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Carl Smolinski and Men
Photograph of Carl Smolinski, his daughter, his father, Carl Besalke, Julian Strocher, and William Besalke standing in the yard in front of a house.
45lb Catfish
Postcard of Carl and Gust holding a 45lb catfish. The back of the postcard says: "Carl and I caught this fish the 15th of July, and butchered him the 19th of July. It weighed 45lbs. How is that for fish - Gust". The postcard is addressed to Mr.…
Mr. and Mrs. William Besalke - Colorized Photo
Photograph of William and Augusta Besalke standing in front of their house at 1611 E. Locust St., Decatur, IL .
William Besalke Retires from the Wabash Locomotive Shops
Photograph of William Besalke taken on June 14, 1945 when he retired from Wabash locomotive shop after working there for more than 46 years as a blacksmith welder.
Great Grandma Strocher and Grandma Augusta holding Elsie Ruth with Ruth Molin
Photograph of Great Grandma Strocher, Grandma Augusta Besalke, Elise Ruth, and Ruth Molin.