Stories of days gone by to be published

Jean Koppes, Staples, is one of the cash prize winners for a story she wrote and submitted for inclusion in the newest book from Hometown Memories. 

The book “A Living History of Northwestern Minnesota, School Days and Farm Chores,” will be available soon. 

The hardcover coffee table book will contain tales of bygone years from Minnesotans who actually lived them. It will include over 288 pages and hundreds of old photographs. The Minnesotans who appear in this book are from all walks of life.

Todd Blair, publisher at Hometown Memories, says “We are delighted that over 217 folks shared their memories and pictures for the book. The memories in this book are an extremely valuable part of the region’s history and heritage and we are grateful for the opportunity to save and share them.”

Other cash prize winners are Cecilia Merschman, Crookston; M. Lloyd Gran, Erskine; and Connie Riewer, Bagley.

Anyone interested in the book can call toll free at 877-491-8802, or visit the web site at www.hometownmemoriesonline.com.