Carlton News

Although Carlton High School graduation has come and gone as with other area schools, I thought it might be interesting to visit the Carlton County Historical Society for a look at the history of Carlton High School.

From the Carlton County Historical Society:

The Carlton school located in the county seat was destroyed by fire three times. The first two schools were wooden structures, and fire equipment and access to water to fight the fires was limited. The second school was built in the 1890s and was destroyed by fire in 1895.

The third structure was made of brick, but in February 1915 the school building was destroyed by fire. An investigation determined that the fire may have been caused by defective wiring in the basement. The fire was discovered early in the morning by the janitor on a Tuesday morning. The school was being fumigated by formaldehyde as a response to a scarlet fever scare. The fumes made fighting the fire difficult, and nothing could be saved because of the dense fumes.

A new school was built, and was ready for students by January 1916. The first floor of the school is still being used today, although there have been many changes over the years. A new addition was dedicated Sept. 22, 1954, and again in 1969.

The Carlton School was started Sept. 18, 1871, as District 2. At that time there were several school districts in Carlton County, and there was one superintendent overseeing the whole county. As time passed some of the smaller districts dissolved and students came to Carlton. In 1957 Carlton received a new designation as District 93, which we still are today.

As you can see, there have been many graduations over the years, with some of the classes small and others quite large. But each graduation ceremony is important to each and every graduate. It is the next step to a successful future, whether one continues on to college, technical school or enters the workforce. Congratulations to the Class of 2019.

The 10th annual Carlton Clean Up was Friday, May 17. This year 200 students and 25 staff from Carlton High School and two community volunteers raked yards, cleaned up brush and bagged leaves and debris from 18 yards and Hillside Cemetery. Thank you to everyone who helped to make this event a success.

Carlton events

Carlton County Community Bike Ride 11a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, June 9 on the Willard Munger State Trail.

Eleanor Hanson Fundraiser for Fine Arts 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 at the Four Seasons Sports Complex, 90 Chestnut Ave., Carlton. Hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, silent auction, music by Spencer Walton. Tickets: $20 per person. Proceeds support fine arts programming.

The Carlton Area Public Library hosts the Brodini Comedy Magic Show 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 19. Free, family-friendly for kids of all ages.

The Dollipops visit the Carlton Area Public Library 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22. Sisters Dolli and Pop have traveled all the way from Sweet Tart City to take you on a magical and musical road trip that is sure to get kids (and their parents!) moving, grooving, and making memories. Free. For kids ages 4 to 9 with parents/caregivers/families.

At the Carlton VFW Post 2962:

Music by Stranded, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Friday, June 14; DJ and karaoke 7:30-11:30 p.m. Friday, June 28. Golf tournament Saturday, June 29 at Pine Hill Golf Course. Four-person scramble. Prizes and meal at the VFW after the tournament. $40 per person, sign up at the VFW or call 218-384-3794. Weekly money drawing 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Bingo 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday and meat raffle 6 p.m. Fridays. Proceeds from these events benefit the Post and Confidence Learning Center. VFW Auxiliary meets the second Monday of the month. VFW meeting is the last Tuesday of the month. Contact the Carlton VFW for more information.

At the Oldenburg House: Magnolia Salon, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 13, with Steve Schulstrom and Steve Schulstrom and Rita Vavrosky of Spectrum Strawberry Farms; June 20 with the Langerstons; and June 27 with Ben Winchester speaking on the Rural Brain Gain. Free, $5 donation suggested. Food and beverages available for purchase from Magnolia Café. Reserve seats at oacc.us. Cookin' at the O Friday and Saturday, June 14 and 15 with jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan. Tickets: oacc.us.

Interfaith Care Center: Classic car show 5 p.m. Monday, June 17. All welcome. The parking lot will not be available for public parking. Church services – ecumenical service 3:15 p.m. Tuesdays; 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Mass; and 2 p.m. the 1st, 3rd and 4th Sundays of the month, in the chapel.

Mark your calendars: Carlton Daze July 26-28, 2019. If you or your organization is planning an activity, please contact Leola Rodd, [email protected], to be put on the schedule.

If you have a special community event in Carlton or know of a special person who should be recognized, please contact Leola Rodd at 218-310-6065 or [email protected].