In Minneapolis on Saturday, March 26, 1966, Dale wrote, “High 35°. Took Lela Schmitt to supper with us at Sweden House. Watched Edina beat Duluth for the state high school basketball championship.” Mrs. Schmitt lived in the upstairs apartment, and her husband, Lynn, was in the service. Edina (26-0) beat Duluth East 82-75 in overtime.