Duluth’s Wild Centennial Court Jesters | Duluth News

In 1956, Duluth celebrated its centennial with a hilarious mock kangaroo court that punished local officials with absurd, embarrassing pranks—shaving cream, ice cubes down pants, and even nose-pegging a peanut. Chief probation officer Jack Young endured the icy treatment while lying on his back in front of the courthouse. Meanwhile, historical snapshots reveal how the city evolved: from 1926’s Arrowhead Bridge construction to 1976’s hospital body scanners and 2006’s probationary employee layoffs—each moment a quirky glimpse into Duluth’s ever-changing past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/779006dd67408ca0