Barron County, Wisconsin - Chapter 13: Biographical and Geneological Review, 1922 (part 17 of 46)

Bert A. Johnson, a prosperous farmer of Section 5, Sumner Township, is a fine example of the modern, progressive and public spirited men, of old American families, who have left the fertile acres and established prosperity of the states to the south, to cast their fortunes with the people of this part of the state which is still in the making. He is a thorough expert in his line, he believes in modern methods, he is genial and generous in temperament, and he is one of the real leaders in the community, and an active factor in the forces which are moulding the destinies of the county. He was born in Russell, Lucas County, Iowa, June 26, 1882, son of Daniel and Mary (Schrum) Johnson, natives respectively of Ohio and Indiana, and both descended from long lines of Colonial ancestry. Daniel Johnson came west to Illinois as a young man, married there, and then came to Lucas County, Iowa, where he farmed the remainder of his days. During the Civil War he served three years and six months in Co. I, 6th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. The subject of this sketch was the ninth of ten children. He was reared on the home farm, and as a young man took over its management. He there carried on general farming, and made a specialty of Shorthorn cattle, Shropshire sheep, and good standard horses. April 3, 1917, he came to Barron County, and purchased 160 acres in Sections 6 and 6, Sumner Township, and 80 acres in Section 32, Doyle Township. He has started in with a will to meet the changed con¬ ditions he found here, and he is meeting with excellent success. He carries on general farming, and makes a specialty of full blooded Jersey cattle, and good sheep and horses. He has a deep faith in the future of this region, and is enthusiastic as to the possibilities here. Mr. Johnson was married June 8, 1904, to Katherine Kimler, born at Albia, Iowa on Sept. 18, 1884, daughter of Benjamin Kimler, of Monroe County, Iowa. This union has been blessed with five children: Clel, born Aug. 10, 1906; Dean, born Feb. 10, 1909; Dwain, born Oct. 20, 1913; Lee, born Sept. 10, 1916, and Carrol, born April 12, 1918.

Paul Alton, a successful farmer of Section 6, Sumner Township, was born on the home place in Section 7, this township, June 20, 1883, the son of Peter and Ingeborg Alton, early settlers. He was reared on the home place, attended the district schools, and learned farming from his parents. In 1912, he bought his present place of 80 acres. The farm was developed to a certain extent, and he has continued the improvements. He has erected a sightly modern home, put an addition on the barn, and erected two new silos. Here he successfully carries on general farming, and pays particular attention to a good herd of Jersey cattle. He takes an active part in the affairs of the community, and believes in progress and betterment along all lines. He is a stockholder in the Shipping Association.

Martin I. Borgen, a modern and progressive farmer of Section 23, Dallas township, was born in Eau Claire, Wis., son of Hans and Magdalena (Steven¬ son) Borgen, early settlers, now living retired in Dallas Village. He attended the district school, learned farming from his father, and worked with his parents until he was of age. Then for some years he was variously employed. In 1903, he purchased 80 acres in Section 23, Dallas Township, and in 1917 he added the 80 acres of the A. S. Pelton farm, making in all a good place of 160 acres of excellent land. He has put up a good set of modern buildings. The house and barn are both equipped with many comforts and conveniences, in¬ cluding the Delco lighting system and running water. The buildings are in the best of repair and are a sightly feature of the landscape, surrounded by pleasant yards and lawns. A beautiful evergreen hedge north of the house was set out in 1909 by Mr. Borgen when two feet high, they are now, 1921, 20 feet high. The farm is well tilled and well fenced, and well supplied with tools, implements and machinery. The stock consists of a herd of graded Holsteins and a herd of graded Herefords, each headed by a full blooded sire. Mr. Borgen is a fine type of the modern farmer. He keeps thoroughly abreast of the tinges, he reads the farm journals and bulletins, he adopts new de¬ velopments to local conditions, and he is farming in a sensible and profitable manner. As a public spirited citizen he takes his share in everything that is for the best good of the community. As the father of children, he is a be¬ liever in education, and for several years he has been a member of the school board of which he was the clerk for three years. In this capacity he is doing most excellent work. He is a stockholder in the Dallas Telephone Co. Mr. Borgen was married at Dallas on Dec.. 14, 1905, to Ellen Amdall, who was born at Roland, Story County, Iowa, June 29, 1882, the daughter of Ove and Agatha (Barke) Amdall, the former of whom farmed in Barron County about ten years, and now lives in Minnesota, and the latter of whom died Jan. 6, 1897. Mr. and Mrs. Borgen have five children: Otto, born Oct. 11, 1906; Mabel, born Aug. 31, 1908; Morris, born Oct. 1, 1910: Grace, born March 28, 1912; and John, born Sept. 27, 1914; a bright family of lively and well-behaved children who are doing well with their studies in the public schools. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Isaac H. Baland, a progressive citizen owning a fine farm of 160 acres in Section 26, Dallas Township, was born in Menomonie, Dunn County, this state, Feb. 4, 1873, the son of Torger and Carrie (Peterson) Baland. These good people came to America as children, and were reared in Wisconsin, where as a young man he did railroad work, and in 1873 settled on a farm in Dunn County, where they spent the remainder of their lives, he dying in 1897 and she in 1888. The subject of this sketch attended the schools of his native county, learned farming from his father, and remained with him until his death. Then he became engineer in a brick yard at Menomonie. In 1902 he came to Barron County, and bought 80 acres in Section 36, Dallas Township, where he put up a good set of buildings and cleared about twenty-five acres. He became well known, and was elected school treasurer, serving for several terms. In 1915, he sold that farm, and bought 120 acres in Section 26. Four years later he bought 40 acres more in the same section. He repaired the buildings and erected some new ones. He has brought the place to a high degree of cultivation, and has developed it into one of the best farms in the neighborhood. Here he successfully carries on general farming and dairying. His herd is composed of mixed Guernseys and his swine are Duroc- Jerseys. He believes in scientific methods, and keeps well abreast of the times in all his operations. In 1909 he was elected assessor and served with fairness and satisfaction for eight years. Then in 1917 he was elected chair¬ man of the township, in which position he is still serving. He advocates progress and improvements, he is a friend of good roads, and has faith in development along all lines. His work has given general satisfaction to the voters. As a member of the county board he has been a member of the com¬ mittee on roads and bridges, and in this capacity has won commendation throughout the county. He has taken his share in various co-operative effort, and is a stockholder in the Farmers' Store at Dallas. Fraternally he is a mem¬ ber of the Beavers. Mr. Baland was married in Dallas Township May 10, 1896, to Verna Bishop, who was born in Dunn County, the daughter of David and Mattie Bishop, and died in December, 1907. This union was blessed with six children. Archie was born July 18, 1897, and was inducted into service for the World War in October, 1918, trained at Camp Shelby, Miss., in Co. 7, of Infantry, and is now a garage man in Dallas. Van was born Oct. 12, 1898, and lives at Duluth, Minn. Carrie was born March 8, 1900, and married Henry Peterson, of Prairie Farm. Maude was born Nov. 21, 1902. Victor was born July 24, 1906. Malcolm was born Dec. 13, 1907. On Nov. 24, 1910, Mr. Baland married Eda Richard, who was born at Juneau,, Dodge County, Wis., May 16, 1877, the daughter of William and Gunhild -(Tollefson) Richard, natives respectively of Germany and Norway, who in 1886 moved from Juneau, Dodge County, to Pierce County, also in this state, where the father still lives and where the mother died Oct. 28, 1909. Mrs. Baland was the youngest of four children, the others being Albert, William and Charles Mr. and Mrs. Baland have had two children: William R., born Aug. 8, 1917, and Allen C., born Feb. 13, 1919.

Markus Gilbertson, a substantial citizen of Section 3, west, Dallas Town¬ ship, was born in Norway, Feb. 16, 1867, the son of Gilbert and Mary (Engebretson) Gunderson. He attended school in Norway, and as a young man worked on farms and in a malting plant. He came to America in 1903, and bought 40 acres in Section 3, west, Dallas Township, this county He fixed up the house, erected a barn and outbuildings, and cleared some twenty acres. There he carried on general farming for nine years. In 1912 he traded his farm for another tract, consisting of 60 acres in the same section. Here he put Up a good set of buildings, including a pleasant home, and a barn, erected in 1919, and furnished with the James equipment. He has cleared about thirty acres, some of which he had to stump. As a farmer and dairy¬ man he is making a good living, and as a good citizen he is doing his duty in every respect. Mr. Gilbertson was married in Norway, Nov. 16, 1893, to Gurena Solie, the daughter of Ole and Leah (Winthrop) Solie, both now de¬ ceased. Mrs. Gilbertson died Feb. 24, 1920. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbertson had seven children. Gilbert was born Dec. 6, 1894, and is now in Penn, N. D. Ole wae born Dec. 24, 1896, and lives in Coopertown, N. D. Elling was born Oct. 20, 1899, and lives in Bloomer, Wis. Leonard was born Dec. 22, 1904; Lillie was born June 16, 1907; Martha was born Nov. 26, 1908, and William was born April 19, 1913. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Roy A. Huseth, energetic farmer of Section 10, Dallas Township, and veteran of the World War, is a native of this county, born on the pioneer farm where he still resides, April 7, 1896, the son of Erick and Julia (Amundson) Huseth, natives of Norway, and early residents of this county. He was reared on the home place, attended the district schools, and learned farming from his father. He was inducted into the United States service, April 2, 1918, and trained at Camp Casey, Wash., with Headquarters Company, 48th Coast Ar¬ tillery. From there he was sent to Camp Stewart, Va. He was sent to France, in August, of the same year, landing at Brest. He again reached the United States, March 8, 1919, and was discharged March 28, 1919, at Camp Grant, Rockford, Illinois. Then he returned home and rented his father's farm in Section 10, Dallas Township. He is an industrious, hard working young man, ambitious and popular, and is already getting a good start in life. He is one of the leaders among the young people, and is held in high esteem. He carries on general farming and dairying, and is developing a good herd of Holstein cattle. Like the other members of the family, he a member of the Norwegian Lutheran Church at Dallas and is loyal in his support. His sister, Palma, keeps house for him.

Hans Arneson, a pioneer of Section 6, Sumner Township, was born in Norway, May 23, 1838, and was there reared and educated. He came to America in 1868, and found his way to Wisconsin. He was married in Vernon County, Wis., on Nov. 10, 1871, to Oline Olson, who was born in Norway, Nov. 23, 1844, and came to America in 1871. After their marriage, they lived in Vernon County, this state. In 1872, they came to Barron County, riding in with a neighbor. They located on Section 6, Sumner Township, where they erected a log cabin and started home making. They had little to start with. In domestic animals they had not even a chicken. For tools they had an ax, a hoe, an iron bar, a shovel and a spade, and little more. Their furniture consisted of some crude makeshifts, and their household utensils were few indeed. But they had faith and courage, and in time they achieved success. They were both devout people and some of the earliest services of the Norwegian Lutheran congregation were held in their log cabin. After a long and useful life, he died May 30, 1910, and his good wife is still living. In the family there were five children: Arnt, Oluf, Carl, Martin and Hannah.

Ludwig Alton, a prosperous farmer of Section 5, Sumner Township, is a native of this township, born on the old home place in Section 7, June 26, 1881, the son of Peter and Ingeborg Alton. He was reared on the home farm, attended the district school, and also took courses in the Rice Lake High School. As a youth he spent several winters in the lumber woods. By this means he saved $50. This $50 he invested as first payment on 80 acres of land in his home section. About four acres had been cleared, but no buildings had been erected. He started in with almost nothing to work with, and gradually improved the place until he had a good house and barn, and a part of the land cleared. In 1909 he sold out and moved to his present place, which is the old homestead of his wife's father, Hans Arneson. He has continued the improvements on this place, and has erected a silo and sheds. He carries on general farming, and makes a specialty of Guernsey cattle. He is a friend of every movement which has for its object the betterment of farm conditions, and is a stockholder in the Farmers' Co-operative Store at Canton, and the Farmers' Telephone Company, as well as a member of the Guernsey Breeds ers Association. Mr. Alton was married June 6, 1906, to Hannah Arneson, born on the place where they now live, Feb. 7, 1884, the daughter of Hans and Oline (Olson) Arneson. This union has been blessed with six children: Ollie, Harriett, Violet, and Lindsey. Harold, the oldest, died at the age of two years in 1908, and Hubert died March 9, 1921, at the age of one year and seven months. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Peter Alton, a pioneer of Sumner Township, was born in Norway, Jan. 6, 1830, descended from a good line of Norwegian ancestry. He was reared and educated in that country, and on May 3, 1864, married Ingeborg Olson, who was born in that country, April 29, 1840. In 1869 they came to America with their two children, Anna and Olena. Upon reaching Wisconsin they stopped a short time at Neenah, in Winnebago County, and then located in Portage county, where they farmed for a number of years. In the middle seventies they came to Barron County, and secured 160 acres of wild land in Section 7, Sumner Township. At first they had but little to do with. He had to walk to Rice Lake or the old town of Sumner to do his trading, bringing supplies home on his back. The first summer he purchased a cow, and in time raised and trained two of her calves for oxen. Mr. and Mrs. Alton were true pioneers, and underwent all the experiences incident to life in this part of the county in the early days. In their log cabin, 16 by 16 feet, the first Norwegian Lutheran services were held in this vicinity. With the passage of the years they prospered, and in time built up a good farm. He died May 12, 1911, and his widow is still living on the home place. Two children already mentioned, Anna and Olena, were born in the old country. Nettie was born in Portage County, this state. Christ, Ludwig and Paul were born on the place in Barron County.

Christ Alton, a well-known farmer of Section 7, Sumner Township, was born in a lob cabin on the place where he still resides, Feb. 9, 1875, the son of Peter and Ingeborg Alton. He was reared here, attended school, and learned farming from his father. He gradually assumed the responsibilities of the place, and on June 13, 1902, in partnership with his brother, Paul, took over its management. Since 1911 he has managed it alone, and has purchased 35 acres more. He has continued the improvements made by his father. He built over the house, and erected a new barn, 36 by 92 feet, with cement floor, and equipped with patent stanchions and other modern appliances. He carries on general farming and dairying, and is already well started on the road to success. He is a stockholder in the Farmers' Store at Canton. Mr. Alton was married at Sumner in May, 1913, to Lena Peiper, born in Sumner Township,

Raymond E. Malone, postmaster at Canton, and manager of the Farmers' Store, is one of the active, influential men of the community, and is well liked by all who know him. As postmaster he has given general satisfaction, and as merchant he is known for business ability and fair dealing. He is a native of this county, born on the old townsite of Sumner, in Sumner Township, Sept. 10, 1880, the son of John E. and Fannie (Grilley) Malone, being the second of four children. As a small boy he attended the rural schools. At the tender age of ten he started out for himself by working on neighboring farms for his board and lodging and care. He was a sturdy youth of seven¬ teen when he went to Superior, Wis., and became identified with the fuel business, one year as a driver and then eleven years in the yards. From there he returned to Barron County, and became a clerk in a general store at Canton. Later he owned a store here. He was appointed postmaster in 1910, and became manager of the Farmers' Store in 1919. He is known for his ability as an accountant and record keeper as well as a merchant, and has been clerk both of Sumner Township, and of his school district. He was married Dec. 26, 1901 to Flora Louise White, daughter of Henry John White, and they have three children, Ralph, Guy and Jack.

Artemus Ward Kingsley, a substantial citizen of Section 20, Sumner Township, was born in Juneau County, Wis., Sept. 20, 1853, the son of Elias and Patience (Broadway) Kingsley. These worthy people, natives of New York State, started out in the forties, and reached Racine by a sailboat trip on the Great Lakes. Five years later, in 1851, they came westward to Juneau County, and there located in the wilderness. Baraboo, the trading point, was 30 miles away in Sauk County. The trip with an ox team, taking grain to market and bringing back provisions was a long and tiresome one, and some¬ times beset with danger. When groceries were running low, and the trails were impassible to teams, some member of the family had to make the trip afoot, bringing supplies home on their shoulders. Here the parents spent the remainder of their lives, and developed a good farm which became a part of a flourishing and prosperous community. Artemus was the youngest of thirteen children, and is the only one of the family now living. His early schooling was limited, but, having an aptitude for books, he has studied and read deeply by himself, and has acquired a broad fund of information. He learned farming from his parents, and has devoted his life to that pursuit. In 1882 he came to Barron County, and secured a tract of land in Section 27, Sumner Township. This land he has cleared and cultivated, erected a good set of buildings, and developed and improved a good place, which he later sold. For many years, while working a part of the time on his farm, he was identified with the lumbering industry. He has logged, worked on river drives and in the sawmills, and has been familiar with every phase of the lumbering industry in this locality. It is interesting to note, historically, that he scaled the first lumber that went to Canton from the old Sumner Township. He has been active for many years in public life, and in the old days, before the primary laws were enacted, was a delegate to numerous conventions and sat on various committees. He is assessor of Sumner Township, as he has been at intervals for a long period, and gives general satisfaction by his knowledge of local conditions and values, and his absolute justness and fair¬ ness. Those qualities of fairness also marked his administration as a justice of the peace. Mr. Kingsley married Matilda Murray, who died in 1895 at the age of forty. Mr. and Mrs. Kingsley had two fine sons. Norman W. lives in the eastern part of Wisconsin. Percy, the foster son of Eugene Silas Lowell, and known as Percy Lowell, is one of the leading young men of this part of the county.

Section where he now resides, April 18, 1877, the son of Olaus and Ellen (Jorgenson) Halvorson, the early settlers. He grew to manhood on the home plaice, attended the neighborhood school, and learned farming from his father and brothers. He was not yet of age when he bought 80 acres in the home section. This he started developing with the assistance of his brothers. He put up a house, a barn 38 by 74 feet, a silo of glazed tile 14 by 42 feet, and other buildings. In 1909 he moved there with his bride. He has added to the place until he owns 280 acres of good land, and has continued the improve¬ ments and developments. The house and barn are equipped with electricity and other modern machinery, and the appliances, tools, implements and ma¬ chinery are of the best. Mr. Halvorson is a man of influence and importance in the community and has worthily won prosperity and success. He has been an official of the Farmers' Telephone Co. and Farmers' Co-operative Store Co. at Canton, and is a stockholder in the Barron Creamery Co. He is also an active member of the Guernsey Breeders Association. Mr. Halvorson was married June 23, 1909, to Gunda Manstad, who was born in Gulbransdalen, Norway, the daughter of Guldbran and Helena (Sather) Manstad, the former of whom was a veterinary surgeon, and a man of high standing in his community. In the Manstad family there were nine children: Otto, Julius, Clara, Eliza, Oleana (deceased), Pleana (deceased), Helga (deceased), Gunda, Petra and Edward. Clara is still in Norway, and the rest of those living are in the United States. Mrs. Halvorson came to the United States in 1902, alone, remained in New York two years, in Duluth one year, and then came to Barron County. Mr. and Mrs. Halvorson have three children: Ethel Helen, born June 12, 1910; Clara Olive born Oct. 19, 1912, and Frank William, born June 5, 1916. The family attends the Methodist Episcopal Church at Cameron, in which Mr. Halvorson is an official.

Olaus Halvorson, one of the most honored and respected of the early settlers of the county, was born in the northern part of Norway, Dec. 4, 1833, and was there reared and educated. As a young man he married Ellen Jorgenson, the daughter of a neighbor. There three children were born, Lizzie, now wife of L. O. Melby, of St. Paul ; Anna, the widow of Frank Caesar, and now living in the old home, and Olive, the widow of Axel A. Ahlroth, and living in Los Angeles. As the family began to grow, the parents determined to seek the wider opportunities of a newer country. Accordingly they set out, April 16, 1869. The voyage on water occupied twelve weeks, and during that time they were aboard seven different boats. They reached the States by way of the St. Lawrence river. Part of the land trip was made aboard to cattle train in the same car with some of the cattle, also some on boats. They reached their journey's end, July 4, 1869, at Eau Claire, Wis. Two years later, they drove to Barron County with an ox team, a son, Peter, being born on the trip. Here they secured 160 acres of wild land in Section 5, Sumner Township. The wife and children lived for a while with the family of an early settler, Ole Olson, at Colfax, before coming to Barron County. Mr. Halvorson at once began putting up a log cabin, the first on the north side of Rock Creek, a branch of Pokegema Creek. The ruins of this historic cabin are still stand¬ ing. As soon as the walls were up and the roof completed the family moved in. The first bed consisted of brush laid on the ground, for the cabin had no floor except the native earth. A young heifer had been secured to supply milk for the children, but it died after three milkings. The family had no money, and the father had to work in the woods and the mills to support his loved ones before the farm became productive. The wife was thus left alone in a country swarming with Indians, who looked with none too friendly eye on the coming of the white settlers. Then, too, there were many rough characters among the whites who were wandering through the region. Often the lone mother, annoyed and frightened, would gather her four babies to¬ gether and flee to the cabin of some far-away neighbor for protection and comfort. The younger generation of the present day little realizes the con- ditions here a half a century ago. There were no roads except the "tote" roads of the lumber companies. Stores were far away, and provisions were usually brought in on the settlers' backs. Mr. Halvorson carried on his back provisions from Eau Claire. This region was a wilderness, dreary in the extreme, with standing timber and brush. Wheat had to be taken to far¬ away places, the trip taking several days. There was little of what we now call comfort. The cabins were rough and crude, there was little furniture, the women had little to do with in the way of household utensils, and the farms were worked with the simplest of tools. But the Halvorsons, like the others pioneers, had faith and courage, they were willing to work hard, and in time success crowned their efforts. They built up a good place, and are now numbered among the best and most useful citizens of the community. Mr. and Mrs. Halvorson are venerated for what they are and for what they have done, and are greatly revered by all who know them, especially the younger generations. In addition to the four children already mentioned, five more, William, Georgia, John, Elsie and Albert, were born in this county. William owns the home place. John and Albert are well-known farmers operating places in the township. Georgia is the widow of L. H. Montgomery, and lives on the old home place. Elsie is the wife of C. C. Leslie, of Los Angeles. There are twenty-five grandchildren and sixteen great grand¬ children.

William Halvorson, an influential and prosperous farmer of Section 5, Sumner Township, was born in the old log cabin on the place where he still lives, Sept. 13, 1873, the son of Olaus and Ellen (Jorgenson) Halvorson, the pioneers. He was reared on the home place, attended the district schools, and learned farming from his father. As a young man he rented the home place in partnership with his brother, Albert. Later he bought out his brother, and now owns the farm alone. He has continued to develop the place ever since he first started helping his parents as a boy. He has a comfortable home, equipped with many conveniences including an electric light plant and run¬ ning water. He has a good barn, 38 by 70 feet, with full basement, and furnished with scientific appliances. His silo, built of stone, 17 by 33 feet, is probably the largest in the county, possibly in this whole part of the state. The other buildings are fully in keeping with the house and barn. Mr. Hal¬ vorson carries on general farming and dairying, and makes a specialty of a fine herd of full blooded Guernsey cattle. Mr. Halvorson has not cared for public life, but has been drafted several times for service on the town board. He has been an officer of the Shipping Association and of the Guernsey Breed¬ ers' Association. Since early boyhood he has been a faithful attendant of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Cameron, and is now one of its officers- He is a good farmer and a good citizen, and his judgment is always respected by all who know him.

Johannes L. Ekenstedt, now deceased for some thirty years, but in his day a solid resident of Lakeland Township, was born in Sweden, and was there reared and educated. He married Caroline Johnson. In 1882 he brought his family to this country, landed at New York, lived a short time in Helock, Minn., and then came to Barronett, this county, and secured 120 acres in Lakeland Township, Section 32. He put up a set of log buildings, cleared about 40 acres, and gradually built up a good place. This was accomplished, however, only in the face of great dfficulties and through the suffering of many hardships. The family, arriving at Barronett, could find no lodging place, and accordingly took up their quarters for the first night in a box car; but they had hardly got comfortably - or uncomfortably - settled, when an un¬ sympathetic brakeman compelled them to vacate their quarters, and they spent the rest of the night in a hay barn. The next day the only dwelling they could find was an old log house, the previous occupants of which had had typhoid fever, and into this they were obliged to move. As a result five of the family caught the fever, and were attended by Dr. Hopkins, who in view of their circumstances saw little prospect of getting his pay. They then moved to their homestead, which was seven miles away, the route lying through the woods, through which they had to walk, carrying those who were still sick. They could only get to town by boat and trail, and at first had only a raft for that part of the journey which was made by water. When Mr. Ekenstedt built his house he conveyed his lumber on a two-wheeled cart, which he pushed before him. It took a number of trips and he made use of the railroad track as a highway until one day the section crew took his cart away from him and broke it up. When Knapp, Stout and Co. built their dam near his farm, back¬ ing up the water so that it covered his land, they gave him 120 acres of land in lieu of damages. Like the other settlers he lost everything when the great fire swept, but undaunted by this disaster, he set to work and established himself once more. After a useful life filled with hard work and triumph over difficulties, he died Feb. 14, 1900. His wife survived him a number of years, passing away Nov. 11, 1918. Their children are Johannes, Louis, Albert, Victor, Davis B. and Richard J. Mr. Ekenstedt was a member of the Swedish Lutheran church and for some time served on the school board of his dis¬ trict.

David B. Ekenstedt, an energetic farmer of Section 33, Cumberland Town¬ ship, was born in Sweden, Dec. 18, 1875, the son of Johannes L. and Caroline (Johnson) Ekenstedt. He was a small boy when he was brought to Lakeland Township, this county, and here attended school and learned farming from his father. When the father died in 1900, David B. and his brother, Richard J., bought the farm, and operated it until 1906. They then bought 80 acres in Sections 17 and 20. They stumped the entire tract, and cleared 30. acres. They also erected a good set of buildings. In 1919 they purchased 158 acres in Section 33, in the same township. There they now successfully carry on general farming and dairying, and have a good herd. Mr. Ekenstedt is a good business man and a good farmer, he has been familiar with this region for nearly forty years and is thoroughly acquainted with local conditions. As a good citizen he has realized his public duty to the community. For eight years he did most excellent and satisfactory service, from 1907 to 1916, as town supervisor, and he has also been a valued member of the school board of his district. When the two brothers started in for themselves David had only 60 cents and Richard one dollar, but they took a logging contract from Dave Keist, and by hard and persistent work achieved success and supported their mother. David B. Ekenstedt was married March 24, 1904, to Ellen Bjerman, who was born in Sweden on July 18, 1880, the daughter of Nick and Clara (Anderson) Bjerman, the former of whom is dead, and the latter of whom lives in Clinton township. This union has been blessed with seven chil¬ dren. Lucille V. was born Feb. 19, 1905; Estella was born March 20, 1907; Clara was born Oct. 6, 1909; Delbert was born June 8, 1911; William was born Nov. 11, 1914; Lena was born Sept. 8, 1918; and Ellard was born June 10, 1921.

Richard J. Ekenstedt, an active citizen of Section 33, Cumberland Town¬ ship, was born in Sweden, July 14, 1880, and was brought to Lakeland Town¬ ship, this county, as an infant. He was reared here, learned farming from his father, and has devoted practically all his life to farm work. For two winters he worked in the woods for the Beaver Lake Lumber Co., and for three winters he worked at Cumberland City, building heavy logging sleds. In 1900 he and his brother bought the home farm in Lakeland Township, in 1916 they bought a farm in Cumberland Township, and in 1919 bought the present farm. In connection with successfully farming together, they have operated a threshing outfit for some twenty seasons. Mr. Ekenstedt is taking his part in neighborhood affairs, he is a good citizen and a worthy man, and stands well with all who know him. For some years he has done the township good service as constable.

Joseph N. Cain, a substantial farmer owning 120 acres in Section 18, Sumner Township, has developed a good farm from the wilderness, has done his part in the growth and progress of the community, and is one of the solid men of the township, admired for his worth, his industry and 'his sterling qualities. He was born in the Province of Ontario, near the United States boundary, April 23, 1850, son of David and Mary (Saunders) Cain, the former a native of Vermont and the latter also of Vermont. Joseph N. came to Wis¬ consin at the age of twenty, and for a while worked on farms in Chippewa County. Later he came to this county, and worked on farms near the old townsite of Sumner in Sumner Township. In 1873 he took a homestead of 160 acres in Section 18, Sumner Township. This was all wild land. He built a log cabin and started to establish a home in the wilderness. At that time there were only a few houses in this vicinity. He secured an ox team, and a cow or two, and the first year managed to get in a small acreage of crops. To this place he brought his bride. By working early and late, and using good judgment in their operations, they have developed a good farm, and have achieved prosperity. Eighty acres of the original homestead have been sold and forty acres added. Mr. Cain carries on general farming and is building up a fine dairy herd of graded Holsteins. His financial holdings include stock in the State Bank of Canton. Mr. Cain was married at Edge Point, Wis., March 31, 1878, to Rosana Jordan, who was born in Milwaukee, July 17, 1859, the daughter of Michael and Catherine Jordan. Mr. and Mrs. Cain had four children : Milton J., Edith, Eunice and Catherine. Milton J. is at home. Edith, is the deceased wife of the late A. N. Anderson. Eunice is at home. Catherine is the wife of Lome Doty, of Superior, Wis. Mrs. Cain died Oct. 2, 1906.

Christian Bandli, an early settler, now living in Section 6, Sumner Town¬ ship, was born in Switzerland, Feb. 1, 1836, and there grew to adult years. In 1868 he married Elizabeth Wiestanner, who was born in that country, Jan. 12, 1844. Four children were born, John, Anna, Lucy and Elsbeth. The family came to America in 1873, and located in Chippewa County, this state. In 1878 they drove in to Barron County, and located in Doyle Township. There they lived for fifteen years. The oldest son, John, a young man of unusual promise, died there at the age of seventeen. In 1893 the family settled on 160 acres in Section 6, Sumner Township, and moved into a small log cabin, which stood on the place. In the meantime, four more children, Christian, Henry, Mary and Christ were bora. The family set to work with a will to establish their new home, and in time made many improvements. Mr. and Mrs. Bandli still live on the place, but many years ago retired from active work. They are held in high esteem throughout the community, and the declining years of their life are ones of peace and contentment.

Henry Bandli, a well known farmer of Section 6, Sumner Township, was bora in Chippewa Falls, Oct. 14, 1876, the son of Christian ahd Elizabeth (Wiestanner) Bandli, natives of Switzerland. He came to the present place with the family, and gradually took over its management. He now makes a home for his father and mother, his sister, Anna, keeping house. He helped his father make over the log cabin into a modern residence, and he has built a new barn and a large silo, and made other improvements. He takes an active part in everything that he believes to be for the good of the community, and has been chairman of the township board, and as such a valuable member of the county board. He has also served on the school board. He is a direc¬ tor of the Farmers' Co-operative Store of Canton, a stockholder in the Canton Shipping Association, and has been on the sales committee of the Guernsey Breeders Association. All-in-all, he is a useful member of the community and is well liked.

Christian Bandli, Jr., a progressive farmer of section 8, Sumner town¬ ship, was bora in a log cabin in Doyle Township, this county, Dec. 29, 1881, the son of Christian and Elizabeth (Wiestanner) Bandli, natives of Switzer¬ land. He was reared to farm pursuits by his parents and educated in the rural schools. He came to Sumner Township, with his parents, and remained on the home place until 1912, when he bought his present place of 120 acres in Section 8. No buildings had then been erected. He has put up a good house, a barn, 36 by 50 feet, and a silo, 12 by 36 feet, as well as other build¬ ings. The buildings are well equipped with electric lights and running water. He has also developed the land. He carries on general farming and dairying, and has a One herd of Guernsey cattle. Mr. Bandli is active in all community enterprises, and is a stockholder in the Farmers' Co-operative Store at Can¬ ton, and a member of the Guernsey Breeders Association. He and his wife are faithful adherents of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Cameron, which body he has efficiently served as treasurer for some time. Mr. Bandli was married July 17, 1912, to Hannah Melbye, who was born in St. Paul, Dec. 14, 1883, the daughter of Lauritz 0. and Lizzie (Halvorson) Melbye, and grand¬ daughter of Olaus and Ellen Halvorson, the pioneers. Mr. and Mrs. Bandli are the parents of three children: Lois Elizabeth, Margaret Olive and John Christian.

Gust John Boortz, a representative farmer of Section 33, Sumner Town¬ ship, was born in Germany, Nov. 17, 1878, the son of Herman and Otelia (Kruger) Boortz, who brought him to Section 29, Sumner Township, in 1880. He was reared here and attended the district schools of the neighborhood. In 1899, he went to Superior, Wis., and was employed in the ship building yards there for eleven years. During this time he helped to build many of the famous freighters which now ply the Great Lakes. In 1910 he came back to Bar¬ ron County, and bought his present place of 80 acres in Section 33. An old log house then stood on the place and a part of the land had been cleared. To the development and operation of this farm he has since devoted his atten¬ tion. He has greatly improved the land and has erected a fine set of buildings, including a modern cement house which he put up in 1917. He takes much pride in his place and it is pointed out to visitors as a model farm. Mr. Boortz is one of the real leaders in his community. He believes that farm life is the most desirable life in the country today, and he is in favor of everything which makes farm labor pleasant. He was one of the founders of the Greenwood Social Center Club, and is now its president. This is a notable community center project. Meetings are held with educational, musical and social programs, and the club has already resulted in much good, especially among the young people. Mr. Boortz is also a thorough believer in community co-operative effort, and he is one of the founders and the present president of the Farmers' Co-operative Store of Canton. He is likewise a stock holder in the Canton Shipping Association. In public life he is doing his duty as a good citizen, and has been the efficient clerk of School District No. 2 for five years. Mr. Boortz was married on June 18, 1904, to Ella Lee, of Superior, Wis., daughter of Nels and Christina Lee, natives of Norway, who came to America as young people, and were married in Wisconsin. The father died when Ella was six months old, leaving her and another sister, Hilda. The mother later married Odin Olson, and to this union was born one child, Ida. Mr. and Mrs. Olson now live at Superior, Wis. Mr. and Mrs. Boortz have ten children : Henrietta Christina, Clarence Herman, Ernest Otto, Neil Herman, Floyd Raymond, Laurna Silverta, Norene Ida, Glen Gustave, Elaine Gendina and Clyde Arndt. The two first named died in Superior, Wis.

Carl J. Orn, of Orndale Farm, a representative farmer of Section 36, Clinton Township, was born in Sweden, Sept. 1, 1871, the son of Jacob and Anna Orn, also natives of that country. The father was reared in his native land, worked for some years in the smelting plants there. In 1893 he came to this country, and after living in Minnesota for a short time, came to Barron County the same year and bought 40 acres in Section 35, Clinton Township. He was getting a start on this place, when he died in 1896. His wife con¬ tinued to live there until her death in 1910. In the family there were five children: Axel T., Christina, Hulda, Selma and Carl J. Christina is the wife of Carl Sundquist, and lives in Sweden. Selma is the wife of Frank Osten, and lives in Minneapolis, Minn. Hulda is the wife of E. J. Carlson, who farms in Clinton Township. Carl J. was reared in Sweden, and went to school there. As a youth he worked in the smelters, in a pulp mill and on farms. In 1889, at the age of eighteen years, he came to the United States, and settled at Ironwood, Mich., where he worked on a steam pump in the iron mines. In 1892 he went to Minnesota, and there chopped wood in the winter and worked on a farm in the summer. In the spring of 1893 he became a teamster in Minneapolis, Minn. In August of that year he came to Barron County, and bought 40 acres in Section 35, Clinton Township. After his father's death, he took care of his mother, and was deeded the home place of 40 acres. Later he bought 40 acres from his brother, Axel, making a farm of 120 acres in Sections 35 and 36. Here he has built up as fine a place as is to be found in this vicinity. The present farm with its neat buildings, its sightly yard, its well tilled acres, its fences, its excellent equipment of tools, implements and machinery, and its sleek stock, all bespeaking the thrift, hard work, good taste and sound judgment of the owner, are in decided contrast to the wild cut-over brush and stump land that he found here. The home is a pleasant nine-room residence, with a number of conveniences, including hot water heat. The barn is 32 by 60 feet, the silo is 14 by 32, and the other buildings include a granary, machine shed, and garage. About 90 acres are under the plow. Here Mr. Orn successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He has a good herd of full blooded Guernseys, headed by a full blooded sire. It is worthy of note that in 1907, he brought a full blooded Guernsey cow to his farm, which was the first in Barron County. In exhibiting he has secured the first prize on the junior heifer and champion heifer of the show. It was in 1917 that he started with advance registered work in his herd of cows. The following items show his records : Leetana, of Orndale, No. 73,465 ; class F. F., two and a half years old; butter record is for one year; pounds of milk, 6,275.70; butter fat, 360.36 pounds. Raretan's Linda, of Orndale, No. 80,932; class G; one year, eleven months old; pounds of milk, 6,834.20; butterfat, 363.43 pounds. Ruby, of Orndale, No. 43,828; class A; milk, 10,073.80 pounds; butter fat, 513.97 pounds. Glenwood's Gay Lass, of Orndale, No. 41,523; class A; milk, 8,386.20 pounds; butterfat, 524.79 pounds. Imported Gay Lass, of Sarnia, No. 35,654; class A; milk, 8,159.10 pounds; butterfat, 425.58 pounds. Raretan's Gay Lass, of Orndale, No. 58,600; class A; milk, 10,757.30 pounds; butterfat, 612.40 pounds. Lady Glenwood, of Orndale; sold to Weilip Bros., of Rice Lake, Barron County; class A; butter record, 517 pounds of butterfat. Bessie, of Orndale, sold to L. Gordon, Jr.; class F, in 240 days has made, milk 8,576.6 pounds; butterfat 452.13 pounds. Mr. Orn was married Nov. 27, 1900, at Barron, to Ida Viberg, who was born in Pepin County, Wis., Feb. 5, 1877, the daughter of Carl and Augusta Viberg, who spent their lives in Sweden. Mr. and Mrs. Orn have five children, Eleanor, Stella, Nininan, Selma and Leonard, all of whom are living at home.

Ole Tharaldson, a representative farmer of Section 10, Clinton Township, proprietor of the sightly Vermillion River Valley Farm, was born in Norway, Sept. 1, 1868, the son of Tharal and Ingeborg Mollon. Tharal Mollon is a man of considerable importance in his home town of Homnes, Stausdale, Nor¬ way. He has been a banker for 58 years and a merchant for a longer period, and now at the age of 90 years is one of the oldest business men in his region. He has had fifteen children. By his first wife he had eight, of whom four are living. By his second wife he has seven, of whom six are living. Ole Tharald¬ son, the subject of this sketch was but six years old tthen he lost his mother. He was reared and educated in his native land, and as a youth learned the cobbler's trade. At the age of nineteen, in 1887, he came to the United States, and found his way to Minneapolis. With headquarters there he worked clearing land, as a harvest hand, as a railroad section hand and as a carpen¬ ter. For a time he was a miner in Michigan. In 1900 he came to Barron

County and started farming on rented land. His first purchase was of a 40-acre tract in Section 3, Clinton Township. Later he sold this and bought his present place of 80 acres in Section 10. When he acquired the place, a frame house was standing on it. He has remodelled and repaired the house, and has just completed an addition, 16 by 18 feet, with 14-foot posts, and furnished with a full basement. He has also put up a good barn and other buildings. Here he has continued successfully engaged in general farming, stock raising and dairying. His cattle are graded Holsteins, headed by a full blooded sire. The farm is named the Vermillion River Valley Farm, and is not only fertile and well equipped, but is also beautifully located, making an ideal Barron County farm in every particular, and bespeaking the thrift and intelligent hard work of the owner. Mr. Tharaldson was married Dec. 3, 1900, at Minneapolis, to Bertha Salverson, who was born in Norway, Nov. 21, 1867, the daughter of Salver and Elie Thomasson, the former of whom was a postman in Norway, and both of whom are now dead. Of their family of nine children there are now living four. Thelma is in Norway; Salver is in New York; Gera is the wife of Ole Fosstberg, of Alberta, Canada, and Bertha is the wife of Ole Tharaldson. Mr. and Mrs. Tharaldson have a son, Emil, who was born Oct. 28, 1901, and who assists his father on the farm.

Ole Torgerson, a substantial and respected citizen of Section 6, Clinton Township, was born in Norway, Nov. 26, 1850, the son of Torger and Johannah Christianson, both of whom spent the span of their years in Norway, where the father was a blacksmith. In the family there were two chil¬ dren, Ole and Hawkan. Ole was reared in his native land, attended school there, and as a youth worked on neighboring farms. In 1884 he came to the United States, and found his way directly to Barron County, reaching Prairie Farm Village, on June 30, 1884. Here he entered the employ of Knapp, Stout & Co., at $20 a month, making hay in the summer, and working in the lumber camps in the winter. In the spring of 1885 he started on the lumber drives for a short time, but left that to enter the employ of Louis J. Breen, Arland Township, first on his farm and then in the hay fields. In the fall he entered the employ of the Beaver Lake Lumber Co. at Cumberland. In the spring of 1886, he went to work in the mills at Comstock. That winter he worked for Miller & Waterman in the woods. In the spring of 1887 he went to work for the Omaha line, making his headquarters for some years at Turtle Lake, and then at Comstock. In 1898 he bought 64 acres in Clinton Township, to which not long after he added 40 acres more, making in all, 104 acres, located in sections 5 and 6, Clinton Township. When he secured the tract it was covered with timber. Out of this he has built up an excellent farm. He has cleared the land, put up a set of buildings, and since 1902 has carried on general farming and dairying here. He has a herd of mixed Holsteins and Guernseys, and a good drove of swine. Mr. Torgerson was married July 3, 1897 at Cumberland, this county, to Louisa, the widow of Tom Anderson, and the daughter of Benedick and Carrie Larson, natives of the northern part of Norway, who came to this country, and for many years farmed in Cumberland Township, this county, ending their days at the home of Ole Torgerson, in Clinton Township. Mr. and Mrs. Torgerson have five children: Theodore, Olga, Helmer, Josie and Lennox. Olga is cashier in a store at Cumberland. By her first marriage, Mrs. Torgerson had three children, Matilda, Alma and Laura Anderson. In the old country she learned the trade of weaving, and , she now occupies her spare time in weaving carpets and rugs for her neigh¬ bors and friends, her handicraft being in high demand. The family adheres to the Norwegian Lutheran Church in Clinton Township, of which Mr. Torgerson has been the custodian for some time.

Joseph Stauner, a highly regarded resident of Almena, has lived in this vicinity for 31 years, and has many interesting stories to tell of his ex¬ periences in the early days when the county was still in the making. He was born in Bavaria, Germany, July 16, 1861, son of Casper and Mary Stauner, the other children in the family being Michael, George, Charles, Sebastian, Mary, and Minnie, all of whom came to America with the parents in June, 1891. Joseph was reared in the old country, and on Feb. 6, 1889, married Filmina Guener, who was born April 20, 1862. In November, 1891, he brought his wife and baby, Joseph, to the United States and joined the other members of the family at Almena, arriving here with just $62 in cash. The father had secured 40 acres of land on the edge of Almena Village, near where the Almena Creamery is now located, and had erected a log cabin. Joseph and his wife and baby moved into this cabin with the parents, and began to develop the place. At first they had only a cow and six chickens. Later they bought a pair of young steers and broke them in as oxen. They were without a wagon, so Mr. Stauner made himself a wagon with wooden wheels. The first year he threshed 17 bushels of wheat. While hauling this wheat in his home made wagon with his half-broken oxen, he had a runaway, loosing the entire load. For some years he devoted his time and attention to building up the place. The buildings were swept away in the great fire of 1898, and Mr. Stauner then went to Poskin, in Clinton Township, and secured 80 acres of wild land. He erected a log house and started clearing the land. In time he developed a good place and put up a good set of modern buildings. There he successfully farmed until the fall of 1920, when he turned the management of the place over to his son, Michael, and moved to Almena, where he and his wife are now living. Mr. and Mrs. Stauner are the parents of seven children: Minnie (first), Joseph, Charles, George, Michael, Sebastian and Minnie. Minnie (first) died in infancy. Joseph farms in Medford, Taylor County; Charles and George are farmers in Barron Township. Michael, as already mentioned, is ably farming the home place. Sebastian is a carpenter and lives in Clinton Township. Minnie is with her parents. The family faith is that of the Roman Catholic Church.

Carl Swanson, Section 3, Clinton Township, is one of the energetic and progressive men of this vicinity. He believes in following the latest methods, he keeps thoroughly up to date by wide reading, and his judgment is good on all agricultural subjects. He was born in Sweden, Jan. 27, 1872, the son of Sven and Nila (Benson) Swanson. Sven Swanson was a farmer in Sweden, and spent the span of his years there, dying in 1916, at the fine old age of ninety-four years. By his first wife, he had five children: Martha, Nila, John, Hannah and Marie, all of whom are dead. By his second wife, Nila Benson, he has six children: Maude, in Sweden; Carl; Peter, of Clinton, Iowa; Bertha, in Sweden; Anna, of New Jersey, and Helen, deceased. Carl was reared in Sweden, went to school there, worked on the home farm, and learned the carpenter and stone mason trade. He came to the United States in 1892, landed in New York city. May 9, and found his way to Lyons, Iowa, where he worked as a carpenter and farmer for five years. In 1897 he came to Barron County, and occupied 109 acres in Section 3, Clinton Township, which he had bought the previous year. This was all wild cut-over land, covered with stumps, brush and windfalls. Here he has developed a good farm. The fine set of buildings was erected largely by himself. The house is a pleasant residence of eight rooms. The barn is 52 by 44 feet, with full basement. The granary is 16 by 24 feet; the machine sheds are 40 by 20 feet, and 118 by 24 feet; the milk house is of cement blocks; the chicken house is 12 by 24 feet, and the wood shed is 12 by 12 feet. There are also other suitable structures. All the buildings are lighted with electricity from his own plant. The farm is well tilled, and well fenced, and the equipment is excellent in every respect. A Ford tractor and a potato digger are among the labor saving devices. Mr. Swanson successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and he has a good herd of Durham cattle. The cream is sold to the Barron Creamery Co. in which Mr. Swanson is a stockholder. Mr. Swanson was married at Cumberland, this county, on Aug. 9, 1906, to Signe Bergstrom, who was born in Sweden, Jan. 7, 1885, the daughter of Gust and Matilda Bergstrom, natives of Sweden, who came to the United States in 1886, and located at Cumberland, where they farmed until 1916, a long period of thirty years, after which they retired and moved to Superior, Wis., where they now live. In the family there are five girls : Ellen, wife of David Halstead, of Superior, Wis.; Hulda, wife of Nels Nelson, of Park Falls, Wis.; Susette, wife of Arthur Anderson, of Superior, Wis.; Evelyn, wife of John Engstrom, of Superior, Wis., and Signe, wife of Carl Swanson. Mr. and Mrs. Swanson have six children: Ethel, Verner, Eleanor, Lucille, Signe and Randall, all living at home. The family faith is that of the Swedish Lutheran Church.

William D. Moore, an influential farmer of Section 8, Clinton Township, where he has built up a sightly modern farm, was born in Williamson County, Tenn., Oct. 15, 1872, the son of William L. and Sarah E. Moore, both natives of Georgia. The family was founded in this country by six brothers, who came from Scotland. Descended from one of those brothers, was William Moore, who settled on a plantation in Georgia. His son, William L., lived there until after the Civil War, and then moved to Tennessee, where he and his good wife spent the remainder of their lives. Of the nine children in the family there are now living five: Cicero, William D., Hattie, Mary and Susan. Hattie married Mr. Giles and lives in Ft. Worth, Texas. Mary married Joseph Crafton and lives in Nashville, Tenn. Susan married John Galavin and lives at Franklin, Tenn. Cicero also lives in that village. William D. was educated in his native state and was reared to farm pursuits. In 1895 he moved to Illinois, and rented a farm near Danville. From there he went to Green County, Iowa, in 1899, and there farmed six years. It was in 1905 that he came to Barron County, and bought 80 acres in Section 19, Clinton Town¬ ship. He cleared up the land, erected a set of buildings, developed a good farm, and there carried on agricultural operations for twelve years. In 1916 he purchased 40 acres in section 33, Clinton Township, and 80 acres in Arland Township, and in 1890 he bought 88 acres in Section 4, Arland Township. This place was partly improved. He has fixed over the house, and installed modern conveniences such as electric lights. He has put up a barn, 40 by 80 feet, with an addition 24 by 32 for horses, and furnished with the James equipment. The silo is 13 by 30 feet, with a concrete base. There are also other suitable buildings and sheds. About 150 acres is under the plow, and the place is well equipped with tools, implements and machinery. The herd consists of about 50 head, with a full blooded Holstein sire. Cream is sold to the Barron Creamery Co. Mr. Moore is one of the real leaders in his com¬ munity. At one time he was president of the Farmers' Shipping Associa¬ tion of Almena. He is a stockholder in the Almena Telephone Co., and helped to build the exchange at that place. In public life he has done good service as township supervisor and as town health officer. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church, while his wife adheres to the Methodist faith. Mr. Brown was married at Franklin, Tenn., March 26, 1893, to Maryetta Burgett, who was born in Brown County, Ohio, July 28, 1876, the daughter of Barton and Margaret (Gilleland) Burgett, both now deceased. This union has been blessed with ten children: Clarence M., William M., Perry B., Francis M., Clifford C., Mary M., Robert L., James L., Myrtle M., and Lloyd P. William M. operates a barber shop at Clayton. The rest are at home. Clarence M. is a veteran of the World War. He enlisted on March 6, 1917, and the next day war was declared. He served with the Marine Corps, in the Phillipines and China, until he was discharged in November 1919. Perry B. is a tester for the Almena Testing Association. Clarence is now a partner with his father in farming. The rest of the children are at home.

John Swanson, representative farmer of Section 34, Clinton Township, was born in Sweden, Dec. 2, 1860, the son of Swan and Christina Swanson, who spent their lives as farmers in that country. There were two other chil¬ dren in the family, Anna and Stena, both of whom live in the old country. John was reared in his native land, went to school as he could, and worked for farmers in the same neighborhood. In 1882, he came to America, and located at Stillwater, Minn. Thereafter for several years he was employed in Minnesota, on farms, in the lumber camps, and on railroad section crews. In 1893 he came to Barron County and bought 80 acres in Section 34. This tract was then all wild. He built a log cabin, and started clearing the land. With the passing of the years he has prospered. He has a pleasant home, a barn, 50 by 50, with full basement, granary, machine shed and other buildings. Forty-five acres are under the plow, and the rest in pasture. Here he is carrying on general farming and dairying. The cream is sold to the Barron Creamery Co. Mr. Swanson is interested in good roads and has done good service as pathmaster. Mr. Swanson was married in this township in 1903, to Elizabeth Isaacson, who was born in Sweden, the daughter of Isaac Isaacson, native of Sweden. She died at the age of 87, in October, 1905, leaving two children. Esther is attending the High School at Rice Lake. Walfrid is helping on the home farm. Mr. Swanson was married in 1909, to Helma Lawson, who was born in Sweden, the daughter of Lars Lawson. This union has been blessed with two children. Helen is at home. May is dead.

Edward Severson, now deceased, a substantial citizen of Section 23, Clinton Township, for several years, was born in Norway, May 5, 1851, the son of Sever Engelbretson and his good wife, who were farmers and fisherfolk. Edward was reared in Norway, attended school as he could, and like his parents, farmed and fished. In 1881 he came to the United States, and with headquarters at Eau Claire, worked in mills and in the woods. While thus employed he broke his leg, and then lived in Minneapolis, Minn., for a while. He came to Barron County in 1896, and bought a farm of 80 acres in Section 23, Clinton Township, to which he later added 20 acres more, mak¬ ing a good place of 100 acres. Here he successfully carried on general farm¬ ing, and was a hard working, industrious man, until his death, Aug. 14, 1918. He was well regarded by all who knew him. Mrs. Severson died Oct. 22, 1909. He was married at Minneapolis, on Dec. 20, 1890, to Engeborg Seeland, who was born in Norway, Nov. 26, 1858, the daughter of Staale Sigbjomson and Anna Tonette Seeland, the former of whom died in Norway, and the latter of whom came to this country and died at Paynesville, Minn. Of the five children born to Mr. and Mrs. Severson, four are living: Elise, Amanda, Stanley and Talmer. Amanda is teaching. Elise and Stanley are operating the home farm. Elise is a talented young woman who makes the home a place of good cheer, comfort and hospitality, and is well liked throughout the neighborhood. Stanley is an energetic farmer and is taking his share in everything that he believes to be for the good of the community. From May 16, 1918, to Feb. 26, 1919, he served in the United States navy. The family stand high with all who know them.

Henry J. Young, of Spruce Grove Farm, a well-known farmer of Section 24, Clinton Township, and former sailor in the United States navy, was born in Hampton, Dakota County, Minn., March 25, 1879, the son of Phillip J. and Barbara (Engler) Young, natives respectively of Germany and Wisconsin. The father came to America in 1863, and located in Washington County, Wis. For many years he farmed in Minnesota. He came to Barron County in 1898, and bought 80 acres in Section 13, Clinton Township. He cleared the place of brush, put up a good set of buildings, and farmed there until his death, in 1904. The mother died Aug. 7, 1921. In the family there were thirteen children, of whom eight are now living. Caroline is the wife of Charles Uhlin, of Cannon Falls, Minn. Mary is the wife of Lester L. Lee, of Helena, Mont. Henry J. is a farmer of Clinton Township. Phillip P. lives at Cable, Wis. Elizabeth is the wife of Stephen Peterson, of Helena, Mont. Margaret is the wife of Abe Buckmaster, of Brownlie, Saskatchewan, Canada. John T. lives in Marine, Minn. Katherine is the wife of Chandler Gowin, of Helena, Mont. Henry J. Young was reared and educated in Minnesota, first attending the rural schools and then the St. Paul city schools. In 1902 he enlisted in the United States navy, and was assigned to the engineering service. He was on the receiving ship, "Hancock" in Brooklyn Navy Yard, and on the "Brooklyn" and the "Indiana." In this capacity he visited many of the principal ports of world. As a sailor on the U. S. S. Brooklyn, he landed at Sherberg, France, went to Paris, received the body of the heroic John Paul Jones, who had been buried 113 years, and brought the remains to Annapolis, Md., where they were interred with solemn honors. In May 1906, Mr. Young received his honorable discharge. He came to Barron County in 1906, stayed with his father a year, and then purchased 120 acres in Section 24, Clinton Township. Here he carries on general farming and dairying and has a good herd of some fifty graded Holsteins. As a man of superior attainments and experience, his fellow citizens have called upon him for public service, and he has done good work as supervisor of the township one year and as clerk of the town for four years. He is a director in the Co-operative Mercantile Co. of Paskin, and a stockholder in the Consumers Store of Barron, and the Poskin Bank. His home is an unusually pleasant one. The house is a modern frame structure of seven rooms, and the barn is 36 by 104 feet, furnished with the James equipment. The other buildings are also suitable and adequate. In addition to this place, Mr. Young owns a tract of 120 acres in Section 25, Clinton Township, which he purchased in 1919. He was married in Clinton Township, Nov. 10, 1909, to Lena M. Schaal, who was born near Columbus, Neb., on Dec. 4, 1887, the daughter of Julius and Caroline Schaal. Her parents were natives of Austria, who came to America in 1882, and to Barron County in 1897, and are now farming in Clinton Township. Mr. and Mrs. Young have a bright son, Wilfred H., who was born Dec. 22, 1910, and is doing well with his studies in the public schools.

John Smith, an influential farmer of Section 8, Clinton Township, was born in Sweden, June 24, 1861, the son of Otto and Hannah (Peterson) Smith, who came to the United States in 1892, and spent their remaining years with their son, the subject of this sketch. In the family there were six children: Axel Franzen; Carl Franzen; Alma, the wife of Fred Peterson, of St. Paul; John; Anna, who is still in the old country; and Oscar, who is dead. John was reared in Sweden, attended school as he could, and did farm work. He came to America in 1881, and found employment for three years in Hastings, Minn. Then for seven years he worked on a farm at Northfield, Rice County, Minn. For those seven years he was in the employ of the same man. In 1891 he came to Barron County, and bought the Charles Hamilton homestead of 80 acres in Section 8, Clinton Township. This land was wild and covered with timber. He now has a good set of buildings, and his place is well cultivated and well equipped. Here he successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He sells cream to the Barron Creamery Co. Mr. Smith has taken his part in the affairs of the community as a good citizen. He was a member of the town board for three years, and at various times has been path master. He is a stockholder in the Almena Telephone Co. Fraternally he is a popular member of the Modern Woodmen. He was married at Cumberland, Jan. 25, 1898, to Anna Lundquist, who was born in Sweden, July 22, 1875, the daughter of Charles and Helena Lundquist, natives of Sweden, and early settlers of Clinton Township. The mother is dead. The father farmed until 1918, and then took up his home with the Smith family. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have five children: Alma, wife of Milton Ackerson, who is farming in Cumberland Township; William and Hazel, who help with the work At home; and Carl and Clarence who are doing well at school. The family faith is that of the Swedish Lutheran Church.

William H. Sullivan, a representative farmer of section 36, Clinton Township, was born in La Crosse County, Wis., Oct. 30, 1868, the son of John and Elizabeth (Capper) Sullivan. John Sullivan was born in Ireland, came to this country, found his way to La Crosse County, and became a farmer. He served three years in Co. I, 8th Wis. Vol. Inf., and with this unit saw some active fighting in the South. At the close of the Civil War, he returned to La Crosse County, and there farmed until his death, in 1871. His widow, who was a native of Wisconsin, continued to live on the farm for a while, and then went East, and was married near Providence, R. I., to James Kane, with whom she lived until her death in 1897. By her first marriage to John Sullivan, there were three children: Mary, the wife of 0. D. Marcou, of La Crosse; Eva, wife of John Frazier, of La Crosse, and William H. By her marriage to James Kane, there were four children. Two are dead. Rosa and Ada are married and live in La Crosse. William H. lost his father when he was a small boy. He attended school in the neighboring schools, and learned farm¬ ing on the home place. He started out for himself at the age of seventeen, and worked on farms in the same vicinity. In 1897 he started in the feed mill business at West Salem, in the same county. Six years later, in 1903, he came to Barron County, and purchased 160 acres in Section 36, Clinton Township. A few acres had been cleared, but most of the land was still wild. In the nearly two decades that have since elapsed, Mr. Sullivan, with the help of his family, has built up a place of which he may well be proud. The modern home, pleasantly located, and beautified with a well kept lawn and ample grove, is furnished with running hot and cold water, hot water heat, electric lights, bath tub, and other conveniences. The barn is 40 by 70 feet, with full basement, and furnished with running water, electric lights and the like. There is also a nice set of other buildings, including the garage, silo, granary, machine shed, and corn cribs. Here Mr. Sullivan successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He has a fine herd of high grade Guernseys, about half of which are full breds, and the sire is also full blooded. The farm is also well stocked with horses, swine and poultry. Cream is sold to the Barron Creamery Co. in which Mr. Sullivan has been a director. Mr. Sullivan was married at West Salem, Wis., to Lena Bahnub, daughter of William and Sophia Bahnub, natives of Germany, and early settlers of La Crosse County, the former having died some years ago, and the latter still making her home at West Salem. In the family there were eight children. Minnie is the wife of Fred Herman of West Salem. Lena is the wife of William H. Sullivan. Sophia is the wife of William Tenner, of Melrose, Wis. Lizzie is the wife of William J. Runo, of Eau Claire, Wis. Lillian is at home. William is on the home farm. Fred and John are farming at Disco, Wis. John is herdsman for a large farmer of Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan have had two children. Donald died in infancy. Forrest William is at home helping with the work. He is an energetic young man and is well liked by all. Mr. Sullivan is a man of importance in the community, and is doing his share in everything that he believes in.

George Sanns, a substantial citizen of Section 36, Clinton Township, who has been a resident of this county more than forty-three years, was born in Fulton County, Ind., April 3, 1864, the son of George and Mary Sanns, natives of Ohio, who settled on school land in Indiana as young people, and there spent the remainder of their lives. Of their ten children there are now living three. John and Henry farm in Indiana. George was reared in his native state and learned farming on the home place. In 1880 he came to Barron county, and purchased 80 acres in Maple Grove township. This was all wild land. He developed a farm, and lived there until 1900. Then he moved to Barron Village. In 1906 he bought his present place of 40 acres in Section 36, Clintoft Township. There he has built up a good farm, on which he conducts general farming and buffer making. He is a member of the Farmers Shipping & Produce Association of Poskin. Mr. Sanns is much interested in the history of Barron County. When he came here there were but little over 7,000 people in the whole county. Since then he has watched its wonderful growth and prosperity, and in that growth and prosperity has had his full share as a good citizen. Mr. Sanns was married in Maple Grove Township, in 1886, to Susan I. Garrett, who was born in Grundy County, Mo.,

Mr. And Mrs. Lars Amundson Henry Juve And Family

Oct. 25, 1860, the daughter of William and Cynthia A. Garrett, who came from Iowa to Barron County, and settled in Maple Grove Township. The father is living with the Sanns family at the age of 82 years, and the mother died June 24, 1884, at the age of 38 years. The five children in the family are all living. Mr. and Mrs. Sanns have four children. Addie is the wife of Robert Till, of Barron. Lillie is the wife of John Williams, of Barron. Ray lives in Barron. Rosa Belle is dead.

Henry Juve is an active, modern and efficient farmer, owning the fertile' Forest View Farm, in Section 6, east, Maple Grove Township, where he successfully carries on mixed farming and dairying. He bought the place in 1911 from his parents, and has continued its improvement and development, making a specialty of a good herd of Guernsey cattle with a full blooded sire at its head. In 1913 he erected a modern barn, constructed of cement blocks, 36 by 86 feet in size, and furnished with modern equipment. In public life he is doing good work as clerk of Joint School District No. 3, located in Bar¬ ron, Stanley and Maple Grove Township. Fraternally he is a member of the I. 0. O. F. Henry Juve was born Sept. 11, 1876, in Juneau County, this state, son of Halvor and Martha (Everson) Juve, natives of Norway, who came to America about 1850, lived for many years in Dane County, this state, then moved to Juneau County, and then to Barron County, where they farmed in Maple Grove Township. The mother died March 8, 1919, and the father now lives in Stanley Township, this county. The subject of this sketch was reared to farm pursuits and received a district school education. In 1898 he took a general course in the Northwestern Business College at St. Paul. In 1908 he took a course in stenography. For a time he was employed as a stenographer in St. Paul. For some years he worked with his father, and in time acquired the home farm, which in all its departments bespeaks his intelligent and painstaking efforts. Mr. Juve was married May 25, 1914, to Gena Amundson, who was born in Maple Grove Township, Feb. 18, 1889, the daughter of Lars and Margaret (Tollefson) Amundson, early settlers of that township. Mr. Amundson is dead. Mrs. Amundson lives with her son, Tolef Amundson, in Maple Grove Township. Mr. and Mrs. Juve have two bright boys, Henry L., born Aug. 24, 1915; and Kenneth M., born July 16, 1917.

Frank O. Carlson, a retired farmer living in Hillsdale Village, owner of a good place of 80 acres in Section 34, east, Maple Grove Township, was born in Sweden, Nov. 2, 1858, son of Carl and Martha (Kathrina) Carlson. He received his education in his native land, and was reared as a farmer, He came to America in 1886, and settled on a farm in Grunde County, Ill. After two years he took up farm tiling as a business, and followed this line for ten years. In 1898 he came to this county, and purchased his present farm. He cleared all the land himself, built the farm buildings, put up fences, made various improvements, and carried on mixed farming and dairying. In 1916 he put up a barn, 34 by 62 feet for the further convenience of his work. That year he retired, and rented the place to his sons, Ronald H. and Ray J. Mr. Carlson married Emily Nelson, born in Sweden, the daughter of Nels and Mary Nelson. Mrs. Carlson died Sept. 8, 1917. She was a most estimable woman, a good wife and mother, and her loss is sincerely mourned. Mr. and Mrs. Carlson had six children. Oscar S. was born March 14, 1885; Carl E. was born March 15, 1887; Mary was born April 13, 1888, and died Oct. 20, 1918; Ronald H. and Donald H. (twins) were born Sept. 20, 1889, and Ray J. was born June 16, 1896. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Luthern Church. Ronald H. was married June 7, 1919, to Dorothy Brownlee, daughter of William and Alice Brownlee, who live north of Hillsdale Village. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Carlson have one son, Douglas R., born Aug. 27, 1920.

Olaf Rasmussen, now deceased, who came to Barron County when it was developing from a wilderness, was a good citizen and neighbor, and a kind husband and father, and will long be remembered as a hard working, in¬ dustrious, and useful man. He was born in Norway, July 5, 1857, and was there educated and reared to farm pursuits. He came to America in 1882, and settled in Baldwin, Wis., where he clerked in a store for two years. He then worked as a farm hand for a while, and next engaged in railroad work at Maple Island, Minn. It was in 1888, that he came to Barron County, and bought 80 acres, in Rice Lake Township, west of Rice Lake City. He cleared 20 acres, erected a set of buildings and good fences and became a prosperous farmer. Fire once swept the place, destroying everything except the house. The barn and other buildings were at once rebuilt, and the ravages of the fire repaired. In 1902 he sold this place, and bought 40 acres in Section 8, west, Maple Grove Township. He cleared practically all of this, erected buildings, acquired equipment, and carried on mixed farming and dairying until his lamented death, Nov. 1, 1918. For a year after his widow kept the farm going, and then sold to her son-in-law, Gunnar Jackson, with whom she makes her home. Mr. Rasmussen was married Nov. 29, 1890, to Gunda Norby, daughter of Nels and Gunda (Olson) Norby, natives of Norway, who came to America in 1889, and made their home with their son, Nels Norby, at Bald¬ win, Wis., until their death. Mr. and Mrs. Rasmussen had six children : Abbie, born Aug. 12, 1891, now is wife of August Peterson, of Minneapolis; Nettie, born April 14, 1895, also lives in Minneapolis; Otto and George, twins, were born March 25, 1899, and died the following year, George in February, and Otto in March; Rena was born May 10, 1897, and is now Mrs. Gunnar Jackson; Margaret, born Sept. 30, 1900, lives in Minneapolis. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Baptist Church.

Gunnar Jackson, an energetic young farmer of Section 8, west, Maple Grove township, was born Oct. 2, 1893, in Arland Township, this county, son of Jacob and Margaret (Anderson) Jackson, natives of Sweden, who came to America in 1892, and settled in Arland Township, where they now live, and where they are successfully farming. Gunnar attended the district schools of his neighborhood, and was reared to farm pursuits. He was married Sept. 24, 1919, to Rena Rasmussen, the daughter of Olaf and Gunda (Norby) Rasmus¬ sen, and to this union has been born one child, Arlene, born Aug. 23, 1920. After his marriage, Mr. Jackson purchased his wife's home farm, and now operates it, carrying on mixed farming and dairying.

William Lake, who owns a farm of 120 acres in Sections 8 and 9, Maple Grove Township, came here when the settlers were few and scattered, and took his share in the development which has resulted in the prosperity of to¬ day. He has many interesting stories to tell of those days, when comforts were few and hardships were many, and when it took the utmost courage and perseverance to persist in one's efforts to carve a home and a farm from the wilderness. He recalls with interest the fact that when he first came here he acquired a few bushels of potatoes, all he could get in the neighborhood, a few bushels of rutabagas which had been raised among the stumps, and a dressed pig, this being practically all the meat and vegetables his family had until he was able to get some crops raised. Mr. Lake was born Sept. 12, 1868, in Marshall County, Ind., the son of Joseph and Cynthia (Fuller) Lake, natives of New York State, who settled in Indiana, and there farmed, the father dying in 1868, and the mother in 1904, after spending a quarter of a century with her son, William. In the family there were six children: Lawrence, David (deceased), William, Nancy (deceased), Cassie (deceased), and Alice (deceased). William Lake received his early education in the dis¬ trict schools, and as a youth did farm work and was engaged in railroading. In 1885 he came to Barron county, and settled in Maple Grove Township, making his home with an old friend from Indiana, and devoting his time to farm labor. In 1887, he was enabled to purchase his present place. He cleared 60 acres, placed fences about the fields, erected buildings, and suc¬ cessfully carried on general farming and dairying for many years. In ad¬ dition to this he rented other farms from time to time and assisted in their development. In 1917 he rented the home farm to his son, Lawrence, but continues to reside there. He has been active in the affairs of the community, and has served on the school board for six years. Mr. Lake was married Dec. 30, 1881, to Emma McDonald, daughter of Samuel and Maria (Springer) McDonald, who spent their lives in Indiana, the father dying there, and the mother died on Feb. 26, 1876. In the family there were seven children: Jessie (deceased), Thomas (deceased), Simion (deceased), John, Oliver (de¬ ceased), Sherman (deceased) and Emma. Mr. and Mrs. Lake have nine chil¬ dren; Lawrence N., who rents the home farm, was born Jan. 26, 1883; Arvilla L. was born Oct. 30, 1884, and is now Mrs. Alfred Cobb, of Maple Grove Township; Jesse F. was born Oct. 8, 1887, and lives in Maple Grove Town¬ ship; David W. was born March 23, 1890, and lives in Barron. Anna M. was born June 14, 1892, and is now Mrs. Clarence Olson, of Barron; Cora I. was born March 7, 1896, and is now Mrs. George Raven, of Barron; John S., born Feb. 10, 1898, works on a farm in Prairie Farm Township. He was inducted into the United States service June 12, 1917. Edith E. was born March 18,

Peter Hughes, manager of the Hillsdale Cheese Co., secretary of the Hills¬ dale Western Telephone Co., and owner of a good farm of 80 acres in Sec¬ tions 21 and 28, Maple Grove Township, is one of the real leaders of the com¬ munity. He has lived in this county nearly forty years, and has been actively identified with all three of its leading industries, lumbering, general farming and dairying. For three years he has done progressive work for the town as town supervisor, and his fourteen years' service as member of the school board has shown him to be a true friend of education and civic betterment. He is well liked throughout the community, and has the fullest confidence of the best minds in the county. Born in Outagamie County, Wis., Oct. 13, 1869, the son of William and Louisa (Tio) Hughes, natives of Canada, he lost his father when he was a few months old, and was brought by his mother to Pierce County in 1872, and to Barron County in 1881. As a youth he started out for himself, and for some years was employed in the summers on farms in St. Croix County, and in the winters in the lumber woods north of Rice Lake. In 1893 he pur¬ chased 80 acres in Sections 28 and 29, Maple Grove Township, cleared 30 acres, and erected a set of buildings on the south forty. In 1906 he erected a set of buildings on the north forty, thus making two good farms. There he lived until the spring of 1914 when he became manager of the cheese factory, sold his farm, and purchased a home in Hillsdale Village. Two years later he moved onto his present farm, installed Delco lighting system in 1920, remod¬ eled the barn, erected a silo and machine shed and made general repairs. There he now successfully carries on general farming. Mr. Hughes was mar¬ ried April 16, 1896, to Ida Cook, daughter of Alexander and Mary (Clayton) Cook, natives respectively of Ohio and Indiana, who came to Barron County in 1883, and settled in Section 31, Maple Grove Township, and here lived until after the mother died, Feb. 1, 1907, after which the father, in 1908, moved to Chetek, where he lived for some years until taking up his present home with his children. Mr. and Mrs. Cook were the parents of eight children: Charles W., Ora, Ida, Lee, Jesse, Ella, Mae and Mary. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes have two children: Theo M. was born Dec. 13, 1901; and Margaret R. was born July 16,

Hans Borgen, a retired farmer of excellent standing, now living in Dallas Village, who has developed a good farm, and erected two sets of buildings in Dallas Township, was born in Norway, Oct. 1, 1847, the son of Ole and Mary (Johnson) Borgen, both now deceased. He was reared and educated in that country and as a youth learned the shoemakers' trade. In 1869 he came to America, landed in New York, went from there to Milwaukee, and found em¬ ployment in Racine County, Wis. Three years later, in 1872, he came to Eau Claire, this state. For a while he worked for the lumber companies, and then took up the carpenter trade which he followed there for many years. In 1887 he came to Barron County, and settled on 160 acres in Section 22, which he had purchased the previous year. This was the homestead of an early set¬ tler and a few crude buildings had been erected. He put up a fine set of buildings and cleared eighty acres. Here for many years he successfully car¬ ried on general farming and dairying, and became one of the leading men of the community. In 1901 he rented and in 1908 he sold eighty acres of the land, including the old home, to his son, Albert, and erected for himself a good set of buildings on the other eighty. He continued to operate his farm until 1918, when he retired and purchased his present pleasant residence in Dallas Vil¬ lage. Mr. Borgen has seen the wonderful progress made in this region for the past thirty-five years. He encouraged the building of the railroad and boarded many of the members of the construction crew. He assisted in starting the creamery and warehouse at Dallas, and has been active in promoting the farmers' store there. As the father of children, he is interested in education, and did most efficient service on the school board for twelve years. He is nowenjoying the reward of a well-spent life. Mr. Borgen was married at Eau Claire in 1873 to Magdalena Stevenson, born in Norway, July 30, 1848, the daughter of Ingebret and Martha (Anderson) Stevenson. This union has been blessed with nine children: John O., Martin I., Albert, Henry, Matilda, Sigwald, Hilda, Maria, Olga, and two that died in infancy. John 0. was born July 7, 1874, and died April 20, 1893. Martin I. was born Sept. 29, 1877, and farms in Dallas. Albert was born Oct. 30, 1879, and farms on a part of the home farm in Dallas. Henry was born Aug. 8, 1881, and farms in Dallas. Matilda was born Aug. 8, 1885, and is the wife of Henry Palmquist, of Barron Township. Sigward L. was born June 30, 1887, and is now farming in Dallas Township. Hilda was born Feb. 6, 1889, and died Feb. 18, 1899. Maria was born March 18, 1891, and is now the wife of Charlie Bailey of Nebraska. Olga J. was born Jan. 21, 1894, and is the wife of Enon Nelson of Big Spring, Neb.