Duluth’s Krummel family and their Maytag washing machine Paul Lundgren 2 years ago Fifty years ago today Duluth’s Krummel family appeared in a Maytag washing machine advertisement. It was in the Nov. 17, 1972 issue of Life magazine. Below are the magazine cover and a more readable version of the smaller print from the ad. Recommended Links:Woodland School SongExploring Nopeming SanatoriumSelective Focus: Nature’s Winter ArtistryThe Infamous Dr. Thunder paints a mural on the back door of Who’s Bar in Superior