| 1900 |
| A Stave Mill is Built in Ladysmith |
 Seeking new sources of wood, Charles Smith buys timberland and builds a stave mill in what is now known as Ladysmith, Wisconsin. The town was named Ladysmith, in honor of Charles' new wife, Isabel. |
| 1903 |
| Timberlands are Acquired |
 Realizing western timberlands are selling at incredibly low prices, Charles begins acquiring land and timber rights in northern Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Saskatchewan, Canada. This expansion of timber resources proves to be a wise idea. These beginnings would eventually develop and become the Forest Products Group of Menasha Corporation. |
| 1904 |
| A Sawmill in Oregon is Acquired |
| The company acquires a large sawmill near Empire, Oregon--one of the first in that state. |
| 1905 |
| Charles Purchases Oversized Circus Boxcars |
 Charles purchases oversized circus boxcars to ship barrels and tubs. The boxcars become a familiar sight, bringing the company and its products to the attention of the public. |
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