A meeting of the Klan is scheduled for Sept., 20th – and other interesting news.
THE WAY WE WERE – August 2026
A circus in Walton, a family reunion and an injury
THE WAY WE WERE–JULY 2026
Cyclone Hits Andes
Andes was struck by a cyclone about 3 o’clock Thursday afternoon [in the July 23rd edition] and while it lasted only a few minutes a large amount of damage was done. Its equal was never seen here. In the village about a dozen of the large maples were blown down and many limbs torn off.
THE WAY WE WERE – June 2026
A new 5 cent postage was issued; coldest June in 50 years – and other tidbits of the day.
100 YEARS AG0 –MAY 2026
The creamery office was entered by breaking a hole in the window and then reaching in and releasing the catch. Here they blew the safe and wrecked the door, securing about $3 for their trouble.
GROWING TOGETHER: Planting Time –MAY 2026
So, here is the list of items to consider doing in May (everyone’s garden is unique, so these are provided as a starting point):
Be prepared: Dressing for safety is something I think of prior to going out. Wearing work shoes or boots, gloves, long sleeves/pants and a wide brim hat (or sunscreen) protects us from cuts and sunburn. Using bug spray may not appeal to everyone, but protection from ticks and insect bites is advisable.