Wind, Now a Gentle Breeze
A new photo containing much new news. Our President Bill Sebright standing with Susan Wind Simpson on his right and Bob Simpson on his left. We are celebrating their return to the home of their roots. Last visit, 1987, prior visit 1967. Plus this photo was taken on the lower level of the newly restored Loon Lake Historical Society building. A thrilling experience for all involved. Karen Renner Meyer is in the front left. Lorinda and Mike Travis are in the front right.
Bob and Susan Simpson at the LLHS with Lorinda Travis and a priceless Olds family heirloom quilt in the background. This Quilt has a history that is intriguing to say the least. One that only Susan Wind Olds Simpson can do justice to. It will follow in this album.
The incomparable Mae Huffman Fischbach holds a picture of her graduating Class of 1932. It is said to be the largest class to graduate from Clayton High School.
This is the Darrell Russell house in Clayton. It was once a boarding house, and later was owned by the John Costa family.
Mae and Ted Fischbach left Clayton and moved to the big city of Spokane. That was 1938. Mae still lives in this quiet neighborhood, but she misses Clayton even though she moved away amost 70 years ago.
Railroad Avenue, Clayton, WA.
One can't help but wonder how many times it got tipped over on Halloween.
Though these guests are pictured above, this scene gives a much better idea of the size and layout of the Clayton Burger Drive in. Taffy and Randy Long are the proud proprietors of this sparkling clean restaurant which also serves as somewhat of a community center and a meeting place for our CDPHS for which the entire community is deeply grateful.
George Cowan built this barn over 100 years ago.
From the span of the 19th and 20th century and now in the 21st, Wind blood still carries on the tradition and we are hopeful will for many years to come.
Mae Huffman was born and raised in this Clayton home. She lived here until her marriage to Ted Fischbach. They then moved to the neat little home in Spokane as described earlier.
The Simpsons now live in Castle Rock, Colorado. All their children and grandchildren live there as well. It appears the reason for the town name is apparent in this excellent photo.
Fred Wind and Mae Huffman as little tykes probably 1916. 91 years ago and little Mae is still going strong.
The SILHOUETTE. Vickie Wind in 1967 with Loon Lake and Mt. Meredith as the backdrop.
Harry (Toots) Cowan with a crate of Washington apples for Christmas Eve while residing in California. California was a huge attraction to some of the family. Harry later returned to Spokane where he lived until his death in 1989.
Frederick Wind, a 1931 graduate of Clayton High School. Notice the Wash., Brick and Lime water tower in the background.
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The Simpsons returned October 5, 2007. They are thrilled to be revisiting the history Susan so meticulously recorded for future generations. The following is a record of their journey to Stevens County.
Though Susan on the right is the Honored Guest, she was not alone. The Lady on the far left is Mae Huffman Fischbach, Born 1912 in Clayton, WA, to Mr. & Mrs. Charles Huffman and now lives in the same house that she and her new Husband moved into in 1938 on the north side of Spokane. Mae is a lifelong friend of the Wind family. On Mae's right is lifelong Clayton resident Vera Wind Spaulding, cousin to Susan and next to her is Vera's daughter Christina McWade.
From the Left, Pat* and Wally Parker,* Rainy Nord,* Susan Wind Simpson, Warren Nord,* Mae Huffman Fischbach, Vera Wind Spaulding, Bob Simpson, Kathy Bloom Millick, Luella Milner Dow,* Joleen Bloom, Lorraine Milner Ball,* Marilyn Reilly,* Mary Clouse, Fay Reilly,* Don Ball,* Bill Sebright.* The star depicts CDPHS member. Those also attending but not pictured, Mark Wagner* and Eve Dubois.*
Same as the group above with the addition of Christina McWade, front right and Mae Fischbach hidden.
Mark Wagner and Eve du Bois with Wally Lee Parker in the background.
This has been in the Wind family as long as can be remembered and is one of the best kept homes in Clayton. Plus it has an added attraction. See directly below.
This quaint little outhouse still stands out behind the house but this photo was taken in 1974 by Robert Simpson himself. Who else? Bob calls this his "Art Shot" It has true Character.
Mrs. Vera Wind Spaulding. Clayton's reigning Queen.
This charming living room is in the home of Vera Wind Spaulding. Her son George lives near by runs his own farm as well as this wonderful homestead.
Susan's mother, Helen Olds, resided with her parents and sisters in this home on Main Street in Deer Park from 1922 till 1932. Finding the location of this home tested the resolve of Bob and Susan Simpson, but they persevered. This was confirmed by Susan's 98 year old Aunt Ida residing California. Don and Kim Stevens live in the house now.
Mr. Fred Wind and his wife Helen Olds Wind. Taken in 1991 on the shores of Loon Lake with Mt. Meredith looming in the distance. These two are the proud parents of Susan Wind Simpson as shown directly below.
Susan Wind Simpson, family historian and genealogist doing research at the Spokane Library.
Vera Wind and Mae Huffman. Childhood friends. There were tears of joy at the long awaited reunion on this special day.
A little tiny Susan Wind with Grandpa Fred.
The Wind Family is heavily involved in this photo. But Susan Simpson has a surprize. This photo was taken in Lincoln California in 1925 or earlier, Susans Grandfather Fred Wind SR. was employed by Glading McBean and this picture was taken while on a camping trip to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Susans Grandmother Lena Wind sitting next to the driver. Susans Dad Fred Jr. in the middle looking directly at the camera.
And so this very last weekend of June 7th 2008, Ida Olds Norby slipped the arms of her Nieces, Vickie and Susan and went to be with her Loving husband Gay and her many loved ones that left this Earth so many long years ago.
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