Related Records

1. A news article recounting the life and achievements of Charles S. "Cap" Smith as he turns 80 years old. 1962 - The article includes details of Smith's long military career (WWI,WWII, Korean War, US Coast Guard) and involvement in local organizations, businesses and politics.

   9/1962

   Record Type: Archive

   
2. Charles "Bud" Smith Jr. 1991 interview about the Smith family's long history in Manitowish Waters. 1915-1991 - The original Smith property was on Manitowish and Little Star Lakes. They continue to own Olivida on the northwest shore of Manitowish Lake.

   10/23/1991

   Record Type: Archive

   
3. Charles "Bud" Smith Jr. talks about the Smith family's history at their Olivida compound on Manitowish Lake in his 1986 recording. He shares many wonderful, and funny, family stories from over the years. 1915-1986 - Bud recorded these memories for his daughters, Ginny and Elizabeth. His recollections include what summer life was like in this area in the 1910s through the 1980s.

   August 1986

   Record Type: Archive

   
4. History of YMCA Camp Jorn 1952-1985 Compiled by Alice Kausz - A comprehensive report on the history and operations of Camp Jorn from establishment through 1985. See the attached picture of the report index for all the topics covered. Click the link to read the full report.

   Record Type: Archive

   
5. Pictures relating to an oral history interview with Jeannette Smith Davis. June 2023 - Jeanette's grandfather bought property on Manitowish Lake in 1917 and it remains in the family to date. Copy & paste the link to listen to her interview posted to the MWHS YouTube channel.

   Record Type: Photo

   
6. Spider Lake School ca 1920s - The schoolhouse was located on Deer Park Road and often referred to as the Deer Park School. The first teacher was Albina Dulic Sleight. This buildig was moved from Buswell after most of the lumber mill town bruned down in 1910.

   Record Type: Photo