Wilfred “Wolf” Habamer, a wolf hunter from Waucedah, poses with three gray wolves in this 1920s to 1930s photograph provided by the Jake Menghini Historical Museum in Norway.

This week’s “Remember when?” was provided by the Jake Menghini Historical Museum in Norway.

In this 1920s to 1930s photograph, Wilfred “Wolf” Habamer, a wolf hunter from Waucedah, poses with three timber wolves.

The image, taken by the Solheim Studio in Norway, was captured in the middle 700 block of Main Street in downtown Norway. The buildings visible in the background stand on the west side of the street. Today, the corner location is home to Luv U More Bridal.

Habamer immigrated from Germany to the United States.

After settling in Waucedah, he quickly became aware of the abundance of wildlife in the area, though he initially didn’t know how to trap.

Determined to learn, Habamer sent away for a book on trapping and developed the skill through study and practice.

He, along with many members of his family, became well-known as accomplished trappers.

Wilfred Habamer Sr. was born in 1872 and died on Feb. 18, 1963. His son, Wilfred Habamer Jr., was born on April 30, 1896, and died on June 30, 1975. Both are buried in the Norway Township Cemetery.

Research information for the photograph was provided by Bert J. Peterson of Norway.

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“Remember when?” appears every Wednesday in The Daily News. Those with suggestions or historical photographs they would like to submit can email Terri Castelaz at tcastelaz@ironmountaindailynews.com.