150 Years Ago: From the Oct. 8, 1874 Shakopee Argus
The case of T. A. Holmes vs. the Board of County Commissioners of Scott County, is to be tried at Chaska to day. Several of our old settlers have gone over as witnesses in the suit. L. M. Brown for the Plaintiff, County Attorney Whitlock, assisted by J. L. MacDonald and Henry Hinds, for the defense.
125 Years Ago: From the Oct. 5, 1899 Scott County Argus
J. A. Davis, deputy public examiner, was at the Court House yesterday examining into the condition of the various county offices and public records. The visit is a part of the routine work of the department, and does not mean that our public officers have been going astray.
125 Years Ago: From the Oct. 6, 1899 Shakopee Tribune
Sidewalk building Jos. Fischer is at present the busiest man in the city. Besides having many contracts to fill at home he has a large contract at Chaska.
100 Years Ago: From the Oct. 10, 1924 Shakopee Argus
The Wm. Walsh family, who resided on a farm near Savage, moved to Shakopee and have occupied Mrs. Rottgart residence, known as the “Octagon” house, on East Second street. The former was forced to leave his farm, owing to ill health. Mrs. Walsh is engaged as a teacher in the Jackson school, driving back and forth daily.
100 Years Ago: From the Oct. 9, 1924 Shakopee Tribune
Many Take Advantage of W. F. Davy Blanket Sale
The annual blanket sale which is being put on by the W. F. Davy Co. has proved to be very successful. Many people have taken advantage of this sale and purchased their needs in the blanket line.
While Mr. Davy put in a much larger stock of blankets for this year’s sale than he did a year ago, he anticipates that his stock will be practically all sold out before the sale ends Saturday evening.
75 Years Ago: From the Oct. 6, 1949 Shakopee Argus-Tribune
Vandalism Seen in Damage to School Entrance
A smashed door in the main entrance on the east side of the Shakopee public school as viewed Tuesday as a plain case of vandalism.
When Supt. Al N. Wurst arrived at the school Tuesday morning he discovered the door had been battered and the glass smashed. Tire tracks in the damp earth near the entrance led to the belief a vehicle had been backed into the doorway…
75 Years Ago: From the Oct. 6, 1949 Shakopee Valley News
Legion To Make Poll On Club Reorganization
In an attempt to ascertain the views of the individual members towards reorganization of the local American Legion post, a ballot will be mailed to each Legionaire this month, it was decided at the regular October meeting of the organization Monday night.
A committee has been working for some time on the matter of changing various aspects of the operation of the club, and the members present at the meeting decided that it was now time to get the views of the individual members.
Likewise, a committee was named to appraise the value of the real estate involved. The committee includes Roman J. Kopp, B. E. Mertz, and Joseph Strunk.
50 Years Ago: From the Oct. 9, 1974 Shakopee Valley News
Valley Mall problems are near resolution
Jurisdictional problems involving the Minnesota Valley Mall, amongst Scott County, Jackson township and the city of Shakopee appear to be near resolution according to a report submitted to the Shakopee common council Tuesday evening.
Problems, which have plagued the project throughout the early stages of construction, deal with the collection of building permits and other related construction fees.
Representatives of the three bodies met this week, and will attempt to draw up a joint powers agreement, thus resolving the matter…
25 Years Ago: From the Oct. 7, 1999 Shakopee Valley News
Met Council OKs addition of 554 acres to MUSA
A long-awaited decision from the Metropolitan Council has granted Shakopee 554 more acres within the metropolitan urban services arca (MUSA).
The new acreage is in two sections – south of Highway 169 near the intersection of county roads 16 and 83 and near the junction of county roads 16 and 18. All the acreage approved for MUSA expansion is intended for commercial-industrial purposes. As Planned, the new acreage within the MUSA will someday house corporate headquarters, manufacturing facilities and so-called big-box retailers.
With MUSA approval, cities are allowed to extend water and sewer services for development.
After approximately 18 months of back-and-forth questions, reviews, responses and comments between the city of Shakopee and the Met Council, the city learned of the approval earlier this month.
One parcel in approved area is approximately 332 acres, located east of County Road 83 and north of County Road 16 and Highway 169 The land on which the old Cap Agency Thrift Store sits is included in the Parcel. The remaining 222 acres is located on the eastern edge of the city, near the intersection of county roads 16 and 18 on both the east and west side of County Road 18, just east of the Southbridge residential development…
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