On this day in 1635, Roger Williams was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for his religious and political views. He later founded the colony of Rhode Island, which became known for its religious tolerance and separation of church and state.
On this day in 1962, Uganda gained independence from British colonial rule, becoming a sovereign nation. This marked a significant moment in the decolonization of Africa.
On this day in 1986, the musical “The Phantom of the Opera,” composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, opened in London’s West End. It became one of the longest-running and most successful musicals in theater history.
Born & Died: John Lennon, (Born, 1940) British musician and member of The Beatles, Jacques Tati, (Died, 1982) French filmmaker and actor known for his comedic films, Guillermo del Toro, (Born, 1964) Mexican filmmaker known for movies like “Pan’s Labyrinth” and “The Shape of Water,” Che Guevara, (Died, 1967) Argentine Marxist revolutionary and major figure in the Cuban Revolution, Oskar Schindler, (Died, 1974) German industrialist known for saving over a thousand Jews during the Holocaust, Tony Shalhoub, (Born, 1953) American actor known for his role in the TV series “Monk,” Yusef Komunyakaa, (Born, 1947) American poet and Pulitzer Prize winner.
They Understood the Property Tax Problem
FINED FOR BUILDING.
The business of taxation works out to peculiar ends in our estimation. You see a fellow build a nice little home, and next to him is an unimproved unsightly lot. The assessor comes along and says: “We tax you so much on your house and improvements.” In other words the man who built the house is fined a good healthy sum annually for so doing. The fellow who owns the unsightly lot next to the house, lets it grow up to weeds, and waits for advance in price. Your house has added to the value of his lot. Why not fine him via the tax route for not building, in place of the fellow who is helping the community?—Williston Graphic.The Ward County Independent, October 9, 1913
Municipal Financing Challenges
“The ideal way of improving a city would be to do it out of the annual tax income. But as this cannot be done, the next best thing is the Massachusetts plan already put in force in some of the smaller cities.”
The Ward County Independent, October 9, 1913
Political Blowhards and the Hard Work of Sustainability
“Land in no country has ever increased in value to any appreciable extent under continued cropping to grain. Whenever diversified farming is introduced land values have advanced rapidly, and the cow and the hog attract buyers for land that otherwise would be classed as unproductive, and could not be sold at any price. The one objection to stock raising that we hear is that such farming means work the year round.”
The Ward County Independent, October 9, 1913
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is obsessive compulsive T.V. detective Adrian Monk. 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
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, October 7th — Friday, October 11th
Discover incredible deals at Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from October 7th to 11th! Say “Savor Minot” at checkout and enjoy a 10% discount on a wide range of items, including music, collectibles, and more. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, October 9th
Get your watch ticking again with Watch Battery Wednesdays at Rick’s Jewelry in downtown Minot! Mention “SavorMinot” at checkout to enjoy a $2 discount on your battery replacement this October 9th. #WatchCare #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Old Gold: Steel & Wood @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, September 10th — Thursday, October 10th
Discover the beauty in the forgotten at the Taube Museum of Art’s exhibit Old Gold: Steel & Wood, open from September 10th to October 10th. Don’t miss the artist’s reception on September 12th! #ArtExhibit #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Pull Tab Happy Hour! @BlueRider
Monday, October 7th — Wednesday, October 9th
Join us at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot for Pull Tab Happy Hour from October 7th to 9th, where a little luck could score you a discount or free drink. Plus, enjoy our everyday special: a beer and a shot of Fernet for just $7! #DiveBarFun #HappyHourDeals #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Wednesday: The Toughest Trivia in Minot @BlueRider
Wednesday, October 9th
Get ready for a night of brain-busting fun at Blue Rider’s “The Toughest Trivia in Minot” this Wednesday, October 9th at 7 PM! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a chance to win with creative team names and free drink questions. #TriviaNight #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Custom Framing Sale! @Artmain
Tuesday, October 1st — Saturday, October 12th
Discover the perfect way to showcase and preserve your cherished items with Artmain’s Custom Framing Sale in Downtown Minot. Enjoy a 15% discount on expert framing services now through October 12th—mention you saw it on SavorMinot for a quote! #CustomFraming #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
