No children.
OBITUARY Iron River Reporter March 17 1993 "Obituaries: Carl Lindquist"
BATES TOWNSHIP-Carl G. Lindquist, 96, of 607 Sunset Lake Road, died March 9 at Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway, the son of the late Aldo and Hannah Lindquist. He moved to Iron River in 1899 with his parents and then to Sunset Lake in 1904. He attended school in Bates and Iron River. On August 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson of Crystal Falls and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. Together with his brother Walter, he operated a dairy farm in Bates Township until 1947. He served as Bates Township Clerk from 1922 to 1924 and then served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors for eight years. He also served on the Bates Township Board and for three years as secretary of the Iron County Fair Board. In 1940 he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. While serving in the House of Representatives, he served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Together with former Representative Alvin Richards of Marquette, he sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority which was the first step in the creation of the Mackinac Bridge. Among his fellow legislators, he was known as the "Iron Man." He also had the distinction of having served longer than any other representative for his district. After leaving the Michigan Legislature in 1954, he served as the agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association until retiring in 1964. He was the oldest member of First Lutheran Church in Iron River where he had served on the church council for many years. He was also a life member of the Crystal Falls-Iron River Masonic Lodge, a life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, and a member of the Ahmed Temple of the Shriners in Marquette. He was preceded in death by a brother Hjalmer, and by three sisters, Esther Lindquist, Anna McCornock and Elsa Benette. He is survived by his wife; one brother Walter of Crystal Manor; two sisters, Mildred Boyd of East Lansing and Ruth Collier of Lake Forest, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation.
A memorial service will be held in the spring at First Lutheran Church in Iron River and will be announced by Langenberg Funeral Home of Iron River.
The family suggests that memorials can be made to First Lutheran Church in Iron River or to the Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
FUNERAL NOTICE Iron River Reporter May 5 1993 "Memorial Service"
Memorial services for Carl Lindquist, 96, who died March 9, 1993 will be held Saturday May 8 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Iron River. The Rev. Thomas Wickstrom, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Bates Cemetery.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Carl G. Lindquist: State Legislator 1941-1954" page 117
Carl was born in Norway, Michigan on December 9, 1896. He was the son of Aldo G. and Hannah Lindquist. His parents were immigrants from Smaland, Sweden, and Nyakarleby, Finland. They first settled in Norway, Michigan and moved to Iron River in 1899 and lived on Boyington Street. In 1904, the family moved to Sunset Lake. The new house and 103 acres of land and timber cost $1,300.00. His father did some farming and bought and sold timber for many years-mainly interested in birdseye maple.
Carl attended schools in Iron River and in Bates Township. He and Walter operated a dairy farm until 1947. Carl says he knew every family that homesteaded in Bates. He was married to Sylvia Peterson from Crystal Falls on August 21, 1929. They had their 55th anniversary in 1984.
From 1922 to 1924, Carl served as Bates Township Clerk. He served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors on and off for eight years. While he was Supervisor, the Township bought what is now Bates Township Park at a cost of $6,000.00. Also, when he was Supervisor, in 1934 the Bates Board started the water line which was a W.P.A. project. Carl was on the Board of Review for six years. He was on the Bates Township School Board for six years and Secretary of the Iron County Fair Board for three years. For 14 years, he was the Agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association with the office in Crystal Falls. He retired in 1964.
In 1940, Carl was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. No other representative for this district has served that long. In 1945, Baraga County was included in this district. The salary was $3.00 a day with expenses paid for one trip home in a year. Later, the salary was raised to $5.00 a day.
Carl served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and on the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Among the fellow legislators, he was known as the Iron Man. During his fourteen years, the Republicans were in the majority in both the House and the Senate.
Carl and Alvin Richards from Marquette sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinaw Bridge Authority. The bill was passed by both the House and the Senate and signed by Gov. G. Mennen Williams. That was the first step in the building of "the bridge."
Some of the good friends Carl had while in the Legislature were: Rep. Harry Herman of Houghton Co., Rep. Victor Knox from Chippewa County, Howard Nugent of Huron Co., Speaker of the House, Norman Phillew, Clerk of the House, John Espie, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Also many former Iron County people who live in the Lansing area made his life in Lansing more pleasant.
Governors during Carl's term in Lansing were: Murray D. VanWagoner, Democrat; Harry Kelly, Republican; Kim Ziegler, Republican; and G. Menne Williams, Democrat.
Carl is a member of the First Lutheran Church in Iron River and served on the Council for many years. He is a Life member of the Masonic Lodge of Iron River, a Life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, a member of the Ahmed Temple of Marquette, and the A.A.R.P.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Memories" page 335
Carl Lindquist, who at 89 still walks miles in the Sunset Lake area every day, was an avid fan of daily perambulation long before it became a popular sport.
One Bates resident, who did not understand Carl's love for walking, remarked "what's the matter with that Carl Lindquist? Doesn't he have enough money to buy gas?"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Do You Remember When..." page 335
Sunset Lake resident, Carl G. Lindquist, was Iron County state representative from 1941 to 1955? His district later included Baraga County.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Foreword" page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "From Township Minutes" page 5 (excerpt)
1923 Carl Lindquist was appointed Health Officer.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bates Township Park" page 316 (excerpt)
In 1926, when Carl Lindquist was Supervisor, the Bates Township Board purchased a 40 acre tract of land from Ben Quirt for the sum of $6,000.00, the purpose being to establish a township park. The property was located on the south side of beautiful Sunset Lake in Sec. 17.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "C. William & Selma Johnson; Bill & Selma Johnson Family" page 82 (excerpt)
The Bates School at the top of the Bates Mine hill was the center of many activities. Teacher Sylvia Peterson was one of the best, giving her students a wonderful foundation in the basics. Carl Lindquist was courting her at the time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Dick Stoychoff Family" page 173 (excerpt)
Besides logging and farming, Dick found time to be active in Township politics for many years. At various times, he served as Treasurer, Constable, and on the Board of Review with such Supervisors as Carl Lindquist, George Miller, and others.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Sunset Lake Dairy (Lindquists)" page 257
Sunset Lake Dairy was started in April of 1930 by Carl and Walter Lindquist. Carl was then working at the Bates Mine. Oscar Johnson was working there too, so one day Oscar asked Carl if he would like to take over his milk route in the location. The milk was delivered before starting the regular shift at the mine. This was the start of Sunset Lake Dairy. They started with selling about 20 quarts per day. Later, they expanded and delivered in Rogers Location, in Stambaugh, and Iron River. The place they had at the lake was not a good place for this sort of business, so in 1936 they built a new barn and milk house up over the hill. This was quite an investment, as it meant they had to dig a well, too. In a few years, Bates Township came through with the water line, so the water problem was solved.
The years went by. Iron County had always been known as good dairy country. State regulations regarding the production of milk became more demanding, so some of the older farmers begin selling their herds. There were now jobs to be had, whereas in 1930, there weren't any, so in 1947, the Lindquist brother sold their herd. Carl went to work for the Tax Payers Association and Walter to the M.A. Hanna Laboratory in the Homer School.
During the Depression, there were 13 milk wagons delivering milk to the dwellings on the west side of Iron County. In the '30's, the price was 8 cents per quart. The price in 1948 was 18 cents per quart.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bars: Mapleton Inn/Cactus Bar" page 252 (excerpt)
Mary Hajkowicz recalls: "Carl Lindquist was Supervisor of the Township. It was WPA days and all the water pipes were piled high by the Bates Township Garage, awaiting approval.
Election put George Miller in as Supervisor and in two years, all the pipes were laid, water tank built, everybody had water. Happy day!"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Township Officers" page 381 (excerpt)
1923 Clerk: Carl Lindquist
1925 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1926 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1927 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1934 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1935 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1938 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1939 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "In Summary … The Evolution of Bates Township" page 385 (excerpt)
In 1941, another Bates Township man, Carl Lindquist, a dairy farmer, was elected and served in the House for 16 years.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Sunset Lake School about 1911" page 210 (excerpt)
photo shows students including Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Banquet of the Century" page 359 (excerpt)
Recognition was paid Carl Lindquist, retired Michigan Representative, and all who have served the township in school or politics.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter June 13 1990 "Carl Lindquist Sunday At First Lutheran" with photo
IRON RIVER-Carl Lindquist, who has carried a very busy life into its 94th year, will be honored by First Lutheran Church Sunday, June 17 as the church's oldest member.
The church is celebrating its centennial year in 1990.
Lindquist is the son of charter member Aldo Lindquist and a life-long member of First Lutheran Church. He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway (Mich.) when the family was living there briefly.
The family moved back to Iron River in 1899, where they lived on Boyington Street. In 1904 they moved to Sunset Lake, where he still lives, along with his wife and his brother Walter.
On Aug. 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson, who was recently honored as Community-Minded Woman of the Year by the Twentieth Century Club. They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year.
Lindquist was a miner and dairy farmer, but that is only the start of his activities. He served as Bates Township clerk; as agent for the Iron County Taxpayers Association; and was a member of the County Board, the Bates Township School Board and the county Fair Board.
He is a life member of the Iron River Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry in Marquette and of Ahmed Temple of Marquette.
He and Walter Lindquist started the Sunset Lake Dairy in April 1930 and operated it until 1947, delivering milk before Carl started his regular shift at the Bates Mine, where he was working. The dairy business distributed in Rogers Location, Stambaugh and Iron River.
In 1940, Lindquist was elected to the state House of Representatives and served continuously for 14 years, to 1954. The district was then known as the "Iron District," and Lindquist was known by fellow legislators as "the Iron Man"-no other representative has ever served this area for that long.
Among his accomplishments, Lindquist was co-sponsor of the house bill that created the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority-the first step toward the building of the bridge.
At First Lutheran, he was active in the Brotherhood for many years, serving as vice president and president; served on the Scout Committee for Troop 518; served on the steering committee for the 75th anniversary celebration; and was involved in the acquisition of property for the church from the estates of Charles Swanson and Andrew Erickson.
He did much work for the building of the education wing to the church, serving as chairman of the Finance Committee to raise funds for the project.
Even in his senior years, Lindquist remains an avid reader, according to his wife, and passes on magazines to neighbors. He grew sweet corn for many years and gave a lot of it away.
He enjoyed taking long walks before taking walks became popular. After retirement, he would walk as far as 10 miles in a day. Photography was another hobby, with slides of Sunset Lake sunsets.
Before bedtime, his wife notes, Carl has everything organized for the next morning's breakfast. The table is set, with fruit and cereal out. He also makes the soup and sandwiches for their noon lunch.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Feb 12 1986 "Still Sweethearts After 56 Years" with photo (not shown)
BATES TOWNSHIP-About sixty years ago, Sylvia and Carl Lindquist were matched up for a date.
Last August, they celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary.
Hmmmm. Looks like the couple who played Cupid knew what they were doing.
"Oh, you can't blame them," mused Carl, 89. "They're both dead now."
While there appears to be some discrepancy about where the pair actually went on that first date, Sylvia and Carl agree that one of their early outings was to a Valentine's Day party at Stambaugh Elementary School.
That's when she was an elementary school teacher at the Rogers School in Bates, and he was working at the Bates Mine.
Was it love at first sight?
"I don't know," said Carl, his eyes taking on an elfin gleam. "You know, I was getting old." (He was 28.)
Sylvia, 84, recalled when she first laid eyes on him. It was in the Rogers School balcony during a lyceum performance in 1925.
"He asked to give me a ride home, but I told him I wanted to ride home with the people I came with," she said.
Carl finally won, though. Four years later, after a garden wedding, she rode home from her parents' Crystal Falls home as his bride. They took up residence in his folks' home at 607 Sunset Lake Rd., where they still live.
However, Carl, who doesn't consider himself much of a romantic, didn't forget the honeymoon. The newlyweds did it up right-they went to Niagara Falls.
"I remember we ate peaches and cream for breakfast every day," said Sylvia, grinning at her husband.
"Then we came home and went to work," Carl followed up in his pragmatic way.
While her work continued in the teaching profession, he gave up mining and helped his brother Walter run his parents' dairy farm.
"And sometimes, she cooked," cracked Carl.
Their lives took an adventurous turn when he, after occupying various local and county government posts, was elected to serve as a state representative in Lansing from 1941 to 1953.
"I was so glad when she came to Lansing with me. I needed her," said Carl, who sponsored with Rep. Al Richards of Marquette legislation to build the Mackinac Bridge.
Still, Carl said he was glad to get back to the Sunset Lake area where he loves to walk. However, he admits he has had to cut his daily 10-mile jaunt down to two miles. Both like gardening and reading.
Recently, he learned a new skill. When Sylvia fell and broke her hip in November, "I finally learned how to run the washing machine," he laughed.
"And boy, when she was in the hospital, you should have seen all the neighbor ladies cooking for me. Pies, cakes…"
Sylvia, who still uses a walker to get around, joined in the fun. "I didn't have to bake for two months."
It was easy to see that humor runs rampant in this marriage. Is that how they made it stick all these years?
"Oh, he does joke a lot. He's got a subtle sense of humor, and I appreciate it," says Sylvia. "We've always been happy, and we never quarrel."
Now that the Lindquists' golden anniversary has come and gone, you might wonder what milestones are left for the couple.
Why, their 60th anniversary, of course. Both Sylvia and Carl are looking forward to it four years from now.
This week, though, Carl has something else on his mind-Valentine's Day. If Sylvia can't go out for dinner because of icy conditions, he'll buy her a card and celebrate at home.
Yep….they're just a couple of old sweethearts.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Dec 16 1948 "Lansing Parley Was Party Instead, In Honor of Lindquist's Birthday"
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Oct 3 1941 "Lindquist Leaves" to go to Lansing
OBITUARY of Walter Lindquist 2004 says Carl Lindquist was his brother.
OBITUARY of Sylvia Lindquist 1997 says she married Carl Lindquist Aug 21 1929 and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. He preceded her in death on March 9 1993.
OBITUARY of Aldo Gottfred Lindquist 1922 says Carl of Sunset Lake is his son. Probably born in Norway, Michigan.
INFORMATION FROM ACQUAINTANCE Edith Johnson Avise says she was 6th grade student of Sylvia Peterson at Bates Mine School when Carl Lindquist courted her. He was dairy farmer who later became a member of state legislature. Shy person & would flush red when students would ogle him when he came to pick her up at school.
INFORMATION FROM WAYNE OHLSSON at www.rootsweb.com says Carl was his Godfather/Gudfar. Carl was also a 1st cousin to the famous Swedish author Wilhelm Moberg.
OBITUARY Iron River Reporter March 17 1993 "Obituaries: Carl Lindquist"
BATES TOWNSHIP-Carl G. Lindquist, 96, of 607 Sunset Lake Road, died March 9 at Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway, the son of the late Aldo and Hannah Lindquist. He moved to Iron River in 1899 with his parents and then to Sunset Lake in 1904. He attended school in Bates and Iron River. On August 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson of Crystal Falls and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. Together with his brother Walter, he operated a dairy farm in Bates Township until 1947. He served as Bates Township Clerk from 1922 to 1924 and then served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors for eight years. He also served on the Bates Township Board and for three years as secretary of the Iron County Fair Board. In 1940 he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. While serving in the House of Representatives, he served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Together with former Representative Alvin Richards of Marquette, he sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority which was the first step in the creation of the Mackinac Bridge. Among his fellow legislators, he was known as the "Iron Man." He also had the distinction of having served longer than any other representative for his district. After leaving the Michigan Legislature in 1954, he served as the agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association until retiring in 1964. He was the oldest member of First Lutheran Church in Iron River where he had served on the church council for many years. He was also a life member of the Crystal Falls-Iron River Masonic Lodge, a life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, and a member of the Ahmed Temple of the Shriners in Marquette. He was preceded in death by a brother Hjalmer, and by three sisters, Esther Lindquist, Anna McCornock and Elsa Benette. He is survived by his wife; one brother Walter of Crystal Manor; two sisters, Mildred Boyd of East Lansing and Ruth Collier of Lake Forest, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation.
A memorial service will be held in the spring at First Lutheran Church in Iron River and will be announced by Langenberg Funeral Home of Iron River.
The family suggests that memorials can be made to First Lutheran Church in Iron River or to the Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
FUNERAL NOTICE Iron River Reporter May 5 1993 "Memorial Service"
Memorial services for Carl Lindquist, 96, who died March 9, 1993 will be held Saturday May 8 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Iron River. The Rev. Thomas Wickstrom, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Bates Cemetery.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Carl G. Lindquist: State Legislator 1941-1954" page 117
Carl was born in Norway, Michigan on December 9, 1896. He was the son of Aldo G. and Hannah Lindquist. His parents were immigrants from Smaland, Sweden, and Nyakarleby, Finland. They first settled in Norway, Michigan and moved to Iron River in 1899 and lived on Boyington Street. In 1904, the family moved to Sunset Lake. The new house and 103 acres of land and timber cost $1,300.00. His father did some farming and bought and sold timber for many years-mainly interested in birdseye maple.
Carl attended schools in Iron River and in Bates Township. He and Walter operated a dairy farm until 1947. Carl says he knew every family that homesteaded in Bates. He was married to Sylvia Peterson from Crystal Falls on August 21, 1929. They had their 55th anniversary in 1984.
From 1922 to 1924, Carl served as Bates Township Clerk. He served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors on and off for eight years. While he was Supervisor, the Township bought what is now Bates Township Park at a cost of $6,000.00. Also, when he was Supervisor, in 1934 the Bates Board started the water line which was a W.P.A. project. Carl was on the Board of Review for six years. He was on the Bates Township School Board for six years and Secretary of the Iron County Fair Board for three years. For 14 years, he was the Agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association with the office in Crystal Falls. He retired in 1964.
In 1940, Carl was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. No other representative for this district has served that long. In 1945, Baraga County was included in this district. The salary was $3.00 a day with expenses paid for one trip home in a year. Later, the salary was raised to $5.00 a day.
Carl served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and on the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Among the fellow legislators, he was known as the Iron Man. During his fourteen years, the Republicans were in the majority in both the House and the Senate.
Carl and Alvin Richards from Marquette sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinaw Bridge Authority. The bill was passed by both the House and the Senate and signed by Gov. G. Mennen Williams. That was the first step in the building of "the bridge."
Some of the good friends Carl had while in the Legislature were: Rep. Harry Herman of Houghton Co., Rep. Victor Knox from Chippewa County, Howard Nugent of Huron Co., Speaker of the House, Norman Phillew, Clerk of the House, John Espie, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Also many former Iron County people who live in the Lansing area made his life in Lansing more pleasant.
Governors during Carl's term in Lansing were: Murray D. VanWagoner, Democrat; Harry Kelly, Republican; Kim Ziegler, Republican; and G. Menne Williams, Democrat.
Carl is a member of the First Lutheran Church in Iron River and served on the Council for many years. He is a Life member of the Masonic Lodge of Iron River, a Life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, a member of the Ahmed Temple of Marquette, and the A.A.R.P.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Memories" page 335
Carl Lindquist, who at 89 still walks miles in the Sunset Lake area every day, was an avid fan of daily perambulation long before it became a popular sport.
One Bates resident, who did not understand Carl's love for walking, remarked "what's the matter with that Carl Lindquist? Doesn't he have enough money to buy gas?"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Do You Remember When..." page 335
Sunset Lake resident, Carl G. Lindquist, was Iron County state representative from 1941 to 1955? His district later included Baraga County.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Foreword" page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "From Township Minutes" page 5 (excerpt)
1923 Carl Lindquist was appointed Health Officer.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bates Township Park" page 316 (excerpt)
In 1926, when Carl Lindquist was Supervisor, the Bates Township Board purchased a 40 acre tract of land from Ben Quirt for the sum of $6,000.00, the purpose being to establish a township park. The property was located on the south side of beautiful Sunset Lake in Sec. 17.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "C. William & Selma Johnson; Bill & Selma Johnson Family" page 82 (excerpt)
The Bates School at the top of the Bates Mine hill was the center of many activities. Teacher Sylvia Peterson was one of the best, giving her students a wonderful foundation in the basics. Carl Lindquist was courting her at the time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Dick Stoychoff Family" page 173 (excerpt)
Besides logging and farming, Dick found time to be active in Township politics for many years. At various times, he served as Treasurer, Constable, and on the Board of Review with such Supervisors as Carl Lindquist, George Miller, and others.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Sunset Lake Dairy (Lindquists)" page 257
Sunset Lake Dairy was started in April of 1930 by Carl and Walter Lindquist. Carl was then working at the Bates Mine. Oscar Johnson was working there too, so one day Oscar asked Carl if he would like to take over his milk route in the location. The milk was delivered before starting the regular shift at the mine. This was the start of Sunset Lake Dairy. They started with selling about 20 quarts per day. Later, they expanded and delivered in Rogers Location, in Stambaugh, and Iron River. The place they had at the lake was not a good place for this sort of business, so in 1936 they built a new barn and milk house up over the hill. This was quite an investment, as it meant they had to dig a well, too. In a few years, Bates Township came through with the water line, so the water problem was solved.
The years went by. Iron County had always been known as good dairy country. State regulations regarding the production of milk became more demanding, so some of the older farmers begin selling their herds. There were now jobs to be had, whereas in 1930, there weren't any, so in 1947, the Lindquist brother sold their herd. Carl went to work for the Tax Payers Association and Walter to the M.A. Hanna Laboratory in the Homer School.
During the Depression, there were 13 milk wagons delivering milk to the dwellings on the west side of Iron County. In the '30's, the price was 8 cents per quart. The price in 1948 was 18 cents per quart.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bars: Mapleton Inn/Cactus Bar" page 252 (excerpt)
Mary Hajkowicz recalls: "Carl Lindquist was Supervisor of the Township. It was WPA days and all the water pipes were piled high by the Bates Township Garage, awaiting approval.
Election put George Miller in as Supervisor and in two years, all the pipes were laid, water tank built, everybody had water. Happy day!"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Township Officers" page 381 (excerpt)
1923 Clerk: Carl Lindquist
1925 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1926 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1927 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1934 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1935 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1938 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1939 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "In Summary … The Evolution of Bates Township" page 385 (excerpt)
In 1941, another Bates Township man, Carl Lindquist, a dairy farmer, was elected and served in the House for 16 years.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Sunset Lake School about 1911" page 210 (excerpt)
photo shows students including Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Banquet of the Century" page 359 (excerpt)
Recognition was paid Carl Lindquist, retired Michigan Representative, and all who have served the township in school or politics.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter June 13 1990 "Carl Lindquist Sunday At First Lutheran" with photo
IRON RIVER-Carl Lindquist, who has carried a very busy life into its 94th year, will be honored by First Lutheran Church Sunday, June 17 as the church's oldest member.
The church is celebrating its centennial year in 1990.
Lindquist is the son of charter member Aldo Lindquist and a life-long member of First Lutheran Church. He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway (Mich.) when the family was living there briefly.
The family moved back to Iron River in 1899, where they lived on Boyington Street. In 1904 they moved to Sunset Lake, where he still lives, along with his wife and his brother Walter.
On Aug. 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson, who was recently honored as Community-Minded Woman of the Year by the Twentieth Century Club. They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year.
Lindquist was a miner and dairy farmer, but that is only the start of his activities. He served as Bates Township clerk; as agent for the Iron County Taxpayers Association; and was a member of the County Board, the Bates Township School Board and the county Fair Board.
He is a life member of the Iron River Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry in Marquette and of Ahmed Temple of Marquette.
He and Walter Lindquist started the Sunset Lake Dairy in April 1930 and operated it until 1947, delivering milk before Carl started his regular shift at the Bates Mine, where he was working. The dairy business distributed in Rogers Location, Stambaugh and Iron River.
In 1940, Lindquist was elected to the state House of Representatives and served continuously for 14 years, to 1954. The district was then known as the "Iron District," and Lindquist was known by fellow legislators as "the Iron Man"-no other representative has ever served this area for that long.
Among his accomplishments, Lindquist was co-sponsor of the house bill that created the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority-the first step toward the building of the bridge.
At First Lutheran, he was active in the Brotherhood for many years, serving as vice president and president; served on the Scout Committee for Troop 518; served on the steering committee for the 75th anniversary celebration; and was involved in the acquisition of property for the church from the estates of Charles Swanson and Andrew Erickson.
He did much work for the building of the education wing to the church, serving as chairman of the Finance Committee to raise funds for the project.
Even in his senior years, Lindquist remains an avid reader, according to his wife, and passes on magazines to neighbors. He grew sweet corn for many years and gave a lot of it away.
He enjoyed taking long walks before taking walks became popular. After retirement, he would walk as far as 10 miles in a day. Photography was another hobby, with slides of Sunset Lake sunsets.
Before bedtime, his wife notes, Carl has everything organized for the next morning's breakfast. The table is set, with fruit and cereal out. He also makes the soup and sandwiches for their noon lunch.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Feb 12 1986 "Still Sweethearts After 56 Years" with photo (not shown)
BATES TOWNSHIP-About sixty years ago, Sylvia and Carl Lindquist were matched up for a date.
Last August, they celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary.
Hmmmm. Looks like the couple who played Cupid knew what they were doing.
"Oh, you can't blame them," mused Carl, 89. "They're both dead now."
While there appears to be some discrepancy about where the pair actually went on that first date, Sylvia and Carl agree that one of their early outings was to a Valentine's Day party at Stambaugh Elementary School.
That's when she was an elementary school teacher at the Rogers School in Bates, and he was working at the Bates Mine.
Was it love at first sight?
"I don't know," said Carl, his eyes taking on an elfin gleam. "You know, I was getting old." (He was 28.)
Sylvia, 84, recalled when she first laid eyes on him. It was in the Rogers School balcony during a lyceum performance in 1925.
"He asked to give me a ride home, but I told him I wanted to ride home with the people I came with," she said.
Carl finally won, though. Four years later, after a garden wedding, she rode home from her parents' Crystal Falls home as his bride. They took up residence in his folks' home at 607 Sunset Lake Rd., where they still live.
However, Carl, who doesn't consider himself much of a romantic, didn't forget the honeymoon. The newlyweds did it up right-they went to Niagara Falls.
"I remember we ate peaches and cream for breakfast every day," said Sylvia, grinning at her husband.
"Then we came home and went to work," Carl followed up in his pragmatic way.
While her work continued in the teaching profession, he gave up mining and helped his brother Walter run his parents' dairy farm.
"And sometimes, she cooked," cracked Carl.
Their lives took an adventurous turn when he, after occupying various local and county government posts, was elected to serve as a state representative in Lansing from 1941 to 1953.
"I was so glad when she came to Lansing with me. I needed her," said Carl, who sponsored with Rep. Al Richards of Marquette legislation to build the Mackinac Bridge.
Still, Carl said he was glad to get back to the Sunset Lake area where he loves to walk. However, he admits he has had to cut his daily 10-mile jaunt down to two miles. Both like gardening and reading.
Recently, he learned a new skill. When Sylvia fell and broke her hip in November, "I finally learned how to run the washing machine," he laughed.
"And boy, when she was in the hospital, you should have seen all the neighbor ladies cooking for me. Pies, cakes…"
Sylvia, who still uses a walker to get around, joined in the fun. "I didn't have to bake for two months."
It was easy to see that humor runs rampant in this marriage. Is that how they made it stick all these years?
"Oh, he does joke a lot. He's got a subtle sense of humor, and I appreciate it," says Sylvia. "We've always been happy, and we never quarrel."
Now that the Lindquists' golden anniversary has come and gone, you might wonder what milestones are left for the couple.
Why, their 60th anniversary, of course. Both Sylvia and Carl are looking forward to it four years from now.
This week, though, Carl has something else on his mind-Valentine's Day. If Sylvia can't go out for dinner because of icy conditions, he'll buy her a card and celebrate at home.
Yep….they're just a couple of old sweethearts.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Dec 16 1948 "Lansing Parley Was Party Instead, In Honor of Lindquist's Birthday"
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Oct 3 1941 "Lindquist Leaves" to go to Lansing
OBITUARY of Walter Lindquist 2004 says Carl Lindquist was his brother.
OBITUARY of Sylvia Lindquist 1997 says she married Carl Lindquist Aug 21 1929 and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. He preceded her in death on March 9 1993.
OBITUARY of Aldo Gottfred Lindquist 1922 says Carl of Sunset Lake is his son. Probably born in Norway, Michigan.
INFORMATION FROM ACQUAINTANCE Edith Johnson Avise says she was 6th grade student of Sylvia Peterson at Bates Mine School when Carl Lindquist courted her. He was dairy farmer who later became a member of state legislature. Shy person & would flush red when students would ogle him when he came to pick her up at school.
INFORMATION FROM WAYNE OHLSSON at www.rootsweb.com says Carl was his Godfather/Gudfar. Carl was also a 1st cousin to the famous Swedish author Wilhelm Moberg.
No children.
OBITUARY Iron River Reporter March 17 1993 "Obituaries: Carl Lindquist"
BATES TOWNSHIP-Carl G. Lindquist, 96, of 607 Sunset Lake Road, died March 9 at Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway, the son of the late Aldo and Hannah Lindquist. He moved to Iron River in 1899 with his parents and then to Sunset Lake in 1904. He attended school in Bates and Iron River. On August 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson of Crystal Falls and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. Together with his brother Walter, he operated a dairy farm in Bates Township until 1947. He served as Bates Township Clerk from 1922 to 1924 and then served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors for eight years. He also served on the Bates Township Board and for three years as secretary of the Iron County Fair Board. In 1940 he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. While serving in the House of Representatives, he served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Together with former Representative Alvin Richards of Marquette, he sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority which was the first step in the creation of the Mackinac Bridge. Among his fellow legislators, he was known as the "Iron Man." He also had the distinction of having served longer than any other representative for his district. After leaving the Michigan Legislature in 1954, he served as the agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association until retiring in 1964. He was the oldest member of First Lutheran Church in Iron River where he had served on the church council for many years. He was also a life member of the Crystal Falls-Iron River Masonic Lodge, a life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, and a member of the Ahmed Temple of the Shriners in Marquette. He was preceded in death by a brother Hjalmer, and by three sisters, Esther Lindquist, Anna McCornock and Elsa Benette. He is survived by his wife; one brother Walter of Crystal Manor; two sisters, Mildred Boyd of East Lansing and Ruth Collier of Lake Forest, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation.
A memorial service will be held in the spring at First Lutheran Church in Iron River and will be announced by Langenberg Funeral Home of Iron River.
The family suggests that memorials can be made to First Lutheran Church in Iron River or to the Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
FUNERAL NOTICE Iron River Reporter May 5 1993 "Memorial Service"
Memorial services for Carl Lindquist, 96, who died March 9, 1993 will be held Saturday May 8 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Iron River. The Rev. Thomas Wickstrom, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Bates Cemetery.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Carl G. Lindquist: State Legislator 1941-1954" page 117
Carl was born in Norway, Michigan on December 9, 1896. He was the son of Aldo G. and Hannah Lindquist. His parents were immigrants from Smaland, Sweden, and Nyakarleby, Finland. They first settled in Norway, Michigan and moved to Iron River in 1899 and lived on Boyington Street. In 1904, the family moved to Sunset Lake. The new house and 103 acres of land and timber cost $1,300.00. His father did some farming and bought and sold timber for many years-mainly interested in birdseye maple.
Carl attended schools in Iron River and in Bates Township. He and Walter operated a dairy farm until 1947. Carl says he knew every family that homesteaded in Bates. He was married to Sylvia Peterson from Crystal Falls on August 21, 1929. They had their 55th anniversary in 1984.
From 1922 to 1924, Carl served as Bates Township Clerk. He served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors on and off for eight years. While he was Supervisor, the Township bought what is now Bates Township Park at a cost of $6,000.00. Also, when he was Supervisor, in 1934 the Bates Board started the water line which was a W.P.A. project. Carl was on the Board of Review for six years. He was on the Bates Township School Board for six years and Secretary of the Iron County Fair Board for three years. For 14 years, he was the Agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association with the office in Crystal Falls. He retired in 1964.
In 1940, Carl was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. No other representative for this district has served that long. In 1945, Baraga County was included in this district. The salary was $3.00 a day with expenses paid for one trip home in a year. Later, the salary was raised to $5.00 a day.
Carl served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and on the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Among the fellow legislators, he was known as the Iron Man. During his fourteen years, the Republicans were in the majority in both the House and the Senate.
Carl and Alvin Richards from Marquette sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinaw Bridge Authority. The bill was passed by both the House and the Senate and signed by Gov. G. Mennen Williams. That was the first step in the building of "the bridge."
Some of the good friends Carl had while in the Legislature were: Rep. Harry Herman of Houghton Co., Rep. Victor Knox from Chippewa County, Howard Nugent of Huron Co., Speaker of the House, Norman Phillew, Clerk of the House, John Espie, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Also many former Iron County people who live in the Lansing area made his life in Lansing more pleasant.
Governors during Carl's term in Lansing were: Murray D. VanWagoner, Democrat; Harry Kelly, Republican; Kim Ziegler, Republican; and G. Menne Williams, Democrat.
Carl is a member of the First Lutheran Church in Iron River and served on the Council for many years. He is a Life member of the Masonic Lodge of Iron River, a Life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, a member of the Ahmed Temple of Marquette, and the A.A.R.P.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Memories" page 335
Carl Lindquist, who at 89 still walks miles in the Sunset Lake area every day, was an avid fan of daily perambulation long before it became a popular sport.
One Bates resident, who did not understand Carl's love for walking, remarked "what's the matter with that Carl Lindquist? Doesn't he have enough money to buy gas?"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Do You Remember When..." page 335
Sunset Lake resident, Carl G. Lindquist, was Iron County state representative from 1941 to 1955? His district later included Baraga County.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Foreword" page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "From Township Minutes" page 5 (excerpt)
1923 Carl Lindquist was appointed Health Officer.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bates Township Park" page 316 (excerpt)
In 1926, when Carl Lindquist was Supervisor, the Bates Township Board purchased a 40 acre tract of land from Ben Quirt for the sum of $6,000.00, the purpose being to establish a township park. The property was located on the south side of beautiful Sunset Lake in Sec. 17.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "C. William & Selma Johnson; Bill & Selma Johnson Family" page 82 (excerpt)
The Bates School at the top of the Bates Mine hill was the center of many activities. Teacher Sylvia Peterson was one of the best, giving her students a wonderful foundation in the basics. Carl Lindquist was courting her at the time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Dick Stoychoff Family" page 173 (excerpt)
Besides logging and farming, Dick found time to be active in Township politics for many years. At various times, he served as Treasurer, Constable, and on the Board of Review with such Supervisors as Carl Lindquist, George Miller, and others.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Sunset Lake Dairy (Lindquists)" page 257
Sunset Lake Dairy was started in April of 1930 by Carl and Walter Lindquist. Carl was then working at the Bates Mine. Oscar Johnson was working there too, so one day Oscar asked Carl if he would like to take over his milk route in the location. The milk was delivered before starting the regular shift at the mine. This was the start of Sunset Lake Dairy. They started with selling about 20 quarts per day. Later, they expanded and delivered in Rogers Location, in Stambaugh, and Iron River. The place they had at the lake was not a good place for this sort of business, so in 1936 they built a new barn and milk house up over the hill. This was quite an investment, as it meant they had to dig a well, too. In a few years, Bates Township came through with the water line, so the water problem was solved.
The years went by. Iron County had always been known as good dairy country. State regulations regarding the production of milk became more demanding, so some of the older farmers begin selling their herds. There were now jobs to be had, whereas in 1930, there weren't any, so in 1947, the Lindquist brother sold their herd. Carl went to work for the Tax Payers Association and Walter to the M.A. Hanna Laboratory in the Homer School.
During the Depression, there were 13 milk wagons delivering milk to the dwellings on the west side of Iron County. In the '30's, the price was 8 cents per quart. The price in 1948 was 18 cents per quart.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bars: Mapleton Inn/Cactus Bar" page 252 (excerpt)
Mary Hajkowicz recalls: "Carl Lindquist was Supervisor of the Township. It was WPA days and all the water pipes were piled high by the Bates Township Garage, awaiting approval.
Election put George Miller in as Supervisor and in two years, all the pipes were laid, water tank built, everybody had water. Happy day!"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Township Officers" page 381 (excerpt)
1923 Clerk: Carl Lindquist
1925 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1926 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1927 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1934 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1935 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1938 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1939 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "In Summary … The Evolution of Bates Township" page 385 (excerpt)
In 1941, another Bates Township man, Carl Lindquist, a dairy farmer, was elected and served in the House for 16 years.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Sunset Lake School about 1911" page 210 (excerpt)
photo shows students including Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Banquet of the Century" page 359 (excerpt)
Recognition was paid Carl Lindquist, retired Michigan Representative, and all who have served the township in school or politics.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter June 13 1990 "Carl Lindquist Sunday At First Lutheran" with photo
IRON RIVER-Carl Lindquist, who has carried a very busy life into its 94th year, will be honored by First Lutheran Church Sunday, June 17 as the church's oldest member.
The church is celebrating its centennial year in 1990.
Lindquist is the son of charter member Aldo Lindquist and a life-long member of First Lutheran Church. He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway (Mich.) when the family was living there briefly.
The family moved back to Iron River in 1899, where they lived on Boyington Street. In 1904 they moved to Sunset Lake, where he still lives, along with his wife and his brother Walter.
On Aug. 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson, who was recently honored as Community-Minded Woman of the Year by the Twentieth Century Club. They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year.
Lindquist was a miner and dairy farmer, but that is only the start of his activities. He served as Bates Township clerk; as agent for the Iron County Taxpayers Association; and was a member of the County Board, the Bates Township School Board and the county Fair Board.
He is a life member of the Iron River Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry in Marquette and of Ahmed Temple of Marquette.
He and Walter Lindquist started the Sunset Lake Dairy in April 1930 and operated it until 1947, delivering milk before Carl started his regular shift at the Bates Mine, where he was working. The dairy business distributed in Rogers Location, Stambaugh and Iron River.
In 1940, Lindquist was elected to the state House of Representatives and served continuously for 14 years, to 1954. The district was then known as the "Iron District," and Lindquist was known by fellow legislators as "the Iron Man"-no other representative has ever served this area for that long.
Among his accomplishments, Lindquist was co-sponsor of the house bill that created the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority-the first step toward the building of the bridge.
At First Lutheran, he was active in the Brotherhood for many years, serving as vice president and president; served on the Scout Committee for Troop 518; served on the steering committee for the 75th anniversary celebration; and was involved in the acquisition of property for the church from the estates of Charles Swanson and Andrew Erickson.
He did much work for the building of the education wing to the church, serving as chairman of the Finance Committee to raise funds for the project.
Even in his senior years, Lindquist remains an avid reader, according to his wife, and passes on magazines to neighbors. He grew sweet corn for many years and gave a lot of it away.
He enjoyed taking long walks before taking walks became popular. After retirement, he would walk as far as 10 miles in a day. Photography was another hobby, with slides of Sunset Lake sunsets.
Before bedtime, his wife notes, Carl has everything organized for the next morning's breakfast. The table is set, with fruit and cereal out. He also makes the soup and sandwiches for their noon lunch.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Feb 12 1986 "Still Sweethearts After 56 Years" with photo (not shown)
BATES TOWNSHIP-About sixty years ago, Sylvia and Carl Lindquist were matched up for a date.
Last August, they celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary.
Hmmmm. Looks like the couple who played Cupid knew what they were doing.
"Oh, you can't blame them," mused Carl, 89. "They're both dead now."
While there appears to be some discrepancy about where the pair actually went on that first date, Sylvia and Carl agree that one of their early outings was to a Valentine's Day party at Stambaugh Elementary School.
That's when she was an elementary school teacher at the Rogers School in Bates, and he was working at the Bates Mine.
Was it love at first sight?
"I don't know," said Carl, his eyes taking on an elfin gleam. "You know, I was getting old." (He was 28.)
Sylvia, 84, recalled when she first laid eyes on him. It was in the Rogers School balcony during a lyceum performance in 1925.
"He asked to give me a ride home, but I told him I wanted to ride home with the people I came with," she said.
Carl finally won, though. Four years later, after a garden wedding, she rode home from her parents' Crystal Falls home as his bride. They took up residence in his folks' home at 607 Sunset Lake Rd., where they still live.
However, Carl, who doesn't consider himself much of a romantic, didn't forget the honeymoon. The newlyweds did it up right-they went to Niagara Falls.
"I remember we ate peaches and cream for breakfast every day," said Sylvia, grinning at her husband.
"Then we came home and went to work," Carl followed up in his pragmatic way.
While her work continued in the teaching profession, he gave up mining and helped his brother Walter run his parents' dairy farm.
"And sometimes, she cooked," cracked Carl.
Their lives took an adventurous turn when he, after occupying various local and county government posts, was elected to serve as a state representative in Lansing from 1941 to 1953.
"I was so glad when she came to Lansing with me. I needed her," said Carl, who sponsored with Rep. Al Richards of Marquette legislation to build the Mackinac Bridge.
Still, Carl said he was glad to get back to the Sunset Lake area where he loves to walk. However, he admits he has had to cut his daily 10-mile jaunt down to two miles. Both like gardening and reading.
Recently, he learned a new skill. When Sylvia fell and broke her hip in November, "I finally learned how to run the washing machine," he laughed.
"And boy, when she was in the hospital, you should have seen all the neighbor ladies cooking for me. Pies, cakes…"
Sylvia, who still uses a walker to get around, joined in the fun. "I didn't have to bake for two months."
It was easy to see that humor runs rampant in this marriage. Is that how they made it stick all these years?
"Oh, he does joke a lot. He's got a subtle sense of humor, and I appreciate it," says Sylvia. "We've always been happy, and we never quarrel."
Now that the Lindquists' golden anniversary has come and gone, you might wonder what milestones are left for the couple.
Why, their 60th anniversary, of course. Both Sylvia and Carl are looking forward to it four years from now.
This week, though, Carl has something else on his mind-Valentine's Day. If Sylvia can't go out for dinner because of icy conditions, he'll buy her a card and celebrate at home.
Yep….they're just a couple of old sweethearts.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Dec 16 1948 "Lansing Parley Was Party Instead, In Honor of Lindquist's Birthday"
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Oct 3 1941 "Lindquist Leaves" to go to Lansing
OBITUARY of Walter Lindquist 2004 says Carl Lindquist was his brother.
OBITUARY of Sylvia Lindquist 1997 says she married Carl Lindquist Aug 21 1929 and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. He preceded her in death on March 9 1993.
OBITUARY of Aldo Gottfred Lindquist 1922 says Carl of Sunset Lake is his son. Probably born in Norway, Michigan.
INFORMATION FROM ACQUAINTANCE Edith Johnson Avise says she was 6th grade student of Sylvia Peterson at Bates Mine School when Carl Lindquist courted her. He was dairy farmer who later became a member of state legislature. Shy person & would flush red when students would ogle him when he came to pick her up at school.
INFORMATION FROM WAYNE OHLSSON at www.rootsweb.com says Carl was his Godfather/Gudfar. Carl was also a 1st cousin to the famous Swedish author Wilhelm Moberg.
OBITUARY Iron River Reporter March 17 1993 "Obituaries: Carl Lindquist"
BATES TOWNSHIP-Carl G. Lindquist, 96, of 607 Sunset Lake Road, died March 9 at Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway, the son of the late Aldo and Hannah Lindquist. He moved to Iron River in 1899 with his parents and then to Sunset Lake in 1904. He attended school in Bates and Iron River. On August 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson of Crystal Falls and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. Together with his brother Walter, he operated a dairy farm in Bates Township until 1947. He served as Bates Township Clerk from 1922 to 1924 and then served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors for eight years. He also served on the Bates Township Board and for three years as secretary of the Iron County Fair Board. In 1940 he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. While serving in the House of Representatives, he served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Together with former Representative Alvin Richards of Marquette, he sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority which was the first step in the creation of the Mackinac Bridge. Among his fellow legislators, he was known as the "Iron Man." He also had the distinction of having served longer than any other representative for his district. After leaving the Michigan Legislature in 1954, he served as the agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association until retiring in 1964. He was the oldest member of First Lutheran Church in Iron River where he had served on the church council for many years. He was also a life member of the Crystal Falls-Iron River Masonic Lodge, a life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, and a member of the Ahmed Temple of the Shriners in Marquette. He was preceded in death by a brother Hjalmer, and by three sisters, Esther Lindquist, Anna McCornock and Elsa Benette. He is survived by his wife; one brother Walter of Crystal Manor; two sisters, Mildred Boyd of East Lansing and Ruth Collier of Lake Forest, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation.
A memorial service will be held in the spring at First Lutheran Church in Iron River and will be announced by Langenberg Funeral Home of Iron River.
The family suggests that memorials can be made to First Lutheran Church in Iron River or to the Crystal Manor in Crystal Falls.
FUNERAL NOTICE Iron River Reporter May 5 1993 "Memorial Service"
Memorial services for Carl Lindquist, 96, who died March 9, 1993 will be held Saturday May 8 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Iron River. The Rev. Thomas Wickstrom, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Bates Cemetery.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Carl G. Lindquist: State Legislator 1941-1954" page 117
Carl was born in Norway, Michigan on December 9, 1896. He was the son of Aldo G. and Hannah Lindquist. His parents were immigrants from Smaland, Sweden, and Nyakarleby, Finland. They first settled in Norway, Michigan and moved to Iron River in 1899 and lived on Boyington Street. In 1904, the family moved to Sunset Lake. The new house and 103 acres of land and timber cost $1,300.00. His father did some farming and bought and sold timber for many years-mainly interested in birdseye maple.
Carl attended schools in Iron River and in Bates Township. He and Walter operated a dairy farm until 1947. Carl says he knew every family that homesteaded in Bates. He was married to Sylvia Peterson from Crystal Falls on August 21, 1929. They had their 55th anniversary in 1984.
From 1922 to 1924, Carl served as Bates Township Clerk. He served on the Iron County Board of Supervisors on and off for eight years. While he was Supervisor, the Township bought what is now Bates Township Park at a cost of $6,000.00. Also, when he was Supervisor, in 1934 the Bates Board started the water line which was a W.P.A. project. Carl was on the Board of Review for six years. He was on the Bates Township School Board for six years and Secretary of the Iron County Fair Board for three years. For 14 years, he was the Agent for the Iron County Taxpayer's Association with the office in Crystal Falls. He retired in 1964.
In 1940, Carl was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the Iron District and served continuously for 14 years. No other representative for this district has served that long. In 1945, Baraga County was included in this district. The salary was $3.00 a day with expenses paid for one trip home in a year. Later, the salary was raised to $5.00 a day.
Carl served on the State Affairs Committee for six years and on the Ways and Means Committee for eight years. Among the fellow legislators, he was known as the Iron Man. During his fourteen years, the Republicans were in the majority in both the House and the Senate.
Carl and Alvin Richards from Marquette sponsored the House bill to create the Straits of Mackinaw Bridge Authority. The bill was passed by both the House and the Senate and signed by Gov. G. Mennen Williams. That was the first step in the building of "the bridge."
Some of the good friends Carl had while in the Legislature were: Rep. Harry Herman of Houghton Co., Rep. Victor Knox from Chippewa County, Howard Nugent of Huron Co., Speaker of the House, Norman Phillew, Clerk of the House, John Espie, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Also many former Iron County people who live in the Lansing area made his life in Lansing more pleasant.
Governors during Carl's term in Lansing were: Murray D. VanWagoner, Democrat; Harry Kelly, Republican; Kim Ziegler, Republican; and G. Menne Williams, Democrat.
Carl is a member of the First Lutheran Church in Iron River and served on the Council for many years. He is a Life member of the Masonic Lodge of Iron River, a Life member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Marquette, a member of the Ahmed Temple of Marquette, and the A.A.R.P.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Memories" page 335
Carl Lindquist, who at 89 still walks miles in the Sunset Lake area every day, was an avid fan of daily perambulation long before it became a popular sport.
One Bates resident, who did not understand Carl's love for walking, remarked "what's the matter with that Carl Lindquist? Doesn't he have enough money to buy gas?"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Do You Remember When..." page 335
Sunset Lake resident, Carl G. Lindquist, was Iron County state representative from 1941 to 1955? His district later included Baraga County.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Foreword" page vii (excerpt)
Two of the most prominent men in our Township who held many offices in the Township and later held offices of high esteem are Carl Lindquist, who has given a lot of information on the history of the Township, and the late Victor Benson. Both were State Representatives at one time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "From Township Minutes" page 5 (excerpt)
1923 Carl Lindquist was appointed Health Officer.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bates Township Park" page 316 (excerpt)
In 1926, when Carl Lindquist was Supervisor, the Bates Township Board purchased a 40 acre tract of land from Ben Quirt for the sum of $6,000.00, the purpose being to establish a township park. The property was located on the south side of beautiful Sunset Lake in Sec. 17.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "C. William & Selma Johnson; Bill & Selma Johnson Family" page 82 (excerpt)
The Bates School at the top of the Bates Mine hill was the center of many activities. Teacher Sylvia Peterson was one of the best, giving her students a wonderful foundation in the basics. Carl Lindquist was courting her at the time.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Dick Stoychoff Family" page 173 (excerpt)
Besides logging and farming, Dick found time to be active in Township politics for many years. At various times, he served as Treasurer, Constable, and on the Board of Review with such Supervisors as Carl Lindquist, George Miller, and others.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "The Sunset Lake Dairy (Lindquists)" page 257
Sunset Lake Dairy was started in April of 1930 by Carl and Walter Lindquist. Carl was then working at the Bates Mine. Oscar Johnson was working there too, so one day Oscar asked Carl if he would like to take over his milk route in the location. The milk was delivered before starting the regular shift at the mine. This was the start of Sunset Lake Dairy. They started with selling about 20 quarts per day. Later, they expanded and delivered in Rogers Location, in Stambaugh, and Iron River. The place they had at the lake was not a good place for this sort of business, so in 1936 they built a new barn and milk house up over the hill. This was quite an investment, as it meant they had to dig a well, too. In a few years, Bates Township came through with the water line, so the water problem was solved.
The years went by. Iron County had always been known as good dairy country. State regulations regarding the production of milk became more demanding, so some of the older farmers begin selling their herds. There were now jobs to be had, whereas in 1930, there weren't any, so in 1947, the Lindquist brother sold their herd. Carl went to work for the Tax Payers Association and Walter to the M.A. Hanna Laboratory in the Homer School.
During the Depression, there were 13 milk wagons delivering milk to the dwellings on the west side of Iron County. In the '30's, the price was 8 cents per quart. The price in 1948 was 18 cents per quart.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Bars: Mapleton Inn/Cactus Bar" page 252 (excerpt)
Mary Hajkowicz recalls: "Carl Lindquist was Supervisor of the Township. It was WPA days and all the water pipes were piled high by the Bates Township Garage, awaiting approval.
Election put George Miller in as Supervisor and in two years, all the pipes were laid, water tank built, everybody had water. Happy day!"
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Township Officers" page 381 (excerpt)
1923 Clerk: Carl Lindquist
1925 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1926 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1927 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1934 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1935 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1938 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
1939 Supervisor: Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "In Summary … The Evolution of Bates Township" page 385 (excerpt)
In 1941, another Bates Township man, Carl Lindquist, a dairy farmer, was elected and served in the House for 16 years.
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Sunset Lake School about 1911" page 210 (excerpt)
photo shows students including Carl Lindquist
BATES TOWNSHIP LEGACY 1885-1985 centennial book "Banquet of the Century" page 359 (excerpt)
Recognition was paid Carl Lindquist, retired Michigan Representative, and all who have served the township in school or politics.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter June 13 1990 "Carl Lindquist Sunday At First Lutheran" with photo
IRON RIVER-Carl Lindquist, who has carried a very busy life into its 94th year, will be honored by First Lutheran Church Sunday, June 17 as the church's oldest member.
The church is celebrating its centennial year in 1990.
Lindquist is the son of charter member Aldo Lindquist and a life-long member of First Lutheran Church. He was born Dec. 9, 1896 in Norway (Mich.) when the family was living there briefly.
The family moved back to Iron River in 1899, where they lived on Boyington Street. In 1904 they moved to Sunset Lake, where he still lives, along with his wife and his brother Walter.
On Aug. 21, 1929 he married the former Sylvia Peterson, who was recently honored as Community-Minded Woman of the Year by the Twentieth Century Club. They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year.
Lindquist was a miner and dairy farmer, but that is only the start of his activities. He served as Bates Township clerk; as agent for the Iron County Taxpayers Association; and was a member of the County Board, the Bates Township School Board and the county Fair Board.
He is a life member of the Iron River Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry in Marquette and of Ahmed Temple of Marquette.
He and Walter Lindquist started the Sunset Lake Dairy in April 1930 and operated it until 1947, delivering milk before Carl started his regular shift at the Bates Mine, where he was working. The dairy business distributed in Rogers Location, Stambaugh and Iron River.
In 1940, Lindquist was elected to the state House of Representatives and served continuously for 14 years, to 1954. The district was then known as the "Iron District," and Lindquist was known by fellow legislators as "the Iron Man"-no other representative has ever served this area for that long.
Among his accomplishments, Lindquist was co-sponsor of the house bill that created the Straits of Mackinac Bridge Authority-the first step toward the building of the bridge.
At First Lutheran, he was active in the Brotherhood for many years, serving as vice president and president; served on the Scout Committee for Troop 518; served on the steering committee for the 75th anniversary celebration; and was involved in the acquisition of property for the church from the estates of Charles Swanson and Andrew Erickson.
He did much work for the building of the education wing to the church, serving as chairman of the Finance Committee to raise funds for the project.
Even in his senior years, Lindquist remains an avid reader, according to his wife, and passes on magazines to neighbors. He grew sweet corn for many years and gave a lot of it away.
He enjoyed taking long walks before taking walks became popular. After retirement, he would walk as far as 10 miles in a day. Photography was another hobby, with slides of Sunset Lake sunsets.
Before bedtime, his wife notes, Carl has everything organized for the next morning's breakfast. The table is set, with fruit and cereal out. He also makes the soup and sandwiches for their noon lunch.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Feb 12 1986 "Still Sweethearts After 56 Years" with photo (not shown)
BATES TOWNSHIP-About sixty years ago, Sylvia and Carl Lindquist were matched up for a date.
Last August, they celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary.
Hmmmm. Looks like the couple who played Cupid knew what they were doing.
"Oh, you can't blame them," mused Carl, 89. "They're both dead now."
While there appears to be some discrepancy about where the pair actually went on that first date, Sylvia and Carl agree that one of their early outings was to a Valentine's Day party at Stambaugh Elementary School.
That's when she was an elementary school teacher at the Rogers School in Bates, and he was working at the Bates Mine.
Was it love at first sight?
"I don't know," said Carl, his eyes taking on an elfin gleam. "You know, I was getting old." (He was 28.)
Sylvia, 84, recalled when she first laid eyes on him. It was in the Rogers School balcony during a lyceum performance in 1925.
"He asked to give me a ride home, but I told him I wanted to ride home with the people I came with," she said.
Carl finally won, though. Four years later, after a garden wedding, she rode home from her parents' Crystal Falls home as his bride. They took up residence in his folks' home at 607 Sunset Lake Rd., where they still live.
However, Carl, who doesn't consider himself much of a romantic, didn't forget the honeymoon. The newlyweds did it up right-they went to Niagara Falls.
"I remember we ate peaches and cream for breakfast every day," said Sylvia, grinning at her husband.
"Then we came home and went to work," Carl followed up in his pragmatic way.
While her work continued in the teaching profession, he gave up mining and helped his brother Walter run his parents' dairy farm.
"And sometimes, she cooked," cracked Carl.
Their lives took an adventurous turn when he, after occupying various local and county government posts, was elected to serve as a state representative in Lansing from 1941 to 1953.
"I was so glad when she came to Lansing with me. I needed her," said Carl, who sponsored with Rep. Al Richards of Marquette legislation to build the Mackinac Bridge.
Still, Carl said he was glad to get back to the Sunset Lake area where he loves to walk. However, he admits he has had to cut his daily 10-mile jaunt down to two miles. Both like gardening and reading.
Recently, he learned a new skill. When Sylvia fell and broke her hip in November, "I finally learned how to run the washing machine," he laughed.
"And boy, when she was in the hospital, you should have seen all the neighbor ladies cooking for me. Pies, cakes…"
Sylvia, who still uses a walker to get around, joined in the fun. "I didn't have to bake for two months."
It was easy to see that humor runs rampant in this marriage. Is that how they made it stick all these years?
"Oh, he does joke a lot. He's got a subtle sense of humor, and I appreciate it," says Sylvia. "We've always been happy, and we never quarrel."
Now that the Lindquists' golden anniversary has come and gone, you might wonder what milestones are left for the couple.
Why, their 60th anniversary, of course. Both Sylvia and Carl are looking forward to it four years from now.
This week, though, Carl has something else on his mind-Valentine's Day. If Sylvia can't go out for dinner because of icy conditions, he'll buy her a card and celebrate at home.
Yep….they're just a couple of old sweethearts.
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Dec 16 1948 "Lansing Parley Was Party Instead, In Honor of Lindquist's Birthday"
NEWS ARTICLE Iron River Reporter Oct 3 1941 "Lindquist Leaves" to go to Lansing
OBITUARY of Walter Lindquist 2004 says Carl Lindquist was his brother.
OBITUARY of Sylvia Lindquist 1997 says she married Carl Lindquist Aug 21 1929 and the couple made their home at Sunset Lake. He preceded her in death on March 9 1993.
OBITUARY of Aldo Gottfred Lindquist 1922 says Carl of Sunset Lake is his son. Probably born in Norway, Michigan.
INFORMATION FROM ACQUAINTANCE Edith Johnson Avise says she was 6th grade student of Sylvia Peterson at Bates Mine School when Carl Lindquist courted her. He was dairy farmer who later became a member of state legislature. Shy person & would flush red when students would ogle him when he came to pick her up at school.
INFORMATION FROM WAYNE OHLSSON at www.rootsweb.com says Carl was his Godfather/Gudfar. Carl was also a 1st cousin to the famous Swedish author Wilhelm Moberg.
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