The first interview of Ralph Stroebel took place on June 16, 1972 and covers the lumbering era in Saginaw, the Tittabawassee Boom Company and the logging industry. The second interview of Ralph Stroebel took place on July 19, 1972. Topics discussed…
Interview devoted to his life in Amelith, Michigan from 1926 to 1972, religion, education, economics, and social life. Reverand Bickel was pastor emeritus of St. John's Lutheran Church.
Interview devoted to the origin of the Baptist Church, the first church in Saginaw, what Saginaw was like at the time, and the responsibility of the minister.
Interview devoted to the facts Mr. Smith finds most interesting about the Saginaw Valley, and the aspects of education he thinks are important in teaching the history of the Saginaw Valley.
Interview devoted to general information and background of Mr. Schindehette including his early boat building experiences during the early 1900's and his ownership of the Republic Hotel until approximately 1965.
Interview topics include Frankenmuth's history, the Lutheran Church of St. Lorenz, what Frankenmuth was like during the time of the interview and Mr. Zehnder's personal life and influences.