From our Files — Aug. 24, 2018
10 Years ago: Aug. 24, 2008
NEWS: Dakota City marked its 150th anniversary with a celebration that included a parade.
SPORTS: The Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 11-0.
25 Years ago: Aug. 24, 1993
NEWS: Donna Porter was elected president of the Fort Dodge Area Solo Parents and Singles group.
SPORTS: The Cleveland Indians beat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-8.
50 Years ago: Aug. 24, 1968
NEWS: Eleanor Law, of Vincent, kept busy making things, including grapes, ashtrays and decorative spoons and forks out of resin.
SPORTS: Workmen completed covering the wooden seats in Dodger Stadium with vinyl material.