Today in History: May 20, 1951 – Grand Forks ready for bombing ‘attack’ – Obituary

Today in History revisits the May 20, 1951 edition of the Obituary and highlights an article on the city of Grand Forks conducting its first civil defense drill simulating a bombing attack. Citizens were alerted with whistle signals to follow “alert,” “disaster,” and “all clear” phases. Residents were required to stop work and take cover… Continue reading Today in History: May 20, 1951 – Grand Forks ready for bombing ‘attack’ – Obituary

Today in History: April 23, 1956 – UND Fieldhouse ready for circus – Obituary

In this Today in History, we take a look back at when the UND Fieldhouse was used for the Shrine Circus in 1956. UND Fieldhouse ready for circus The University Fieldhouse was transformed in a few hours Sunday (1956) into a gala circus arena in preparation for the thousands of children and adults who will… Continue reading Today in History: April 23, 1956 – UND Fieldhouse ready for circus – Obituary