Judge James Garrity, a life-long Moorhead resident, describes the practice of law in Moorhead from late 1940s through the late 1970s when he became a judge. He reflected on his father;s practice as well. He discusses the varied personalities of other lawyers, interesting cases, and his perceptions of how the law has changed.
William Dosland discusses his years as a lawyer, including his involvement with the Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association and his work for them during the acquisition of the American Crystal Sugar Company. His involvement as a Minnesota state senator, with the city of Moorhead and on the Board of Regents for the University of Moorhead. Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1927, William Dosland moved to Moorhead after World War II.