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Seven Year Old Captures 15 Pound Northern Bare Handed
In Ortonville Minnesota seven year old Jerry Everson landed a 15 pound northern beside Big Stone Lake. His mother aided by finding a bathing suit while neighbor Jackie Zummach confirmed the tale. The fish had a prior hook in its throat and seemed to be suffocating when netted by the boy.
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Ortonville Independent
Ortonville
Minnesota
Jerry Everson
Warren Everson
Big Stone Lake
Jerry