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Remembering the days of the Sears Catalog

NIAGARA, Wis. — In 1888, Sears, Roebuck and Company developed its first catalog of things that could be ordered by mail. It was a very thin catalog that offered only watches and jewelry. By the early 1900s, however, the Chicago-based company had greatly expanded its inventory, and offered a ...

TDS pharmacist guest speaker at Golden K

KINGSFORD — With Michigan’s unpredictable fall weather, it pays to be prepared. Whether clearing leaves by machine or hand-raking, appropriate clothing is a must. A T-shirt and shorts may seem comfortable at first, but keeping a jacket and umbrella nearby is wise. When wind and rain arrive ...

Breitung Township Schools superintendent presents update to Golden K

KINGSFORD — Geese fly in formation, one side longer than the other. Do you know why? Because there are more geese on that side. The leaves are falling and rakes are in action. The season for massages and soothing achy joints has arrived. Golden K Chairman Judy Sielaff rang the bell and ...

Home furnishings from the past tell lifestyle stories

NIAGARA, Wis. — In August, this column shared historical information about the American bedroom 100 years ago. I shared tidbits not only about bedroom furniture, but on how these bedrooms were used that commented on the different lifestyles a century ago. Well, I recently found an article ...

You can slow the process of brain aging

NIAGARA, Wis. — For the past two columns I have discussed the topic of brain health. As a review, on Sept. 26, I defined brain health and explained what it entails. Brain health takes into consideration cognitive function, or clarity — can you think clearly without feeling confused? It ...

Huotari presents historical program on John Buell at Golden K meeting

KINGSFORD — As the sun shed its warmth across the lawn, there, glistening in the dawns early light was frost. Trees boasting beauty in their final show of the year. That distinctive chill to the wind lets one know fall is in full swing. Golden K seniors grab a warm jacket and head for ...