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Defeat of Jesse James Days Schedule—Sept. 5, 2013

DJJD kicks into high gear with bingo, rides and an author talk by Mark Lee Gardner, a historian who has new evidence to offer about the raid.

Thursday

 New Insights on the Northfield Raid
Start DJJD off with the latest in historical research into that events of that infamous day, Sept. 7, 1876. This Thursday, Mark Lee Gardner, a historian and author from Colorado, will discuss some new findings published in his book, Shot All To Hell: Jesse James, the Northfield Raid, and the Wild West’s Greatest Escape. Gardner's talk begins at  6:30 p.m. at the Northfield Historical Society. A book signing will follow. Admission is free.

Unlimited Ride Night
The only discount day at the carnival will be Thursday. Wrist-bands can be purchased in advance for $15 at First National Bank, Community Resource Bank, Premier Bank, Econo Foods, Cub Foods and Rocky Top. The carnival opens at 5 p.m. and closes at 10 p.m.

Bingo on Bridge Square
Proceeds will go to Northfield Fire and Rescue.Thursday, 6 p.m. to midnight


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