Barron County, Wisconsin - Chapter 13: Biographical and Geneological Review, 1922 (part 38 of 46)

Village. While living in the township he served as road foreman and for a time was on the school board. Mr. Dodge was married Aug. 21, 1872, to Mary Smith, who was born in Canada July 1, 1855, daughter of William and Marie Mc- Cready, natives of Canada who settled in Nebraska and there lived the re¬ mainder of their lives. Mr. and Mrs. Dodge are the parents of six children: Ida, born June 29, 1873, is the wife of William Richmond of Winona, Minn. Charles, born Aug. 16, 1875, is in Salmon, Idaho. Emery, born Aug. 19, 1877, is in Chetek Township, this county. Chloe, born Aug. 7, 1879, is now Mrs. Paul Walter of North Dakota. Edith, born Oct. 24, 1885, is now Mrs. Harvey Flannagan of Dunn County, this state. Loyd, born July 3, 1893, lives in Dallas.

Christian Oleson, a worthy early settler, now deceased, who homesteaded a quarter section within the present limits of the Village of Dallas, which has been in the unbroken possession of the family for nearly fifty years, was born ih Sorum, Norway, the son of Ole and Anne (Horne) Oleson. He was reared and educated in his native land and was there married to Anna Hanson, who was born in Skemso, Norway, in 1843. In 1869 they came to America, bringing their son, Ole. From Quebec, where they landed, they came to Chicago, and then settled in Rock County, Wisconsin. In 1872 they came to Barron County and homesteaded 160 acres of wild land in sections 13 and 14. There were then but few settlers in this vicinity. No roads had been cut except a few trails and the tote roads of the lumber companies. The Indians and the wild ani¬ mals still roamed the woods. The Indians had a camp on the homestead and came here in large numbers. Mr. Oleson was a man of kindly disposition, who believed in being fair and just to all men; he treated the Indians as he would treat any other neighbors and their relations were always friendly. Mrs. Oleson and her baby also soon got over their fear of the savages, and they had many pleasant visits. The deer, too, were tame and often came within a few rods of the house. For a while times were hard, and the family had many difficulties to overcome. The trading and marketing points were far away. It was difficult to clear and break the land, even though they were fortunate in owning a yoke of oxen. As time passed, they built up a good farm. Mr. Oleson was active in the development of this part of the township, and helped to build many of the roads. He successfully carried on general farming and dairying for thirty-five years. After a long and useful career, he died, Nov. 20, 1907. He was well liked, and held in the deepest esteem, and his death was sincerely mourned. His good wife still lives on the place. She is still active and sprightly at 78 years. She is popular with the young people, and beloved by all who know her, and being a real pioneer, she has many interesting stories to tell of the early days. In the family there are three sons and two daughters: Ole was born in Norway, Nov. 27, 1867. Martin was born in Rock County, Wisconsin, Nov. 18, 1870. The others were born on the present place. Oluf was born Jan. 20, 1873; Julia (first), born in 1877, died in infancy; and Julia M., July 20, 1879. When the father died, each received forty acres, Julia and Oluf the eighty, with the buildings in Section 14, and Ole and Martin the eighty in Section 13. The four live together with the mother and constitute a happy family. They delight in keeping open house to their friends, and their home is always hospitable and cheery. The increase in values in this region may be seen from the fact that the taxes on the property the first year were forty cents. The taxes are now well over $100.

8, 1875, the son of Simon C. and' Elizabeth (Carpenter) Olson, natives respec¬ tively of Norway and England, who were (brought to Wisconsin as children. After their marriage, they lived at Milton: Junction, Rock County, this state, and then moved to Iowa County, this state, first living at Dodgeville and then moving to Wyoming, where he kept a lumber yard and operated a farm. He died Dec. 29, 1904, and the brother, Feb. 14, 1890. In the family there were four children, Addie, Libby (deceased), Allan and Richard C. Richard C. at- tended the common schools of his native county, and learned farming at home. In 1917 he came to Barron County, and bought his present farm of 160 acres. The farm was already a good one and he has continued the improvements. The buildings are in good repair and adequate for their needs, the land is well tilled and substantially fenced, and the equipment in tools, implements and machin¬ ery is of the best. Mr. Olson successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and has a good herd, headed by a full-blooded Holstein sire. - He is a believer in co-operative effort among the farmers, and has taken stock in the Hillsdale Equity Exchange, the Hillsdale Cheese Factory and the Fourtowns Cheese Factory. Fraternally, he is a member of the Beavers at Spring Green, Wis. Mr, Olson was married at Lone Rock, Wis., on March 14, 1909, to Ethel P. Philips, who was born in Iowa County, Wis., Dec. 28, 1885, the daughter of John and Anna (Van Blarcom) Philips, who were born in Canada, and farmed for many years in Iowa County, Wis., where he died July 12, 1897, after which she moved to Richland County, this state, where she still lives. In the Philips family there were six children, Bartlett, Roy, Ruth, Jennette, Irene and Ethel P. Mr. and Mrs. Olson have five children: Harold P., born Feb. 13, 1910; Lucille L., born March 14, 1913; Earl R., born April 11, 1915; Elaine V., born July 19, 1917; and Laverne L., born Nov. 17, 1920.

Aslak Olson, retired farmer living in the village of Dallas, was born in Norway Feb. 13, 1850, and in 1870 came to America and located in Columbia County, Wisconsin, where he joined an uncle, and did farm work for him for four years. In 1874 he purchased a tract of 40 acres, erected a log building, broke the land and farmed there for nearly thirty years. A number of his frijends in the meantime had come to Barron County, and in 1900 he, too, de¬ cided to locate here. He bought 160 acres in Section 31, east,' Maple Grove Township, erected a set of buildings, made many other improvements, and de¬ veloped a fine farm. He conducted mixed farming and dairying, having a large flock of good sheep, and raising a little tobacco. In 1915 he sold his farm to his son, Adolph, and retired and moved to the south part of the village of Dallas where he has a pleasant home, and where he is now enjoying a welldeserved rest after his many ; years of hard work. Mr. Olson was married Oct. 14, 1871, to Gunnel Austin, who was born in Norway, April 30, 1848, daughter of Austin and Anna <Tollefson) Austin, natives of Norway, where Mrs. Austin died, Mr. Austin afterward coming to America and making his l home with his daughter* Mrs, Aslak Olson, until his death. Mr. and Mrs. Olson have had four children: Oliver, born June 9, 1872, lives in Dallas; An¬ drew, born April 1, 1874* died Oct. 7, 1902; Anna, born Nov. 28, 1882, died Feb. 23, 1886; Adolph, born Aug. 25, 1899, owns the home farm in Maple 1 Grove , Township. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Church. .

Benjamin Massie, for many years a useful citizen of Barron County, was a prominent figure in this region in the early days, and1 did much toward its growth and progress. He encouraged people to settle here, he helped them to pick out desirable locations, he exchanged work with them, and was every¬ thing that a good neighbor should be. He encouraged the building of roads the establishment of schools, and was ever ready to give of his time, means and sympathy to every good cause. He was bom in Ohio, and as a young man married Hannah Sims, also a native of that state. They came to Wisconsin in 1873 and homesteaded 160 acres in Section 19, east, Dallas Township, this county. Here he erected log buildings and started the life of a pioneer. For a while times were hard, but with the passage of the years his faithful and intelligent toil resulted in well-deserved success. In 1892 he bought 160 acres more in the same section and erected a fine set of buildings. The original ^homestead, in 1897, he sold to his sons, Edward and Goirier R. The new place, in 1905, he rented to his son* A. Bert, and in 1908 sold to him, continuing, however, to make his home at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Sigler, vuntil his lamented death, Jan. 30, 1921. His good wife had passed away Nov. 1 7, 1899. He was a Blue Lodge Mason for many years. During the Civil War he enlisted in Company B, 172nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served till the close of the war. Mr. and Mrs. Massie were the parents of seven children. Eva is the wife of William L. Parker. Edward, Gomer R. and A. Bert are farm¬ ers in Dallas Township. Anna married Frank Garner, and died Aug. 18, 1921, less than seven months after the death of her father. Myrtle is the wife of Edward Sigler. Alice is a stenographer in St. Paul.

Gomer R. Massie, a representative farmer of Section 19, Dallas Township, was born in Jackson County, Ohio, Dec. 4, 1874, the son of Benjamin and Han¬ nah (Sims) Massie, who brought him to his present farm before he was a year old. He was reared here, and attended the log schoolhouse of Sioux Creek dis¬ trict. He thoroughly learned farming at home. In 1897 he and his brother, Edward, bought the father's original place. In 1900 he bought Edward out, and now owns the entire tract. He has continued to improve and develop this farm. In 1907 he put up a new barn and granary. The barn is commodious and modern, and is furnished with the Star and Louden equipment. Mr. Massie successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He is much in¬ terested in the development and progress of the town, and is especially an advocate of the cause of good roads. In 1921 he was appointed road overseer of the township and is doing most efficient work. He is a mechanic of consid¬ erable ability and for several years operated sawmills in this state and in Minnesota. Fraternally he is a member of Sand Creek Lodge No. 6687, Modern Woodmen of America. Mr. Massie is an excellent type of the modern farmer. He thoroughly understands his business, he is industrious and energetic, be¬ lieves in everything that is for the best interests of the community and takes just pride in his family, his home and his farm. Mr. Massie was married at Duluth, Minn., to Alice Conner, who was born in Saginaw, Mich., March 25, 1881, the daughter of John E. and Mary E. (Cole) Conner, natives of Canada, who came to the United States in 1877, settled in Saginaw, Mich., and from there moved to Superior, Wis., where the father died Jan. 28, 1909, and where the mother still lives. In the Conner family there were four children: Alice, Letitia, John and Jesse. The daughter Alice (Mrs. Massie) was reared in Supe¬ rior, Wis., and received her education in the Superior common and high schools, and at the State Normal school of that place. Mr. and Mrs. Massie have had seven children: John B. A., Letitia A., Robert G., Hazel E., Gomer E., Hugh (deceased), and Myrtle J. Mrs. Massie is doing most efficient service as treas¬ urer of School District No. 4, and was active in the erection of the new school building. She and her husband have a hospitable home and delight in keeping open house to their friends and their children's friends. The family faith is that of the Advent Christian Church.

William T. Cole, veteran of the Civil War, pioneer of Dallas Township, and early official, was born in Kentucky, Oct. 16, 1832, and as a small boy was taken to Bureau County, Illinois, where he was educated. He left home when quite young, and spent several years steamboating in the southern states. In 1856 he returned to Illinois, and there farmed and did general machine work. In 1862 he enlisted at Milwaukee, to which place he had moved with his family, in Company I, 27th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry, and was promoted for bravery to second lieutenant. He was severely wounded in action and was in a hospital when the war ended. In 1866 he located in Monroe County, Wiscon¬ sin, and did mill work for a while. He reached Barron County, May 8, 1870, and took a homestead of 160 acres in Section 20, Dallas Township, which then contained but few settlers. While putting up a log cabin he lived in a tent, and moved into the cabin on Dec. 24. Being an experienced hunter he kept the nearby settlers supplied with wild game. In the winter of 1870-71 he killed 118 deer which he disposed of to Knapp, Stout & Co. for use in their lumber camps, receiving other provisions in exchange. From year to year he con¬ tinued to develop his farm. He also did much toward encouraging new settlers to locate here and in helping them to get a start. Being a natural leader among his fellow men, he was early elected chairman of the town board, and as an official not only did much toward getting roads laid out in the town, but also rendered efficient general service. For many terms he was a member of the school board of his district. After a worthy and useful life he died Aug. 30, 1888. At that time he had developed his claim until the entire place was fenced and some eighty acres broken and under cultivation. Mr. Cole was married at Princeton, Ill., April 13, 1867, to Mary J. Smith, a native of Pennsylvania. She died Dec. 26, 1901. This union was blessed with two children: Belzina C., now the wife of Frank Bootin of Prairie Farm Township, this county; and S. Grant, a prominent farmer of Dallas Township.

S. Grant Cole, an active farmer of Section 20, Dallas Township, was born in Milwaukee, Wis., Aug. 31, 1862, the son of William T. and Mary J. (Smith) Cole, who brought him to Monroe County in 1866 and to his present farm in 1870. He attended the district school of the neighborhood and later took courses in the Menomonie High School and the Bloomer High School. He first went into the woods in 1878 and thereafter spent eight seasons as a lumberjack. In 1886 he went west and spent two years in Oregon and Washington. Then, in 1888, he returned home and operated his father's farm. At his father's death he received forty acres which he still owns. He has continued the im¬ provements made by his father. In 1889 he built a frame house. Here he suc¬ cessfully carries on general farming and dairying, his herd being of graded Shorthorns. Aside from building up a good farm, Mr. Cole has found time to take an active interest in public affairs, and for fifteen years he has done effi¬ cient service as a member of the school board of this district. He was married at Dallas on Oct. 6, 1899, to Julia O'Flanagan, who was born at Menomonie, Wis., Sept. 16, 1868, the daughter of John and Sarah (Clark) O'Flanagan. This union has been blessed with ten children : Mabel was born Aug. 19, 1890, and is the wife of Emil Miller of Prairie Farm. Myrtle was born Dec. 10, 1882, and is the wife of Alvin Miller of Spooner, Wis. Gertrude was born Jan. 27, 1894, and is the wife of William Brown of Spooner. Peter was born Oct. 17, 1896, and does farm work in Dallas Township. Jane was bom Feb. 21, 1899 and is now at St. Paul, Minn. Bertha was born May 1, 1903; Lottie was born June 30, 1906; Erma was bora Oct. 6, 1909; Clark was bora Nov. 9, 1911, and William was bora Jan. 9, 1914.

Henry H. Clough, now deceased, was one of the sturdy pioneers of Dallas Township. When he arrived here the town had been settled for some years, but the real development of the county was still in its infancy. The settlers were living here and there in log cabins on their little clearings among the pine stumps and brush or among the hardwood groves. Luxuries were un¬ known, the comforts were few, even the necessities were sometimes difficult to secure. From such conditions Mr. Clough saw the county develop into a prosperous agricultural region. He was bora in Vermont July 29, 1842, he was reared and educated in Pennsylvania, to which state his parents moved when he was a young boy and where he had more or less experience in farming and lumbering. In the late fifties he determined to try his fortunes in the middle west. Accordingly he came to Menomonie in Dunn County, this state, and with headquarters there worked for many years as scaler and estimator, and in sawmills. In 1878 he came to Barron County and bought 160 acres of wild land in Section 30, Dallas Township. He put up a frame house and moved his family therein. Then he began clearing up the land. He fenced the entire tract, broke and cleared 120 acres, and put up a good set of frame buildings. On this place he successfully carried on general farming for many years. He was active in neighborhood affairs, and became a man of influence and prom¬ inence. Fraternally he was a popular member of the Odd Fellows. On Nov. 28, 1909 he died after a worthy life filled with successful endeavor. Mr. Clough was married April 14, 1870 to Mary E. Wenzel, who was bora in Germany in 1849, and died April 26, 1893. Mr. and Mrs. Clough had five children : Eva P., born Oct. 8, 1872, who married Frederick N. Champion, and died June 27, 1919; David H., born July 16, 1874, and now a contractor and builder in Duluth;

Alice R;, born Jan. 12, 1877, who is the wife of Charles D. Rassbach of Hills¬ dale, Wis:; Robert E., born Aug. 10, 1881, and Mary K., born Aug. 24, 1883, who is the wife iof Freeman F. Edmonds of Hillsdale.

Robert E. Clough, one of the active farmers of Dallas Township, was born on the farm where he still lives in Section '30;. on Aug. 10, 1881, the son of Henry H. and Mary E. (Wenzel) Clough. He was reared on the home placet helped in its development, and learned farming from his father. His educa¬ tion was received in the district schools and in the high school at Menotnonie. Since his father's death he has owned and operated, the home farm. He is con¬ tinuing the improvements made by his father, and is successfully carrying on general farming and sheep raising. He is a stockholder in the Prairie Farm Creamery Co., and in the Prairie Farm Telephone Co., as well as in the Ridgeland Creamery. Co; He is active in all the affairs of the community, he is a deep reader of the farm journals, he believes in modern methods, and he stands well with all who know him.

Ernest A. Nitz, an energetic farmer of Section 8, west, Dallas Township, is a native of this township, born April 13, 1897, the son of Herman and Au¬ gusta (Radtke) Nitz. These good people were born, reared and educated in Germany, and both came to America in 1880. They were married in Dallas Township, Barron County, Wisconsin, and settled on a farm of 120 acres in Sections 8 and 18, this township. Here they have built up a good farm. They have erected a fine set of buildings, cleared about 60 acres and acquired suit¬ able equipment. They are genial, kindly people, and their home is always open to their friends and their children's friends. Ernest A. attended the district schools of his neighborhqod and learned farming from his father. In 1918 he bought the Lamberton Rogers farm of 80 acres in Section 8, west, Dallas Town¬ ship, from his uncle, Carl Nitz. He has a good set of modern buildings, in¬ cluding a barn, 36 by 66 feet, built in 1920. .He has cleared and stumped an additional ten acres. The farm is well tilled and well fenced, and well equipped with tools; implements and machinery. The herd consists of some good graded Guernseys headed by a full-blooded sire. Mr. Nitz was married Nov. 14, 1920, to Amelia Kallenbach, who was born in Prairie Farm Township, Aug. 13, 1901, the daughter of John and Catherine (Beiswanger) Kallenbach, prosperous farmers of that township. The family faith is that of the German Lutheran Church.

Lambert W. Rogers, a highly regarded farmer of Section 5, Dallas Town¬ ship, was born in Fulton County, Indiana, Sept. 27, 1872, son of David M. and Sarah (Hall) Rogers. The parents were natives of New Jersey, who, as young people, settled in Indiana, where both died, Mrs. Sarah Rogers about 1875 and Mr. Rogers in 1892. , They had seven children, Alvin, Mary, Rachel, Milton, John, Armedia and Lambert. After her death David. M. Rogers married a Miss Selby, and was subsequently united to a third wife, Alice Rohr, by whom he had a daughter named Luella. Lambert W. Rogers was educated in his na¬ tive state and was reared to farm pursuits. In 1893 he came to Barron County, Wisconsin, and bought 40 acres in Section 5, Dallas Township. Later he made other purchases and has owned as much as 320 acres at different times, all in Dallas Township. In 1916 he was the owner of 160 acres - 80 acres in Barron Township and 80 in Dallas Township. He sold the Barron Township 80 and purchased 80 acres in Dallas Township. A short time later he sold that and purchased his present tract of 80 acres. Here he has erected a fine set of buildings. The house, a comfortable structure, of nine rooms, was built in 1919. The barn, machine shed and other outbuildings were put up in 1916* House, barn and yards are illuminated by the Universal system. Mr. Rogers successfully carries on general farming and dairying and has a good herd of Durham cattle headed by a full-blooded sire. Fraternally, he is a mem¬ ber of Barron Lodge, No. 38, I. O. O. F. He is a good business man and a good farmer, and. is held in esteem by ajl who know him. Mr. Rogers was married Oct. 27, 1900, to Bessie Taylor Rogers, widow of John Rog- era. She was born at Colby, Clark County, Wisconsin, on June 16, 1872, the daughter of the Rev. George A. and Nancy (Rogers) Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers have had nine children. Ernest E. was born Feb. 24, 1902, and is attending the Barron High School. David R. was born Sept. 3, 1903 ; Stella V. was born Aug. 4, 1906; Luella I. was born Dec. 14, 1907; Linnie M. was born Oct. 6, 1909; Carl D. was born Feb. 29, 1912 and died June 4, 1913; Hazel E. was born Dec. 26, 1913; Leta A. was born Dec. 11, 1915; Herachel W. was born Jan. 13, 1919. By her marriage to John Rogers, who died July 7, 1896, Mrs. Rogers has two children : Della M., born March 12, 1892, the wife of Lyman Adrian of Miles City, Montana, and George R., born April 27, 1896, now in Miles City, Montana. The family faith is that of the Baptist Church.

Carl Zuehlke, a respected farmer of Sections 16 and 17, Dallas Township, was born in Germany, March 8, 1868, the son of William and Caroline (Wintland) Zuehlke. The family came to America in 1892 and located at Ashland, Wis. There Carl worked on the railroad. The next year he purchased 120 acres in S^tions 16 and 17, Dallas Township, Barron County, and sent his par¬ ents to occupy it. In 1898 he moved onto it himself with his wife and oldest child. But that same year the great fire swept everything away, so he moved back to Ashland again. In 1902 he returned to the farm, to the development and cultivation of which he has since devoted his attention. He has a fine set of buildings, including a pleasant residence and a barn, 36 by 70 feet, with full basement, and James equipment. The entire farm is fenced, and fifty acres cleared. Mr. Zuehlke carries on general farming and dairying, and has been successful in his operations. As the father of children, he is interested in education, and has served three years as a member of the school board of his district. He is a stockholder in the Prairie Farm Telephone Co. Mr. Zuehlke was married April 29, 1896, to Eva Jeske, who was born Nov. 2, 1872, the daugh¬ ter of Gottfried and Louisa (Schmelter) Jeske, both of whom are now deceased. This union has been blessed with seven children : Mamie B., born Feb. 4, 1897, now the wife of Ernest Krause, of Prairie Farm Township; Hilda L., born March 23, 1899, who clerks in a store at Ridgeland ; Elsie G., born Feb. 6, 1901, who is the wife of John O'Flannagan, of Dallas; Matilda O., born March 24, 1905; Albert A., Aug. 1, 1907; Elmer F., July 23, 1912; and Dorothy L., Dec. 11, 1915.

Thomas J. Howard, an early settler, now deceased, was for many years one of the active residents of Dallas Township, a good citizen, who took a promi¬ nent part in all civic movements. He was a life-long worker in behalf of pro¬ hibition, and labored for the improvement of highways, the betterment of rural schools, and the general public interests of the county. He took pride in his community, his home, his family and his farm, and was a faithful husband, a loving father, a kindly neighbor and a useful citizen. He was born in Briceville, Knox County, Indiana, June 16, 1836, the son of John and Nancy (Young) Howard, who, when he was a boy, moved to Highland, in Iowa County, Wis. There he was reared and educated. As a young man, he spent some time in the gold fields of California. For some years he was superintendent of a brick yard near Eau Claire, in this state. In 1872 he took a homestead of 160 acres in Section 8, east, Dallas Township. He made the trip from Chippewa Falls, and to reach the homestead, cut his way through the trees from Sioux Creek, across which he later built the first bridge. He put up a set of log buildings, and started clearing the land. In 1873 he brought his wife here. For over forty years he continued to successfully carry on general farming. He replaced the log buildings with a good set of modern structures, he cleared over half the land, and built up as good a farm as was to be found in the neighborhood. With all his busy work here, he found time for public service, and was a member of the town board for several terms and of the school board for several years. After a long and useful life, he died Nov. 27, 1914, since which time his widow has continued to live on the home farm. Mr. Howard was married at Eau Claire, Aug. 6, 1871, to Nellie Ward, who was born at Kingston, Canada, on

Dec. 25, 1844, the daughter of Ebenezer and Mary E. (Wilson) Ward, natives of Scotland, both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Howard had six children: Phillina, born May 28, 1872, is the wife of Albert Wilson, of Sumner Town¬ ship. Albert H., born Oct. 8, 1874, is now a land owner in Montana. Eben L., born June 26, 1877, is now at Bones' Ferry, Idaho. William, born Dec. 11, 1880, married Ruby Thorne of Chicago, and lives on the home farm, which he now owns and operates. He is an active, energetic and hard working man, a good farmer and a good citizen, and has a high standing among all who know him. Nancy M., born March 13, 1883, is the wife of Archie Miles, of Earl, Wis. Margie, born June 15, 1888, is the wife of Richard Thompson, of Dallas Town¬ ship. The family faith is that of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

Knute Granum, who established and developed the sightly and prosperous Woodlawn Farm in Section 5, east, Dallas Township, is a native of this state, born in Dane County, Dec. 7, 1859, the son of Ole and Ingrid (Lee) Granum, natives of Norway, who came to America in the fifties and located in Dane County, where they spent the remainder of their lives on a farm.<yrKnute at¬ tended the common schools and had the advantages of courses in the Academy at Mt. Horeb and in the Northwestern Business College at Madison, both in his native county. In 1889 he went to the Pacific Coast, and took a timber claim of 160 acres in the state of Washington. In 1891 he returned to Wisconsin, and rented his father's farm in Dane County for two years. In 1893 he purchased 80 acres near Madison, which he sold in 1896. Then he worked as a carpenter at Mt. Horeb for a while, after which he became manager of the Farmers' Store at that place. In 1910 he came to Barron County and bought 132 acres in Section 5, east, Dallas Township. Of this he cleared 90 acres and broke 60 acres. He also put up a good set of buildings, including a pleasant home and a barn, 34 by 100 feet, furnished with James equipment. He also set out a good orchard. On this place, for a decade, he successfully carried on general farm¬ ing and dairying. He developed a good herd of pure-blooded Shorthorn cattle and a good drove of pure-blooded Duroc-Jersey swine. He has been a friend of every good movement that has for its object the progress of the community and he is regarded as a useful and influential citizen. In 1920 he rented his farm to his son, Edwin O., and took his family to the state of Washington, where he is looking after his timber lands. For one term he was clerk of the school board of his district here. Fraternally, he is a popular member of Chetek Lodge of Masons. Mr. Granum was married at Klevenville, Wis., to Olena Skindrud, who was born at Klevenville, May 7, 1865, the daughter of Erik and Dorothy (Lukkon) Skindrud, natives of Norway, both now deceased. This union has been blessed with four children: Inger D., born Oct. 3, 1893; Edwin O., born Jan 13, 1895; Martha S., born Dec. 15, 1899; and Gladys M., born Jan. 4, 1906. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Edwin O. Granum, who operates the well-known Woodland Farm, in Sec¬ tion 5, east, Dallas Township, owned by his father, was born at Mount Horeb, Dane County,. Wis., Jan. 13, 1896, the son of Knute and Olena (Skindrud) Granum, who sent him to the public schools in his native county. He was fif¬ teen when the family came here, and he helped to develop the farm and as¬ sisted his father with the work. In 1919 he took a course in the Agricultural College of the University of Wisconsin at Madison. With this preparation, he took hold of the home farm in 1920. He is continuing it along the sound lines started by his father, and is already well on the road to success. He is well liked in the community and is a man of considerable influence. Fraternally, he is a popular member of Chetek Lodge, A. F. & A. M. Mr. Granum was mar¬ ried in Maple Grove Township, June 6, 1920, to Gertrude Nelson, who was born at Modena, Buffalo County, Wis., on Dec. 20, 1894, the daughter of Ole and Mary (Lee) Nelson, the former of whom is dead and the latter of whom is now the wife of Edward Huseth of Maple Grove Township.

Herman Zuehlke, now living retired at Barron, was born in Germany, and was there educated and reared to manhood. He came to America in the early eighties, and with headquarters at Menomonie, Dunn County, this state, worked for several years for Knapp, Stout & Co. Then for two years he worked as a sawmill employe in Rice Lake. In 1896 he bought 100 acres of wild land in Section 30, Dallas Township, put up a good set of buildings, and cleared sev¬ enty acres. There he carried on general farming and dairying until 1920, when he retired and moved to Barron, where he now lives. He is held in esteem and respect by all who know him. Mr. Zuehlke was married on April 26, 1889, at Dallas, Wis., to Lena Radtke. This union was blessed with six children: Martha, born June 16, 1892, is now the wife of Fred Glaser, of Dunn County, this state; Paul, born Feb. 4, 1894, is a farmer in Prairie Farm Township; Alma, born June 13, 1896, is residing at home; August, born June 4, 1897; Elizabeth, born May 7, 1901, now the wife of Albert Kalenbeck, of Prairie Farm Township; and Marie, born Jan. 13, 1903, who resides at home.

August Zuehlke, an active farmer of Section 30, Dallas Township, was born on the farm where he still lives, June 4, 1897, the son of Herman and Lena (Radtke) Zuehlke. He attended the district schools, learned farming from his father, and worked with his father until 1920, when he bought the farm. He is continuing the improvements made by his father, and is carrying on general farming and dairying. He has a good herd of Holsteins, headed by a fullblooded sire, and a good drove of Duroc-Jersey swine. He is well liked by the people of the community and is getting a good start in life. He was married Aug. 24, 1921, to Lydia Kurschner, daughter of John and Kate (Miller) Kurschner, farmers of Prairie Farm Township.

Henry O. Hanson, a well-to-do farmer of Section 12, Dallas Township, is a native of this county, having been born in Maple Grove Township, March 6, 1876, son of Ole Hanson Severud and Lena (Arneson) Hanson Severud, his wife. Mrs. Hanson Severud died March 6, 1912, and her husband subsequently married Mrs. Ingeborg Berg, widow of Knute Berg. Henry O. Hanson received his education in the district schools and was reared to farm pursuits by his father. In 1894, in order to have a little experience away from home before settling down to his life work, he went to Foster County, North Dakota, where he worked on the famous Casey Ranch, which consisted of 100,000 acres, of which 16,000 was then under cultivation. In 1899 he came back to Barron County and purchased 80 acres in Section 12, Dallas Township. In 1906 he bought 40 acres more. In 1919 he bought still another 40 acres. This makes him a good farm of 160 acres. He has cleared about 106 acres of this^ and has erected a fine set of buildings. The pleasant home, just completed, is comfort¬ able, with modern conveniences. The barn is 36 by 92 feet, with 14-foot posts* It has a full basement and a center driveway. The equipment is of the James system. Both house and barn are equipped with the Delco lighting system. The yard is well kept, the fences are in good repair, the tools and machinery are excellent, and everything about the place makes it a profitable and prosperous farm. Mr. Hanson successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and has a fine herd of high-grade Holsteins, headed by a full-blooded sire. Aside from being an expert farmer, Mr. Hanson is possessed of considerable mechan¬ ical ability. For four years he operated a sawmill in Dallas Village. During this time he cut 60,000 feet of lumber from timber which he logged on the home place, and which he used in erecting his barn and outbuidings. He is also interested with Knute Hanson, in a threshing outfit, under the firm name of Hanson & Hanson. Mr. Hanson is regarded as one of the most useful men in the community. He is thoroughly modern in his methods, he uses a high intel¬ ligence in his operations, and his hard work and industry have been rewarded with success. Busy as he has been with his work, however, he has not been unmindful of his public duties, and he is doing good service as clerk of his school board. Mr. Hanson was married at Dallas, Wis., on May 7, 1906, to Inga Peterson, who was born at Strum, Trempealeau County, Wis., Feb. 1, 1888, the daughter of John and Alena Peterson, who now live retired in Dallas. Mr. and Mrs. Hanson have six children. Evelyn L. was born May 10, 1907; Orpha M.

Rnute Amundson, one of the earliest settlers in the vicinity of the present Village of Dallas, was born in Norway and was there reared and educated. He married Rena Evensdotter, also a native of that country. They came to America in the sixties, and settled in Dane County, this state. From there they came to Barron County, in 1870, accompanied by Nels Tollefson and Christ Sorenson, and their families. These three settled in Dallas Township, and were the first to live near the village. Mr. Amundson took a homestead of 160 acres of wild land in Section 2. He put up a set of log buildings and started to clear the land. As time progressed, he erected a good set of frame structures, and placed nearly all the land under cultivation. In 1903 he sold a part of his place to his son, John, but continued to live thereon until his death, in the fall of 1917. His wife had passed away March 7, 1914. Mr. and Mrs. Amundson had ten children: Andrew (deceased), Anna, Even, Olive (de¬ ceased), Theodore (deceased), Clara, Ida, Emma (deceased), John and Oscar.

John Amundson, a well known farmer of Section 2, Dallas Township, is a native of this county, born on the place where he still lives, May 4, 1881, the son of Knute and Rena (Evensdotter) Amundson. He attended the district schools and learned farming from his father. In 1903 he purchased 103 acres of the home place. To the improvement and operation of this farm he has since devoted his attention. In 1913 the old home was destroyed by fire, and he replaced it with a modern, eight-room dwelling. He successfully carries on general farming and dairying and has a fine herd of graded Durham cattle. Mr. Aipundson keeps well abreast of the times, his judgment is respected, and he stands well with all who know him. He was married Sept. 5, 1902, to Anna Wintrone, who was born in Dallas Township, this county, on April 26, 1882, the daughter of Trone and Gunhild (Hazelhaugen) Wintrone, of that township. Mr. and Mrs. Amundson have nine children: Clara T. was born April 27, 1903, and is a teacher. Genard W. was born Jan. 26, 1905. Herman L. was born Sept. 5, 1907. Lloyd L. was born July 10, 1909; Wallace T. was born Aug. 19, 1911; Griffin M. was born Oct. 23, 1913; Ben E. was born Sept. 3, 1916; Ken¬ neth J. was born July 24, 1918; and Lawrence was born Dec. 24, 1919, and died in infanwr. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Marais G. Jones, a prosperous and progressive farmer of Section 5, west, Dallas Township, wa? born in La Crosse County, this state. May 15, 1895, the son of David J. and Minnie (Hanson) Jones, who brought him to Barron County in 1903. He attended the district schools and learned farming from his par¬ ents. March 1, 1919, he bought the home farm of 120 acres in Section 5, Dallas Township. There he successfully carries on general farming and dairying and has a fine herd of Guernseys headed by a full-blooded sire. He is using modern methods in his farming, he is well along the road to success, and he is highly regarded by all who know him. He believes in everything that is for the betterment of the farming community, and has taken stock in the Fourtowns Cheese Factory, the Stock Sales Pavilion at Barron, and the Prairie Farm Telephone Co. Mr. Jones was married at Minneapolis on Feb. 4, 1919, to Blanche E. Hughes, who was born at Eagle Bend, Minn., on Dec. 19, 1895, the daughter of William and Ella (Hanson) Hughes, for many years farmers of Maple Grove Township. In the Hughes family there are eight children: Blanche E., Grace, Charles, George, Paul, John, Robert and Donald. Mr. and Mrs. Jones have one child, Virgil M., born Jan. 6, 1920.

Ove G. Amdall, at one time the owner of extensive interests in Barron County and now the owner and operator of a fine place of 340 acres in Welch Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota, was born in Norway, and was there reared and educated. He came to America in the early seventies and located on a farm in Story County, Iowa. There he married Agatha Barke, the daughigitized by Google ter of a neighbor. By hard work and diligent application they attained a com¬ petence. In 1900 Mr. Amdall came to Barron County and acquired agricultural land here. In all he owned at different times five different farms. In 1914 he sold all his interests here and moved to Northfleld in Rice County, Minnesota, with the intention of retiring. But later he purchased his present place and is still successfully engaged in agricultural operations. By his first wife, who died in 1899, he had eight children: Ellen (deceased), Ellen, Andrew, Martin (deceased), Myrtle, Owen, Agatha and Herman. By his second wife, Olga Thereby, he has three children, Otto, Olive and Martin.

Andrew Amdall, who occupies an excellent position as one of the most prominent men in Dallas Township, was born in Story County, Iowa, June 24, 1884, the son of Ove G. and Agatha (Barke) Amdall, natives of Norway. He received a common and high school education and came to this county with his parents in 1900. In 1906 he rented a farm in Section 15, Dallas Township, for two years. In the fall of 1908 he purchased 100 acres in Section 21, which he sold the next year. For a while in 1909-10 he traveled in the southern and western states. In 1911 he purchased 120 acres in Section 9, east, Dallas Township. There he built a modern house, silo, granary, machine shed and other buildings. He also improved the land and put in new fences. There, through years of hard work, he developed as good a place as was to be found in the neighborhood. In 1919 he sold this place and bought his present farm of 120 acres in Section 13, west, Dallas Township. This piece of larfd, within the village limits of Dallas, was once owned by his father. He has remodeled the house, fixed over the barn* and erected a silo, machine shed and other buildings. He has also put up new fences, further improved the land and purchased suitable tools, implements and equipment. Here he successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He has a good herd of high grade Guernseys headed by a pure-blooded sire, and a good drove of Duroe-Jersey swine. His business holdings include stock in the Farmers Store at Dallas. Mr. Amdall was married Oct. 4, 1912; to Mildred Keyes, who was born in Barrbn County Sept. 28, 1893, the daughter of Lucius and Harriet (Fauver) Keyes. Mr. and Mrs. Amdall have four children. Marvel J. was born July 17, 1914; Emmett F. and Ellis B. (twins) were born Oct. 12, 1916, and Lawrence K. was born May 20, 1918. " < - 1

< Perry V. Nicklow, the prosperous owner of the fertile and productive Summit Farm, which is as good a place as can be found in the neighborhood, was bom in Fulton County, Indiana, Oct. 30, 1867, the son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Beach) Nicklow. He attended school in his native county and also in Barron County after his parents brought him here in 1880. He grew up on the home place which constitutes 40 acres of his present farm. He pur¬ chased this tract in 1895 when but eighteen years old. He and his- brother, Frank E., bought 40 acres in the same section and cut nearly all the timber off the place. As time passed he bought 40 acres in Section 4 and 40 acres in Section 8, making in all a fine farm of 160 acres. Of this about 100 acres are under cultivation. In addition to the 160 acres Mrs. Nicklow owns 20 acres in Section 17. In 1894 Mr. Nicklow built the present comfortable home of eight rooms and fitted with many modern conveniences. The modern barn was built in 1913. It is 36 by 60 feet and furnished with many approved appliances. The other buildings have been erected as necessity has demanded. The house and bam are lighted with the Fuller & Johnson electric system and supplied with running water. The whole set of buildings is most sightly, with pleasant yard and drive, and has the appearance of being one of the best in the neigh¬ borhood. The farm is well tilled and well fenced, and under Mr. Nicklow*s capable management has proven most profitable. The equipment in tools, im¬ plements and machinery is of the best. Mr. Nicklow carries on general farm¬ ing and dairying and has a fine herd of Guernsey cattle headed by a fullblooded sire. He is a stockholder in the Barron Stock Pavilion, and in the Dallas and Prairie Farm Telephone Co. He was dne of the organizers and for years a stockholder in the Dallas Co-operative Creamery, and is a member of the Ridgeland and Hillsdale Shipping Association. Widely known through¬ out this part of the county he is one of the most influential men in the com¬ munity. He is a fine type of the modern progressive farmer, working hard, directing his efforts with intelligence and science, and keeping well abreast of the times by wide reading. His opinions are held in much weight and he is a useful citizen in every respect. For thirty years he has served as a mem¬ ber of the school board of his district and has done excellent service. Mr. Nicklow was married Jan. 22, 1896, to Mattie L. Foster, who was born in Mukwonago, Wis., April 19, 1874, the daughter of William S. and Lottie F. (Smart) Foster. This union has been blessed with two children: Lloyd H., born Nov. 4, 1899, who died Aug. 28, 1914, and Mayneen E., born July 1, 1905. The fam¬ ily faith is that of the Free Baptist Church.

Leon W. Jewett, an influential farmer of Section 17, east, Dallas Town¬ ship, was bom in Richland County, this state, the son of Franklin S. and Lucy (Lewis) Jewett, natives respectively of Wisconsin and New York state. These good people farmed a number of years in Dane County, this state, and then moved to Richland County, also in this state, where they secured 40 acres on which they erected a set of buildings and developed a good farm. The father died there Jan. 1, 1918 and the mother now lives in Ithaca, Wis. In the family there were eight children: Mabel, who died in 1909; Charles, Harvey, Arthur (deceased), Morris; Ralph, who died in 1904; Leon W. and Grace. Leon W. received his education in the district schools of his native county, learned farming from his father, and remained at home for many years. In 1907 he became a painter, a trade which he followed for two years. In 1909 he rented a farm in his native county, but after being there a while he lost everything by fire and again took up the painting trade. In 1913 he bought 160 acres in Willow Township, Richland County. He sold this in 1914 and came to Barron County, and purchased 80 acres in section 15, Dovre Township. He repaired the buildings, built a barn and silo, and continued the development of the land. Here he carried on general farming till the fall of 1919 when he sold and moved to his present farm in section 17, east, Dallas Township. Here he carries on general farming and dairying and has a good herd of Holstein cat¬ tle, headed by a full blooded sire. He keeps well abreast of his times by reading the farm journals and attending various meetings, and he is following tried and approved methods in all his operations. Mr. Jewett was married in Rich¬ land County, Wis., on May 5, 1909, to Alice Fitzgerald, who was bora at Richland Center, Wis., the daughter of Thomas and Emma (Pickering) Fitz¬ gerald, the former of whom is dead and the latter of whom is now married to August Friday and lives at Richland Center, Richland County, this state. In the Fitzgerald family there were eight children: Nellie, William, Gerald, Ed¬ ward, Jessie, Alice, Helen and Charlotte. Mr. and Mrs. Jewett are the parents of two children. Arlene was bora May 2, 1910. Agnes L. was born Nov. 30, 1913. The family faith is that of the Free Methodist Church.

Emil Anderson, an estimable citizen of section 35, Dallas Township, was born in Norway, April 2, 1866, the son of John and Ellen (Hendrickson) An-, derson. The father died in that country, and the mother came to America and * settled in Trempealeau County, this state. Later she married Ole Anderson. He lives in Sand Creek in Dunn County, and she is now dead. The subject of this sketch was brought to Trempealeau County in 1868 and to Dunn County in 1874. He received a common school education and learned farming at home. In 1895 he purchased his present farm of 160 acres. He has erected a good set of buildings, including a pleasant home and a barn, which is furnished with Louden equipment. About 90 acres of the tract are under cultivation. Here he successfully carries on general fanning and dairying, owning a good herd of Holstein cattle. He is a hard working, industrious man who is interested in the public welfare and has taken great pride in his home and in his fine family. He was married Oct. 4, 1894, to Julia Werner, who was born at Sand

Creek, Dunn County, Dec. 12, 1876, the daughter of John and Mary (Everson) Werner, early settlers of Dunn County, this state. The father died Nov. 16, 1911, and the mother now makes her home with the Anderson family. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have ten children. John William was born Jan. 21, 1896. Ellen was born May 19, 1896, and is the wife of Roy Ellefson of Dallas Township. Henry was born Jan. 13, 1898, and died Dec. 3, 1899. Henry was born Dec. 7, 1899. Morris was born Dec. 10, 1901, and is now dead. Edna E. was born March 8, 1904. Alpha C. was born Aug. 14, 1906. Jule E. was born May 7, 1908. Freeman was born Aug. 10, 1910. Louella was born Sept. 26, 1913. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

John J. Arnevik, a substantial farmer of sections 31 and 36, Dallas Town¬ ship, was born in Norway, Aug. 18, 1872, the son of John and Gertrude Hal¬ verson, both of whom are now dead. He was reared and educated in his native land, and came to America in 1889. For a while he did farm work in Dane County, this state, then in Dunn County, this state, and then in Steele County, N. D. In 1898 he rented a farm in Dunn County. Three years later, in 1901, he came to Barron County, and purchased his present place of 146 acres. He erected a good set of buildings, installed running water and other conveniences, and has cleared up forty acres. He now has 130 acres under cultivation. He carries on general farming and dairying and has a good herd of Durham cattle. In addition to his farm, he owns a pleasant home and good lot in Colfax, Wis. He is a stockholder in the Farmers' Store at Dallas. He is .a hard working man, who takes much pride in his place, and he is developing as good a farm as is to be found in the neighborhood. Mr. Amevik was married at Hope, N. D., Oct. 28, 1899, to Olive Martinson, who was bom Nov. 6, 1872, the daugh¬ ter of John and Olia (Olson) Martinson, natives of Norway, who came to Amer¬ ica in 1872 and settled on a farm in Dane County, Wis. Mr. and Mrs. Amevik have four children: Garfield J. was born Jan. 10, 1901; Ona J. was bom Dec. 9, 1902; Julia O. was born April 7, 1905; and Helmer M. was born Jan. 4, 1907. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Ole T. Anderson, a well-to-do farmer living in Dallas Township, on the Dunn County line, was born in Norway, Feb. 17, 1860, the son of Thorston and Skjerste (Hanson) Anderson. These good people came from Norway in 1861, and located on a farm in Dunn County. In 1874 he took a homestead of 160 acres, 80 of which lie in section 31, east, Dallas Township, and 80 of which lie in section 6, Sand Creek Township, Dunn County. He built a set of build¬ ings on the Dallas tract and started to clear up the land. He was just getting a start when he died on March 4, 1875. The mother died May 27, 1907. In the family there were eight children: Andrew (deceased), Hans, Halver, Ole T., Bessie, Lena, Christina and John (deceased). Ole T. was brought to this state as an infant. He attended the district schools and learned farming from his father. After his father's death, he continued on the farm, and in time bought out the other heirs. To the homestead he has added 40 acres in section 31, Dallas Township, so that he now has a good farm of 200 acres. He has cleared and broken 160 acres, put up good fences and secured suitable equipment. He also erected a good set of buildings. On this place he profitably conducts general farming and dairying. He is a hard working man of good judgment, he believes in modern and progressive methods, and his opinions are held in high regard throughout the neighborhood. In public affairs he has been town super¬ visor and he has served on the school board of his district for many years. Mr. Anderson was married March 22, 1890, to Mary Nerison, who was born in Vernon County, Wis., Oct. 16, 1871, the daughter of Osmund and Margaret Nerison, natives of Norway, who came to America in 1867 and settled in Ver¬ non County, where they remained until 1875, when they moved to Trempeauleau County. From there they went in 1879 to South Dakota, and in 1887 came to Barron County, Wis., settling in Stanley Township, where Mr. Nerison died Dec. 14, 1904. He was a farmer by occupation. Since his death his wife has resided with her daughter, Mrs. Ed Erickson, of Stanley Township, this county. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have had eight children: John T. was bom Sept. 12, 1891, and died April 26, 1893. Mollie was bom April 3, 1893, and died April 23, 1893. Oscar M. was born Nov: 8, 1894, and died Jan. 28, 1896. Wil¬ helm A. was born Feb. 1, 1896. Mabel C. was born Jan. 1, 1899, and is the wife of Gust Granum of Sand Creek Township, Dunn County. An unnamed child was born March 18, 1902, and died in infancy. Morris T. was bora Nov. 13, 1904. Joseph was born Sept. 27, 1907, and died in infancy. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church. -

Frederick Newman, who has developed a good farm in Dallas Township, on which he is now living retired, enjoying the fruits of a well spent and indus¬ trious life, was born in Germany and was there reared and educated. As a young man he married Minnie Bendeline, also a native of that country. In 1881 they set out to try their fortunes in the new world. After landing at Baltimore, Md., they continued their way until they reached Menomonie, Dunn County, this state. From there they came to Barron County and bought 40 acres in section 21, Dallas Township. There Mr. Newman put up a set of log buildings and started farming. As his prosperity increased, he bought 80 acres in section 21 and 40 acres in section 19. He also erected a good set of modem buildings. Here for forty long years he carried on general fanning and dairy¬ ing. He worked early and late, ever taking his deepest interest in his family, his home and his farm; and in time by earnest effort, assisted by his good wife, he achieved success. As the father of children he is interested in educa¬ tion, and has served for several years as a member of the school board/ of his district. In 1916 he retired but still lives on the home place, with his son, Fred E., who rented it in 1915 and purchased it in 1920. Mr. and Mrs. Newman were the parents of eight children: Minnie is the wife of August Richard. Gust is farming in Dallas Township. Lena is the wife of Fred Kottke of Dunn County, this state. Bertha is the wife of Mathew Anderson of Dallas. Martha is the wife of John Mork of Dunn County. Fred E. owns the home farm. Mary lives with her parents, and Louise is the wife of George Serley of Chetek Township.

Fred E. Newman, an energetic and active farmer of sections 19 and 21, Dallas Township, is a native of this county, bom on the farm where he now lives, Dec. 25, 1892, the son of Fredrick and Minnie (Bendeline) Newman, who settled on the place in 1885. Fred E. was reared here and received his education in the district school. He thoroughly learned farming from his father and gradually took over the responsibilities of the farm. In 1915 he rented the place and in 1920 he purchased it. He is keeping everything in the beat of repair and is successfully carrying on general farming and dairying. He has a good herd of graded Shorthorns and a good drove of Poland-China swine. Mr. Newman takes his part in public affairs as a good citizen and is popular with the young people of the neighborhood. For three years he has served as clerk of the school board.

Thomas Austin, a well-to-do farmer of section 6, east, Dallas Township, is one of the most honored and respected men of the community. He is a hard working, industrious man, of good judgment and high principles, and he is an excellent example of the men who have come to this country from other lands, and here by industry and shrewdness, have acquired success. He was born in Norway, March '5, 1850, the son of Austin and Anna (Tollefson) Austin, both now deceased. He attended school in Norway, and as a youth learned the stone mason's trade. In 1872 he started for America, and after a long and tedious trip, landed at Quebec, from which city he came directly to Milwaukee in this state. There he worked for a while at his trade, helping to erect the Pftster Hotel. Later he settled in Lowville Township, Columbia County, this state, where he and his brother, Germen, bought 280 acres of land which they worked together for several years. Then they sold 80 acres to another brother, Anunn, and divided the remainder, so that each received 100 acres. There the subject of this sketch continued to farm for a number of years, also doing considerable work at his trade at the same time. He was well known and well liked among his neighbors, and served as township assessor. In 1901 he sold his Columbia County interests and came to Barron County, where he bought 132 acres in section 6, east, Dallas Township. The tract was then all wild land. He erected a fine set of buildings. The foundations he laid himself, he got out the timber from which most of the lumber was made, and he did much of the actual work of putting up the buildings. He has also cleared more than 100 acres. Although over seventy, Mr. Austin is one of the most active men in the neighborhood. Last winter, in addition to doing his farm work, he cut over 65 cords of wood, besides felling the timber for it. He has a good place and takes just pride in his family, his farm and his home. In public affairs he has served for three years as a member of the school board. In 1903 Mr. Austin's house was destroyed by fire, but he has replaced it with a new frame house erected entirely by himself. Mr. Austin was married at Otsego, Columbia County, Wis., in June, 1878, to Emma Thompson, who was born at that place, the daugh¬ ter of Rolef and Esther (Halverson) Thompson, both now deceased. This union has been blessed with ten children: Anna (first) and Robert C. are dead; Anna (second) is the wife of Alex Gullickson of Barron Township. Otto farms in Dallas Township; Inga is the wife of Anton Johnson of Chetek; Esther is the wife of Emil Fleming of Dallas; Nettie is working in the Barron City Hospital; Robert is helping his father on the home farm; Mabel works in the Barron Hospital, and Bella is at home. The family faith is that of the Norwe¬ gian Lutheran Church.

Samuel B. Brusen, manager of the Dallas store of the Farmers' Store Co., has been connected with the mercantile business since' his youth, is well qual¬ ified for his position and is maintaining a high standard of goods and service. He was born in Denmark, June 7, 1888, son of Peter and Margaret (Sorenson) Brusen, who came to America in that year and settled on a farm in Chetek Township, this county. Samuel B. was reared in Chetek and Superior, and found his first employment at the Chetek store of the Farmers' Store Co. In 1909 he became manager for the Snyder, Robarger Mercantile Co. at Spooner, but later resumed his employment with the Farmers' Store Company, working for one year at Bloomer, Wis. Then he worked six months for the Shell Lake Mercantile Co. at Shell Lake, Minn. In 1912 he returned to Chetek, and after clerking for a while in the store of the Farmers' Store Co. there, he became its manager. In 1917 he was transferred to Dallas. He has taken an active interest in public affairs, and has been a village trustee in both Chetek and Dallas. Mr. Brusen was married Sept. 19, 1909, to Clara Olson, daughter of Gilbert and Leona Olson, natives of Norway, who came to America in the early eighties and settled in Dunn County, this state, where they have since farmed except for an interval of twelve years, during which they lived in North Da¬ kota. Mr. and Mrs. Brusen have two children : Bernard W., born May 21, 1911, and Margaret L., born Jan. 29, 1915.

Philip Brooks, assistant cashier in the Bank of Dallas, is one of the popular young men of the village and although he has been here but a short time his personality is already proving an important factor in the success with which that institution is meeting. He was born July 14, 1893, in Minneapolis, the son of Charles B. and Anna J. (Marshall) Brooks, natives of Buffalo, N. Y., who moved from there to Aberdeen, S. D., and then to the Twin Cities, where the father died Jan. 31, 1908, after which the mother moved to Baltitimore, where she now lives. In the family there were two children: Alan of Danbury, Wis., and Philip of Dallas, Wis. Philip received his early education in Minneapolis, graduating from the West High School, and took a year's course at the University of Minnesota. In 1913 he entered the employ of the "Soo" Line, and then went to Danbury, Wis., and with his brother, Alan Brooks, and A. J. Wentzel, organized the Danbury State Bank, of which he became assistant cashier and in which he is still a stockholder. He assumed the duties of his present position Sept. 15, 1920. Mr. Brooks was married Oct. 7, 1920, to Myrtle V. Carter, daughter of J. V. and Daisy (Valentine)

Carter, the former of whom lives in Danbury, Wis., and the latter of whom died in 1914. In the Carter family there were five children: Linus V., Dale, Constance, Irene and Myrtle. The family faith is that of the Presbyterian Church.

Wilmer F. Black, proprietor of the Black Bear Hotel, Dallas Village, was born in Denmark, Oct. 3, 1866, son of Claus and Hansene (Skafte) Black, natives of Denmark, who came to America in 1882 and settled in Dane County, Wis., where he died July 22, 1915, and where she still lives. In the family there were fourteen children: Theodore O., Theresa A., Rasmus, Lewis, Dor¬ othy, Wilmer F., Hansene (deceased), Hans, Christ 0., Marie, Fredericka (deceased), Mary, Peter and Lovie C. Wilmer F. was educated in Denmark, and there worked in a hotel. He came to America with his parents and worked on farms in Dane County, Wis., until 1887 when he went to North Dakota and took homestead rights to 160 acres. For three years his crops were a total failure, so he sold out and opened a meat market at Ruthven, Iowa. Later he worked in Minnesota for a while and then returned to Wisconsin and operated his father's farm for four years. In 1896 he made a trip to Denmark for four months. Upon his return he farmed in Rock County, Wis., and then bought 112 acres in Dane County. This he sold and bought another farm in the same county. In 1911 he came to Barron County and purchased 200 acres in section 27, west, Dallas Township. He remodeled the buildings, built an addition to the barn and greatly improved the place, giving it the name of the Burr Oak Stock Farm. Here he carried on general farming and stock raising, making a specialty of Holstein cattle, Poland-China swine and a good grade of sheep. In March, 1920, he sold out and bought the Anderson Hotel, chang¬ ing the name to the Black Bear Hotel. It has 23 rooms, with modern equip¬ ment, and under Mr. Black's able management is proving a great success and is doing much to boost the village by giving visitors, tourists and traveling men a favorable impression of Dallas hospitality. Mr. Black is a member of the Odd Fellows. He was married Dec. 25, 1898, to Dorothy F. Niephur, born Dec. 10, 1876, daughter of Frank and Wilhelmina (Dean) Niephur, natives of Germany, who came to America in 1860 and settled in Madison, Wis., where they lived until the mother's death, June 18, 1909, after which Mr. Niephur moved to Pueblo, Colo., where he now lives. In the Niephur family there were nine children: Amelia, William, Frank, John, Theo (deceased), Dorothy, Ernestine, Emil and Paul. Mr. and Mrs. Black have two children: Violet T. and Gordon T. Violet T. was born May 3, 1901, and attends the Barron High School. Gordon T. was born Nov. 14, 1905, and is attending the public schools. In addition to his hotel business, Mr. Black does considerable auctioneering, as he has for some time past. He is an expert in this line and his services are greatly in demand.

Daniel S. Bishop, a highly respected and substantial citizen, owning a good place of 80 acres in section 5, west, Dallas Township, was born at Roch¬ ester, in Fulton County, Indiana, March 24, 1865, the son of Steven M. and Caroline (Bunnell) Bishop, natives of Crawford County, Pa., who went to Indiana as young people, farmed there until 1881, and then went to Kansas, where they spent the remainder of their lives, the father dying Aug. 2, 1886, and the mother, Jan. 11, 1890. In the family there were eleven children: Jefferson, Sylvanis (deceased), Stephen W., Adeline, David, Almira, Marimon (deceased), Silas G., Delia, Monroe M., and Daniel S. The subject of this sketch, the youngest of the family, received his education in the district schools of his native county, learned farming from his father, and remained on the home farm until 1881. Then he learned the painters' trade which he followed in Kansas and Barron County, Wis., for fifteen years. It was in 1892 that he came to Barron County and purchased his present place, which was then wild land. He has cleared 65 acres, of which he has broken 40 acres. He has also put up a good set of buildings, including a comfortable residence. The barn, 82 by 64 feet, was put up in 1920. It is furnished with

Louden equipment and other modern fixtures. Most of the lumber in the buildings came from timber cut on the place. Mr. Bishop is successfully carrying on general farming and dairying, and has a good herd of Holstein cattle headed by a full blooded sire. Believing as he does, in everything that is for the betterment of farm conditions, he has taken stock in the Prairie Farm Telephone Co., the Barron Stock Pavilion and the Fourtowns Cheese Co. He is a friend of education and has done most excellent service for six years as a member of his school board. His opinions are valued, and he is regarded as a useful citizen in every respect, faithful to all the obligations of life. Mr. Bishop was married at Peabody, Kans., on Feb. 13, 1890, to Nora A. Acton, who was born in Iowa, April 28, 1871, the daughter of Matthew and Lorenda (Moore) Acton, the former of whom died Dec. 11, 1919, and the latter July 8, 1882. In the Acton family there were five children: Alice, Geda, Elda, George and Nora. By her former husband, Mr. Hale, Mrs. Acton had a son, Oscar Hale. Mr. and Mrs. Bishop have had six children: Della C., born Nov. 11, 1890, is the wife of James B. Dillon of Dallas Township. Stella P., born March 29, 1892, is now the wife of Elmer M. Rogers of Dallas Township. Nina L., born Jan. 27, 1896, is the wife of Melvin Nelson of Maple Grove Township. C. Leonard was born March 11, 1903; Kennard S., April 19, 1907; and Lela F., March 8, 1913. The family faith is that of the Free Baptist Church.

Peter Bonkrud was born in Norway, was reared and educated there, and married Johanna Rognlien. He came to America in 1880, landed at Baltimore, and found his way to Trempealeau County, this state, where he operated a pioneer blacksmith shop at Strum. In 1888 he came to Barron County and bought 80 acres in section 11, Dallas Township. He erected a set of buildings, cleared a part of the land and carried on general farming. In 1899 he sold out and moved to Dallas Village where he later erected a pleasant home. With his headquarters there, he operated sawmills in various parts of the county. He also conducted a planing mill and cabinet shop in the village for a few years. After a useful life, he finally passed away. His wife died in 1899. They were the parents of nine children: Hans J., Emma (deceased), Minnie (deceased), Minnie (deceased), David, Martin (deceased), Minnie, Paul and Anetta (deceased). By his second wife, Christina Saglien, he had three children: John, Mabel and Melvin. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Hans J. Bonkrud, a progressive farmer of section 3, west, Dallas Town¬ ship, was born in Norway, March 16, 1873, the son of Peter and Johanna (Rognlien) Bonkrud, who brought him to Strum, Trempealeau County, Wis., in 1880, and to Dallas Township, this county, in 1888. For some years he worked in the woods and operated sawmills and threshing machines. In 1894 he became a head sawyer. In 1897 he bought 80 acres in section 3, west, Dal¬ las Township, and settled thereon. Later he bought 44 acres more. He erected a good set of buildings, including a barn, 36 by 72 feet, put up in 1918. This barn is a modern structure, furnished with James equipment and other con¬ veniences. About 55 acres of the land has been cleared. Here Mr. Bonkrud carries on general farming and dairying, and has a good herd of high grade Holstein cattle, with a pure bred sire at the head of the herd. His imple¬ ments, tools and machinery are of the best. He is a man of good sense and judgment and is held in high regard. Mr. Bonkrud was married, April 16, 1899, to Ida Kringle, who was born in Maple Grove Township, Barron County, July 29, 1877, the daughter of Nels and Olia (Brenden) Kringle. Mr. and Mrs. Bonkrud have seven children: H. Irving was born April 21, 1900, and is in the office of the News-Shield at Barron. Lester D. was born Oct. 21, 1901, and is at home. Joel M. was born Oct. 29, 1903, and is a lintoype oper¬ ator in the News-Shield office at Barron. Philip R. was born March 5, 1905, and is attending school at Dallas. Gideon O. was born July 5, 1907. Dewey was born Nov. 25, 1910. Quenton A. was born Dec. 27, 1920. Mr. Bonkrud took an active part in the fight for prohibition in Barron County and was associated therein with Christ Nordberg. He also did active work as an evangelist in this and other counties of Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Elmer Carlson, an energetic farmer of section 17, Dallas Township, was born March 15, 1885, in Grundy County, Ill., the son of Frank and Emily (Nielson) Carlson, natives of Sweden. He attended school in his native county and learned farming from his father. In 1897, after coming to Barron County, he lived with his parents in Maple Grove Township. For some years he worked in this county as a plasterer. He was also employed for a while as a brick setter in the old brick yard just south of Barron. In 1914 he rented, the present farm from William H. Salsbury. He is a good farmer and a good business man, he is taking his share in public affairs, he is popular among the young people, and is well along the road to success. Mr. Carlson was married at Eau Claire, Wis., Nov. 27, 1913, to May Salisbury, who was born Dec. 7, 1882, the daughter of William H. and Eva Lynn (Burdick) Salisbury. This union has been blessed with two children : Hale F., born Dec. 2, 1914, and Evelyn V., born May 4, 1916.

William H. Salisbury, a well-to-do citizen of Dallas Township, owning 280 acres in sections 17-18, is one of the best known men in this part of the county. "Mac," as he is called by those who know and like him best, has been a promi¬ nent figure in the life of this region for some forty-five years. He has seen the county develop from a wilderness, and in that development and progress has taken a most decided part. He was born in Lorain County, Ohio, Sept. 6, 1854, the son of William H. and Mary (Salisbury) Salisbury, who brought him to Juneau County, Wis., in the sixties, when he was a young boy. He attended school in that county and thoroughly learned farming from his father. In 1874 he came to Barron County and did farm work for a year while looking about for a location. In 1875 he purchased 80 acres in section 17, Dallas Township, on which tract stood a log cabin and straw shed, and Mr. Salisbury started clearing up the land. There were then but few settlers in the vicinity, and living here entailed many hardships. But he was a man of vigor and courage and thoroughly believed in the future of the county as a prosperous agricultural region. He took an active lead in the early develop¬ ment of the township, he helped to build roads, he encouraged people in set¬ tling here, and after they had settled he helped them to get the log houses up, and their farms started. In the meantime he worked early and late to develop his place and establish his own fortunes. By frugal care and judicious purchases, he added to his holdings until he owned 360 acres of good land, 280 of which he still retains. He replaced the log cabin with a good substantial set of buildings, and from time to time secured suitable tools, implements and machinery. He also developed a good Shorthorn herd, headed by a full blooded sire. Later he selected another site and put up another set of buildings, a house in 1912 and a barn in 1915. The house is a sightly comfortable structure, with many modern conveniences. The barn is 36 by 80 feet, furnished with Louden equipment. In 1907 Mr. Salisbury moved to Barron, and for a little more than seven years conducted what is now the Park Hotel. In 1914 he returned to the farm. It is now conducted by his son-in-law, Elmer Carlson. Mr. Salisbury is a stockholder in the Ridgeland State Bank and in the Prairie Farm Telephone Co., and is regarded as a leading citizen. Fraternally, he is a popular member of Prairie Farm Lodge, No. 6612, Modern Woodmen of America. In spite of the fact that he was one of the early settlers, he is still in the prime of life, an active, vigorous man. His life has meant real good to the community, his genial and helpful spirit has been impressed on the neigh¬ borhood, and his work is inseparably interwoven in the warp and woof of the town's progress. Mr. Salisbury was married Sept. 6, 1880, to Eva Lynn Burdick, who was born June 21, 1853, in Lake Mills, Wis., the daughter of Thomas and Eva (Lynn) Burdick, natives of England, both now deceased. The family is well known, among its distinguished members being Dr. Parker, an uncle of Mrs. Burdick's, who was one of the physicians who attended President Garfield. Mrs. Salisbury died Jan. 25, 1912. Mr. and Mrs. Salisbury became the parents of one daughter, May, born Dec. 7, 1882, now the wife of Elmer Carlson.

Samuel Nicklow, an estimable citizen who spent a short time in Barron County and died here, was born in Pennsylvania, and as a young man married Elizabeth Beach, a native of Ohio. In 1851 they moved to Indiana, and there for five years he drove a stage coach between Logansport and South Bend, meeting with many interesting adventures. Then he took up farming in Fulton County in that state, and followed that occupation there for nearly a quarter of a century. He built up a good farm, took an active part in neighborhood affairs, and he and his wife were among the most highly regarded people in the community. He served in the Civil War in Company A of an Indiana regiment. In 1880 he came to Barron County and bought 40 acres in section 5, Dallas Township. But his health had already begun to fail, and he died a few months later, Jan. 4, 1881. His wife now lives in a pleasant little home on the farm where she settled so many years ago. In the family there were eight children : John W., Lydia, Margaret, Hattie, Samuel E. and Agnes, all deceased, and Frank E. and Perry V. of Dallas Township.

Frank E. Nicklow, a prominent farmer of section 8, Dallas Township, was born in Fulton County, Ind., Jan. 7, 1864, the son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Beach) Nicklow, natives respectively of Pennsylvania and Ohio. He attended the district schools of his native county and learned farming from his father. He came to Barron County with his parents in 1880, and after his father's death, which occurred the next year, remained at home for some time. In 1884 he bought 20 acres in section 8, Dallas Township. -To this he added from time to time until he owned 220 acres. Later he sold 80 acres to his son, W. H. Nicklow, leaving a good place of 140 acres. The development and operation of this farm has since continued to be his life work. In 1907 he erected a pleasant and comfortable home. In 1911 he put up the present barn, 36 by 60 feet, which is furnished throughout with Star equipment. The other buildings are suitable and in good repair. The farm is well tilled and well fenced, and everything about the place bespeaks the thrift, good judgment and public spirit of the owner. Here Mr. Nicklow successfully carries on general farming and dairying. He has a good herd of fifty graded cattle, headed by a full blooded Guernsey sire. He believes in helping everything that is for the good of the community, and has taken stock in the Fourtowns Cheese Co. and in the Prairie Farm Telephone Co. He is much interested in educational problems and has been most efficient as clerk of his school district for six years. All in all, he is regarded' $8 one of the useful and active citizens of the community. He takes his stand firmly for everything which he believes to be right and just, and he is a man of real influence among his fellows. Mr. Nicklow was married Nov. 20, 1884, to Lela Cooper, who was born in Monroe County, Wis., June 3, 1868, the daughter of Isaac and Ursula (Lamb) Cooper. Mr. and Mrs. Nicklow have had four sons: Frank V., Leroy C., William H. and Otto D. Frank V. was born Feb. 12, 1886, and died Dec. 25, 1905. Leroy C. was born July 1, 1888; William H., Aug. 5, 1890; and Otto D., Sept. 1, 1892. The three young men are all at home assisting their father. They are active in the affairs of the community and are popular with all who know them. Leroy C. is especially active in public affairs, and for four years served with credit as town clerk of Dallas Township, giving general satisfaction to the voters. The family faith is that of the Baptist Church.

Isaac Cooper, one of the earliest settlers of Barron County, came here over half a century ago, when there was little indication that the country would develop into a rich agricultural region. The pine wood was then being cut off, leaving the hard wood standing, settlers were building their little cabins in the woods and grubbing out the stumps to get a small garden plot, the market for produce was far away. There were no highways except the

"tote" roads of the lumber companies. But the pioneers had faith and courage, and many of them lived to see their hard work result in success. Isaac Cooper was born in New York State of good old stock, and as a young man married Ursula Lamb, a native of Pennsylvania. He was not yet thirty when he came westward and settled in Dodge County, Wis. Later he moved to Monroe County, in the same state. From there in 1870 he came to Barron County and took a claim in section 17, Dallas Township. He put up a log house and straw barn and started to develop a small farm. In 1878 he took a homestead in section 8. There he developed a good place. He died March 24, 1916, his wife having passed away Aug. 28, 1905. They had one daughter, Lela, the wife of Frank E. Nicklow, who now owns the old homestead.

Richard Thompson, an energetic and hard working farmer of section 4, east, Dallas Township, was born near Ridgeland, Dunn County, Wis., Sept. 14, 1879, son of Thomas and Mary (Thomas) Thompson, who were natives of Norway. The father, who was brought to this country as an infant, was reared in Dunn County, this state, and farmed there until he brought his family to Barron County, when he settled in Dallas Township. His death which occurred in 1885 was accidental, being caused by a falling tree. His widow later married Austin Granger, Sr., a farmer in Dallas Township. After Mr. Granger's death she married William Pearson and they are now living at Estevan, Canada. Richard Thompson attended the district schools of Dallas Township and learned farming at home. In 1912 he purchased 80 acres in section 4, east, Dallas Township, improved and repaired the buildings, put up a silo and machine shed and continued the clearing and breaking of the land. Here he successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and has a good herd of Jersey- and Durham cattle and a drove of Duroc Jersey and Chester White swine. Fraternally, Mr. Thompson is a member of the Beavers. He is gradually building up a good place and stands well with all who know him. Mr. Thompson was married Aug. 1, 1906, to Margie Howard, who was born in Dallas Township on June 15, 1888, the daughter of Thomas and Nellie (Ward) Howard, the former of whom is dead and the latter of whom lives with her son, William. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson have five children : Herman M., born May 8, 1911; Kenneth W., Sept. 25, 1913; Garled J., April 7, 1916; Dorothy E., April 27, 1918, and Harled, June 20, 1921. The family faith is that of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

Nels Kringle, now deceased, a solid and substantial citizen of Barron County for some forty-five years, had his full share in the agricultural devel¬ opment of Maple Grove and Dallas Township. He was born in Norway, March 13, 1848, the son of Andrew and Gertrude (Granum) Kringle, who were born in Norway and came to America with their family in 1860, locating on a farm in Dane County, Wis., where he died. In the early seventies, Nels and hia brother, Gabriel, then both young men, came to Barron County and took a claim in Maple Grove Township. There the two developed a fine farm. But few settlers were here when they first built their log cabin, neighbors were few and far between, and it was real work to clear a farm in the wilderness and to get along while they were getting the place in condition for profitable farming. In 1879 the subject of this sketch traded his interest in the claim for 40 acres in section 11, Dallas Township. To this place he devoted his attention for twelve years. Then in 1891 he bought 80 acres in the same section and 40 acres in section 12. This made a total of 160 acres. He erected a good set of buildings. Later he sold ten acres to Hans Bonkrud. All of this except a few acres was wild land when he acquired it. He erected a good set of buildings and cleared up about 90 acres. There he farmed until 1913, when he rented the place to his children, continuing, however, to live there until his death, Nov. 5, 1917. He was a good citizen and served at one time on the town board of Dallas. He took especial pride in his farm, his home and his family, and was faithful to every duty which life brought to him. He was married Aug. 23, 1874, to Olia Brenden, who was born in Norway, Sept. 29,

1867, the daughter of Andrew and Ingeborg Brenden. This union has been blessed with eleven children: Laura was born Sept. 26, 1875, and lives at home. Ida was born July 29, 1877, and is the wife of Hans J. Bonkrud. Anna was born Jan. 22, 1880, and married Thomas Olson, now deceased. George was born Feb. 12, 1882, and runs a sawmill at Webster, Wis. Alma, born Aug. 20, 1884, is the wife of Olge Wall. Malla was born Feb. 20, 1887, and died in infancy. Arthur was born Jan. 8, 1890, and farms at Webster, Wis. Karl, born July 6, 1892, was inducted into the United States service in the World War. He trained at Lansing, Mich., attended the automobile school and was in the transport service in France until attacked by the influenza, which caused him to be sent to the hospital. After his recovery he was dis¬ charged in 1919. Nettie was born June 24, 1894, and is the wife of Carl Barness of Eleva, Wis. Freeman was born June 16, 1897, and Orvil was born May 4, 1899. Freeman and Orvil operate the home farm. They are active and industrious young men who thoroughly understand farming and are carrying along the work inaugurated by their father.

Nels Arenson was born in Norway and there married Alena Larson. They came to America in 1866 and settled in Dane County, this state. In 1871 they came to Barron County and took a homestead of 120 acres in section 10, west, Dallas Township. They cleared 60 acres, built a set of log buildings and there farmed for fifteen years. Then they sold to their son and bought 80 acres in the same, section where they lived until 1895 when they retired and moved to Dallas Village. There they both died, Mr. Arenson in 1910 and Mrs. Aren¬ son in 1905. They were the parents of nine children: Arney (deceased), Nels, Ole, Lewis, Lena (deceased), Anna, Julia, Nellie and Carrie. The year that General Grant was elected president of the United States for the first time (1868) Mr. Arenson walked from his home in Chippewa County, where he was then working, to Rice Lake in Barron County in order to cast his vote.

Paul J. Thompson, a sturdy pioneer of Dallas Township, was born in Norway, Sept. 17, 1854, son of Jacob and Julia (Werpa) Thompson. The par¬ ents were natives of Norway, who came to America in 1861, first settled in Dane County, Wis., and moved two years later to Chippewa County, where they spent the remainder of their lives. Paul J. received his early education in the district schools and attended an academy at Madison two years, he then did farm work for his father and others during the summers, working in the woods during the winters, and was thus occupied for many years. In 1888 he came to Barron County and bought 160 acres of land in section 88, west, Dallas Township, where he has since made his home. He cleared 100 acres, put up a set of buildings and fenced the entire farm and here carries on mixed farming and dairying. In 1905 he sold 80 acres to his son, Oscar, but in the meantime had secured 80 acres of wild land in Dunn County which he still owns. Mr. Thompson is a prominent man in the community and has done most efficient service as chairman of the township for nine years. His administration in public affairs has been marked by progress and economy and the voters have been more than satisfied with his work. He has also been a valued member of the school board for ten years. For one year he served as justice of peace. Mr. Thompson was married in 1880 to Julia Aren¬ son, daughter of Nels and Alena (Larson) Arenson. This union has been blessed with twelve children : John N., born May 21, 1881, died April 15, 1882. Amelia T., born Jan. 28, 1883, is now Mrs. Thomas Thompson of Dovre Town¬ ship. Norman, born March 22, 1885, is in Minneapolis. Edward, born May 21, 1886, died Sept. 16, 1911. Mamie, born March 22, 1887, lives in Minne¬ apolis. Oscar, born Feb. 10, 1889, lives in Dallas Township. Arthur, born Jan. 25, 1891, is now in Ridgeland, Wis. William P., born May 3, 1894, served in the World War. Edith, born March 30, 1897, is at home. Pearl, born June 27, 1900, died Feb. 8, 1902. Clarence, born June 4, 1903, is at home; and Alice, born Feb. 22, 1905, attends school in Barron. Mr. Thompson and his wife have experienced all the hardships of pioneer life. There were no roads in the vicinity and provisions had to be brought in from Eau Claire, all of the land had to be broken and neighbors were few aftd far between. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.

Albert Vergin, for some thirty years a substantial farmer of Dallas Township, now living in Barron city, was born in Germany and was there reared and educated. As a young man he married Hermenia Henrich and started home making. In 1881 he decided to seek for himself and his family the broader opportunities of the new world. Accordingly, he came to this country and settled in Barron County, where he bought 160 acres of wild land in section 20, Dallas Township. Here by hard work and close application to business, coupled with shrewdness and good judgment, he developed a good farm. He put up a good set of buildings and cleared nearly 100 acres. Here he successfully carried on general farming and dairying. In 1910 he retired and purchased a pleasant home in Barron city where he now lives. While living on the farm he served a time as member of the school board of his district. Mr. and Mrs. Vergin have had six children: Gustave, Emil A., Mar¬ tin, Albert W., Olga (deceased) and Emma (deceased). The family faith is that of the German Lutheran Church.