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Monday,
August 12, 2019: The
Dynamic Duo of Mark and Paula Persons ventured to Ely, MN. They toured the Pioneer Mine, which last produced iron ore 60 years ago. |
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At the entrance was a restored 1950s military jeep, owned by
Rolando
"Picker"
Seraphine. He let Mark remember his time in the U.S. Army while sitting in the driver's seat. |
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Picker told the story of mining and how it helped win World War II by
producing ore for steel production. Two mines in Ely, back then, ran 24 hours a day for seven days a week. It was a huge effort. |
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The mine is just across the road from the
Grand Ely Lodge,
which is on the shore of Shagawa Lake. |
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Also a great place for selfies. |
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Sunset that night was beautiful |
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Quote of the day:
 Oh,
to be young again!. Mark
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Questions, Comments? Email Mark Persons teki@mwpersons.com |
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