Charles Wheeler born in 1832 made his home in Smithville where he was the proprietor of the sawmill. He married Nellie Shepard. He also represented the town in the Legislature.
The Thayers were very devoted to their town and country. Also very successful. Arthur become president of a hosiery company in Kenosha Wi in 1939. but committed suicide in 1943. His brother Walter was a WWII fighter pilot and flew 240 missions.
Charles Wheeler born in 1832 made his home in Smithville where he was the proprietor of the sawmill. He married Nellie Shepard. He also represented the town in the Legislature.
Was H. Toko related to you?
Yes, Hjalmar was my Dad's older brother. He was also the father of Patricia and Jon
I think the sawmill was located on Hildreth Pl. I think his brother (Arthur?) owned Ollie Niemi's house.
The Thayers were very devoted to their town and country. Also very successful. Arthur become president of a hosiery company in Kenosha Wi in 1939. but committed suicide in 1943. His brother Walter was a WWII fighter pilot and flew 240 missions.
Really enjoy the photos of people.