On This Day | National Debt A Growing Concern
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During the Coolidge regime, the Government continued its policy of reducing the debt during peace times. But the crash of ’29 and the depression which followed cut the national income while government expenses increased, tossing the national debt to a new high. At the present time it is approximately $220 per person—with the $346-per capita limit not far away.
— May 30, 1940 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
Those $220 per person in debt would — adjusted for inflation — equal about $4,630 today. Our current national debt per capita comes in at closer to $106,000 per person if we divide our $36 trillion owed by our population. If only we had heard our editor’s warning call.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Specials & Sales
10 Cent Beer Night @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 4th
Get ready for a night of nostalgia and unbeatable deals at Blue Rider’s 5th Annual Tribute to 10 Cent Beer Night this Wednesday, June 4th, in downtown Minot! Doors open at 4:00 PM, so bring your dimes and enjoy the fun at North Dakota’s favorite dive bar. #CheapDrinks #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Flatt Mountain Drive w/ Fiddling Evie @BlueRider
Saturday, May 31st
Get ready for a night of electrifying bluegrass at Blue Rider this Saturday, May 31st, as Flatt Mountain Drive and the sensational Fiddling Evie take the stage. Don’t miss out on the toe-tappin’ tunes and stiff drinks at Minot’s favorite dive bar! #LiveMusic #BluegrassNight #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, June 17th
Dive into engaging book discussions with fellow enthusiasts at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on Tuesday, June 17th, while enjoying your favorite barrel-aged beer. Don’t miss this unique blend of literature and craft brews in downtown Minot! #BookClub #CraftBeer #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, June 3rd
Join the Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks Book Club on Tuesday, June 3rd, for engaging discussions paired with your favorite barrel-aged beer. Don’t miss this unique blend of literature and local brews in downtown Minot! #BookClub #LocalBrew #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
St. Patrick Swayze Day @BlueRider
Saturday, August 16th
Join the fun at Blue Rider’s St. Patrick Swayze Day on August 16th and celebrate with themed specials, merchandise, and non-stop hits from Dirty Dancing and Roadhouse. Don’t miss the chance to relive the magic of Swayze in downtown Minot! #SwayzeCelebration #DanceTheNightAway #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
🏁 The Grown-Ass Pinewood Derby 🏁 @BlueRider
Sunday, August 17th
Rev up your engines for The Grown-Ass Pinewood Derby at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Sunday, August 17th! Relive your childhood racing dreams with a grown-up twist, complete with beers, trash talk, and nostalgia. #PinewoodDerby #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
Ask A Run Coach @Atypical
Wednesday, June 4th
Join us at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Downtown Minot on June 4th for “Ask A Run Coach” with Kendra Eerdmans, where you can get expert running advice while enjoying a brew. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your running knowledge in a fun setting! #RunningTips #LocalBrewery #SavorMinot
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