Consternation and Mayhem

Yesterday I ran down to Burgraff’s ACE Hardware to buy a posthole digger to begin the process of preventing my side yard from becoming a sink hole next spring. I said hello to Duluth’s retired Mayor Gary Doty while shopping. He asked me genially how things were going and I grinned and said that any day I can bring about consternation and mayhem was a good day. The Mayor was quick to reply assuring me, “Then you’re having a good day.”

That led to a friendly discussion about the state of the schools but it didn’t long. We both had work to attend to.

About the author

Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

https://duluthreader.com/contributors/h/84/284-harry-welty