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Other events in the area! • Rummage Sale at the Senior Center, 803 Kingwood St. (near Gregory Park). Fri. 7 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. • 44th Annual Little Falls Arts & Craft Fair (Sat. & Sun.) and Swap Meet & Car Show (Sun. only). • 30+ Area antique shops and many public golf courses.
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1953 Flxible charter bus. Photo courtesy of Voigt’s Bus Service.
NOTE: You need a members' wristband to ride the buses. Times may vary due to traffic.
a restroom. This model was the most produced motorcoach of its era. Voigt’s ran the popular GM 4106 until Motorcoach Industries developed the MC7 Challenger. “At that point in time we phased out the GMs for the MCIs and have been with MCI ever since,” Troy noted. Today, the company is proud to service central Minnesota with a fleet of over 40 motorcoaches covering airport transportation all over the state and across the country. For more information: www.voigtbus.com
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he buses will also serve as a shuttle service for member activities including trips to downtown, the Franklin Art Center and Gregory Park. Other destinations include Safari North, Pirates cove and Christmas Point. About the buses: Sent in from Troy Voigt: The 1953 Flxible charter bus, purchased by Norb Voigt ,was the company’s first charter bus. “Grandma Sadie picked the color and Grandpa purchased it,” he said. The 1965 4106 is a post-war model that had underbelly storage, air conditioning, air suspension, V8 power and
Members of the MSRA Fall Campout will be treated with a tour of area on vintage charter buses provided by Voigt’s Bus Service, St. Cloud.
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Annual Fall Campout September 9,10,11, 2016 Hosted in Brainerd!
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SEPT. 9, 10, 11, 2016
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Surging the BLA Streets
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erle Gallant, President of the Northern Tin Street Rod Association organized this year's MSRA members Fall Campout in Brainerd Sept. 9 through 11. "We anticipate 800 to 900 members attending the event and about 500 cars." Gallant said.
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"We don't require an RSVP so we don't have exact numbers, but we've got a good guess," added Gallant. "We're really excited to have them here in our area and want to show them a good time. I'm looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones." Members can camp at the Crow Wing County fairgrounds or stay at one of the lodging facilities. Area businesses should prepare for a surge in clientele and traffic. The public can plan on a spectacular show of wheels on the streets of Brainerd and surrounding areas. And indulge in the auto show to be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at Gregory Park.
Bill Gallant's 1940 Hudson on an 85 Ford truck . __________ _____
Brad Vanvickle's 1939 Chevy Coupe
NTSRA members at the Pillager, Minn, All-Class-Reunion. (L to R) Brad Vanvickle, Robbie Gallant, Greg Benson, Merle Gallant and Bill Gallant.
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Whitman and their (L to R) 1962 T-Bird, 1941 Plymouth and 1934 Plymouth. Submitted Photo.
Leo and Rosie Whitman, Members since 1983 Car/Vehicles: 1934 Plymouth, 1941 Plymouth, 1962 T-Bird, and a 1956 Dodge.
Unique Features: "We did all the work ourselves."
About us: "My wife and I have lived in the Brainerd area for more than 60 years. We love the area. We both enjoy cars and enjoyed building our two Plymouth street rods and our custom T-Bird. They were backyard builds with many modifications."
Favorite part of NTSRA?: "The cruises and picnics."
Dream car/project?: "1960 Plymouoth Fury."
Best part about the Campout? "Seeing a lot of car friends and the cars." Advice for Visitors? "Sightseeing and driving all the roads around the lakes."
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About Northern Tin
Gordy & Diane Adamski, Members since 1996 Car/Vehicles: 1955 Mercury, 1953 Chevrolet Shorbox and a 1963 Chev Shortbox.
Unique Features: "the chopped 1951 Mercury was nominated for Custom of the year in 2005."
About us: "Gordy’s dad owned a garage which of course peaked his interest at tinkering with old cars at a very young age. His first car was a 1940 Ford Coupe. We have had several cars since, but our favorite was a chopped 1951 Mercury."
Favorite part of NTSRA?: "Street Rodders are a unique breed of people." Current Project? "We are currently restoring the 1963 Chev Shortbox." Best part about the Campout? "Meeting new people and admiring their cars."
Northern Tin Street Rod Association is Brainerd's local auto club, a division of the MSRA and has about 90 couples. The club's purpose is to share their passion for cars and meet new people with like interests. The group meets for diner about once a week and enjoy traveling together to swap meets, car shows, group vacations and helping each other on projects.
For membership information contact: Northern Tin 218-829-1346 • Northerntin@gmail.com
Merle and Mickey Gallant, Members since 1981 Car/Vehicles: 1927 Ford Roadster, 1928 Ford Phaeton, 1929 Ford 2dr sedan, 1940 Ford Coupe, 1940 Ford Pickup, 1957 Ford Thunderbird, 1958 Ford Ranchero and a Ford V8 motorcycle. Unique Features: "All built at home." About us: "Mickey and I have been married since 1972. Racing restoring cars have been a large part of our lives all along. I’ve been involved with things mechanical since I was about 9 or 10 years old. We have two children, Tim, whom I built a 1947 Ford Coupe street rod for,
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and Kim, who I am just completing a 1968 Ford Mustang for. We have traveled all over the U.S. in our street rods from the time our kids were very young. Mickey and I continue to vacation in our cars to various shows all over the country, often traveling with other club members." Dream car/project?: "A 1957 Ford Thunderbird which will be my next full project from the tires up I’ve wanted one for a very long time!" Advice for Visitors? "Get out and participate in some of the organized tours and do some relaxed shopping."
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At the MSRA August General Membership Meeting Tom Vollbrecht, Sr. and Tom Vollbrecht Jr. shared news that during the NSRA Street Rod Nationals in Louisville, MSRA received an Appreciation Award for 43 years of consecutive service having volunteers working the gates and registration. MSRA also received an Association Participation Award (left), with 34 verified MSRA members in attendance with a group combined mileage of over 29,000 miles.
Up against shows all over the country, Back To The 50's was voted number one by USA Today's 10 Best Readers. Voters were selected by a panel of automotive experts. The annual summer show on June 17-19, 2016 held almost 12,000 vehicles on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The event also included live 50's music, a flyover and swap meet, as well as activities and games.
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2015 STREET ROD OF THE YEAR!
Congratulations to Terry and Fran Stade. Owners of a beautiful Xotic Colours “Frangerine” urethane custom mix 1940 Ford Convertible!
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Gregory Park 424 N Fifth St. Historic Factor:
Gregory Square, the original name for the 100+ year old park was named after John Gregory Smith, first president of the Northern Pacific Railroad. The park includes a fountain, memorial benches and the Parker Bandstand built in 1914. Currently the park is home to events including art and music festivals.
2015 CUSTOM OF THE YEAR!
Congratulations to Dean Oslund #10078. Owner of a beautiful PPG 3-tone Candy Wineberry & 2-tones of Platinum 1959 Rambler American 2Dr Wagon.
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Crow Wing County Historical Society and History Museum 326 Laurel St. Hours: 10am-3pm (Closed Mon., Wed. and Sun.) Historic Factor:
Welcoming all ages to visit the historic sheriff’s residence, museum, and two original jail cells. The museum is filled with exhibits, art, and memorabilia related to Crow Wing County. Check out the research library with photos, maps, newspapers on microfilm and books for the public to use for research. The museum is handicapped-accessible. Ask about the Brainerd book, a publication filled with the rich history of the area including a large photo collection. For more information or to visit contact: history@ crowwing.us. Website: www.crowwinghistory.org or call 829-3268.
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First National Bank Building 6th and Front St. Historic Factor:
Historic Factor:
Originally, Franklin Junior High School, the building was completed in 1932. Additions extending the building took place in 1954 and 1962. Once facing a possible demolition, the former junior high school was converted into commercial artist rental space and 25 live/work rental spaces for artists.
This is the site of one of Brainerd's most infamous crimes- the 1933 First National bank robbery led by "Baby Face" Nelson. Though they escaped, the building still contains bullet holes from the heist. For more information on the story visit Brainerdhistory. com. Today the building is home to Design Consign and the Masonic Aurora Lodge No. 100.
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Last Turn Saloon 214 S. 8th St. Hours: 11am - 1 a.m. (Closed Sun.) Historic Factor:
Pacific Railroad was the first transcontinental railroad in the northern region. The shops were built in 1882 to provide a maintenance and repair stop for the engines along the line. The operation was the first manufacturing establishment in the town. Brainerd quickly became the center of repair and maintenance for the first transcontinental railroad in the United States. Today, the buildings serve as commercial rental properties and event space rentals.
Spirits abound here! Rumored to be haunted by bootleggers of the prohibition era, The Last Turn Saloon is a must see for anyone looking for a delicious burger served with a side of "spookfactor." With its vintage decor, it's like a museum in itself and has attracted investigations by Dakota Paranormal Investigators group and Johnsdale Paranormal Group. See video at Brainerddispatch.com...(direct link: http:// bit.ly/2bAYMqy) or go see for yourself!
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Mayor Ed Menk will also give a presentation to the Minnesota Street Rod Association.
Photos: Rod and Lynn Damar's 1955 T-Bird Left inset: Robbie Gallant's 1936 Ford Pickup Right Inset: Rick Rudbeck's 1958 Pontiac Photos by Lisa Henry
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