There was a special film shown in color and sound - entitled "Picturesque Norway" and "Majestic Norway." The film was shown at the high school auditorium which seated over 500 people.  It was well received by everyone.

Thomas Bjorka, president of Sigdalslag, met with the group.  Janice Anderson and Lisa Braaten from Columbus ND entertained with their accordians. Mrs. Lars Hammer sent a greeting from Børmarke Jaren, and a copy of the Kragerud song.

It was decided not to issue the BRUA in 1952 and so 1951 would be the last year for the BRUA yearbook.

Saturday afternoon everyone was invited to the lake home of Theo. Brothens, near Fergus Falls, for "Kaffe Ti."  The banquet was held Saturday night and was followed by a play entitled "Til Saeters."  The performers were from Grand Forks ND. 

   From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

97 members registered for the stevne. Greetings were extended from Hadelendings from California, Idaho, Canada, WIsconsin, Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Iowa and one from Norway.  This exceeded anything previously.  Even Chicago, Illinois.

A tour was conducted through the Roosevelt Park and Zoo, located in the eastern section of Minot.  The firts day a local pastor prewached on the "Pioneer Spirit" and the Lag felt that it was unfortunate that more couldn't have come and heard him.  Anna Christensen, Dows IA, presented a film of her tour in Norway, including scenes from Hadeland.  It was a fine home-made movie.

  From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

President John Braaten was on a tour of Norway, so Hans Rekstad conducted the meeting.  The usual business was conducted. They remembered the coffee that they had at the "Brathens Hytte" at the last stevne, which was different and enjoyable.  Peder Nelson, Northwood ND, was interested in having the BRUA publication resumed.  It was tabled until later because of the cost.  There was a skit presented depicting Vermor of the "Ole og Per" series from the Decorah Posten newspaper.  She was so lonely because Ole and Per were on a trip to Norway and Lars wasn't much company or fun because he had his "jug" to keep him company.  A real fun presentation.

There were 84 people at the banquet and 73 members registered for the convention.  Chris Sorum (past president) talked about his two trips to Norway.  There was a report of the Mindegaven Fund from Jaren, Norway.  There was a total of 19, 193.38 Nkr. The membership expressed a feeling of dissatisfaction with the Mindegaven Fund.  However, the fund is a gift to help the needy in Brandbu, Tingelstad, Gran, Lunner and Jevnaker, and cannot be transferred back to the United States and the lodge.

  From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

There were more than 100 Hadelendings and friends there for the stevne.  Fifty five members registered.  The secretary recorded that it was so hot and humid you could hardly breathe.

Mayor Rosenthal welcomed the group and so did Odin Nelson and publisher B. B. Amundson of the Decorah Posten, who invited the members to tour the newspaper plant in downtown Decorah.  There was also a visit to the Vesterheim Museum where special Norwegian music and singing, pictures and a narration of The Dahle Melsater were rehearsed and sung by the group.  Hans Aschim played selections on the accordion, and Einer Lund talked about "The Old and the New."  There was also a skit about Ole and Per.  (They had just come back from Lerine, Norway and Vaermor was so happy to see them!)

There was no meeting on Saturday because so many left for home.  It was a good stevne but disappointment was expressed at the poor attendance.  Distance was a factor for many.

  From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

President Eastvold made the necessary arrangements for lodging, meals, program and entertainment.  He conducted a very fine meeting.

The usual opening ceremonies were held with a welcome by the mayor, Mrs. Lienhardt.  Mrs. Ole Ringen, Red Wing MN, sang several numbers accompanied by her husband on the violin.  Mrs. Ringen was 78 years old and her husband ws 82.  John Ervin of Velva played the piano and a good program was enjoyed.

Ole Kammerud from Argyle WI attended the Stevne and must have come by train.  Hans Schim had recently made a tour of Norway and talked to the group about his trip.  Pastor Waahal, Velva, presided at the banquet.  Over 100 people attended and were served a Norwegian Smorgasbord ("God Norske Mat") The banquet was served by the Ladies Aid with Mrs. Erik Anderson, president, in charge.  After the banquet, a film was shown at the Odd Fellows Hall.  Three ladies from Butte ND sang several songs. A 14 year old girl, Carol PEdersen, played several numbers on the accordian.  Hans Aschim also played his button-keyed accordion.

  From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

For a program, Pastor Rude provided music and sang with a very fine voice.  Hans Aschim played several waltzes and spring dances from the Lunner area.

There was some discussion of obtaining enough money to purchase a new American and Norwegian flag for conducting meetings.  The old ones were rather worn and needed to be replaced.  The secretary reported that President Eastvold and she sometimes forgot things and were poor to remember everything.  The golden years have their maladies, too.

There was much discussion and thinking about the Mindegaven Memorial Fund in Gran Sparebank.  Nothing was decided nor anything done.  A point was made that the by-laws ("grundloven") would have to be amended if the money in the Gran Sparebank was to be divided or given away.  It was unanimously agreed that the money should remain for the usual distribution of the interest to the needy at Christmas time.  President Eastvold had been in Norway the previous fall and talked over the Mindegaven arrangmenets, which apparently was ok.  There was 19, 511.77 Nkr in the Sparebank and 568.29 Nkr were given out to the needy at Christmas time.

   From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

Mr. and Mrs. Bjarne Teslow showed a series of pictures they had taken on a tour of Norway the previous year.  John Eastvold reported that about nine or ten of the old members have passed away during the past year, so it was not surprising that the attendance was low.  Many of the local people attended the convention, but there were many Hadelanders in North Dakota, Minnesota and WIsconsin who did not seem interested in coming to the stevner.  Many of them were older and unable to travel.

There was a very good program which included a men's quartet and a fashion show depicting Norwegian dress.  Mrs. Sven Madison sang several numbers and Pastors Dahlen and Nelson gave short talks.  The banquet was held in the Lutheran Church and 75 people attended.

At the banquet, Pastor O. H. Olset, Madison, talked about Ernest Nelson and his singing and performing.  President Eastvold talked about the history of the city and the Hotel Park and its origin.  A chorus of eighteen men sang tin the Norwegian language for the enjoyment of all.  Mrs. John Braaten sang and Hans Aschim played his accordion.  Peder Stadum was given a round of applause for arranging a fine program.

   From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"             

Mr. Oren Lee of Williston sang several songs with a fine baritone voice. Hans Aschim also played.  Mrs. Radetch, Watford City ND, gave a very humorous reading and John Braaten told Norwegian influenced jokes for everyone's amusement.  Mrs. Clarence Larson, an accomplished pianist, played several selections.  Two girls sang a vocal duet and another played the accordion.  The program was well received by all.

A statement from Elmore and Bradbury, Minneapolis MN, indicated that a new 3X5 US fringed flag cost $23.45 and a new Norwegian fringed flag was $25.00, two 8 ft poles, 4 ft of tassels and cords, and economy stands were $32.70 for a total of $77.15.  It was decided to take this out of the general fund.

The banquet was held in the First Lutheran Church.  There was a good turnout with 57 Hadelanders registered for the Stevne.  There were several people from Canada and this was appreciated.  The hope was expressed that this would continue for future stevner.  The program included solos by Esther Rusenes, and Mrs. H. V. Foss, a coronet trio by Gary Stenehjem, Mary Landis, and Larry Hansen, all of Williston.  Telegrams were read from Mr. and Mrs. R. Hall, Clear Lake IA, and from Ole Hoiby of Powers Lake ND.

The Mindegaven fund report from Gran was read.  736.60 Nkr were distributed to the needy and there was a balance of 18, 880.72 Nkr in the Sparebank.  No action was taken but to continue with the fund as before.

A Memorial Service was conducted for Helmer Hansen of Alkabo ND; Oliver Berg, Sioux Falls SD; Ole Ringen, Red Wing MN; Mrs. Ed Ray, Rothsay MN; Edwin Berg, Sioux Falls SD; and Karl Haug, Epping ND.  A candle was lit for charter member John Holm, Glendive MT.  Candles were also lit for those who were ill: Thorvald Hoiby, Noonan ND and Mrs. Palmer Ruthland, Janesville WI.

 From "History of the Hadeland Lag in America, 1910-1989"