Laughter, Falling Water and Time
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A Pleasant Hotel Social Hop – The Toilets. The Berkley Club gave a very pretty dancing party at the Berkley Hotel last night in which some 40 c couples participated. The program consisted of two numbers and four extras. Dancing began at 9 o’clock and was continued until 1 o’clock. There were a number of … Read more
For over half a century, Harry’s Cafe stood as one of downtown Minneapolis’ most beloved culinary institutions. Founded in 1926 by Harry Doust, an English-born restaurateur with a flair for fine dining, the cafe quickly earned a reputation for its hearty chophouse menu, distinctive atmosphere, and memorable cocktails. Located at 74 S. Eleventh Street, at … Read more
Lowry Hill, one of Minneapolis’s most distinguished neighborhoods, lies just southwest of downtown and is known for its elegant historic homes and proximity to cultural landmarks. Named after Thomas Lowry, a prominent 19th-century real estate developer and streetcar magnate, the area reflects his lasting influence on the city’s growth. In the late 1800s, Lowry helped … Read more
One of the largest dealers in Minnesota was Central Motors, 225 University Avenue in St. Paul, MN. It was advertised as covering an entire block, and it did—plus another block for used cars. They were in business from 1947 until the mid-fifties. Old folks remember waiting in long lines to see the 1953 models, which … Read more
Loring Park, originally named Central Park, was purchased in 1883 as the first acquisition by the newly formed Minneapolis park board. Briefly renamed Spring Grove Park in 1885, it reverted to Central Park before being renamed in 1890 after Charles M. Loring, the first president of the park board. Loring, known as the “Father of … Read more
In 1954, Bud Johnson Pontiac, situated at 1515 University Avenue, adjacent to the Hi Jack Bar, transitioned into Arrow Pontiac. On December 13, 1955, at 2:44 p.m., the dealership experienced a devastating fire. The blaze, initiated by an explosion, shattered the showroom windows and inflicted substantial damage on both the building and the vehicles … Read more
Harold J. Slawik, a lifelong St. Paul resident, built a lasting legacy in the automotive industry. His business, Slawik Motors—later renamed Atomik Motors—operated at 1865 University Avenue before expanding. In the 1950s, he and his wife, Marie, grew the business into Midway Ford, one of the Midwest’s top dealerships. Marie played a key role, becoming … Read more
Modern Trends in Fixtures for Food Serviceat Paulle’s Factory Showrooms407 Hamline Avenue North, St. Paul, MinnesotaPhone: Nestor 2818 The only display of its kind in the Midwest! Exciting new ideas await you at Paulle’s showrooms. Expert food service engineers will assist you in planning an interior that offers atmosphere and a kitchen that meets … Read more
To Anoka Same as Run No. 14, as far as Osseo. The road goes straight through that place and cannot be lost. Outside of town it runs straight north for about two miles, thereafter to the northwest for another couple of miles, and lastly straight north again until Champlain is reached. Several cross roads are … Read more