On this day in 1781, British General Lord Cornwallis surrendered to American and French forces at the Siege of Yorktown, effectively ending the American Revolutionary War. This decisive victory paved the way for American independence.
On this day in 1789, John Jay was sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. His appointment marked a significant step in establishing the judiciary as a co-equal branch of the U.S. government.
On this day in 1987, the stock market experienced its largest one-day percentage drop in history, known as “Black Monday.” The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged by 22.6%, causing widespread panic and significant financial turmoil.
Born & Died: Evander Holyfield, (Born, 1962) American former professional boxer and world heavyweight champion, Trey Parker, (Born, 1969) American animator and co-creator of “South Park,” Jonathan Swift, (Died, 1745) Anglo-Irish satirist and author of “Gulliver’s Travels,” John Lithgow, (Born, 1945) American actor known for his roles in “3rd Rock from the Sun” and “The Crown,” Edna St. Vincent Millay, (Died, 1950) American poet and playwright known for her lyrical poetry, Desmond Harrington, (Born, 1976) American actor known for his role in “Dexter,” Thomas Browne, (Died, 1682) English polymath and author of “Religio Medici,” Rebecca Ferguson, (Born, 1983) Swedish actress known for her roles in “Mission: Impossible” series.
Before the “News” was “Unbiased”
“The Optic poses as a great moral organ, and at the same time has allowed itself to be used by an unscrupulous gang of political buccaneers as ever disgraced party organization in this State. The Optic is continually having little meaningless editorials about ‘keeping your heart from turning to adamant’ keep a heart full of cheerfulness, ad infinitum ad nauseum. The newspaper or individual who wants to pose as a moralist and at the same time is used by the unscrupulous should be roped, thrown down and tied and microscopically examined to see what its little game is.”
The Ward County Independent, October 19, 1904
17.5 Bushels Per Acre
“O. J. Huso’s grain averaged: Wheat 17½ bu., oats 45 bu., flax 14 bu.”
The Ward County Independent, October 19, 1904
Grocery Wholesaler Opens
“The new wholesale house, the Minot Grocery Company opened for business Tuesday.”
The Ward County Independent, October 19, 1904
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Jonathan Swift’s adventurer Lemuel Gulliver. Read and grade the reults here.
Monthly Features
October Features @OTV
Tuesday, October 1st — Thursday, October 31st
Indulge in Off The Vine’s October Features with Thai Red Curry and Coconut Meatballs paired perfectly with Ghost Pines Cabernet, or savor the Chicken Caesar Lavosh with Atypical’s Oh Snapricot apricot sour. Visit this downtown Minot gem for a delightful culinary experience all month long! #WineAndDine #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Downtown Haunted “Boo”zy Tour @TasteOfMinot
Saturday, October 19th
Get ready for a spine-tingling evening with Taste of Minot’s Downtown Haunted “Boo”zy Tour this Saturday, October 19th, featuring eerie tales and delicious drinks. Don’t miss out on this chilling adventure for those 21 and over! #HauntedTour #BoozyFun #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Saturday, October 19th
Discover the vibrant flavors of Minot at the Saturday Farmers Market on October 19th, where over 35 local vendors offer fresh produce and homemade delights. Join us at Oak Park from 9am to 12pm for a true farm-to-table experience. #FarmersMarket #FreshProduce #SavorMinot
Live Music!
49th Parallel @BlueRider
Saturday, October 19th
Experience the electrifying sounds of 49th Parallel live at Blue Rider this Saturday in downtown Minot. Enjoy a night of free popcorn, stiff drinks, and great company with no cover charge! #LiveMusic #DiveBar #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, October 14th — Sunday, October 20th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ “Souped Up Specials” in South Minot, featuring a different hearty soup every day from October 14th to 20th. Don’t miss out on these delicious daily offerings at the truck stop! #SoupSeason #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Turkey Pepper Jack Melt (and the rest of this week’s features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, October 16th — Sunday, October 20th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ Turkey Pepper Jack Melt, a delightful grilled sandwich featuring turkey, pepper jack cheese, and fresh slaw, available downtown from October 16th to 20th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious features! #PrairieSkyBreads #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, October 14th — Saturday, October 19th
Hungry for a deal? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot for Truckstop Lunch Specials, featuring two daily options starting at 11:00 am until sold out. #LocalEats #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
In Theaters
The Minutes @MSUTheater
Friday, October 18th — Sunday, October 20th
Experience the captivating performances of “The Minutes” at MSU Theater from October 18-20, featuring debates and satirical humor that will leave you reflecting on human interactions. Don’t miss this engaging fall production at Hartnett Hall’s Recital Hall, with tickets available at the door. #TheMinutes #MSUTheater #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Animal Alphabet Alliteration @TaubeMuseum
Wednesday, October 16th — Friday, November 22nd
Explore the whimsical world of Greg Walter’s watercolor paintings at the “Animal Alphabet Alliteration” exhibition, running from October 16th to November 22nd at the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot. Perfect for kids and free to the public, this exhibit brings a playful twist to the ABCs. #ArtForKids #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Space Between @NorthwestArtsCenter
Thursday, October 10th — Saturday, November 23rd
Explore the captivating works of Nebraska artist Donald Robson at “The Space In Between,” now on display at the Northwest Arts Center’s Walter Piehl Gallery in downtown Minot until November 23rd. Don’t miss this chance to experience the award-winning art of the All Media 2022 Best of Show recipient. #ArtExhibition #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Das Brat | Hoagie of the Month @MagicCityHoagies
Tuesday, October 1st — Thursday, October 31st
Get ready to savor the flavors of fall with Magic City Hoagies’ “Das Brat” Hoagie of the Month, featuring all pork bratwurst, beer cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard, and crispy onions. Available in downtown Minot from October 1st to 31st, this creation is a must-try for sandwich lovers. #HoagieHeaven #OctoberFest #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Spooky Paint Party with EJ Rose @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, October 19th
Join us at the Taube Museum of Art for a Spooky Paint Party with EJ Rose on October 19th! Unleash your inner artist and create a Halloween masterpiece—preregistration required by October 15th. #SpookyPaintParty #TaubeMuseum #SavorMinot
