Arthur Link 1914-2010
June 4, 2010 4 Comments
When I moved to Bismarck, ND, in February, I looked forward to two things especially: Seeing the northern lights and meeting Art Link at least once.
Link was former governor and the subject of the documentary When the Landscape is Quiet Again. He’s remembered in that film for his firm environmentalism at a time when many thought North Dakota ought to be “sacrificed” for the benefit of the rest of the country during the 1970s oil crisis.
He also played the fiddle. Redwing, usually.
Unfortunately, he died Tuesday, at the age of 96. There will be a procession and viewing tomorrow (Friday) at the State Capitol here in Bismarck.
He seemed like a good man, and I’m sorry I didn’t get to meet him. This is my Bismarck Stories blog tribute to Governor Link:
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That’s a lovely tribute, Cat and John. Thanks so much for introducing me to Gov. Link, who is now on my heroes list. I’m so sorry that you didn’t get to meet him.
You would have liked him a lot. He and his wife Grace are the most gracious people I know. We may have lost one of North Dakota’s champions, but what he accomplished in his lifetime will not soon be forgotten.
Cat, great video of you and John with Redwing! One of my favorite tunes. Since you never played on my show, this is the next best thing. BTW, on my June 13 show at 11:00, I’m hosting a very interesting Irish duo called Four Shillings Short, so listen in if you like.
Finally, I’m enjoying your Bismarck blog–it makes me want to pay a visit. Maybe Susan and I will drive up…sometime.
Lenny
Hi Lenny! When I get a few minutes I’m going to answer your comment with a whole post of its own. Meanwhile, maybe you can record your June 13 show? I’ll be on the road from a weekend at the Peace Garden that morning.