Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Frank Heinze, for many years a prominent and influential citizen, now deceased, was of an excellent type of manhood, worked hard for the development of this part of the county and at his death left an honored memory. He was in the forefront of every public move, he was always willing to help in any way possible in the progress of the town, and his neighbors and friends always found him generous whenever the need arose. His career is interwoven in the warp and woof of the town's story. He served with credit as a member of the town board for about eight years, and did excellent work on the school board of his district for several terms. In his death Sept. 18, 1912, his family lost a loving husband and indulgent father, his friends lost a good neighbor and companion, the township lost a valuable citizen, and the county lost a good man. He was born in Austria and came to the United States in 1865. In La Crosse, Wis., he married Anna Puhl, also a native of Austria, and for nearly twenty years they farmed near that place. In 1885 they moved to a farm near Bloomer, Wis., where they farmed nine years. They came to Barron County in 1894 and purchased 80 acres in section 18, Oak Grove Township. For a while Mr. Heinze was employed as section foreman on the Omaha line, and lived in the section shanty while he devoted his spare time to getting up a log house for himself and his family. Later this log cabin gave place to a good set of substantial buildings. He broke 60 acres of the land and made general improvements. On this place he successfully carried on general farming until his death. For several years he operated the sawmill at Haugen. He was also one of those who helped build the highway from Haugen to Rice Lake. Fraternally he was a member of the Knights of Columbus of Bloomer, and a member of the Catholic church. Mr. and Mrs. Heinze were the parents of eight children: Hugh, Emma, Louisa, Anna, Henry, Bertha, Lena and Frank (deceased). Mrs. Heinze, the mother, still lives on the old place. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 348.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm N. W. Heintz, druggist, Rice Lake, one of the oldest business men in point of service in the city, has been identified with the commercial life of Rice Lake for over thirty years, the career here dating from 1889. He was born in Appleton, Wis., Oct. 10, 1864, son of Lambert and Anna (Benarde) Heintz, natives of Belgium, who came to America when young, were married in New York State, and in the late fifties came west to Wisconsin and located in Appleton, where Lambert Heintz followed his trade as carpenter and millwright, he dying in 1905 and his wife in 1895. The subject of this sketch passed through the graded schools of his native city, and was graduated from the high school there with the class of 1885. He then entered the employ of a pharmist there, and under competent instruction thoroughly learned the science of compounding drugs and medicines. He was licensed by the State Board of Pharmacy in 1885. He came to Rice Lake in 1889, and formed a partnership with his father-in-law, in the drug business, under the firm name of Flack & Heintz. Two years later, Mr. Heintz bought out his partner and has since conducted the establishment alone. For the first three years be occupied the store now used by the Jewett Drug Co.. Then needing more space, he moved to his present location, at 207 North Main Street, where he has a floor space of 22 by 60 feet, well arranged for the preparation, display and sale of his goods. As a licensed pharmacist, Mr. Heintz specializes in compounding prescriptions with the greatest care from the best standard material. As is the custom with modern establishments of its kind, he also carries proprietary medicines, toilet articles, rubber goods, stationery, and miscellaneous small articles. His place reflects the progressive spirit of the owner and is well in keeping with the high standards maintained throughout the business houses of the city. While devoting most of his personal attention to the drug line, he has also been interested in various other lines. He has owned and developed farms at different times, and now has one of 120 acres in Oak Grove Township. For three years, in partnership with H. C. Reed and Henry Ball, under the firm name of Heintz, Reed & Ball, he operated a lath, shingle and sawmill, which was very successful. At this mill, Mr. Heintz personally took charge of getting out all the lumber with which was constructed his present sightly residence at 15 West Evans Street. The home is beautifully finished, contains ten rooms, and is modern in every respect, the heating system being a combination hot water and hot air plant. Mr. Heintz is known throughout the county. For three years he has done good service as president of the Barron County Fair Association, which has thrived under his leadership. In this and in other ways he has shown his interest in everything that has for its object the welfare of the county. He has succeeded in life through his own efforts, through hard work and close application to business, and in achieving his own success, he has not been unmindful of the duty every man owes of helpfulness to others. His business holdings include stock in the First National Bank of Rice Lake. Fraternally, he is a member of the Modern Woodmen and the Knights of Columbus, and is a cordial supporter of the Commercial Club. His recreation is found in hunting and fishing and other out-of-door sports. Mr. Heintz was married Nov. 3, 1887, to Lucy Flack, who was born at Spring Prairie on March 9, 1865. This union has been blessed with five children. Hallie was born June 23, 1895, is a graduate of the Potter Business College at Rice Lake and resides at home. William Douglas was born Aug. 21, 1899, graduated from the Rice Lake High School in the class of 1919, and is now attending the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Three are dead. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 191-192.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm 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. Knute attended 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 1895. 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 50 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 farming 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. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 840.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Edwin 0. Granum, who operates the well-known Woodland Farm, in Section 5, east, Dallas Township, owned by his father, was born at Mount Horeb, Dane County, Wis., Jan. 13, 1895, the son of Knute and Olena (Skindrud) Granum, who sent him to the public schools in his native county. He was fifteen when the family came here, and he helped to develop the farm and assisted 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 married in Maple Grove Township, June 5, 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. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 840.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Fred E. Ellis, section 33, West, Maple Grove Township, was born in Mentone, Indiana, Feb. 3, 1884, son of John and Frances (Dormeyer) Ellis, now of Hillsdale. He received his education in the public schools of Chicago and was for several years employed in that city. In 1902 he accompanied his father to Barron County, and was by him employed here until 1906. That year he purchased from his father 80 acres in section 34, West, Maple Grove Township, which he cleared, and to some extent improved. After two years he traded this tract for a piece of property in Richmond, Virginia, and moved there. In 1910 he came back to Barron County and purchased 40 acres in section 33, West, Maple Grove Township. To this he later added 40 acres more in the same section. He repaired the house, built a new barn, silo and outbuildings, and cleared and broke additional acreage. Here he now successfully carries on general farming and dairying. Fraternally he associates with the Odd Fellows. Mr. Ellis was married Aug. 12, 1906, to Jennie Skinner, daughter of Albert and Helen (Penny) Skinner, for many years of Barron County, the father dying in 1902 and the mother is now living in Superior, Wisconsin. In the Skinner family there were nine children: Emma, Jennie, Marvin, Martin, Milton, Marshall, Merlin, Lela and Clement. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis have one son Elbert E., born May 21, 1907, who is doing well with his studies in the public schools. The family faith is that of the Christian church. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pp. 347-348.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Robert Christiansen, who has been a resident of Arland Township for nearly thirty years, during which time he has operated a farm in Section 9, was born in Denmark, Dec. 27, 1850, son of Christ and Mary (Thorson) Christiansen. He attended school in his native land and began industrial life as a farm laborer. In 1870 he enlisted in the Danish army, being attached to the Fourth Cavalry Regiment, in which he served two years. For ten years he was employed as a care-taker in the woods. In 1883 he came to the United States, landing at Castle Garden, New York, whence he proceeded to Hammond, Wisconsin. There he first worked as section hand on the railroad, but in a short time bought a small farm which he operated two years. In 1886 Mr. Christiansen went to St. Paul, Minn., where he worked for the street car company and as a common laborer for six years. So far, with the exception of the time he had farmed near Hammond, he had been merely a wage earner, but in 1892 he came to Barron County, Wisconsin, and once more engaged in farming on his own account, buying 40 acres of wild land in Section 9, Arland Township. On this he erected, log buildings, and has since cleared 40 acres. He now has a set of good modern outbuildings, and is carrying on general farming and dairying with success, his herd of Guernsey cattle including a pure bred sire. He is a stockholder in the Barron Co-operative Creamery. For three years he has served on the school board of his district, and as a citizen is a man who commands the respect of his fellow townsmen. Mr. Christiansen was married Aug. 10, 1873, in Denmark, to Anna Hanson, who passed away in June, 1891. He and his wife had nine children, but three of whom are now living, namely: Christina, now Mrs. Frederickson of Fresno, Cal.; Hannah, wife of Charles Kendall of St. Maries, Idaho, and Julius, who resides on the farm with his father. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pp. 896-897.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Fredrick H. Burdick, well known farmer and a man of considerable influence in the community, is the owner of 80 acres in section 16, west, Maple Grove Township, where he is building up a fine farm. He is a native of this state, born in Outagamie County, April 4, 1869, son of Thomas and Lucy (Worden) Burdick. He received a good public school education, and left home when very young, spending his time as a farm laborer and as a worker in the lumber woods. For some years he rented farms in Sauk County. In 1903 he purchased his present place and in 1904 he settled upon it. A house had already been built. He renovated the house, erected a barn and other buildings, cleared an additional 35 acres, fenced a part of it, and now carries on general farming and dairying. He takes an active part in everything that pertains to the good of the community, and has served efficiently for six years as a member of the school board. Fraternally, he is a member of the Odd Fellows and of the Beavers. Mr. Burdick was married Nov. 24, 1893, to Rosetta Spencer, daughter of Charles and Selina (Jones) Spencer. Mr. and Mrs. Burdick have six children. Harold T. was born May 6, 1896, and lives in Maple Grove Township; Charles E. was born Nov. 7, 1899, and lives at home; Lester F. was born Nov. 17, 1904; Willis S. was born Oct. 27, 1907; Cecelia R. was born Aug. 17, 1910; and Helen C. was born Feb. 3, 1912. The family faith is that of the Baptist Church. Harold T., the oldest son, already mentioned, was inducted into the United States service in 1918, and left the county with the largest contingent which went out of Barron. He trained at Camp Grant, Ill., was assigned to replacement troops and then went to Waco, Tex., for further training. Later he was returned to Camp Grant, and was here discharged on March 4, 1919. The Burdicks are one of the early Wisconsin families. At one time the family owned a homestead of 160 acres which embraces a part of the present city, of Milwaukee. When the family divided the tract, Thomas Burdick, who was a carpenter by trade, traded his share for 160 acres of pine land in Outagamie County, where he worked as a millwright and carpenter in connection with small farming for the remainder of his days. She died in 1872, and he lived to a good old age and died in 1912. Thomas Burdick was a veteran of the Civil War. He enlisted at Eureka, Wis., in Company F, First Wisconsin Cavalry, and served through the four years of the conflict. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pp. 546-547.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Brier Brown, expert mechanic for the Thompson Auto Co., Barron, was born in Dallas Township, this county, Dec. 21, 1891, and received his education in the district schools. He learned his trade as a mechanic in Barron. From there in 1914 he went to Manistique, Mich., and four years later to Gladstone, Wis., where he operated a lathe machine. In 1919 he came to Barron once more, first as a salesman for the Thompson Auto Co. and now asmechanic. He lives with his mother. He is the son of George W. and Sarah (Peebles) Brown, the pioneers. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pp. 118-119.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm George W. Brown was an early settler of Dallas Township, was active in its affairs, and had his share in its upbuilding. He was a good man, an upright citizen, and a good husband and father, and his death will long be mourned by family and friends, both in Dallas Township and in Barron City. He was born in Baraboo, Wis., Dec. 25, 1852, received his education in his native place, and farmed in that vicinity until 1874 when he came to Barron County and took a homestead of 160 acres in Dallas Township. The township was then practically a wilderness, the hardwood was still standing, no roads had been built except the "tote" roads, and neighbors were few and far between. He cleared 100 acres of the land, and erected some crude log buildings which were later replaced with modern frame structures. He made improvements from year to year and was a prosperous farmer until 1907 when after more than two decades of residence on the place he rented the farm and moved to Barron. Three years later he sold it. While in the township he served on the town and school boards and his judgment was highly regarded. In Barron City he did not enter into public affairs. He died March 29, 1911. Mr. Brown was married Feb. 24, 1874, to Sarah Peebles. This union has been blessed with four children: Fannie W. was born July 22, 1876, and died Sept. 1, 1877; Mabel was born March 8, 1878, and is now Mrs. H. H. Denison, of Barron City; Warren was born Sept. 14, 1879, and is now in Canada; Brier was born Dec. 21, 1891, and is now in Barron City. Sarah Peebles Brown was born in eastern Canada, Aug. 13, 1849, coming to Wisconsin at eight years of age. She came to Barron County with her husband in 1874, sharing with him the joys and hardships of pioneer life. She died Sept. 18, 1921. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 118.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Simeon Brown, the developer, and for many years the proprietor of Eastwood Farm in Arland Township, was born in Vernon County, Wisconsin, Nov. 6, 1861, son of George W. and Abbie (Adams) Brown. The parents, who were among the early settlers in Barron County, are now deceased. Simeon acquired his education in the district schools in Vernon County, and subsequently worked for and with his father. During that early period he had his youthful ambitions of carving out a modest fortune, and as a first step thereto bought a small piece of land in Clinton Township,, Barron County, which he later sold. In 1890 he bought 80 acres in Arland Township, this county, located in Section 1, on which he erected a set of log buildings. Later he purchased 110 acres in the same section, putting up a set of modern buildings and naming the farm Eastwood. This place was his home until his death on April 26, 1921. During his active career he was engaged in mixed farming and dairying, keeping high grade Guernsey cattle with a pure bred sire, and his practical knowledge of all branches of agriculture, together with his diligent application to business, placed him finally in a position of comfortable independence. His character as a man was one that commanded the respect of his neighbors, and he proved himself a useful citizen, serving several years on the school board, also as town treasurer, and as a member of the Arland Township board. He was a consistent attendant of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which his family are members, and belonged to that class of men who, when they pass away leave a void in the community not easily filled. Mr. Brown was married July 27, 1898, in Barron, Wis., to Eva Knowlton, who was born in Wabasha, Minn., Jan. 31, 1871, daughter of Jason and Laura (Shirtlaff) Knowlton. Her parents are now deceased. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Brown, all now living, were born as follows: Margaret E., July 25, 1899; Laura M., Dec. 19, 1901; Myron L., March 9, 1903; Abbie A., Sept. 24, 1905, and Esther G., Oct. 10, 1910. Since her husband's death Mrs. Brown has continued to operate the farm with the assistance of her son, Myron L. The place is well improved and the Browns are among the respected and prosperous families of Arland Township. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 897.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Henry E. Broten, a representative farmer of Section 30, Arland Township, is a native of the place where he still resides, born Oct. 7, 1880, the son of Erick and Eliza (Halverson) Broten. These good people were born, reared and married in Norway. They came to America in the early seventies and located at Menomonie, Wis., where he entered the employ of Knapp, Stout & Co., working in the lumber woods and on the river drives. In 1872 he took a homestead of 80 acres in Section 30, Arland Township. It was then covered with heavy timber. He had to cut a trail to get his provisions and supplies to his claim. There he built a log cabin and started to establish a home and a farm. He did his logging and clearing with a yoke of oxen, and continued to use oxen for some twenty years. Often he walked to Prairie Farm, bringing flour home on his back. It was some years before adequate roads were built in the vicinity. Mr. Broten worked hard and as the years passed got 60 acres of his place cleared. He continued actively engaged in farming until his death, Dec. 15, 1908. In the family there were five children: Matilda, wife of Martin Anderson of Turtle Lake Township, this county; Andrew, of Birchwood County, this state; Henry E., the subject of this sketch; Charles, of Saskatchewan, Canada; and George, who is dead. Henry E. attended the district schools, was reared on the home place, and learned farming from his father. In 1891 he started out, worked in the woods of northern Wisconsin and Minnesota for a while, then did railroad work at Seattle, Wash., several years, and for one year was employed in cattle roundups in Montana, his employer being an Indian named Jack Galbraith. In 1908 he returned home and bought the old homestead. Here he successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and has a good herd of mixed graded Holsteins. He has made many improvements on the place, including the erection of a pleasant new home. Here he and his aged mother live comfortably. Both are well known throughout the community, and both are well thought of by all who know them. The log cabin which was the family home for so many years is still standing. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pp. 897-898.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm John Bergman, a representative farmer of Section 4, Oak Grove Township, was born in Finland Nov. 27, 1880, the son of Emil and Sophia Bergman, who spent the span of their years in that country. John was educated in his native land, and early became a sailor. He came to the United States in 1904 and came directly to Oak Grove Township where he did farm work for a while. Then he became a railroad section man and worked in Wisconsin, North Dakota and Washington. In 1908 he came back to Barron County and bought 40 acres in Section 4, Oak Grove Township. He renovated the house which stood on the place and built a barn and other structures. Of this tract he cleared 20 acres. In 1918 he bought 80 acres over the line in Washburn County and has cleared several acres of that. He successfully carries on general farming and dairying, and is highly regarded throughout the community. Mr. Bergman was married in Finland March 18, 1903, to Lena Westerland, who was born in Finland in February, 1881, the daughter of Carl and Ella (Nordland) Westerland. This union has been blessed with five children: Delia L., born Jan. 1, 1905; Alma B., May 5, 1908; Aver W., Dec. 13, 1913; Carl J., June 8, 1916, and Grace, Oct. 13, 1918. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 357.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Frank Baker, a pioneer of Barron County, who has been a resident of Arland Township for 43 years, was born in Germany, July 1, 1855, son of Fred and Marie (Court) Baker. Coming to America in 1869 the family settled at Oconomowoc, Wis., but subsequently removed to Reeseville, Wis., where the father died Oct. 8, 1876, and the mother Nov. 27, 1900. They had seven children: Fred, now in Germany; William, who died Nov. 11, 1919; Christian, a resident of Marquette County, Wis.; Frank, subject of this sketch; and Sophia, Louisa and Augusta, who are deceased. Frank Baker attended school in Germany and was fourteen years old when he came to this country with his parents. For a while he did farm labor in Waukesha County, and was there until 1878, when he became a pioneer of Barron County, taking a homestead of 40 acres in Section 30, Arland Township. The tract was heavily covered with timber and he cut the first tree on it, and also many others subsequently. For a residence he erected a log cabin, 18 by 24 feet, in which he lived for 23 years. The next building he erected was a log barn. Both buildings were constructed of logs cut on his land, and both are still standing. As for some years his farm produced no income, Mr. Baker worked during the winters for Knapp, Stout & Co., and also in the fall in the harvest fields of the state to earn money for running expenses. He also helped to build roads and was the first man to drive from his homestead to Turtle Lake. In 1887, having by that time made some progress, he bought an additional tract of 40 acres north of his homestead. More recently, in 1918, he purchased 80 acres in Section 31, this giving him a total of 160 acres. Of his 80 acres in Section 30 he has cleared 35. In 1901 Mr. Baker erected a good, modern house, and in 1905 a modern barn, with the Phoenix equipment. He follows general farming and dairying, keeping mixed grade cattle, and is conducting a profitable business. On Oct. 14, 1875 Mr. Baker was united in marriage with Christina Nelson, who was born in Norway Nov. 26, 1851, daughter of Nels and Sophia (Anderson) Anderson, and came to America in 1870. Mr. and Mrs. Baker have five children: Alice G., born Aug. 28, 1876, now Mrs. Martin Clayton; Cora E., born Jan. 4, 1882, who is the wife of Julius Larson of Barron; Minnie F., born Nov. 28, 1885; Walter E., born March 13, 1889, and Olga C., born July 8, 1893, who are residing at home. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 898.

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Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Harry C. Arnes, town clerk and prosperous farmer of Lakeland Township, was born in Burnett County, this state, Dec. 25, 1895, the son of Mathias and Lena (Olson) Arnes. He attended the schools of his native township, and perfected this with courses in the Capital City Commercial College at Madison, Wis. Then he worked with his father until 1916, when he rented a farm. In 1918 he bought 100 acres in Section 5, Lakeland Township. He has built up a good place, has named it the Pleasant View farm, and has been successful in his operations. His herd is of grade Guernseys, headed by a full blooded sire. His swine are pure blooded Duroc Jerseys. In 1919 he was elected to his present position as town clerk, and is filling the position with efficiency. Mr. Arnes was married June 20, 1916, to Ruth Loomis, daughter of Clarence and Chrissie (Tonolli) Loomis, of this county. He and his wife have two children: Harriet, born May 19, 1917; and Lyle, born Jan. 21, 1920. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 887.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Sever Anderson, proprietor of the Riverdale Guernsey Farm, is one of the prominent men of Arland Township, and is taking his part in those modern movements which have for their object the agricultural progress of this community. He is doing most efficient work as clerk of the Arland Township unit of the Barron County Farm Bureau, he is active in the Barron County Guernsey Breeders Association, and he is a stockholder in the Barron Creamery Co., and in the Hillsdale Telephone Co. He has also served with credit as a member of the school board of his district. He was born on the place where he still lives, Sept. 11, 1874, the son of Andrew 0. and Anna (Severson) Wold, early settlers. He was reared on the home place and attended school in the old log schoolhouse in District No. 4. At the age of sixteen he started out for himself, and worked in the woods and on farms for awhile. In l892 he bought l2O acres of the old homestead. To this he has added so that he now owns 160 acres. He has cleared 5 acres more, has rebuilt the buildings, and has installed modern equipment including the Westinghouse system of electric lighting. He has a good place and successfully carries on general farming and dairying. His fine herd of Guernseys is headed by a full blooded sire and some of the cows are also full bloods. Mr. Anderson was married at Prairie Farm Jan. 9, 1905, to Gertie Bustgaard, who was born in Norway, May 30, 1874, the daughter of Lars and Mary (Thalberg) Bustgaard, natives of Norway, and both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have a fine family of five bright children: Andrew, Hawkin, Martin, Gunde and Lars. The family faith is that of the Norwegian Lutheran Church. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 899.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm William S. Adams, a well-liked farmer, owning 80 acres in Section 7, Maple Grove Township, was born in Eau Claire County, this state, Feb. 16, 1890, son of John and Katherine (Gooder) Adams, natives respectively of Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, who farmed in Wisconsin and Montana for many years, and in 1915 moved to Minneapolis, where the father died Sept. 18, 1920, and where the mother still lives. In the family there were four children: Margaret, Christina, Clarence and William S. William S. received a thorough district school education and learned farming from his parents. In 1910 he took a homestead of 320 acres in Montana, on which he proved up. In 1914 he came back to this state, and rented his father's farm. He bought his present place in 1919. He has made general improvements, broke about 15 acres, and carries on mixed farming and dairying, making a specialty of a good herd of Holsteins, headed by a full-blooded sire. Mr. Adams married Etta Whitford, daughter of Charles and Louisa (Whitford) Whitford, who are now farming in Eau Claire County, this state. In the Whitford family there were eight children: Laura, John, Ira, Elliott, Etta, Walter, Olive and Helen. Mr. and Mrs. Adams are the parents of six children: Louisa, born May 31 1911; Jeannette, born Oct. 25, 1912; Richard, born Nov. 3, 1914; Jacob, born Sept. 7, 1915; John, born Jan. 15, 1918; and Anton, born April 1, 1920. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 333.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Gustav and Fred G. Dostal, farming in partnership in Section 9, Oak Grove Township, under the name of the Dostal Brothers, were born in Muscoda, Wis., Feb. 16, 1894, the sons of Anton and Mary (Vovalancky) Dostal, who brought them to their present farm when they were infants. They were reared here and attended the district school, becoming known far and wide as the Dostal twins. They were but fifteen years old when their father died, but they were of sturdy health and clear judgment, and understood farming, so that they began at once to operate the home farm for their mother. They have continued the improvements started by their father, and cleared and stumped 70 acres, and have added to the equipment. They carry on general farming and dairying and make a specialty of grade Holstein cattle. Both are active in the affairs of the community and both are well liked by all who know them. Fred G. Dostal took an active part in the World War. He was inducted into the United States service July 23, 1918, and was sent to Camp Georgia, at Greenleaf, which was a detention camp. He was then transferred to a replacement camp at the same place. Then he was assigned to Motor Company No. 6 of the 51st Unit and later to Motor Company No. 14, 51st Unit, then to the 13th Company. He was sent to Camp Upton, New Jersey, and sailed for Liverpool, England, Oct. 5, 1918. From there he went to Winchester and thence to Southampton and crossed the channel to Cherbourg, France. In France he was transferred to the Medical Corps, working in a hospital until after the armistice was signed. After a return voyage of seventeen days he arrived in the United States June 3, 1919, and was discharged June 19, when he returned home. His brother, Gustav, who was educated in the district schools, has always remained on the home farm. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 358.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Anton Dostal, one of the first settlers in the northern part of Oak Grove Township and a leader among the Bohemian colony in this vicinity, was born in Bohemia, was there reared and educated, and there married Mary Vovalancky. He came to America in 1878 and settled at Muscoda, Grant County, this state, where he engaged in the meat business for nineteen years. In 1897 he came to Barron County and bought 120 acres in Section 9, Oak Grove Township. The northern part of the township was then little more than a wilderness. He put up a set of log buildings in the woods and started to clear the land. He erected a good frame building and in time developed a good place and won success. After a well-spent and worthy life he died Dec. 25, 1909, and in his death the community lost a good citizen. Mr. Dostal was a member of the Catholic Church, as also is his wife who is still living at the old home, being now 67 years old. Mr. and Mrs. Dostal were the parents of ten children: Mary, Frank, Charles, Anna, Amelia, Joseph, Elizabeth, Fred G. and Gustav (twins) and Emma. Mary is the wife of William Brewer, of Omaha, Neb. Frank lives in Madison, Wis. Charles is in Savannah, Ill. Anna is the wife of John Wierniez. Joseph is a farmer in Stanfold Township, this county. Elizabeth is the wife of Fred Brewer. Emma is the wife of Charles Painter. Fred and Gustav (twins) are both on home farm. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 358.

Hi Listers.. An index to the biographies in the History of Barron County, 1922, and others previously submitted are available at the following: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/barron/bios.htm Thomas Dorcy, an early settler, was born in Canada, and there married Anna White, also a native of that country. They came to the United States in 1877 and located in East Saginaw, Mich., where he was employed for several years. In 1883 they came to Barron County and bought 40 acres in Section 27, Oak Grove Township. Conditions were still wild and times were hard. He cleared a small tract, erected a log house and crude sheds, planted small crops, kept a few cows and chickens and managed to get along as best he could by earning a little money now and then working at lumbering winter times. He and his family endured many hardships; there were almost no comforts and the bare necessities were sometimes scarce. But they labored together and in time acquired prosperity. Nearly all the land was cleared, better buildings were erected, and a good farm was developed. He died May 9, 1909. The wife now lives with her son, John J., aged 86 years. There was one other son in the family, Thomas P. --Taken from: History of Barron Co., Wisconsin, H. C. Cooper, Jr., & Co., 1922, pg. 353.