Welcome to the Moose Lake Area Historical Society website.
The Moose Lake Historical Society has its 8th annual book signing.
It was held on Saturday, December 5th at the Blacklock Gallery in Moose Lake from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
"Leatherheads Of The North" by Chuck Frederick. This book highlights the Duluth Eskimos, the "greatest" football team that was ever put together and the team that saved the NFL. "Leatherheads Of The North" tells the fascinating story of Ernie Nevers, the Eskimos and their notorious exploits on and off the field from the early years when they were sponsored by Kelly-Duluth Hardware, through their storied 1926-27 barnstorming season and beyond.
Jim Heffernan, now retired from the Duluth News Tribune has compiled a number of articles from over the years titled "Cooler By The Lake". This is a collection of 52 of his classic newspaper columns from over the years. His writings are filled with humor, heart and his unique insights on life, his and others, through his newspaper career, his youth, his years as a writer, husband, father and grandfather.
Betty Lampel Lehet has authored the latest book on the village/area of Kettle River. It is titled "Kettle River, Minnesota: A Look At The Last 100 Years". The highlights of Kettle River history are told through newspaper clippings, photographs, sales receipts and other print data obtained from historical papers, the Moose Lake Area Historical Society and family papers and memories.
Tony Derkins "Crossing The Canal" is an illustrated history of Duluth's Aerial Bridge. Packed with over 250 photos, illustrations, maps and diagrams, "Crossing The Canal tells the story of Duluth's Aerial Bridge as it has never been told in the first full length book about this Duluth landmark.
Raymond Rath of Bruno will be presenting "The Cecilla Odyssey", highlighting the sailing saga of he and his family as they spend five plus years on the sea, starting off as land lubbers.
Cathy Wurzer will be presenting "Tales Of The Road", the story of Highway # 61, as it runs through Minnesota from the Wisconsin border to the Canadian Border. Cathy will also have her DVD from the documentary show on PBS last March.
Contact Information -- Memorial Day weekend through Mid October -- 218-485-4234
Off season office hours Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Executive Director: Natalie Frhorip
(Home Phone 218-485-4679)
President : Patricia Martinson phone: 218-485-8398
Mailing Address: MLAHS, P.O. Box 235, Moose Lake MN 55767-0235
Email Moose Lake Area Historical Society (mlahs@moose-tec.com)
Moose Lake Chamber of Commerce phone number 218-485-4145
Email Moose Lake Chamber of Commerce (mlchamber@moose-tec.com)
Moose Lake Chamber of Commerce website
Email Moosehorn Gallery for print and custom framing information (moosehorngallery@moose-tec.com)
JUST PRINTED!!
“KETTLE RIVER, MINNESOTA
"CO-OP TOWN USA" - A LOOK AT THE PAST 100 YEARS”
Compiled by Betty (Lampel) Lehet
2009
The history of Kettle River MN is told through newspaper clippings, photographs, sales receipts and other printed data obtained from the John Manni and Edwin Manni historical papers, the Moose Lake Area Historical Society, and the Lillian Lampel and Betty Lehet collections.
In 1909 the Soo Line railroad was built and a townsite named Finland was established. However, there was another town in Lake County named Finland, and problems arose with freight shipments going to the wrong place. When the post office was built in 1913 it was decided to name both sides of the tracks Kettle River.
Through the efforts and perseverance of the early pioneers, Kettle River became a Co-op town, with several cooperative businesses: a telephone company, a general merchandise store, an elevator and feed mill, a creamery, an oil service station, a rural electric power plant, and a locker plant. Most of these
businesses no longer exist, except for the power company and the oil (and propane) company.
The Forest Fire of 1918 destroyed all of Kettle River except for the brick bank building. Edwin Manni was instrumental in erecting a monument to all those who lost their lives in and after the fire.
Ma and Pa Kettle Days began as a yearly event in 1985 the second weekend of August. Each year a Grand Marshall, Ma and Pa Kettle and Miss Kettle River are chosen.
This 186 page book may be purchased at the Moose Lake Area Historical Society Depot, Blue Bear Restaurant and Lakeside Traders in Moose Lake MN for $16.00, tax included. Books may be ordered by mail by sending a check in the amount of $19.00, which includes postage and handling, to Betty Lehet, 94840 Sunny Beach Road, Moose Lake MN 55767.
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Hartman Donates 1915 Model T
Past Moose Lake Mayor, Clayton Hartman has donated his 1915 Model T to the Historical Society. It will be one of the anchors of the new annex when the transfer is completed this fall. Clay wants to drive it around a bit yet this summer, and has asked for visiting rights after it is transferred.
The original price of the vehicle was $566. Like Henry Ford always said it came in any color you wanted, as long as it was black. Clay purchased it in 1943, and worked on renovations for the next six years.
It is equipped with a 4 cylinder motor, with a crank to start the engine, a planetary transmission (the forerunner of our current automatic transmissions), both magneto electric and kerosene running lights, a rag top with side curtains, and only one door on the passenger side of the vehicle.
It has a speedometer, but it isn't original equipment. Its cruising speed is 25 mph, getting 13-14 miles per galleon of gas. It has wooden spokes in the wheels, and should have 60 pounds air pressure to fully inflate its tires. It gas supply worked on gravity feed, as it didn't have a fuel pump. The gas tank is located under the back seat, and Ford used pig hair to stuff his upholstered seats. Thus, after a time, you would have pig hair in your gas line.
The vehicle has many happy memories for Clay. He and Bunny drove it to Itasca State Park for their honeymoon in 1949.
Your membership and participation are greatly appreciated!
Natalie and Ross thankfully accept a donation from Duane Booker, representing the Class of '42.
This web site contains a list of Folz Photography's negative collection which can be purchased as copyrighted prints from the Moose Lake Historical Society.
You can check out the list of names of local residents here. Is your name, or someone you know on the list?
There are literally thousands of images of Moose Lake and the surrounding areas. From street scenes to sports pictures, to wedding photos. Maybe you're in them. They are available as archival prints in various sizes, framed or unframed.
Street Scenes of Moose Lake Now Available for Viewing.
No images may be reproduced in any manner without the written permission of Moose Lake Area Historical Society. For print information click on link above.
Summer hours are: Monday through Saturday 10:00 am -3:00 pm, Sunday Noon to 5:00pm. After Labor Day:Friday through Monday 10:00am -4:00 PM. The Depot and Museum close October 12.
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THE MOOSE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
IS PROUD TO SPONSOR
ANTIQUE
APPRAISALS
BY STEVE WESELY
OF CRESENT AUCTIONEERING
TUESDAY, JUNE 2ND 7:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, JULY 7TH 7:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4TH 7:00 P.M.
AT THE DEPOT AND
FIRES OF 1918
MUSEUM
900 FOLZ BOULEVARD
MOOSE LAKE, MN
Please bring no more than 2 items per
person. A donation of $2.00 per person
would be appreciated. As a benefit
of Membership there will be no charge
for Historical Society Members.
Antique Appraisals with Steve Wesely, of Cresent Auctioneering, were held on Tuesday, November 10th at 1:00 p.m. at the Moose Lake Civic Center. Seven individuals participated. This being the last appraisal session for the season, the Moose Lake Area Historical Society wishes to thank Steve Wesely for his many hours of service and his knowledge of antiques.
Steve started out by telling the assembled group that one of the "Star" appraisals from last time had been under valued. The electric Tom Thumb Circus Train, made by Hoge, should have been valued at $2,500. Steve went home and dug out his books and looked on line to come up with this figure.
The first "Star of the Show" for today framed print of a child's figure of cupid by a pool. It was done by Bessie Pease Gutmann, a noted illustrator, who was well known for her pastels. This, however, was not a pastel. Steve felt it was circa 1920, and was one of her early works. Estimated value, at least $200. Had been picked up at a garage sale for $3.
The second "Star of the Show" was a feather/folk art picture by Ida Prokop, an artist from North Dakota. The framed, glazed print was a wedding present from 1951. It was 12 X 18 inches. It was made mostly of feathers from pheasants and other birds, as well as seeds and grasses native to North Dakota. Very well done. Estimated value $150 - 200.
Another pair of smaller, glazed, framed prints by Ida Prokop were presented by a different person. One of the prints came from her familial home in North Dakota, and the other from a garage sale from Willow River. These were 7 X 9 inches, and similar, but not matching. Estimated value $40-80 each.
A black sailors hat from the U.S.S. Arizona was presented. It had belonged to an uncle, who had served in the Navy both in WW I & II. Estimated age circa 1918. Estimated value $200-500. The Arizona was launched and sea worthy in 1916, just prior to the U.S. entry into WW I.
A small religious book was presented. It had a copy right of 1895. Its title was "The Fourth Wise Man". It was in almost mint condition, and was written by Henry Van Dyke. Estimated value $20-30.
A book about Native Americans of the United States that was published in 1960 was presented. It, too, was in very good condition. Estimated value $10-12.
An Italian cameo broach was shown. A friend had brought the cameo back from Europe after WW II, and the presenter had it mounted. It was a simple, but nice set. Estimated value $50-80.
A chauffeurs badge from 1940 was shown. It had belonged to the presenters father. Estimated value $12-14.
Thank you again Steve for your service to the Historical Society. Our next event will by the Authors Party and Book Signing at the Blacklock Gallery on Saturday, December 5th from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Antique Appraisals will resume again on Tuesday, February 2nd at 1:00 p.m. at the Moose Lake Civic Center.
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Pictures of Cathy Wurzer's visit.
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