LAKEFIELD, MINNESOTA
Circa 1879
The date was July 1, 1879. Mr. Kilen then met with officials of the Southern Minnesota Railroad (later known as the Milwaukee Railroad) an agreement was reached for a side-track on the land. Finally, he hired James E. Palmer to survey and plat the new town site, and by August of 1879, there was much interest and excitement about the new town born on the prairie. For a time, the people in the area called the new town Bethania. However, on September 5, 1879, Anders R. Kilen, the town founder and proprietor, dedicated the new town and called it Lakefield.
LAKEFIELD NEWS & INFORMATION
Newspaper: https://www.lakefieldstandard.com/
Livewire: https://www.lakefieldstandard.com/pageview/viewer/Livewire
Peach: https://www.lakefieldstandard.com/pageview/viewer/Peach
Schools:
Immanuel Lutheran School https://www.immanuellakefield.com/school
Radio KKOJ: https://www.kkoj.com/
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We invite you to come and have a Panther good time at one of our local festivals.
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Where did you buy that? In Lakefield, dontcha know? Whether it’s bargain hunting at a thrift store or strolling through one of our boutiques, you'll find a treasure.
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Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens!
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Unpack your bag and stay in our local B&B, Windmill Hotel, or camp in our local campground.
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This itinerary sends you through an adventurous day in Lakefield with plenty of outdoor recreation.
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