Once upon a time in (near) Duluth: The kids partied, shot stuff in rural schoolhouses
Early August, 1921: The News Tribune reported that young people were having unsanctioned parties at schools in Lake Nebagamon and Lake Amnicon.
Written By: Christa Lawler
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(1921 News Tribune)
Trending 100 years ago in Douglas County: Drunken brawls, liquor feuds and all-night drinking parties held after-hours in various school buildings — unsanctioned, of course.
“Notwithstanding denial of permission to hold dances in school buildings, it is alleged that young men and women wait until after midnight, then break into the buildings and continue dancing until early morning,” the News Tribune reported on Aug. 3, 1921.