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1974 Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt

Submitted by Joe Medallion (not verified) on

Found by Pat Cullen, Don Monson, and Bill Sieberer on Friday afternoon after 11 clues.

Hunt Information
Dates
Scheduled Dates
Sunday, January 27, 1974
Find Date
Friday, February 1, 1974
Finders
Name
Pat Cullen
Name
Don Monson
Name
Bill Sieberer Sieberer
Prize
Maximum Prize
$2,500
Awarded Prize
$2,500
Location
General Location
Cherokee Park
Pinpointed Location
Between a large oak tree, and a grove of pine trees and large rock directly in line with Winona St.
Concealer
Inside a Coca Cola can concealed within a White paper bag

44.9214, -93.1072

Clues
Clue 1
Published Date
Sunday, January 27, 1974, 12:00 AM

We toured the town for '74
Seeking a place for the Boreas loot.
It's hidden in Ramsey, we can't tell you more
So enjoy and be cautious to boot.

The official meaning of the clue.

This tells that the treasure is hidden in Ramsey County.

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Clue 2
Published Date
Monday, January 28, 1974, 12:00 AM

If you go to an area
Where one is fun but two is merrier,
You'll find it natural for temps to rise
In your quest for the coveted prize

The official meaning of the clue.

"One is fun - two are merrier" refers to the nearby parking area frequented by amorous couples.

Our Thoughts

So does "natural for temps to rise"

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Clue 3
Published Date
Monday, January 28, 1974, 4:00 PM

A pair of sixes on the dice
Have a meaning all their own.
They don't look good to a shooter,
But they can help put you on the Boreas throne.

The official meaning of the clue.

"A pair of sixes" refers to "boxcars," the slang term used by dice players for two sixes. They can be seen from bluffs on the way to the hiding spot.

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Clue 4
Published Date
Tuesday, January 29, 1974, 12:00 AM

Proceed without particular reservation
To where the spirit moves you.
Yonder you'll see the light;
Could be a help with this year's plight.

The official meaning of the clue.

"Reservation" is Indian lore, the park being Cherokee. "Spirit" ..of 76 the storage tanks in view. "Yonder you'll see the light" refers to the NSP stack with its blinking lights in view on the way to the spot.

Our Thoughts

Rarely does a clue attempt such lofty aspirations as this one. This is a true example of trying to do too much too fast.

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Clue 5
Published Date
Tuesday, January 29, 1974, 4:00 PM

A pair of eagles summer shadows cast
But now is now and that's all past
Behave as you brave the wintery elements
Do nothing to anger the neighborhood residents.

The official meaning of the clue.

"A pair of eagles" refers to "Under the Double Eagle" a popular march usually played at Cherokee bandstand during summer concerts.

Our Thoughts

Another "yowza" clue that probably confused a lot of folks.

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Clue 6
Published Date
Wednesday, January 30, 1974, 12:00 AM

All the flies don't come to picnics,
All bats don't fly at night.
So come on out, and take a look
Where the treasure is, it's white.

The official meaning of the clue.

"All flies don't come to picnics .... All bats don't fly at night" There's a nearby ball field and picnic ground. "Where the treasure is, it's white" means it's in a snowy area.

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Clue 7
Published Date
Wednesday, January 30, 1974, 4:00 PM

A dozen isn't always twelve
And therein lies your clue.
Find the treasure and soar to heights
Amidst trees that obscure your view.

The official meaning of the clue.

"A dozen isn't always twelve" A baker's dozen is 13. This double clue refers to Baker St. and Hwy. 13 which are boundaries of the treasure site.

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Clue 8
Published Date
Thursday, January 31, 1974, 12:00 AM

Come on you swingers, gather 'round;
The treasure's ready, waiting to be found.
Five reminders of a holiday
Are also a help in pointing the way.

The official meaning of the clue.

"Swingers" refers to the children's swings and "five reminders of a holiday" are the five small pine trees near the spot.

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Clue 9
Published Date
Thursday, January 31, 1974, 4:00 PM

Think of wampum as you search
And a mushroom not in a cave.
Don't try to score without a hoop,
Just look around if it's treasure you crave.

The official meaning of the clue.

"Wampum" is from Indian lore and "mushroom" refers to the mushroom-like canopy in the picnic area. "Don't try to score without a hoop" refers to the basketball backboard near spot with no hoop.

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Clue 10
Published Date
Friday, February 1, 1974, 12:00 AM

A steamboat town in our southern part
Will offer you a place to start.
But watch your step in your quest for the treasure,
A scenic grove will enhance your pleasure.

The official meaning of the clue.

"A steamboat town in our southern part" is for Winona which is the street directly in line with the large rock. "Scenic grove" indicates many trees around.
 

Our Thoughts

Winona is known for its annual Steamboat Days festival.

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Clue 11
Published Date
Friday, February 1, 1974, 4:00 PM

St. Pat's color is near the spot
Where hidden treasure lies.
The nickname for diamond is nearby, too,
So be a seeker who tries.

The official meaning of the clue.

"St. Pat's color" is the green paint on the rock referred to with "nickname for diamond".

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Clue 12

It's the real thing you're lookin' for
And the clues are starting to mesh.
So take a look on a wide open space
Without a pause to refresh.

The official meaning of the clue.

"The real thing" and "pause to refresh" refer to the Coca Cola can that contained the medallion. "Wide open space" again tells that it is in an open area.

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Clue 13

If you're not at Cherokee, you're in the wrong spot
In the Boreas medallion race.
Your fortune is between an oak and a rock,
So look to the middle and pace.

The official meaning of the clue.

Cherokee Park and treasure hidden between the rock and a large oak tree.

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