Ryder News for June 27, 2019
I’ve had lots of correct guesses as to the identity of the Mystery Photo from last week. The photo was that of Konrad (Konnie) Kronbach. I heard from Marlys Rodahl, Shirley Bezanson, Richard and Judy Kimball, Vanona Rime, Lorraine Nelson and Sheryl Tolson. Terry Johanson said it was much too easy and everyone would know who it was! I said we had to have an easy one once in awhile.
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Mystery Photo
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A new mystery photo for this week. Any idea who these gals are? They grew up in the Ryder area and graduated from Ryder High.
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Enjoying lunch at the Hiddenwood Picnic
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Kids races at the Hiddenwood Picnic
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I went to the annual 117th Hiddenwood
Picnic on Sunday. There were 123 people in attendance according to the
sign in book. KX News was there taking movies and they also interviewed
my grandson Johnny McGrath. He is supposed to be on the ten o’clock news tonight (Sunday). Wonder if he said anything embarrassing. Just watched the interview on TV and he did great!!
The
church service was led by Pastor John Warner and since it was a short
service, the lunch started early. The tables of food were fairly
groaning due to the amazing variety of potluck dishes that were placed
upon them. Almost every year I take taco salad and it always disappears
in a short amount of time! Luckily I did manage to get some. I get scolded if I don’t make the salad!
After
lunch, they had the kids races and Johnny managed to get $2.75 in
quarters. They even had races for 13 and up and some of the racers were
well over 13, which made for a lot of fun.
Doug Wurtz was the MC again this year and he did a fine job. He mentioned that the Hiddenwood
group has lost 4 people this year. Mike Larson, Bud Karna, Wayne Hansen
and Derald Larson. Daniel and Pastor Jonathan Starks were the
entertainment for this year and the audience sure did enjoy them. John
Warner sang the Star Spangled
Banner and if you sat at the front table like I did, it sure was loud!
When the entertainment took their breaks, the MC (Doug Wurtz) and his
sister, Denise Johnson held some of the prize drawings. I won a prize of
a cutting board, pot holder and tape measure. I enjoyed visiting with
people I don't get to see very often. It was nice hearing them tell me
that they were glad that I was back writing the news for Ryder. I hear
that quite often and it means a lot to me. This isn’t an easy job as you
are always looking for news and hoping you hear from readers with their
news. I talked to Greg and Cathy Landon and told them to give me some
news or to make some up! They told me that they don’t do anything so
guess that is as much news that I’m going to get from them!! It seemed
that the door prize drawings went on forever and almost everyone
received a prize. I think there was only 1 person that didn’t. All in
all, it was a fun time for everyone.
Kathy Kimball had this to say, “Kathy and Dave Kimball went to the Hiddenwood
picnic. It was a beautiful day and the crew did a great job gathering
gifts!!! Daniel was fantastic, good company and they had fun visiting
with everyone. It was a great day!!!”
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| Kids helping Doug Wurtz with the door prizes |
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| Jonathan and Daniel Starks entertaining the crowd |
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| KXMC-TV interviews Johnny McGrath at Hiddenwood Picnic |
After the picnic, Staci and John McGrath took their boat out on the lake and caught 3 fish. They kept the 5 lb. 24.5 inch walleye and threw the other 2 back.
Ryder Recalls (submitted by Faye Karna): We Ryder folks were able to provide some news to the Norweigan cousin of the former Ole and Knute Meland. They had lived in the Ryder area during the 1930-40's. If you readers recall anymore, please let Sue know at sbradley@restel.com. He really appreciated what we could send back to him and even wants to visit Ryder in future.
Now, we are looking into former blacksmith people other than the Stueflats. We have gained lots of info on them and have a great display in the museum regarding John Stueflat's blacksmith work while in Ryder. Can you recall others that carried
on
that occupation in the area? One being questioned is Max Barlow. He
supposedly lived east of Ryder where he did his work. He had 2 sons
named Walt and Ervin. Does that cause a recall to any of you readers?
How about others that had their shops in Ryder and in Ryder area? If
you want to send recalls to Sue, that is great or send on to Faye at fkarna25@gmail.com or 701-509-5137. This will be collected for the museum.
The Ryder Community Food Pantry very much appreciates Coltyn and Logan for all their help at the Pantry. These boys are always available to help when needed!
Ron
and Muriel Peterson went to Bismarck, Wednesday as Muriel had an
appointment with a dermatologist. They met Sharon Franklin and Faye
Karna for lunch before she saw the doctor.
On Saturday they went to Max to the funeral for Palmer Lindlauf, an elementary school friend of Muriel’s. She visited with many friends and relatives.
Rondi and Steve Deaver and their boys are among a baseball team of twelve 12 year olds
and their parents who went to Omaha, Nebraska for a tournament. The
teams are from all over the U.S. So far, the Minot team has won the
games they have played. There are 650 teams of boys from ages 9-12 or
13. The rains have been a problem so they may all be going home sooner
than planned!
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| Alex and Kelsey DesRoches with Kallie Jo and Kirby Jean |
Congratulations to Alex and Kelsey DesRoches who are the proud parents of KIRBY JEAN born on 6/19/19, weighing 8 lbs
13 oz and 20” long. She was welcomed home by her big sister, Kallie
Jo, who is going to be a big helper! Grandparents are Jody and Peggy
Jean Reinisch and Lorn and Corrina DesRoches of Minot. Kallie Jo got to spend a few days with Grampa, Gramma and Uncle Josh which was LOTS OF FUN!!!
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| Shelsey Brandvold’s 1st place Ribbon in 4-H Achievement Days Exhibit |
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| Stetson Brandvold’s 1st Place Ribbon in 4-H Achievement Days Exhibit |
Shelsey and Stetson Brandvold did well on their 4-H Achievement Days Static Exhibits this past week. Shelsey
received a Grand Champion on her picture from a frosty morning leaving
Church, she snapped a few pictures of the road to the elevator. Stetson
took a bunch of pictures when his mom and dad were chopping corn. He
put together a picture collage and received an Outstanding. Both kids took a few projects and were happy with the results. Off to the State Fair in July.
I
finished up my radiation treatments, all 15 of them, on June 13th. I
had been cancer free for over a year and then my last PET scan showed a
nickel sized spot on a lymph node between my right kidney and my liver.
The Dr. told me that the radiation should take care of it. He also said
that these treatments can make you tired and he was right about that.
Upcoming Events:
Calvary worship service for June, July and August will be at 9:30 a.m. There is no Sunday School until Fall.
June 30--10 a.m. All parish worship service at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Makoti.
July 13--10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Ryder Community Food Pantry is open at the Community Gym. Free lunch will be served.
