WAKEFIELD
Gogebic County
1922: A steel tower was erected. ( Biennial Report - The Department of Conservation - 1922)
January 23, 1925: "The fire tower at Wakefield is considered the best point in this part of the country to observe the eclipse for the reason that the air is apt to be free from smoke and the tower is situated on a high point where a clear view of the horizon may be obtained." (Ironwood Daily Globe)
September 17, 1927: "W. A. James in charge of the Wakefield fire tower northwest of the city has received word from the United States department of agriculture that a set of meteorological instruments have been shipped to him for use on the Wakefield tower. m Other sets have been shipped to Mollen and Sidnow in this district.
These instruments are to be used by the local towerman for the purpose of giving a forecast of the weather at least four days in advance and will be a great convenience to the members of the local conservation forces Mr. James stated that readings will be taken three times a day, at 8 o'clock, noon and at 5 o'clock in the evening. Not only will this forecast be an aid to the conservation forces, but will be a great aid to the cities and towns on the Gogebic range. Mr. James has advised us that he will furnish these forecasts for daily publication in this paper." (Ironwood Daily Globe)
May 16, 1928: "J. J. Rummel, who last week was appointed temporary towerman on the fire tower northwest of the city in Wakefield township, in place of John Trudgeon, resigned, this week received a permanent appointment for the position. He will remain on duty at this tower until Nov. 1." (Ironwood Daily Globe)
August 29, 1930: "J. J. Rummel, pioneer resident of this city, who has been employed as towerman on the state fire tower northwest of the city, is reported to be in serious condition. Mr. Rummel was stricken with an attack of paralysis." (The Escanaba Daily Press)