Should your mouth ever be bigger than your stomach, may you have a chewing good time!
And may your friends always bring you joy.
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December ~ 2024
Season's Greetings from our Antique Mall
New Hours
For your shopping convenience we will be open Sundays in December this year 10 a.m. till 5 p.m.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Sandra "Sandy" M. Mather-Miezwa. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Sandy's life.
1969 - 55 Years Ago Camp Reasoner - Da Nang Vietnam
The War Vietnam July 1968 - July 1969
I can recall that day I arrived in Nam as a green know it all rookie marine with an attitude. I was going to win the war by myself. What a dumb kid I must have been then. Only moments after arriving that day, reality set in and I learn quickly that I was in hell or some where close.
It seems to be bits and pieces of time that have been locked away for fifty plus years. Over 30 Missions in Vietnam. As a young tough warriors with an attitude from the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, Bravo Company, 2nd Platoon.... Thanks for stopping by today.
Elephant Valley 99 1/2 Hours - March 1969 Click Here
Hill 422 - Blocking Force 101 Hours - March 1969 Click Here
I'm just a simple old warrior who served in the uniform of this country's military in War who loves to discuss all aspects of life. It is my firm conviction that if one understands what caused the war, how the war was conducted, and the Reconstruction Years that followed, one will know what this country is about.
A Summer Day In Nam
A Summer Day In Nam
by Lance Corporal, Floyd Ruggles 1st Reconnaissance Battalion.
"A Brotherhood Forged In Combat"
Last night I awoke to the sounds of thunder. I was recalling a small part of a day a long time ago. As if it was yesterday, as I remember, it was the height of the war that day in ‘69. It seems to be bits and pieces of time that have been locked away for fifty + years. Names and places are not clear to me now, so I’ll do my best to remember. The team of 8 Recon Marines consisted of young, tough, bronzed warriors with an attitude, a gung ho bunch of Marines from the 1st Recon Battalion, Bravo Company, 2nd Platoon. Team name “call sign” unknown at this time. I can’t recall the team’s name for this mission but the team names that come to mind are Blue Spruce, Cayenne, Panama Hat and Albrook that I worked with from time to time. My team was getting briefed by 1st Lt. Riley, his name I can recall. 1st Lt. Brian Riley sticks in my mind because I felt I was responsible for his death and that been playing on my mind all these years. You see, as the pointman for this small team of marines. I was responsible for finding and clearing the areas of all the booby traps, mines and all other devices that can wreak havoc on my brothers in my team. As a scout I took my job seriously all the time and on all my missions. It so happened by faith, maybe luck that I considered myself to be very lucky in life and in the years of ‘68 and ‘69 and so was my good friend Lance Corporal Herman Jonse, I’ll call him Jonsey for short. Yes my good friend Jonsey of Bravo Company, at the time had just returned from R&R “rest and recuperation” in Australia where he met Margaret his wife to be, Margaret. What can I say about Margaret but she was a peach, a down to earth woman and I thought Jonsey was the luckiest guy on earth. But at the time I was a dumb kid and I had no plans to go on R&R. As I told my friend I’m saving for a brand new car. And I can recall that car today that I was saving for, it was a green 1969 Chevy with white racing stripes. A new ’69 Chevy Chevelle SS “Super Sport” with a 396 high performance engine with a Holley carburetor, chrome wheels with Goodyear F70-14 polyglass tires and this car had a Delco AM radio. Well to make a long story short Jonsey talked me into going to Australia for a week to meet his wife to be. I can recall that time in Australia and meeting Margaret as one of the best vacations I ever had and thanks to Jonsey and Margaret that R&R to Australia April 8th through April 15th, 1969 maybe saved my life who knows.
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November ~ 2024
New Hours
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Happy Holidays
Sergeant Richard Michael Hilt North High Class of '66 Click Here Click Here
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Diane Marie Benish-West. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Diane's life.
Our Top 600 Country Songs & Music Videos Click Here
Ernest Tubb
Jack Scott
1st Reconnaissance Battalion
Missions / Patrol Reports
Too close to whisper... ...one click for "yes", two for "no"... "Brothers of the Bush"
---------------------------- Recon...their name is their honor...and nothing more need be said...Recon ------------------------
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September ~ 2024
Vote for Hope
NHS ‘66 Lunch Gathering Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 Photos
Class
of
'66
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Metal Mike Reality American Junk antique's pickers unboxing collectors corner
Lance Corporal 1ST RECON BN, 1ST MARDIV United States Marine Corps 18 August 1945 - 22 September 1965 Peoria, IL Panel 02E Line 092
Gary Paul Bland
Gary Paul Bland
Lance Corporal United States Marine Corps
PERSONAL DATA
Home:
Peoria, Illinois
DOB:
Saturday, 08/18/1945
Sex:
Male
Race:
Caucasian
Married?
No
Religion:
Protestant
MILITARY DATA
Service:
United States Marine Corps
Comp:
Regular
Grade:
E3
Rank:
Lance Corporal
ID No:
2051389
MOS:
2531 - FIELD RADIO OPERATOR
LenSvc:
Between 2 and 3 years
Unit:
1ST RECON BN, 1ST MARDIV
CASUALTY DATA
Start Tour:
Not recorded
Cas Date:
Wednesday, 09/22/1965
Age at Loss:
20
Remains:
Body Recovered
Location:
Quang Tin, South Vietnam
Type:
Hostile, Died
Reason:
Gun, Small Arms Fire - Ground Casualty
Last Update:
September 1966
ON THE WALL
Panel 02E Line 092
Quan Duc Duc Valley deep in enemy controlled territory
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS RALPH H. JOHNSON
Iraqi Freedom
Gospel Music
St Paul Winter Carnival Museum
Welcome to our Museums While you shop our three floors of wonderful antiques and collectibles from local dealers, please enjoy the several museums and collections we've installed on each floor. Included are collections depicting our local history:
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
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Remembering the 70's and 80's Part 2 & Part 3 Click Here
Hank Williams
Golden Age of Country The most comprehensive collection on the Web devoted to the country music of the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s this collection of over 300 musical videos. Brings together the most influential country & western artists of the decades that truly represented the "golden age" in country music history. Click Here to Enter
Memory of
Floyd Arthur Heidelberger Sr.
September 18th, 1927 - April 20th, 2022
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am that swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am that swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
North High School Class of 1966 Classmates Lunch Break 2024
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August ~ 2024
In Memory of
Bruce William Berg
1948 - 2024
Passed Away August 22, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Bruce William Berg. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Bruce's life.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Marlene Rae Goldstein - Bukstein. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Marlene's life.
Yesterday Click to play!
From our Music Index
From our Music Index
"A Call To Duty" Life-size Figurative Bronze War Memorial Sculpture by Edd Hayes Click Here
Golden Age of Country The most comprehensive collection on the Web devoted to the country music of the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s this collection of over 300 musical videos. Brings together the most influential country & western artists of the decades that truly represented the "golden age" in country music history. Click Here to Enter
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July ~ 2024
North High School Class of 1966
In Memory of
Jean M. Janlkowski - Olson
8/4/1948 - 10/21/2023
Passed Away October 21st, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Jean Janlkowski - Olson. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Jean's life.
Golden Age of Country The most comprehensive collection on the Web devoted to the country music of the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s this collection of over 300 musical videos. Brings together the most influential country & western artists of the decades that truly represented the "golden age" in country music history. Click Here to Enter
America celebrates its 248th birthday!
in 2024
Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July Everyone...
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While you shop our three floors of wonderful antiques and collectibles from local dealers, please enjoy the several museums and collections we've installed on each floor. Included are collections depicting our local history:
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Cherokee Heights Grocery Co. Museum
Kitchen Utensil Museum
1933 Chicago World's Fair museum
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May ~ 2024
In Memory of
Gary Lehmeyer
1948 - 2024
NEW UPDATE I received a message from Gary Lehmeyer’s daughter today indicating that his funeral will be at Ft. Snelling on May 31st at 12:10 pm. I hope to attend the service.
******Gary Lehmeyer****** Passed Away February 2024
There are lots of opportunities to find rare treasure at West Saint Paul Antiques or at local yard sales or even on the side of a country road (many people set out collectibles in front of their homes). These are just a few suggestions the truly adventurous in spirit will discover their own experience and will become regular visitors to this historic and interesting city of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Click here for Antiques & Collectibles 101.
American Casualties by Groups & The Medal of Honor Webpage...
Thomas William Haney
Click Here
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Floyd and Linda Ruggles Established West St Paul Antiques ____April 22nd, 1998____ __Online April 22nd, 2009__
Gospel Music
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March ~ 2024
March 1st - April 3rd, 2024
Will be totally disconnected from the Internet!
My brain needs a Rest...
New Inventory 2024
VINTAGE OAK HALL TREE - $225
LARGE APPROX 60.5" X 18" VERY STURDY
New Inventory
VINTAGE SPORTS TEE SHIRTS AND SWEATSHIRTS
VINTAGE SPORTS TEE SHIRTS AND SWEATSHIRTS SMALL SELECTION OF VINTAGE HATS/CAPS VARIETY TO CHOOSE FROM - VARIOUS PRICES - VARIOUS SIZES
ANTIQUE VINTAGE 1914 NATIONAL CASH REGISTER WITH KEYS - $1,500
ANTIQUE VINTAGE 1914 NATIONAL CASH REGISTER WITH KEYS - $1,500
US CALVALRY SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PHOTO - $425
1898-1902 FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH
SIDE TABLE ROUND HAND PAINTED ANTIQUE - $125
BEAUTY!! APPROX. 26.5" TALL, 23.75" IN DIAMETER
TALL STANDING GOLD TONE ANGEL STATUE - $73
BEAUTIFUL! PERFECT FOR SHRINE, GARDEN, HOME DECOR
LARGE TERRACOTTA CLAY JUG - $53
AS IS
PAINTED HERON FIGURE DOUG HICKS - $300
ON WOOD BASE
New Inventory
ANTIQUE VINTAGE FOOTBALL HELMET - $125
1940'S HANDPAINTED ROSES GONE WITH THE WIND LAMP - $295
New Inventory
PAIRPOINT FOUR SEASONS TABLE LAMP - $1,250
6 VINTAGE BENTWOOD CHAIRS - $135
VINTAGE HI BOY - $300
3 DRAWERS, OPEN 2 DOORS AND THERE ARE 4 DRAWERS INSIDE
42" X 60" X 21"
New Inventory
VINTAGE MARBLE TOP 3 DRAWER VANITY WITH TILT MIRROR - $460
41" X 18" X 80"
VINTAGE MARBLE TOP WASHSTAND - $325
APPROX 30"X17"X30" MISSING ONE HANDLE
UNIQUE TABLE COUGAR CAT BASE WITH GLASS TABLE - $65
RARE NATIVE AMERICAN DEATH MASK URN FUR LINED & SIGNED BY ARTIST - $2,500
New Inventory
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February ~ 2024
New Inventory - February 2024
New Inventory
VARIETY OF RED WING COLLECTIBLES
VARIETY OF RED WING COLLECTIBLES PLATES, TRINKET BOXES, PLANTERS, VASES, CUPS A WHOLE CASE HAS VARIOUS RED WING ITEMS PRICES VARY
******Gary Lehmeyer****** Passed Away February 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Gary Lehmeyer. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Gary's life.
We added a new wing to the Saint Paul Winter Carnival Museum.
It was open to the public for the 2024 Carnival.
"The History of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival: a work in progress"
Stop in and check it out soon.
It is up and running year round free to the public!
Saint Paul Winter Carnival Medallion from 2023. On display at West Saint Paul Antiques for a short while.
Stop in and ask us how you can be a part of 2025 Winter Carnival display!
Save the dates!
Saint Paul Winter Carnival – January 25-February 3, 2025. January in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is always the coolest time on account of the annual Saint Paul Winter Carnival that's taking place from January 25 to February 3 This will be the 139 year of fun, don't mess it.
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January ~ 2024
North High School Class of 1966
In Memory of
Lee Anderson
9/17/1948 - 1/21/2024
Passed Away January 21, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Lee Anderson. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Lee's life.
ANDERSON Lee, Age 75, of Oronoco, MN, Passed away on Jan. 21, 2024, in Mesa, AZ. Born on Sept. 17, 1948, in Mora, MN, he graduated from North High School in Mpls in 1966 and began working at MnDot in Golden Valley.
Joining the Army in 1967, Lee served as a Huey helicopter crew chief in Vietnam until 1970.
Returning to MnDot in 1970, he continued his career in Golden Valley, Marshall, and Rochester, retiring from Central Shop in 2002 after 36 years..
Lee, known for his passion for classic and fast muscle cars, frequented numerous car shows. Survived by his son, Bob (Kathryn) Rochester, MN; sister, Eveline, Roseau, MN; brother Mike (Jody), Mora, MN; and life partner, Barb. Lee’s life will be honored in the spring with a graveside burial at the MN State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, MN.
2024 Winter Carnival Buttons are for sale at our antique mall this year. Mention that you saw them on our website and we will give you 10% off your purchase. All funds will go to support the Winter Carnival.
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