D. M. (Marty) Coughlin. 5" x 7" black and white photograph; D. M. Coughlin, known as Marty Coughlin, "born at Faribault, Minn., on June 2, 1897; attended St. Henry Grade School at Perham, graduated from Sacred Heart High School, Waseca; graduated from St. Thomas College and received a PhD in journalism at Note Dame University; while attending Note Dame he was a member of the football and basketball teams. In 1922-23 was coach at Cathedral High School, Duluth. In 1923 he became associated with hi ... more
Anton Stucky. 3 1/4" x 4 1/2" black and white photograph; Anton Stucky, "called by everyone . . . born in Dodge County, Minn., on March 20, 1867. After completing his education he came to Waseca in 1899 as a partner with Steve Preston, operating the Preston-Stucky Drug Store. After the death of Mr. Preston in 1914, he took over the store and with his son, Paul, is still operating the Stucky Drug Store. Although 80 years old Mr. Stucky is very active. He served on the Waseca Board of Education f ... more
William Manthey. 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" black and white photograph; William C. Manthey, "born in the city of Waseca where he has always made his home. He is a graduate of Waseca High School; served overseas in World War I; is a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Lion's Club and Tuscan Lodge #77, A. F. and A. M. For the past several years he has served as cashier of Farmers National Bank, and still holds that position at the present time. He is a member of the Waseca Board of Education. A sincere frie ... more
A. F. Sponberg. 3 1/8" x 4 1/2" black and white photograph; A. F. Sponberg, "one of Waseca County's best known men, was born on a farm in Otisco Township. When he was a young man, his father died, leaving his mother alone with several small children. When Fred grew to manhood, he took over the old homestead which he still owns, and he resided there until a few years ago when he moved to New Richland. He married Hulda Peterson in 1902. He attended Gustavus Adolphus College; four of his children h ... more
George Witter. 3 3/4" x 5 3/4" black and white photograph; George Witter, "came from Canada to Waseca; served as local manager of Hayes-Lucas Lumber Co. for several years. He served as Worshipful Master of Tuscan Lodge #77 for 1922. He moved to Albert Lea in 1924 where he served as Secretary of People's Loan Co. He was one of the best supporters of scouting in Cedar Valley area. He was awarded the Silver Beaver Award. He served as alderman in Albert Lea. He passed away January 21, 1944. His memo ... more
Donald Brown. 4" x 6 1/4" black and white photograph; Donald C. Brown, father of Wayne "Bumps" Brown and Grove Brown; "graduated from New Richland High School, learned the printer's trade in his father's newspaper office at New Richland. Later was in partnership with Herbert Sivert, and they purchased the New Richland Star which they published for several years. He came to Waseca in 1924, joined the Waseca Journal staff and in 1927 bought half interest from the late W. A. Clement and became edit ... more
Parson C. M. Brandon. 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" black and white photograph; Parson C. M. Brandon, "a former automobile salesman, he took up the ministry and was the Episcopal Rector at Waseca for many years. That is when I met him and a dear friend he turned out to be. I will never forget 1925 when I was ill, he visited me every day (but two when he was out of town) for seven weeks. He was an ardent worker with the Boy Scouts. It was during his pastorate in Waseca that the beautiful Episcopal Church was ... more
Andrus R. Downie. 4 1/2" x 3 7/8" black and white photograph; Andrus R. Downie, also called Andy Downie, "born in Scotland, arrived in America in 1927; coming directly to Waseca, he entered the 8th grade of the Waseca Public Schools in the Fall of 1927. He graduated from high school in the class of 1932, being Salutatorian of the class. He entered the University of Minnesota and graduated from the School of Agriculture. he is now in the employ of U.S.D.A. as a Pathologist engaged in sugar beet i ... more
William Zetterberg. 5" x 6 1/2" black and white photograph; William A. Zetterberg, "born in Carver County, Minn.; was station agent at New Richland for several years and later joined the Everett-Aughenbaugh Milling Co. He was employed as Purchasing Agent until the firm moved to Minneapolis in 1925. While he resided in Waseca, he was one of Waseca's best civic workers. It was my privilege to work with him. At the time of his death, he was employed at Dayton's in Minneapolis. I had the deepest re ... more
Russell Peterson. Material: paper. Size: 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". Description: black and white photograph; Russell Peterson, "son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Peterson, born in Otisco Township, and grew to manhood there. He attended school District #48 and later attended Waseca High School, graduating from that school. He worked on his parents' farm and later purchased a meat market in New Richland. He still operates the market which he has expanded. His store is called the Peterson Fairway Store. ... more
E. A. Everett. 5 3/4" x 8" black and white photograph; E. A. Everett, "could accomplish more work in one day than any man I know. He quit school at the age of 15 to help his father in the milling business, and through his management it grew into a million dollar concern. There were many times when he would not leave the office for several days at a time. He took great interest in his city and was responsible for the first pavement in Waseca. When you enjoy the nice trees and blossoms on old Lake ... more
Richard York Descendants. Material: paper, metal and plastic. Size: 9" 3/4 W. x 11 1/2" L. Description: red three-ring cover; white title label: "Descendants of Richard York and Elizabeth in Maine"; contents: family names, handwritten notations of York family descendants.
John Gran and Lena Florin; Christoffer Gran and Johann Peterson Family History. Material: paper, metal and plastic. Size: 9" 3/4 W. x 11 1/2" L. Description: gray three-ring cover, white title label: "John (Johansson) Gran & Lena Florin - Christoffer (Johannson) Gran & Johanna Peterson"; contents: white photocopied pages of related family names and documents; black ink handwritten notations; family names and documents.
Roberts, Merrill, Plummer and Freeman. Material: paper, metal and plastic. Size: 9" 3/4 W. x 11 1/2" L. Description: gray three-ring cover; white title label: "Ebenezer Roberts (Son of Vincent Roberts) and Lydia Merrill, Sally Plummer and Rachel Freeman, In Maine, Indiana, Illinois and Iowa"; white photocopied pages of related family names and documents; blue ink handwritten notations.
Gustaf Larson, Kristina Johansdotter Family Tree. Material: paper, metal and plastic. Size: 9" 3/4 W. x 11 1/2" L. Description: blue three-ring vinyl cover; white title label: "Larson Family Tree in Sweden and America; Gustaf Larson and Kristina Johansdotter"; white photocopied pages of related family names and documents; black ink and pencilled handwritten notations.
George Dunn Stowe. 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" black and white photograph of George Dunn Stowe, "born at Whitewater, Wis., July 24, 1876. His parents came from the British Isles, his father being a butter and cheese factory operator. He attended rural schools in Wisconsin until 12 years old, when he enrolled in the Whitewater State Normal School. In 1894 an injury necessitated his withdrawal from school and for the next 14 years he lived with his parents on a farm. As his health improved he resumed his stud ... more
John J. Miller. 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" black and white photograph of John J. Miller, "whom I consider one of my very best friends, he is always willing to lend me a helping hand and is as loyal as the day is long. To John I wish good health and continued success in life. John was born on February 28, 1916 at Webster, Wis., and entered the employment of the E. F. Johnson Co. at Waseca in 1941. Served in the Navy during WWII, member of Grace Lutheran Church, past master of Tuscan Lodge #77, served as Dis ... more
Andrew G. Phelps. 3" x 4 1/2" black and white photograph of Andrew G. Phelps, "oldest son of George R. and Isabele (Harding) Phelps, and grandson of early St. Mary Township settlers; born December 24, 1901, was educated in rural District #17 and Waseca High School; served as St. Mary Township Supervisor 1935 to 1947. Lived entire life in Waseca County, served as Worshipful Master of Tuscan Lodge #77, A.F. & A.M. in 1955. Present avocation is Engineer on Chicago & Northwestern Railroad. Present a ... more
Harold Sunde. 3" x 4" black and white photograph of Harold Sunde, "born in New Richland, Minn., where he has spent his entire life. He is the son of Paul Sunde, the first merchant of New Richland, a graduate of New Richland High School in the second class of the school. He was associated with his father in the mercantile business for many years. Later his brother-in-law, J. W. Romine, became a partner in the firm, and that firm was known for many years as the Sunde-Romine Mercantile Company. It ... more
George Wyman. 4 1/2" 6 1/4" black and white photograph of George N. Wyman, "born in Blooming Grove township on October 31, 1866, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Wyman, and has resided in Waseca County since the time of his birth. On April 25, 1893 he married Carrie Myrick who passed away on November 2, 1948. In September 1885? he entered the service of the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Company, and was retired on pension in June 1937. He served as Mayor of Waseca for one term. Despite his advan ... more
Pete Madden. 4 1/4" x 6 1/4" black and white photograph of Pete Madden, "a Waseca product, being born in Waseca in March, 1887; graduated from Waseca High School, learned the telegrapher's trade and was telegraph operator for several years. He studied law in Henry M. Gallagher's office, was admitted to the bar and became a member of the law firm of Gallagher, Madden & Gallagher. During the World War I he entered the 2nd Minnesota Field Artillery July 6, 1917. He entered the Naval Reserves and wa ... more
John Seashore. 3 1/2" x 5 1/2" black and white photograph of John Seashore, "born in Sweden, came to U.S. in 1910, directly to Minneapolis. Enlisted in the Navy, spending 18 months in the Great Lakes Naval Training School. After World War I, he located in Waseca and has made his home here since. An outstanding painter and interior decorator; he is a past Noble Grand of the local I.O.O.F. Lodge, charter member of the Lion's Club of Waseca, the Treasurer of the Congregational Church and an all aro ... more
Otto Johnson. 3" x 4 1/4" black and white photograph of Otto Johnson, "son of Moses Johnson who settled in Vista community in 1857. He was born and spent his whole life in Otisco Township where he held many offices of public trust. He was the Otisco Farmers Mutual Insurance Co.'s first secretary which position he held for over 40 years, when he resigned on account of ill health. He, with Phillip Bishman, started the first creamery in Otisco, which later became the present Co-operative Creamery. ... more
E. F. Johnson Company Edgar F. Johnson. 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" black and white photograph of Edgar F. Johnson, "born on a farm in Otisco Township, Waseca, Minn. He received his grade and high school education in Waseca, graduating in 1916. Attended Yankton College 1916-17, University of Minnesota, 1918-1921, receiving a B.S. degree in electrical engineering. It was in 1926 when he started the E. F. Johnson Company. Later his brothers, Marvin and Everett joined the partnership. In 1953 the company was m ... more
