1999 – 25 years ago
Jay Furst, the Post-Bulletin's city editor for five years, has been named managing editor.In the future, cars will be able to use radar sensors and cameras to predict a crash and help prevent accidents by providing warnings and improved visibility.1974 – 50 years ago
The Wasioja Historical District is being considered for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places by the State Review Committee of the Minnesota Historical Society.Jim Kaat, former Minnesota Twin, now pitching for the Chicago White Sox, beat his former team for the fourth time this season. (Kaat won 21 games for the White Sox in 1974.)The Olmsted Federal Savings and Loan Association has completed its new drive-in facility and customer parking lot.1949 – 75 years ago
Law enforcement officials in the area will hold their fall meeting of the Southeastern Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association in Rochester.Representatives from Northfield, Faribault, Owatonna, Blooming Prairie, Adams, and Austin are meeting with railroad officials to protest the proposed elimination of two Milwaukee passenger trains between Minneapolis and Austin.1924 – 100 years ago
Theodore Christianson, the Republican candidate for governor, offered the citizens of Minnesota a plan of reduced taxation and lower cost of government in a speech in Madison, Minn. (Christianson would become the 21st Governor of Minnesota from 1/6/25 to 1/6/31.)Citizens and tourists are reminded to be alert as pickpockets and sneak thieves are at it again, particularly at the Northwestern train depot. The other day, a visiting physician had $50 removed from his coat pocket. Share News reporting News reportingBased on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project What is this? Tags By Loren Else Loren Else is a freelance contributor for the Post Bulletin. Conversation What To Read Next Get Local
