This was Brainerd
JANUARY 22
20 years ago (1988)
The Brainerd Warriors wrestling team virtually assured itself of a tie for the Central Lakes Conference Title by mauling St. Cloud Tech 59-6 Thursday. Brainerd has a 3-0 record.
30 years ago (1978)
The W.W. Thompson Concrete Products Company has been operating in Brainerd since 1909 making it one of the oldest in Brainerd. Two brothers B.B. Thompson and D.C. Thompson started the business.
40 years ago (1968)
Veterans of World War I Barracks No. 1289 of Brainerd and Auxiliary held regular meetings at the VFW Hall on Wednesday afternoon.
60 years ago (1948)
Dont miss the Golden Gloves tournament at the Brainerd Armory Jan. 29, 20 and 31.
Admission, 75.
80 years ago (1928)
Park Hotel, across from Park Theater, formerly Ideal Hotel. Rooms, 75 and up. Rooms with bath, $1.50.
100 years ago (1908)
F. B. Congdon has received a handsome new dairy wagon for his milk route and is now fully equipped for handling his trade.