Happy Birthday! - On March 1, 2006, St. Mary's 4th graders attended the 139th Nebraska Statehood Birthday party in O'Neill. Master of Ceremonies was Secretary of State, John Gale, "Cactus Jack", who officially declared March 1st as 'Statehood Day' by reading from a proclamation signed by Governor Heineman. Chris Sayer and David Seay, two outstanding youth entertainers, provided fun and historical entertainment with their musical instruments. The National Guard presented the colors, dignitaries and guests were introduced, a Nebraska History Quiz was taken, the official cake was cut, and each student left with a birthday treat.