VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13, 2013
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LIFESTYLE Area banks participate in America Saves Week
Eagle River celebrates centenarian ___________
Area banks and credit unions have teamed up to celebrate America Saves Week by offering special incentives, events and education to help families save money. America Saves Week, a national event in which hundreds of groups across the country are encouraging employees, members, students and the public to reassess and improve spending and savings habits in order to build wealth, instead of contributing to their debt. “Economic conditions of recent years have provided a wake-up call for many families. They are realizing the importance of financial stability through better budgeting, spending and saving behavior,” said Corrine Michniak, executive director of Northwoods Saves. “It’s easier to weather hard times when you have a financial cushion.” Northwoods Saves is coordinating the campaign throughout Forest, Lincoln, Oneida, and Vilas counties and banks and credit unions have committed to participate. Residents can participate by opening or adding to savings accounts, or otherwise take advantage of savings opportunities. Marketing efforts are expected to reach more than 240,000 Americans during the month of February through print, radio and television. Since 2004, more than 4,000 people have enrolled as America Northwoods Savers and nearly $2.5 million have been deposited as a result of America Saves Week. Residents can take advantage of other incentives, prizes and contests as determined by each branch by visiting these participating banks and credit unions: In Eagle River, participating establishments are: BMO Harris Bank, First National Bank of Eagle River, MidWisconsin Bank, Ripco Credit Union, and River Valley Bank. Participating establishments in Minocqua/Woodruff include: BMO Harris Bank,
BY NICHOLAS FARRELL SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-REVIEW
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For many people who know Emerson Farrell, the mere mention of his name conjures images of a largerthan-life cowboy type who was seemingly ripped straight out of the Old West. From entertaining onlookers as a young man by shooting holes in pennies tossed carelessly over his shoulder to firing his pistol out of both windows of his car in downtown Eagle River to celebrate the birth of his son, the legendary stories of his life appear endless and paint a picture of a man who apparently lived a life that could rival any American folktale. However, behind the stories of marksmanship and ruggedness is a modest country gentleman who continues to pray daily and loves nothing more than to simply sit and visit with people. Eagle River’s newest centenarian has enjoyed a life filled with rich experiences over the past 100 years. Emerson Farrell came to the Eagle River area as a very young boy in a family of eight children. Like most at the time, his family were quite poor and had to rely upon what little work was available.
EMERSON FARRELL
Helping Emerson Farrell celebrate his 100th birthday are his grandchildren, from left, Kel-
Though Eagle River was predominantly a logging town at the time, Emerson and his brothers were able to find work caddying at a local golf course (now Lake Forest Golf Course). As a young man, he developed a fascination with and talent for shooting guns, and his gun-handling abilities became quickly known to most, including many patrons at the golf course. Emerson still recalls being handpicked by the mayor of Chicago to caddy for him and his friends due to his comfort being around guns. According to Emerson, the mayor’s top bodyguard would hand him his gun and say, “If anything happens, you know what to do, Farrell.” During the Great Depression years, he and his friends “bummed” rides on freight trains out to South Dakota where he would work through the harvest season in hopes of saving enough money to get through the winter.
lie Farrell Peters, Beau Farrell, Emerson, and Nicholas Farrell. —Contributed Photo
Emerson has to chuckle nowadays at commercials featuring “fancy mattresses,” remarking that he “used to sleep real well on a boxcar floor.” The rides back and forth between South Dakota and Wisconsin afforded him with many opportunities to meet new people with many interesting stories, an activity that Emerson enjoys greatly to this day. At a Halloween dance in 1936, Emerson met Lenore “Dolly” Croker. Through some reportedly intricate dancing that included walking on his hands (and likely a good deal of fortune), he was able to woo Dolly and married her one year later. Emerson remembers their honeymoon consisting of a ride up to the Gateway Lodge in their ’33 Chevy Coup where they split a sandwich and drank a beer. The couple would remain married for 75 years before Dolly’s passing in June 2012. They raised two children, Sherry and
Michael, and later welcomed grandchildren Kellie, Beau and Nicholas. Together they played active roles in the community, including serving for the local Historical Society and becoming owners of a jewelry shop downtown. The biography of Emerson Farrell continues to grow 100 years after his birth. He still drives into Eagle River nearly every day where he can be found enjoying a mid-morning meal a local café or picking up a few things from his favorite store. The excitement may have slowed down for him. Days of sharp shooting and trainjumping are long since passed. Horse-drawn sleighs and handwritten letters have been phased out by Smart Cars and Facebook. But despite the environmental changes, Emerson Farrell’s passion for enjoying each day of life remains unwavering. What an example for others to follow in these times.
Retired teachers set meeting in Rhinelander
Tijan’s TWELVE PINES
Rhinelander Area Retired Educators will meet Wednesday, Feb. 13, at noon at the Best Western Claridge Motor Inn on Stevens Street. Mark Maniot from Wild Instinct, a facility specializing in wildlife rehabilitation, will present the program “What we can do for the Northwoods.” All retired educators living in Rhinelander and the surrounding area are welcomed to attend the presentation. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Natalie Obey at (715) 3695582.
FULL MENU, NIGHTLY SPECIALS Feb. Treat your loved one to our Valentine’s Day Special
Nightly Tues. thru Sat. (715) 479-7182
www.bucktale.com
(2 miles on Hwy. 70 west of Eagle River)
OPEN TUES.-SAT. AT 4 P.M. SERVING FROM 4:30 P.M.
New York Strip & Crab Leg Dinner DRINK SPECIALS ALSO AVAILABLE
Sweetheart Seafood Specials
9035 Hwy. H, Eagle River
PIT STOP #43
MICHELIN • MASTERCRAFT • UNIROYAL • DUNLOP • BRIDGESTONE
Hours: Sun.-Thurs. open at 5 p.m., Fri. & Sat. open at 4 p.m.
PRIME CHOICE MEAT MARKET
AUTO REPAIR & TIRES SHOW YOU CARE Buy your sweetheart some love this Valentine’s Day! 3988 COUNTY E (500' EAST OF HWY. 45), LAND O’ LAKES, WIS.
Open Mon.-Fri. 8-5; Sat. 8 - noon
715-547-3366
OFFICIAL DEALER
• BRIDGESTONE • GENERAL • GOODRICH • MICHELIN • MASTERCRAFT
PLATTEVILLE — Megan Levande of Eagle River, graduated in Dec. 2012 from UWPlatteville, with a degree in Social Science. MICHIGAN — Evan Weber of Eagle River and William Decker of Phelps were named to the dean’s list at Northern Michigan University for the fall 2012 semester.
~ Nightly Specials ~ Dinner Menu
Famous Homemade Pizza • Ribs • Chicken • Fish
• DUNLOP • BRIDGESTONE • GENERAL • GOODRICH • GOODYEAR • MICHELIN • MASTERCRAFT
Open: Thursday thru Sunday, Feb. 7-10, 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, Thursday thru Sunday, Feb. 14-17, 5 to 9 p.m.
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❤ ❤ ❤ Valentine Features Plus Full Menu
Thurs., Feb. 14 thru Sun., Feb. 17 Tuesday - GIRLS NIGHT OUT (men also welcome) 1/2 PRICE WINES, FOOD SPECIALS & PRIZE DRAWINGS Thursday - MEXICAN NIGHT & FULL MENU Friday - FISH FRY 219 N. Railroad St. (by the bridge next to the Visitors Center) Eagle River
www.riverstonerestaurant.com
715-479-4456
HANDICAP-ACCESSIBLE WEST ENTRANCE ELEVATOR
Your Hometown “Old-Fashioned” Butcher Shop
Valentine’s Day Specials STARTING FEB. 11
Steak Lovers See Here! USDA Top Choice
ON CAMPUS
Bucktale Inn
On Beautiful Catfish Lake 3635 Townline Rd., Eagle River, Wis. • 715-479-4734
CESA to offer training course Cooperative Education Service Agency 9 (CESA 9) in Tomahawk will offer substitute teacher training Monday, and Tuesday March 4 and 5. Individuals with a bachelor’s degree and who successfully complete this training are eligible to apply for a substitute teacher permit. For more information, contact Jean Hill at (715) 4532141 or visit cesa9.k12.wi.us.
“Where Good Friends Meet!”
RESTAURANT - BAR
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MidWisconsin Bank, and Park City Credit Union. In Phelps the participating party is First National Bank of Eagle River. In St. Germain, participating banks are: BMO Harris Bank and First National Bank of Eagle River In Three Lakes, BMO Harris Bank and First National Bank of Eagle River both support America Saves Weeks. In addition to saving money for personal financial goals, individuals may be eligible to win a Penny the Pig Piggy Bank by making a deposit to a new or existing account or by filling out the confidential Northwoods Saves entry/enrollment form. Members who complete the form will receive financial tips via monthly email and quarterly newsletter by mail. In addition, Northwoods Saves is a financial education program that offers counseling services to enrolled savers. Northwoods Saves is available to present workshops at businesses and organizations for a small fee, offering a prepurchase home buyer education class designed to save prospective homeowners thousands of dollars. “We can show you how to spend less as well,” said Corrine Michniak. “If you are not using our Goodsearch toolbar, you are spending more than is necessary. Go to goodsearch.com and choose Northwoods Saves to download our customized toolbar. Every time you shop, a toolbar drop-down menu reveals a comprehensive list of coupon and discount codes without having to leave your web page. At no additional cost, a portion of your purchase is donated to Northwoods Saves and when you browse, a penny is donated to Northwoods Saves.” Northwoods Saves services are made possible, in part, by CoVantage Credit Union, the Northwoods United Way, River Valley Bank, Ripco Credit Union, Tomahawk Community Bank and Wisconsin Public Service.
Ribeye ......................... USDA Top Choice
Tenderloin ..............
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at
ON NORTH TWIN LAKE
VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALS!
ON DUCK LAKE
1299 $ 99 21
THURSDAY THRU SATURDAY
$
LB.
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SATURDAY HAM SPECIAL 1 lb. honey and brown sugar $ pit ham, 4 bakery kaiser rolls
599
(715) 479-8467
Food & Drink Specials Kitchen Is Open Late Daily/nightly specials, homemade soups, pizza, chili, broasted chicken & much more!
DJ Saturday Nights, Feb. 9 & 16 7 TVs to watch your favorite sports!
Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Closed Sundays
2010 Hwy. 45 North, Eagle River (715) 479-4872
1144 Hwy. 45 South, Eagle River
Located just north of the Derby Track
Complimentary Dessert
Surf & Turf 6-oz. Lobster & 8-oz. Filet
with all dinners
FRI., SAT. & SUN., MON. & WED. open at 11 a.m. for Lunch & Dinner ❤ THURSDAY OPEN AT 4 P.M. ❤ FOR DINNER Closed Tues.
2618 Hwy. 17, Phelps, Wis. (715) 545-2515
Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Blue Heron Supper Club & Lounge AT WILD EAGLE LODGE
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Fighting Heart Disease and Stroke
4443 Chain O’ Lakes Rd., Eagle River 715-337-2144 Parking available in the main lodge area by entering through the front lodge entrance
SUPPER CLUB & LOUNGE
Bar open at 4, dinner served 5-9 p.m. Tues.-Sat., closed Sun. & Mon.
evening of love songs with Patti at the piano