The Samuel
S. Speers family built the Cranberry Manor in 1910.
The
Speers were one of the early pioneer families in the Creston Valley,
moving here in 1906, when Samuel opened a mercantile business. Mary
Jane and Samuel had four children, Betty, Harold, Arthur, and Allan.
Samuel was active in the Masonic Lodge, the Shrine Order of Eastern
Star, school and hospital boards, dyking and agriculture, the war
loans committee and the Red Cross. The family was very devoted and
attended St. Stephen’s
Presbyterian Church where Samuel was manager for several years. Mrs.
Speers was a very active member of the church, the Women’s
Missionary Society, and the Ladies Aid. She was also a devoted
member of the Order of Eastern Star. During the war years, she
was actively engaged with the Red Cross War work.
The Speers
home was one of the first to boast indoor plumbing and toilets. All
the members of the Speers family who resided in this grand home have
since passed away.
The
Ramseier family purchased the home and ran a boarding house for many
years. There have been numerous owners since then, each adding their
own personal touch. Now, at last, owners Tracy and Wayne Floer are
restoring the Manor to its former beauty.
They invite you to visit this historical and memorable home. Enjoy your
stay in one of the beautifully restored guest rooms.
