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Two weeks ago in this column, I mentioned that I had some books someplace, about George Armstrong Custer. I am happy to report that after much searching I did turn up about 30 books and have now drawn up a four page list titled, “Books on Custer, Civil War, The West.” Not only that, but I have successfully found a close relative (two generations younger than I am) who has an interest in the books so they will soon be out of my condo. The oldest of the books was written the same year in which The Battle of the Little Bighorn took place which was June 25th & 26th of 1876. Note that next month we are coming up on the 145th anniversary of that battle.
WCCO Radio legend Howard Viken dies at 97 Broadcaster was a staple of the powerhouse AM station over a career that spanned decades. May 1, 2021 3:35pm Text size Copy shortlink:
Howard Viken, whose deep voice and warm, casual wit were familiar to generations of Minnesotans who grew up listening to WCCO AM Radio, died early Saturday at the age of 97, the station reported. He was very intelligent, but never condescending, said longtime WCCO personality Denny Long. He was just a gem.
Viken worked at WCCO Radio from 1950 to 1989, during its heyday as a powerhouse statewide station. Especially during wild winter weather, he was a must-listen for many Minnesota households.
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