Episode 12: Milo M. Mielke, who retires as principal of Robbinsdale High School after 39 years, arriving in 1929 when enrollment stood at 900 and retiring in 1968 as it surpassed 20,000. The era saw heated debates over school curriculum alongside voter approval of an $11.5 million bond issue. Robbinsdale Historical Society board member Dave West, Class of 1968, shares his memories and we reflect on civic growth in the 60s.

Episode 12: Milo M. Mielke, who retires as principal of Robbinsdale High School after 39 years, arriving in 1929 when enrollment stood at 900 and retiring in 1968 as it surpassed 20,000. The era saw heated debates over school curriculum alongside voter approval of an $11.5 million bond issue. Robbinsdale Historical Society board member Dave West, Class of 1968, shares his memories and we reflect on civic growth in the 60s.

Breaking Ground

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past.


It is the mission of <a href="https://robbinsdale.org/">Robbinsdale Historical Society</a> to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago.
This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd. 
Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders.
Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

History

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past. It is the mission of Robbinsdale Historical Society to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago. This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd. Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders. Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past.


It is the mission of <a href="https://robbinsdale.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Robbinsdale Historical Society</a> to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago.
This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd.&nbsp;
Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders.
Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

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