This was Brainerd

20 years ago (1983)

"That's our best offensive effort of the season and our defense made the big plays," was Brainerd High School Warrior coach Ron Stolski's summation of last night's 20-6 triumph in the rain over St. Cloud Apollo.

30 years ago (1973)

North Long Lake bass are still providing plenty of action for interested anglers. Marv Koep, Roger Miller and Al Barnum, all of Nisswa, hooked a string in eight to 12 feet of water.

40 years ago (1963)

Final plans for remodeling the Brainerd Library were ordered drawn by city council. The total cost of the project is estimated at $29,106. The federal government will pay half.

60 years ago (1943)

Sponsors of Football Forecast Contest:

New System Bakery, Hostager's, Greyhound Cafe, Nelson-Lee Clinic, Johnson Pharmacy, Davis Auto Salvage, Starrell's Cafe, Johnson's Studio, Dutch Room Bar, Farm Service, Co.

80 years ago (1923)

The two cent raise in wages effective Oct. 16, covered all employees of the seven crafts of the Associated Organization of Shop Crafts.

100 years ago (1903)

Advertisement: Now is the time to buy your beef by the quarter.....$ .04 a pound. E.C. Bane-Meats & Groceries.

--Compiled by Bob Turcotte