May 7, 1931  Hennepin Co. Review - Eden Prairie Column

  Our neighboring village of Chanhassen experienced considerable excitement Saturday afternoon
when a lone bandit walked into the Chanhassen State Bank and ordered E.F. Kelm to lie on the
floor while he counted out $820 in cash. He then ordered Mr. Kelm to drive his car until within a
mile from Mpls. where he ordered him to get out. The bandit escaped in the traffic and up tp
Tuesday had not been apprehended.

Aug 29, 1901  Chaska Valley Herald

  Mrs. Carie Nation visited Chanhassen last night but was badly mistaken, for she broke the front
windows of the H.L. Kelm store and thought it was a saloon. Two large stones were thrown
through the front windows about 11 o'clock at night.    

July 28, 1898  Chaska Valley Herald  Chanhassen Column 

  MARRIED - The Social event of the season was the marriage of H.L. Kelm to Rosa Geiser
which event took place here Tuesday, July 19th., Rev. Suitbertus officiating. The contracting
parties are two of the most prominent young people of this vicinity. The bride is the daughter of
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Geiser a young lady very highly esteemed for her pleasing manner and lady like
disposition. Henry is far too well known to speak of his prominence.
  The bride was beautifully attired in a gown of white silk and carried roses & carnations. Her
bridesmaid Miss Sadie Nee also wore white, her flowers were roses. J.M. Geiser brother of the
bride was the best man. After the ceremony the wedding party accompanied by a few relatives and
intimate friends repaired to the home of the brides parents where a repast was served. The newly
married couple have purchased a residence here and will start house keeping as soon as their
honey-moon is over. We join with their numerous friends in wishing them a bright and prosperous
future.

Apr 5, 1894   Chaska Valley Herald

  Frederick Kelm of Chanhassen who has been very ill for several months past with cancer of the
stomach, died on Monday. We hope to be able to get data for an obituary next week.

Apr 12, 1894  Chaska Valley Herald

  DIED- At his home in Chanhassen, on Monday, April 2nd, 1894.
GOTTFRIED KELM, of cancer, aged 68 years.
  As heretofore announced in the columns of the HERALD, deceased has suffered for several
months with cancer of the stomach but has borne his trials patiently, placing his trust in him who
doeth all things for the best and his case death was a welcome messenger. Mr. K., was born in
Germany, Jan. 7th, 1826, settling upon his farm in Carver Co. in the year 1864 and has been one
of best citizens ever since. He was an industrious, honest citizen, kind neighbor, indulgent father
and true Christian, what more can be said in his favor? He leaves an aged widow, four sons and
four daughters all of whom have the deep sympathy of the community in their bereavement.

Nov 14, 1929  Shakopee Argus-Tribune

  Henry L. Kelm, the courteous and capable cashier, is a native of Chanhassen where his life began
Nov. 5, 1869.
  He is the son of Fredrick and Ann Kelm, who were born and reared in Germany and came to the
United States in 1861 or 1862. At first they located in the copper mining region in Michigan,
where the father worked in the mines. in 1865 they became residents of Minn., making their home
in Carver Co. near the village of Chanhassen, where the father, by industry, thrift and good
management became the owner of two farms, both of which he cultivated.