Laughter, Falling Water and Time
Lake Minnetonka, the Eden and most charming spot of all at Minnetonka. Its beauties are known all over this terrestrial sphere. Consists of 40 acres, 30 acres natural park, a dreamland, covered with massive maple, basswood, elm, oak; 10 acres under a high state of cultivation in currants, grapes, strawberries, vegetables. No place in state … Read more
The name Minnesota means ” sky-tinted waters,” and within the limits of the city of Minneapolis may be found more beautiful lakes, streams, and waterfalls than in any other city in the world. In this pamphlet will be found illustrations — both summer and winter views— embracing some of these most charming interurban fairy scenes. … Read more
Bicycling. — Broad, hard streets, good pavements in the business center, a continually increasing mileage of bicycle paths, together with the absence of great elevations and steep gradients, make Minneapolis the ideal place for the bicyclist. To these advantages should be added the fact that the city is charming and in the country around are … Read more
The 63 room Rufus R. Rand mansion in Minnetonka was about half completed when it was destroyed by fire. It was eventually completed and crowned the “Still Pond” estate on 250 acres west of Gray’s Bay. Built at the height of the Great Depression, this amazing French Chateau style house had 14 bedrooms, 13 fireplaces, … Read more