Beth, Myself & The Staff Are Honored To Conduct The Gates’s Auction. We Are Indoors For Most Of The Auction. NO BUYER’S PREMIUM!!!! Utensils Mark Your Calendar’s . Thankyou, Romie & Beth • Flying Ducks

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AUCTIONEER - LIC. #77-37

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placed signs and impound them at one of the County’s local maintenance garages. County staff will hold the signs at the garage for a period of ten days. During that time the owners may come to claim the signs. If not claimed after ten days county staff may discard the signs. Violation of this law is a misdemeanor. Civil penalties also may apply if the placement of such material contributes to a motor vehicle crash and injures a person or damages a motor vehicle that runs off the road.

AUCTIONEER/BROKER LIC. #77-38 AND ASSOCIATES

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Office: 320-285-3751 Cell: 320-232-0231 327 STATE STREET WEST P.O. BOX 86 GREY EAGLE, MN 56336

Terms: Cash Or Bankable Check, Visa/Mastercard Accepted (5%-Convinience Fee on Cards). Everything SOLD AS-IS!! Nothing To Be Removed Until Settled For!! No Warrranties Given or Implied! Anything Stated By Auctioneers, Staff, Or Sellers, Will Take Precidence Over Printed Material. Not Responsible For Accidents!!! NO BUYERS PREMIUM !!!

ROGER & LINDA GATES, SELLERS More Pictures & Upcoming Auctions on Website! www.midwestauctions.com/gessell

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55th Anniversary Upsala Elementary CentraCare Health Nurses Receive March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Awards Book Fair Nov. 15-23 The 55th annual Upsala Elementary Book Fair kicks off Sunday, Nov. 15 from 1-3 p.m. with a Grand Opening. Enter through the east elementary door in the circle parking area. The fair will again be held in the Cora Eckstrom Media Center of Upsala Elementary School. Upsala 6th graders have set $5000.00 as their goal with funds raised supporting the class field trip and the Upsala Elementary Library. The Upsala Elementary Book Fair will be open every night Monday, November 16 - Friday, November 20 from 3-7:30 p.m. We will be open on Saturday, November 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Last day for in school sales is Monday, November 23 from 3-7:30 p.m. Again this year, an online

book-fair gives access to thousands of products! Access the fair homepage at http://www.upsala.k12.mn.us/ This Book Fair will include many adult titles and beautiful gift packages just right for Christmas and birthday giving. Look for the cookbooks, they are some of our top sellers every year. Tell your friends, family and neighbors to support the Upsala book fair, and this year they can do so online. Remember there is no sales tax or shipping cost to pay when you purchase items at school! Support Upsala’s children with a great gift - Reading! For more information and to volunteer to help with this huge event, call Wanda Erickson at school 320573-2175 ext. 141 or at the Upsala Public Library.

Behavioral Health Clinic to offer Support Group for Eating Disorders

In the United States, nearly 30 million women and men of all ages, race and backgrounds suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia, at some point in their lives. An eating disorder affects the entire family. To help, the St. Cloud Hospital Behavioral Health Clinic is offering a Family and Friends Support Group for Eating Disorders from 5:15-6:15 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at CentraCare Health Plaza in the Stinson Leonard Street room. Upcoming meetings are Nov. 5 and Dec. 3. Groups are led by a licensed psychologist or registered dietitian and provide support to friends and family through education and sharing with others who also have a loved one with an eating disorder. Each month a different topic will be explored. Attendees will take away tips for making meal-

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times less stressful, how to respond to food and body image struggles and what to say or not to say. This group is intended for family members and friends of a person with an eating disorder and is NOT appropriate for people who currently struggle with an eating disorder. There is no cost to attend. For details, please 320-229-4918 and ask for Bette Bakke, Lauren Forest or Barbara Carver.

A Nail Funny

Two airheads are nailing siding onto a house. Airhead 1: “Y’know, when I pull nails out of the bag, half of them are pointing the wrong direction.” Airhead 2: “Of course, dummy! Those are the nails for the other side of the house.”

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Linda Chmielewski, vice president/ CNO, St. Cloud Hospital Operations, and Sharon Schwantz, RN, CentraCare Health - Long Prairie, were recognized by the Minnesota March of Dimes with 2015 Nurse of the Year Awards on Oct. 17. Chmielewski received the Leadership Award for her exemplary leadership that has demonstrated exceptional excellence in patient care and outcomes. She is a highly accomplished nursing leader who works closely with clinical care staff, organizational leaders, providers and staff. Schwantz received the Rural Nurse

Dining Menus

Albany Senior Dining MON., NOV. 2: Chicken, cream sauce, parsley potatoes, stewed tomatoes, dinner roll, applesauce. TUE., NOV. 3: Deviled pork chop, roasted potatoes, creamed corn, frosted cake. WED., NOV. 4: Chicken a la king, biscuit, peas/carrots, oranges, pie. THURS., NOV. 5: Roast beef, horseradish, whipped potatoes, gravy, Scandinavian vegetables, dinner roll, fruit. FRI., NOV. 6: Hamburger, bun, baked beans, coleslaw, peaches, Mississippi mud bar. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., NOV. 2: Chef’s salad w/ lettuce/meat/cheese/vegetables, bread stick, applesauce. TUE., NOV. 3: Roast turkey sandwich w/lettuce/tomato, vegetable soup, frosted cake. WED., NOV. 4: Baked potato w/ ham/cheese, lettuce salad, bread stick, oranges, pie. THURS., NOV. 5: Caesar chicken wrap, Navy bean soup, fruit. FRI., NOV. 6: Broccoli cheese quiche, roasted potatoes, peaches, bread stick, Mississippi mud bar. Albany: 320-845-4070 Swanville Senior Dining TUES. NOON NOV. 3: Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetable, bread. THURS. 5 PM NOV. 5: Sticky burger, tater tots. * Dessert, milk and coffee served with each meal.

Call Kim 320-630-4046 a day before your meal! Swanville Senior Center

Upsala - All Ages MON., NOV. 2: Chicken breast, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, fruit. TUE., NOV. 3: Baked fish, au gratin potatoes, dilled carrots, lemon bar. WED., NOV. 4: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed broccoli, pudding. THURS., NOV. 5: Pork chop, parsley potatoes, green beans, rhubarb sauce. FRI., NOV. 6: Goulash, corn bread, applesauce, brownie.

Award which recognizes nurses who practice in community and rural settings including clinics and critical access hospitals. Schwantz was recognized for the work she has done in obstetrical nursing in Long Prairie. Throughout Minnesota, 460 nurses were nominated in 16 categories that encompassed a wide range of nursing practice. Read more about March of Dimes by visiting marchofdimes.org/minnesota/.

Morrison County Sheriff’s Office October 22, 2015: On Sunday, October 18, 2015 members of the Morrison and Stearns County Water Rescue Teams recovered the body of 34 year old William Lee Blake of Little Falls from the Mississippi River. Blake’s body was located near the Burlington Northern Railroad Bridge on the north side of Little Falls. Blake was reported missing on October 16th, 2015. Blake was last seen when he had been dropped off near the Burlington Northern Railroad Bridge on the evening of October 14th, 2015. On the morning of Wednesday October 21st, 2015, the body of 36 year old Michael Robert Arndt was recovered from the Mississippi River by the Crow Wing and Morrison County Dive Teams. Arndt’s body was also located near the Burlington Northern Railroad Bridge on the north side of Little Falls. William Lee Blake and Michael Robert Arndt were transferred to the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office. At this time it appears there is no sign of homicidal violence. Initial autopsy results indicate that both victims succumbed to fresh water drowning. There is no threat to the community at this time. The public is safe. The investigation is ongoing and will be pending final autopsy results. At this time the deaths of both William Robert Blake and Michael Robert Arndt are being investigated by the Little Falls Police Department, Morrison County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, and Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force. Anyone with information is asked to call the Little Falls Police Department at 320-616-5570.

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What is a Fair & Profitable Farm Rental Agreement? Landlords, Farmers, Agri-Business Professionals should make plans to attend one of the informative meetings being held across Central and Southern Minnesota. These free meetings are being provided by the University of Minnesota Extension. The meeting will be held locally in two locations on Thursday, November 19th: 9:30 a.m. at the Long Prairie City Hall, 615 Lake St. S, and at 1:30 p.m. at the Morrison County Government Center in Little Falls, 213 1st Ave S. Farm land rental rates have never been higher and determining a fair farm rent agreement is a challenge in today’s economy with current significantly lower corn and soybeans prices in 2014, 2015 and 2016 compared to recent record corn and soybean prices and record farm land values. Negotiating a fair rental agreement that satisfies the land owner and the farmer is a challenge. David Bau Pauline Van Nurden, and Gary Hachfeld, Extension Educators in Ag Business Management, will provide several ways; by examples, fact-sheets and worksheets to determine a fair farm land rental rate for both parties. Topics covered at the meetings will include local historic and projected farmland rental rate trends, current farm land values and sales, a worksheet that will help determine a fair and profitable rental agreement. Input costs for 2016 will be presented along with current 2016 corn and soybean prices. Worksheets will examine 2016 costs and what is affordable rent that a farmer will be able to pay in 2016, the rate of return to the landlord at current market values and

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examine flexible rental agreements. Make plans to attend one of these meetings now. Attendees will receive several informative worksheets and factsheets that will help to determine what is a fair 2016 farm land rental rate is.

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UPSALA SALE: Nov. 6-7, 107 Main Street, 8 am. Primitives, holiday items. WANTED TO BUY: Butcher cows, bulls, fats & walkable cripples: also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664. SC-odB WANTED: Good used kitchen cabinets & bathroom vanity. Call p.m. 320-4934411. FOR SALE: Black walker with seat, good condition. Call 320-356-7574. FOR SALE: Last yrs. Amish hardwood, 8 bundles half cut & other firewood, all for $175. Call 320-285-4281. 11/5 FOR SALE: 2004 Honda Odyssey van, leather interior, DVD player, 246,000 miles, $1,950. Call 320-232-0958. FOR SALE: Two old wooden ironing boards, Albany. Call 320-333-6583. FOR SALE: Enterprise #22 meat grinder with power unit plates and accessories. Call 320-492-7880.

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FOR SALE: Carrots and horseradish. Call 320-632-3336.

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FOR SALE: Split wood, Maple, Oak, Ash, Bass mixed & dried. Call 320-7462320. 11/5

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FOR SALE: 1991 Marquis G.S., 149,000 miles, extra clean, very minor rust, new rubber, $1,000 or B/O. Call 320-573-2801. FOR SALE: 1998 Mercury Sable, $950. Call 320-630-4409. FOR SALE: 2003 Dixon ZTR lawn mower, good condition, $995. Call 320573-2355, Upsala. 11/5 FOR SALE: 1986 SRV 540 Yamaha Sno-Mo, 706 miles, very good condition, $1,500. Call 320-573-2355. 11/5 FOR SALE: 1981 Yamaha ET 340 Sno-Mo, good condition, $600. Call 320-573-2355. 11/5 FOR SALE: 14.5 hp Briggs engine O.H.V., new rebuilt, $150. Call 320573-2355. 11/5 FOR SALE: 1998 Polaris XLT snowmobile 600, triple liquid cooled, mint condition, mileage 3200. Call 320-7334166. FOR SALE: 1988 pickup camper, 11’ long, 2100 lbs., 4 jacks, electric fridge, bathroom, $750 or B/O. Call 320-5845326. FOR SALE: 5 drawer dresser, $50. Call 320-845-2466. FOR SALE: 1998 28 ft. Sandpiper camper with kitchen slide out at Gateway Resort, Sauk Centre, MN. Call 320-356-7109.

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Skilled General Laborers and Body Shop Laborers

Must be Motivated, Reliable and willing to do a variety of tasks including but not limited to repairing various fiberglass products. Experience is preferred, but willing to train the right candidate. Full Time Employment Hours: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. If interested please email resume with cover letter to jim@carstensindustries.com or stop in and fill out an application.

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FOR SALE: 1998 Mercury $950, 1996 Dodge $795, 1998 Ford $895. Call 320630-4409.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

In Albany: 1 & 2 Bedroom Cats Ok

Call Loreen for Details!

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FOR SALE: One twin bed box spring, never used, brand new. Call 320-3567574.

FOR SALE: Hallmarks on going series ornaments “Mary’s Angels” and “Puppy Love” also complete “Crayola Crayon” series. Call 320-845-2574, Albany.

FOR SALE: Several kinds of ammunition including 12 gauge slugs, 22 long rifle shells, also 3 hunting knives. Call 320-251-6195.

FOR RENT: Trailer house with garage outside Swanville on County 12, deposit required. Call 360-4056 or text for more info. 10/29P

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