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Benjamin Hayes and North Dakota's Hidden History
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- Jun 21, 2026
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Summary
This Juneteenth, North Dakota’s Historical Society spotlighted Benjamin Hayes — a Black man living in Jamestown in 1882 who became the first cook for the Stutsman County Courthouse and jail. More than just a kitchen worker, his story reveals the often-overlooked Black presence in rural Dakota Territory, reminding us that history is made by everyday people whose contributions deserve to be remembered. The Society’s mission? To uncover and share these “micro-histories” to paint a fuller, truer picture of North Dakota’s past — one overlooked story at a time. Support the show: Get a discount at https://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/82b79e749b88b07b