Harriet Blanche Mini Ahlman

Harriette Blanche Minnie Ahlman was born on May 17, 1911, in the rural area of Chisago County, Minnesota, to Emily and John Ahlman.

Blanche, far left.

Fish Lake Lutheran Church - Blanche was baptized here.

Margaret, LaVonne, Ardis and Blanche

Blanche at her confirmation, bottom right.

Two girlfriends and Blanche, their freshman year of Cambridge High School, Cambridge, MN..

Blanche's High School Graduation Photo.

Blanche's High School Diploma.

Senior Photo.

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Blanche became a registered nurse through St. Peter State Hospital School of Nursing and affiliated schools. She was employed as a nurse at Anoka State Hospital, Anoka, MN.

Fun with her fellow nursing students.


Operating Room - Yikes!

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Blanche with her boyfriend Wally Aldolfson. She said he wanted to marry her. She also said she broke up with him because he hit her once. "One time is all it took" she said. Smart woman!

Camping