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Military trials site marker

Marker at the site of military trials of Dakota men conducted after the US–Dakota War of 1862. Erected by the Minnesota Valley Historical Society in 1898. Photo by K. Linzmeier, July 30, 2013.

Milk carton kayak used in Minneapolis Aquatennial, 1971

Kayak constructed of waxed paper milk cartons over wooden frame with masonite supports. Brands of milk cartons used include Land-O-Lakes, Target, Polka-Dot Dairy, Inc., Dairy Fresh Brand, Purity-Ohleen, Franklin and Farmdale. Large advertisement stickers adhered to top of kayak are for sponsors including radio stations KDWB 63, and WDGY and Dairy Queen. Paddle wheel attachment is constructed of masonite with wood beam supports. Paddle hand crank made of white PVC pipe connected to wood supports with a small metal bracket connected to wood. Used in the 1971 Minneapolis Aquatennial.