Laughter, Falling Water and Time
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
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
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
Supplying Quality Energy and Expanding Service for the Future With the country returning to a time of stability and progress, businesses and individuals alike are turning their attention to building and fueling the future. The war years placed limitations on construction, industry, and infrastructure, but now, with restrictions lifted, a new era of growth has … Read more
To Minnehaha Park and Fort Snelling You can reach Minnehaha Park by taking Lake Street to Minnehaha Boulevard, which leads directly to the park and then on to the fort. The route is straightforward and easy to follow. The road between the park and the fort can be sandy in some sections, but experienced riders … Read more
St. Paul offers some of the finest conditions for cyclists, with its expansive miles of asphalt-paved roads in the business districts and brick or sandstone paving in other areas. The city’s natural beauty and wealth of scenic landscapes make it a haven for cycling enthusiasts. The terrain is largely gentle, with any steep gradients being … Read more