Crosby Diamond Jubilee 904 979 NORTH DAKOTA 1 STATE LIBRARY ' ^ISMARCK, ND 58505, "Pioneers in '04, Now Thriving More'.'
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1 "1E "*»l*|w**Ms3 Crosby Diamond Jubilee 904 979 NORTH DAKOTA 1 STATE LIBRARY ' ^ISMARCK, ND 58505, "Pioneers in '04, now thriving more'.' Crosby, North Dakota July 17-18, 1979 NUKIH DAKOTA NORTH DAKOTA STATE LIBRARY I BOOK OR AUTHOR I | 3 3105 00040 3756 Crosby Diamond JuUl l 1904-1979 "Pioneers in '04, now thriving more. ,i 75 Years of Progress Crosby, North Dakota July 17-18, 1979 Norman Anderson and Fern Wallin, General Chairmen The organizational meeting of the Crosby Jubilee Days was held on the 21st day of March, 1978. Those present were George Larsen, John Andrist, Ida Romsos, Evelyn Woolfrey, Olga Tysse, Paul Rogen, Ronald Stammen, Ivan Erickson, Bob Sebolt, Herb Engberg, Melvin Rodvold, Kenneth Hingst, Doug Graupe, Stephen Joraanstad, and Ervin Alberts. George Larsen, Crosby's mayor at the time, arranged for this meeting. George served as temporary chairman to appoint Pastor Norman Anderson and Fern (Grindeland) Wallin as co- chairmen, with Ida (Kloster) Romsos as secretary and Marion (Olson) Windfaldet, treasurer. Later Gunnar Petersen was appointed to the committee to represent the Crosby Business Builders. From here on there was work in earnest with many committees and many people working together to make this Jubilee occasion a commemorative and pleasant one. Dedication It is our hope and desire that this book will bring happy and pleasant memories to those who read it. It is with deep appreciation and gratitude that we remember Crosby's pioneer citizens. Memories of these people leave profound enrichment to the lives of those they have touched. We dedicate this book to Crosby's future and to future generations tempered by unrest but, struggling to preserve our heritage. A heritage for betterment of all mankind. _ } _ North Dakota State Library Bismarck, N. D. 58505 j Crosby Looking South Early 1950's Crosby Looking South 1979 cFer n Wallin and Norman Anderson, co- Steering Committee of Jubilee chairmen; Ida Romsos, Secretary; Marion Windfaldet, Treasurer; Gunner Petersen. fciS < sm Jubilee Committee Meeting 1979 -3 Crosby Diamond Jubilee Committees and Members Invitation Committee: Charlene Power, Ardell Ingwalson, Elaine Andrist, Connie Anderson, Vi Larsen, Fern Wallin, Ida Romsos, Helen Hanisch, Maren Fagerland, Claudyne Otheim, Ella Brumfield, Lois Melton, and Marie Jacobson. Publicity: Nancy Boermann, Ronald Stammen, and Rev. Norman Anderson. Souvenir: Stephen Joraanstad and Herb Engberg. Main Street Banner Committee: Gordon Peterson Jr., Gordon Hagge, Paul Mahrer, Hellen's Cleaners, Del Ekness, Fern & Myron Wallin, Carolyn Graupe, and Roman Fettig. Residential Committee: Olga Tysse, Shirley Peterman, Pearl Buck, and the F. F. A. Boys. Decoration Committee: Doris Fosland, Myrha Osvold, Clairce Torgerson, Ida Romsos, members of Jayceettes, the Garden Club, the Progressive and the Town and Country Study Clubs. Hospitality Committee: Joyce Ekness, Evelyn Woolfrey, Kay Unhjem, Corrine Anderson, Cheryl Ouren, Jo Jacobson, Rubbena Berosik, Olivene Koppang, and Evelyn Hanson. Lodging Committee: Cal & Pauline Rosenquist, John & Marion Benter, Clarence & Lorna Gnoinsky and Marion Windfaldet. Main Street Committee: Ann Brandt, Mary Svangstu, Marlene Hagen, Peg Nygaard, Roman Fettig, Myron Wallin, and Lynn Buck. Float Committee: Etta Olson, Tony Olson, Marilyn & Bernie Nelson, Gunnar Petersen, and Stephen Joraanstad. Special Events Committee: Carolyn & Doug Graupe, George Larsen, Ken & Darlene Hingst, Arnold & Marie Jacobson, Jo Stefonowicz, LaVon Roberts, Harold Woolfrey, Myron Wallin, Blaine Strong, Connie Anderson, Dennis Freed, and Marion Windfaldet. Food Committee: Helen & Gray Hanisch, Darwin & Leora Anderson, Paul & Angie Mahrer, and the Crosby Business Builders. City Tour Committee: Ken Sorum, Herman 0. Johnson, Arnie Jacobson, Freeman Ulman, Ivan Pederson, and Connie Mortenson. Style Show: Marie Jacobson, Elaine Andrist, Darlene, Lou Oien, and Jo Jacobson. Reception Committee (for Pioneer Dinner): Shirley Peterman, Helen Dahlke, Evelyn Hanson, Eris Moe, Paula Lindsey, David Peterman, Leona Clemens, V. F. W. Auxiliary, Peace Luthern Church, the Girl Scouts, and Mrs. Ron Stammen. Commemorative Booklet: Evelyn Easton, Ruth Ralph, George & Vi Larsen, Leonard & Rodella Larson, Rudolph & Agnes Sortland, Charlene Power, Freeman Ulman, Fern Wallin, Ida Romsos, and Marion Wallin. Wagon Train Committee: Rev. Norman Anderson, Divide County Horsemen Association and Culbertson Wagon Train. -4 - Crosby's Jubilee Flag by Ann Brandt The Diamond Jubilee Flag was a field of red with a replica The flag was designed by Ann Brandt and made by Marilyn of the jubilee coin in the center which has symbols Knudson. representing the cattle and grain industry, curling capitol, a The flag was raised at the courthouse by the American map showing our location in the state and honoring our Legion Color Guard during the opening ceremonies of the 75th anniversary. jubilee celebration. ••:••-••,;.: . ^^%SS$S8J!8sJS8 , ••,»» >• Crosby Jubilee Coin by Fern Wallin The official seal of the city of Crosby encircles the coin with curling capitol, a map showing our location in the state and the Divide County Court House on the front side. honoring our 75th anniversary. Symbols representing the cattle and grain industry, Ideas and designs by Herb Engberg, Steve Joraanstad and Liz Nordstog. ^5f% .<^OFCH^ SOUVENIR <©v DOLLAR <%>- -# *• JVORTttv ^VTY, NO*" -5 Crosby's Jubilee Song by Marlene Hagen The song was sung for the opening ceremony on Monday, July 16 and Tuesday, July 17, on Main Street by John Andrist, Ted Lindseth, Ken Unhjem, and Ron Jacobson, piano accompaniment by Elaine Andrist. Crosby's Jubilee has come, Welcome everyone to join the fun; The celebration's only just begun— Crosby's Jubilee is here. We've planned things for you to do, But the best thing here is me and you. Shake your neighbor's hand, say how do you do? We are glad that you're all here. Seventy-five years have come and gone, and still our town keeps moving on. We're growing, showing everyone that Crosby's only just begun. We never say quit, we never say done, Crosby's Jubilee is here! Crosby's Jubilee has begun, All the folks are here at home again, Give a shout of cheer and say Amen, Crosby's Jubilee Days are here. Marlene is a Crosby native since birth. She is the daughter of Mrs. Morris Benson and the late William D. Feeney. Marlene has always had a great interest in music, both in performing and appreciation. Marlene says the "Jubilee Song" was inspired by her love for Crosby and the enthusi asm that was generated in the whole community in prepar ation for Crosby's 75th Birthday Celebration. "Pioneers in '04, Now thriving more." A Jubilee Slogan contest was conducted in the summer of 1978. Tim Olson, 15 year old son of Merle and Etta Olson, submit ted the slogan chosen by vote of the Jubilee committees. He received a $25.00 U. S. Savings Bond. Tim is of the 4th generation of a Crosby pioneer family. His dad has Olson's Bear Alignment and his mom operates Long Creek Mercantile at Crosby. His Grandpa was the late Oscar Olson. His Grandma, Thora lives at Fargo, North Dakota. In 1902, his great-grandfather, Reinhart Olson, homesteaded about 3 miles southeast of Crosby and built a 14x16 homestead shack. In 1905, he built a 2-story, 4-bedroom house with attic, using the original shack as kitchen. The cost of the house was $400.00 plus $50.00 to a neighbor who helped him build the house. Of historical interest — The kitchen at the Olson farm is probably one of the few homesteads in the area that has continued to be lived in through the years. -6 ^avn Street - Crosby Al Diamond Jubilee' ™.o July 16-17-18 All activities are on Main Street except those otherwise specified. Monday, July 16 1:00 to 5:OOp.m. Registration at Divide County Library (souvenir name tags compli ments of Crosby Moose Lodge and Crosby American Legion) 2:00 p.m Official Opening of Jubilee by Mayor Herb Engberg at the Divide County Courthouse: Junior High Band, Jubilee Song, Color Guard 2:30 p.m "Northern Lights" at Dakota Theatre. 2:30 p.m Surprises by Cameo Players 3:30 p.m Culbertson Wagon Train arrives from Airport going to Good Sam aritan Center and then down Main Street. 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Swimming activities (games and contests) at Crosby Pool. 5:30 p.m Circling the Wagons at Fair Grounds with catered chicken supper ($3.00) per person (anyone welcome) 7:30 p.m "Northern Lights" at Dakota Theatre Hot Air Balloon Display 197? Wednesday, July 18 8:30 to 5:00 p.m. Tours of Court House with coffee served at Court House Tuesday, July 17 10:00 to 12 noon . Registration at Divide County Lib . iry f 10:00 a.m Slides of old Crosby shown at Crosby Elementary School 7 a.m Kiwanis Breakfast at Masonic Temple (former mem 10:00 a.m Demonstrations at Crosby Elementary School: wheat dollies, palette bers and visiting Kiwanians welcome) painting and rosemaling 8:30 to 5 p.m. Tours of Court House - coffee served at Court House 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 Tours of Crosby, beginning at Crosby Elementary School (horse 9 to 12 noon .. Registration at Divide County Library drawn and tractor driven) 10:00a.m~. Slides of old Crosby at Crosby Elementary School 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Free Children's activities (ages 5-12) at Crosby Elementary play 10:00a.m. .*... Displays of Rosemaling and wood-working at Crosby Elementary ground: FFA and Girl Scout cadets assisting: prizes furnished by School local businesses 10:00 a.m Demonstrations of Rosemaling and wood-working. 11:30 a.m Vince Cowley and Andy Kostek 10:00 to 12 noon Tours of Crosby, beginning at Crosby Elementary School (horse 11:30 to 2:00 p.m.