"Progressive Men of Minnesota 1897"

FRANK W. FORCE.

Scattered throughout the state of Minnesota and among the most active forces in the development of the state are graduates of the State University, who have here prepared themselves for some particular branch in business or professional life. Among the number is Dr. Frank W. Force, of Windom, a son of Dr. J. F. Force, president of the Northwestern Life Association of Minneapolis. Frank W. Force was born at Stillwater, New York, February 7, 1868. His family came to Minnesota in 1873. They lived on a farm for two years near Heron Lake, and then moved into town that Frank might obtain the benefits of better school facilities. As a boy he spent his summer vacations working in the hay field and otherwise developing his muscles and strengthening his constitution.

When he was prepared for college he entered Hamline University, but without completing the course there entered the dental department of the State University, from which he graduated June 4, 1891. When he was ready for his professional work he decided to locate at Windom, Minnesota, and has been an active factor in the development of that town ever since. He is at present city recorder and has been active in the promotion of all public enterprises and closely identified with everything which contributed to the growth and prosperity of the city. In addition to his professional work, he is engaged in the drug business and has made a success of it. He is a member of the Order of Odd Fellows, is serving the public as a member of the high school examining board, and has closely identified himself with all the best interests of the city in which he lives. He is a Republican, and secretary of the Republican League Club. His religious connections are with the Methodist Church, and he is a member of the official board of that organization. Dr. Force was married September 27, 1893, to Miss Clara F. Robinson, of Savannah, Illinois. They have one daughter, Margaret, and occupy a leading position in the society of Windom.