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Table of Contents

Dedication

Message from Mayor

Foreward

History of Carson, 1910-1960 2

History of Carson, 1960-1985 3

Business & Organizations — SEE INDEX 4^'°°

Carson Family Histories — SEE INDEX

Carson Graduates 40-41 54 Rodeo

Service People 56"59 _. . 60-72 Chronology

Memories of Brisbane 72-73

Memories of Lark — SEE INDEX 73

Leith — SEE INDEX 16-85

Shields — SEE INDEX 85"89 Contributors 90

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North Dakota State Library 804 E 8oulevard Avenue 8iMnarcK, ND 53505-0800 Index BUSINESS & ORGANIZATIONS American Legion 48 Elmer's Rock Shop 42 Balliet Trucking 45 Grant County Abstract Company 45 Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church 50 Grant County ASCS 50 Bethel Orthodox Missionary Society 50 Grant County Historical Society 47 Birthday Club 48 Grant County Officials 51 Birthday Gals Whist Club 49 Grant County Soil Conservation 48 Carson Ambulance 47 Grant County State Bank 46 Carson Commercial Club 51 Grant County Veterinary Service 47 Carson Development Association 49 Krause's Super Valu 44 Carson Farmers Union 42 Millers Implement Bowling Team 49 Carson FFA 44 New Court House 51 Carson FHA 48 Northwesten Bell Telephone •. 42-43 Carson Homemakers Club 48 Our Community Homemakers Club 48 Carson Homemakers Club 50 PCA 46 Carson Manor 45 Rodeo 52 Carson Meals Program 45 Roosevelt Public School 44 Carson Park 45 Senior Citizens 49 Carson Pharmacy 44 Souvenir Committee 49 Carson Press 43 Trinity Lutheran Church 88 Carson Womens Club 50 Wagner's Rock Shop 44 City Officials 46 Whist Club 49 Dakota Oak Cabinet Shop 43 CARSON FAMILIES Allen, Paul 12 Erickson, Ervin 15 Kuntz, Tom 19 Altman, Clifford 12 Ferguson, Delbert 25 Lane, Vernon 21 Alver, Wm 7 Finck, Emil 13 Loeffler, Oscar 38 Backes, Casey 28 Finck, Elmer 38 Massey, Lloyd 19 Bahm, Allen 18 Fuchs, John 23 McDowall, Tom R 38 Balliet, Don 8 Fuchs, Bruce & Ricky 37 McDowall, Gene II 16 Balliet, Phil Jr 26 Fuchs, Philip 18 McDowall, Giles 30 Balliet, Rollin 4 Gomke, Robert 17 McDowall, Giles E 33 Bay, Steve 11 Haberstroh, Herbert 28 McVay, Dwight 18 Bay, Edmund 15 Handegard, Lars 20 Metz, Ervin 22 Bay, John 39 Harmon, Roger 30 Miller, Norman 25 Bay, Reinhart 39 Hartman, S. W 21 Morrell, Martin 10 Bay, Pauline 39 Hartman, Joe 35 Morrell, Lawrence 10 Bay, Richard 39 Hauge, Ardath 23 Moos, Leonard 34 Bay Family 39 Hauge, Jerry 14 Moos, Peter 26 Berdahl, Orley 22 Hauge, Tom 33 Nagel, Peter 4 Bertch, Jim 31 Heil, Michael 35 Nicklaus, Gottlieb 19 Besser, Bernard 30 Heinitz, Alex 11 Nuss, Art 30 Botten, Alfred 12 Heinz, Gene 13 Ochoxner, Edward 20 Bohrer, Norman 11 Heinz, John 23 Pathmann, Llewellyn 17 Bonogofsky, Jim 27 Henke, Ludwig 9 Pittsley, Ernest 32 Bohn, Walter Sr 21 Hertz, Jan 20 Raeshke, Art 37 Brinkman, Don 36 Hertz, Joe 32 Riehl, Brad 26 Brinkman, George 14 Hinderer, Larry 31 Riehl, John 24 Brinkman, Ray 30 Hoerner, Gerald 31 Riehl, Lawrence 25 Braun, Joe 9 Huber, Herbert 17 Rodgers, Jim 20 Chase, Ralph E 11 Huber, Walter 4 Roesler, Otto 33 Cline, Tom 14 Jacobs, John 6 Ruemmele, Frank 24 Cofer, Gordon 27 Johnson, Clarence 16 Ruscheinsky, Max 29 Dawson, Wendal 35 Johnson, Edwin 18 Ruscheinsky, Ralph 29 Danzeisen, Ernest 21 Johnson, Dennis 40 Ruscheinsky, Roger 31 Diehl, Darwin 27 Johnson, Everett 6 Sauter, Christian 39 Diehl, Henry 29 Klein, Andy 33 Sauter, Henry 5 Diehl, Theo 18 Koenig, Ted 14 Sauter, Jacob 5 Diehl, Ruben 4 Koenig, Mark 34 Sauter, Jacob J 6 Deichert, Nicholas 26 Kraft, Dick 34 Schatz, Pete 17 Dirk, Joe 16 Kranich, Arthur 9 Scheerer, August 25 Eggers, A. H 28 Krause, Harold 32 Scholes, Dean 8 Emter, Larry 4 Kuntz, Tony 33 Schriock, Godfrey 19 Index

CARSON FAMILIES

Schriber, Goldie 9 Steinley Bros 12 Wahl, Orville 5 Schock, Clarence 81 Steinmetz, Gale 10 Wells, Carroll 16 Schubert, Barbara 39 Steinley Family 7 Wells, Gene 24 Sick, Wesley 7 Strand, Wayne 12 Werner, Harlan 36 Skretteberg, Morville 14 Striegel, John 22 Werner, Donald 24 Spangenberger, Otto 15 Strom, Dale 27 Werner, Henry J 37 Sokolofsky, Walter 28 Stevahn, Reinhold 34 Wheeler, Benjamin 7 Sokolofsky, David 31 Stevenson, John 36 Wohlman, John 13 Sokolofsky, Doug 8 Streifel, James 38 Zeller, Donald 36 Sokolofsky, Randy 39 Traxel, John 34 Zeller, John 15 Sokolofsky, David W 20 Udell, Glenn 29 Zeller, Julius 23 Sondag, Jerome 35 Voll, Ferdinand 28 Zenker, William 37 Sorby, Steven 8 Wagner, John 13 Zimmerman, Ruben 15 Zimmerman, Theodore 35

LARK

Memories of Lark 73 Lark Orthodox Church 76 Weekes, Arthur Jr 73 Grimm, Ted 75 Miller, Ray 74 Werner, Charles H 75 Johnson, Geo. A 74 Peter, Ernest 74 Werner, Irvin 75 Hlavinka, John 76 Weekes, Arthur 73 Whiteman, Don 75

LEITH

Leith 76-85 Emch, Frank' P 79 Sept, Fred 80 American Legion 81 Emch, Nicholas 79 Striegel, Duane 85 Arndt, Carl 82 Emch, Ora 79 Teker, Lester 78 Bentz, Erhardt 82 Emch, Roy C 78 Teker, Warren 83 Bentz, Jake 78 Johnson, Howard 80 Theurer, Myron 79 Binstock, Joseph 77 Jones, David E 85 Zeller, Albert J 83 Cook, Walter 79 Kamrath, Roswell 81 Zeller, Albert G 84 Emch, Bert 79 Kamrath, William 79 Zeller, Clifford 77 Emch, Carlton 78 Kauffman, Roy 84 Zeller, Carl 83 Emch, Charles 78 Latuseck, John 84 Zeller, Henry 84 Emch, Donald E 79 Neher, Elsie 84 Zeller, Gottlieb Sr 83 Emch, Edith 78 Schleve, Milton 81 Zeller, Julius S 80 Schock, Clarence 82 Zeller, Melvin C 80

SHIELDS

Shields 85-89 Leintz, Mike 89 Ternes, Barney 86 Buelling, Lynn 89 McDowall, Tom 89 Ternes, Bernard 88 Fergel, Frank 87 Miller, John 88 Ternes, Marty 84 Kraft, Gerard 88 Riehl, Emil 87 Umber, George 87 Leintz, Adam 89 Riehl, Eugene 88 Volk, Michael 87 Leintz, Felix 89 Schaff, Marty 89 Weinhandl, Michael 88 This 75th Anniversary Book is sponsored by the Diamond Jubilee Committee, compiled by the Diamond Jubilee Book Committee and financed by the Carson Commercial Club and the contributors that are listed elsewhere in this book. Jubilee Committee Harold Krause and Iola Ruscheinsky - Chairpersons Pat Johnson - Secretary Kay Kraft - Treasurer Publicity - Harold Krause and Everett Johnson Book Committee - Karen Stevenson, Chm., Mildred Ochoxner, Art Raeshke, Delbert Ferguson, Harold Krause, Esther Erickson, Mary Ruemmele and Irene Wentlandt. Souvenir Committee - Pat Johnson, Andy Klein and Iola Ruscheinsky. Registration Committee - (Senior Citizens) Lenora Raeshke, Chairman. Parade - Ken Diehl, Chm. Housing and Camping - Herb Huber and Dawn Hanson. Historical - Mr. and Mrs. Myron Theurer. Foods - Donna Balliet, Chairman. School Reunion - Reuben Zeller, Iola Ruscheinsky and Audrey Diehl. Activities Committees Brother of the Brush - Carson Lions Club. Sisters of the Swish & Style Show - Our Community and Carson Homemakers. King and Queen Contest - Carson Womens Club. All Faith Service Pastor Charles A. Maxfield Pastor James L. Peterson Father Sebastian Eltolil The 1985 Diamond Jubilee has had many committees and helpers to make this celebration a success. We have tried to make this Jubilee and School Reunion a very memorable affair, so if any mistakes or omissions have occurred, please accept our apologies as we have done the best of our ability with the material that was presented to the committee. This 75th Anniversary Book is a Supplement to the 50th Anniversary Book; a continuation from 1960 to 1985. Printed by the Carson Press - Duane and Gail Schatz, Owners and Publishers. DEDICATION This book is dedicated to the Pioneers and the tion of ours — U.S.A., so that we may enjoy our ones, who came after them who suffered hardships, and heritage. It is especially dedicated to those who gave endured with great courage, work and aggressiveness. their lives while serving in the Armed Forces to preserve This book is also dedicated to those who served in the the enjoyment of this generation and the generation to Armed Forces during World War I and II, the Korean follow. Conflict and Vietnam to preserve this grand na­

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The community welcomes the many people whose an extension of the efforts of our pioneer leaders. perseverance and hard work has made this community The community continues to expand and grow with what it is today. The pioneers who settled this land and the idea of making this area the best place to live and are the backbone of our community would be very pro­ raise our children. We are proud of our ac­ ud of the accomplishments that have been made here. complishments in the past and we look forward to the We are just as proud of our parents and grandparents future with great anticipation. accomplishments. We thank them for the opportunity We hope that everyone has a great time and that to continue to live and prosper because of their fine ef­ many old acquaintances are renewed. We look forward forts to make this community a great place to live. We to this 75th Jubilee as a remembrance of the past and honor these, hardy pioneers and reflect on the many a commitment for the future. hard times that they endured for our benefit. Their presence is still felt by community members as well as those who visit our community. The friendliness and Richard Miller, Mayor community spirit that is displayed in our town is only City of Carson

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JUBLIEE BOOK COMMITTEE Back row, left to right: Arthur Raeshke, Irene Wentlandt and Karen Stevenson. Front row: Delbert Ferguson, Mary Ruemmele, Mildred Ochoxner and Esther Erickson. It is with apologies that we present this Diamond Jubilee We received excellent cooperation and help from many Book. We realize that it may have inaccuracies, errors and in fine people to whom we extend our thanks and which was many instances not complete. greatly appreciated. We especially want to thank all our resear­ Many of our citizens, their happenings and their pictures chers and the ladies who did the typing. are not mentioned in this book but should have been. Exten­ We feel we have done as well as we could within the limita­ sive advertising was done to obtain information. Some folks tions of time and limitations of our capacities. responded but many did not. HISTORY, 1910-1960 Carson, county seat of Grant County, is a thriving and pro­ former is now located on the corner of Main Street in Carson sperous village of 500 inhabitants, located on the Northern and is occupied by Carson Cafe. The old home of the Press Pacific railway, in the center of a remarkably fine agricultural is now occupied as a residence by Emma Zeller. The store region. In no city of its size on the Slope will you find better building and contents which were located at Old Carson were schools, more energetic citizens or a higher degree of civic taken to Leith, providing that settlement with its first mercan­ pride. Carson is synonymous with enterprise and tile establishment, operated by E. E. Carter. progressiveness. The nucleus thus formed at Carson began to expand, and It was indeed an eventful day in August when the railway today this little city is one which needs to offer no excuses was completed and the first rain came in. Only fifty years ago to any fifty-year-old which has not experienced a spontaneous — but what remarkable changes have transpired in our town boom. Its growth has been steady and sure. and contiguous territory! About two months after the first Carson has the strongest bank in the county, the largest locomotive arrived in this embryonic city, occured another grocery store in the county, a hardware store, implement memorable event — the railroad station was completed — Oc­ dealer, a modern locker plant, drugstore, garage, modern tober 1st, 1910. restaurant, hotel, lumber yard, blacksmith shop, four service Orginially, there were two towns — designated as North stations, auto mechanics, cream station, the only new spacious Carson and Old Carson. The latter boasted of a store, postof- theatre operating in the county, an ambitious livestock dealer, fice and coal mine, and was located on what was known as two bulk oil stations, a modern dial Bell Telephone system the Carter coal mine and ranch, about one mile south of the serves the city and rural area, two attorneys, an abstract of­ present site of Carson, and two miles north of this settlement fice, barber shop, two up to date bars, the official county paper, was the other twin Carson, struggling for supremacy. North a mill and two grain elevators, plus a new G.T.A. grain elevator Carson originated in the fall of 1907 when the farmers incor­ and a modern trailer park with all modern facilities. porated and started to build a creamery, completing it the The streets were recently oiled and a new white way following spring. In the summer of 1908 came A. E. Peter­ replaced the old street lights. A tourist park is maintained for son, who added dignity and boost by establishing the Carson picnics and over night stays of the traveling public. Press. A meat market was next supplied by Christ Kuest. A Carson is the center of the recently enlarged consolidated succeeding addition, and probably the most important, was school district, and a $150,000 gym and vocational ag. addi­ the Carson Mercantile Company, incorporated by A. E. Peter­ tion was just completed. Eight school buses bring the children son, R. E. Peterson and H. H. Camp, and the erection of a struc­ to school from the surrounding districts. ture to shelter the new venture. Two rural routes supply the country districts with daily The town of Carson derived its name by appropriating the mail service. Three wells supply the city with more than suffi­ first syllable from "Carter" and annexing the third syllable of cient and the best water in the state of North Dakota. "Peterson". Vincent Muggli now owns and farms the former Carson is situated on a modern paved state highway go­ Carter Ranch, also known as the A. A. Anderson farm. ing east and west, and as federal farm to market roads going Doubtless to many of the pioneers, when memory goes north and south of town. gleaming in the silent fields of the past, it seems but yesterday We have a live wire commerical club that works for the that they hauled their grain 40 to 50 miles to a market on the benefit of the town and surrounding community. A modern main line of the Northern Pacific, or, if more convenient, to fire department, an active American Legion and Legion Aux­ the Milwaukee to the south. Today markets are easily accessi­ iliary, boy scout club, P.T.A., two homemakers clubs, plus ble, and elevators are numerous on two railroads in Grant many other social organizations. County. The Grant County Fair with ample grounds and buildings In the early "cow days", Frank C. Carter, David Pederson holds its annual three day event in Carson. This gives the 4-H and Simon Pederson (formerly of Leith) held a mass meeting clubs, farmers, ranchers, and homemakers the opportunity to and decided that a postoffice was necessary, as the nearest exhibit their prime and registered stocks, grains, garden ex­ place to get mail was Janesburg on the Cannon Ball river (now hibits, canned foods and sewing. The parade, 4-H sale, car­ discontinued). After much discussion on the question of a nival, rodeo, baseball games and exhibits plus the Crowning suitable name, the name Carson was selected as related in the of Miss Grant County furnishes three days of worthwhile educa­ above paragraph. "Zelma" was presented as second choice for tion and entertainment. a name in case "Carson" was not accepted. Zelma was the The spiritual needs of the community are well served by name of a daughter of John Erickson, one of the old ranchers two Presbyterian churches, two Lutheran churches, a Con­ here. The name Carson prevailed, however. David Pederson gregational church and by the new modern Catholic church. was the first postmaster at Carson, after which F. C. Carter During the last fiscal year the local grain elevators ship­ held the position until the office was moved to its present ped out 180 cars of grain and J. C. Stevenson shipped out ap­ location. proximately 120 cars of cattle to eastern markets plus all the The arrival of the railroad brought about a merger of the unaccountable truckloads of cattle and hogs trucked out to two towns. The postoffice was moved to the present village. nearby salesrings. Grant County helps to feed the world. North Carson contributed by moving the Mercantile com­ — J.C. Bell, Ferguson, Raeshke. pany's building and the one which housed the Press. The HISTORY, 1960 - 1985

The town of Carson has changed in many ways since the very modern building into which the county offices moved into history on page 2 was written. in 1980. A new county maintenance building was also For instance, the Hotel mentioned is now the property constructed. of the Grant County Historical Society with plans to make it A veterinary clinic was built by Tom Cline, a new "Our a museum. In 1977, the El Rancho, a fine new motel with ten Own Hardware" by Hertz Brothers and Western Cable TV came units and three apartments was built by Wilmer Zenker. to Carson. A new Grant County Jail and sheriff residence was built The 60 x 100 foot building constructed by Wilmer Zenker, in 1964 and a new Laundramat was opened by Anne Loeffler known as the "Longbranch" housing the steak house, cafe and in that year. Our fine new High School was dedicated in 1965. lounge, has had several operators and is currently owned and The following years found us with a new Bank building, operated by George Bohn. a 4-unit Senior Citizens Housing Complex, a new Farmers There are many beautiful new homes built in Carson in Union Building and a Horseshoe Court. the past few years. The City Park was much improved by a The Grant County Fair Grounds has expanded with two grant in 1983. The sewage system has been enlarged and we fine new buildings for the 4-H and Homemakers exhibits. There have a bountiful supply of the best water in North Dakota. is also the newest and finest rodeo grounds in the state located Every town has its amusement centers or bars and at the at the Fair Grounds. It was dedicated to J.C. Stevenson and present we time we have three. In 1984 a 6-lane bowling alley George Brinkman in 1983, two men who had done so much and recreation center was built by the Bohn Enterprises, which work promoting the rodeo. is another credit for the town of Carson. In 1970 Carson got new sidewalks on main street and 1984 found Mitchell and Bruce Bohn purchasing the lights were installed at the athletic field. The Carson Pioneers Krause Super Valu Store and building a new Carson Super was organized with Ernest Peters as their first president. A kit­ Valu Store and a clothing and gift store with a pharmacy. A chen and dining area was completed by the Carson Pioneers new cabinet shop "Dakota Oaks" was opened by Dick Kraft in the basement of the Legion Hall. and the Farmers Union GTA was sold to Southwest Grain 1973 and 1974 saw the city garbage collection started Cooperative of Gladstone, ND. Carson also has two trailer and the purchase of an ambulance in the name of George Fran­ courts and three low income houses. cis, Carson banker. Many of the pioneers mentioned in this book and the Since then many other new additions, mentioned here will previous book are now retired and enjoy the activities of the be elaborated on later in this book, namely the Horseshoe Carson Pioneers and the Meals Program. Some are active Court, Tennis Court, Improved Park, etc. bowlers and take part in church, school and civic affairs. We also have a new P.C.A. building, SCS building, new The friendly town of Carson has made many new im­ fire hall and community center, an upholstery shop, D & G provements in the past 25 years and may the next 25 years Auto Parts store, a cement plant and a 10-unit housing com­ continue to improve, making it one of the most enjoyable com­ plex for Senior Citizens. munities to live in. In 1978 the Grant County Courthouse burned to the — by Diamond Jubilee Book Committee ground. The 60 year old structure was replaced by a new and WALTER HCIBER FAMILY MR. AND MRS. ROLLIN BALLIET Walter Huber was Rollin Balliet was born July 5, 1922 at the second youngest Carson to August of a family of four­ and Lydia (Horst) teen. He was born Huber. September 30,1919 Ethel Huber was northwest of Carson. born May 6, 1926 at He married Agnes Elgin to Harry and Ulrich from north of Lydia Steinley. They Heil in Anaconda, were married Oct. Montana in 1941. 15, 1945 at St. They lived on the John's Lutheran Balliet farm nor­ Church north of Heil thwest of Carson un- N.D. Walter „ ,, , . til 1955, at which Walter and Ethel graduated in 1941 Rollin and Aqnes ., . . from Carson High School and has farmed and raised cat­ ° time they moved to tle — first with his father — then he bought the family Carson. farm. Rollin was employed in construction work for They have two children: a daughter, married and several years and later as a soil engineer in Bismarck. lives in Bismarck and a son, married and lives in Rollin loved small town life - keeping the home in Car­ Jamestown. They also have two granddaughters. son even though he worked in Bismarck. They had three On July 4, 1978 a tornado hit the farm and com­ sons: Allen, Bruce, and Terry. Allen, the oldest lives in pletely destroyed all of the buildings and personal Bismarck. He married Eileen Mortenson from Carson belongings. The farm and farm home have been com­ and they have two sons. Bruce married Darlene Rivinius pletely rebuilt. and they also live in Bismarck with two daughters. Terry We are thankful to God for saving our lives, for the lives in Carson. friends and a community that gave us help and support Rollin passed away March 12, 1978 at the age of after such a tragedy. 58. Agnes passed away July 26, 1983 at the age of 62. Mr. and Mrs. Huber are active members of St. John's Lutheran Church in Carson. MR. AND MRS. PETER NAGEL MR. AND MRS. RUBEN B. DIEHL Peter Nagel, son of Ruben B. Diehl George and was born here in Car­ Elizabeth Kuntz son at the home Nagel, was born in place May 28, 1913 Lemmon, S.D. on to Henry and February 10, 1912 Frederika Diehl. and grew up on a Delores F. Bellon farm south of Diehl was born in Raleigh, N.D. On Oc­ Elgin, N.D. May 24, tober 17, 1933, he 1919 to Jacob and was united in mar­ Ottilia Moos Bellon. riage to Theresa They were mar­ Hintz. She was born ried at the Elgin par­ to Albinus and Mary Peter and Theresa sonage March 21, Wilhelm Hintz, on a Ruben and Delores 1940. Their occupa­ farm near Brisbane, N.D. tions are farmer and They lived on a farm 13 miles south of Carson in housewife, respectively. Ruben was born, raised and still the Brisbane area, until 1975, when they moved to lives on the homestead of his dad, Henry Diehl, Sr. Flasher. Their children are; Kenneth, born May 12,1942 and Pete worked for the Grant County SCS Office for is married to Eunice Paulson from Arvilla and have four 11 years before retiring. On October 1983, Pete and children; Sheri, Kent, Denise and Rebecca. He lives in Theresa celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Carson, N.D. and is P.C.A. manager. Their daughter They have one daughter, Darlene (Mrs. Larry J. Bohl) Sheri is married to Rob Schaper and have twin sons. and five grandchildren. Marlene, born February 25, 1945, is married to Dennis Johnson from Almont, N.D. and have four children, Diane, Darren, Debbie and Dustin. Norman, born April 24, 1951, is married to Cheryl LARRY AND JANICE EMTER Fraase from Buffalo, N.D. and lives in West Des Moines, Iowa. He works for American Cyanimid. Larry and Janice Bay Emter live in Grant County southwest of Almont, N.D. Larry is the son of Andy and Wayne, born May 25, 1956, is married to Susan Josephine Emter of Glen Clllin, N.D. and Janice is the daughter Schulz from Fargo, N.D. and have one child, Michael. of John Bay of Carson, N.D. Larry and Janice have three They live in Norfolk, Nebraska. children; Kristy, Eric, and A.J. MR. AND MRS. JACOB SAUTER MR. AND MRS. ORVILLE WAHL Orville Wahl was born November 26, 1910 at Leith, N.D. He attended the Leith School and later farmed in the Leith community. In 1942 Orville was called to serve in World War II. He served three years in the infantry in Italy and parts of Africa. Mrs.Wahl, the former Lola Houchin was born November 3, 1908. Orville and Lola were married in 1951 and resided in Car­ son. Mr. and Mrs. Wahl are members of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, Carson, N.D. Orville was elected to the office of church trustee where he served 25 years. He was also chairman of the Manse Committee. Lola taught Sunday School and Bible School for many years. She is a member of the Missionary Society, stamp leader and church treasurer. In 1951 Orville was employed by the Farmers Union Oil Company, Carson, N.D. Orville owned and operated the Wahl Trucking Service from 1953 to 1960. He then joined the Carpenter's Union, Bismarck. He worked in Bismarck, Minot, Center, and Fargo. His last work was at Kirkwood Mall in Bismarck. Lola taught school for 37 years. Her first years of teaching were in the country schools of Grant and Morton County. In many districts she would walk to school, build the fire, teach an average of 20 students in all eight grades. She also taught Seated: Jacob, Clara and Sophia. in Heil, Leith, Flasher and Cannonball. Her last five years of Back row: Fred, Jacob J., Sophia, teaching were at Roosevelt Public School at Carson. She also Christianna and Henry. taught two terms of kindergarten at Carson. Orville is a member of the Carson American Legion Post Jacob Sauter was born September 9, 1865 in Waterloo, 45, Carson. Lola is a member of the American Legion Aux­ Beresan District, Kherson Province of South Russia, the son iliary, Carson. of Georg Sauter and Christina Trautmann who did not come We are retired now and reside in Carson. to this country. On March 30, 1886 he married Sophia Holzmann, daughter of Anton and Julie Holzmann. The fist six children were born in Waterloo, and the last four were born in Carson. Their children were Christina born August 5, 1887 B and died in infancy; Jakob J. born November 1, 1889, mar­ ried Maria Hintz and died November 7, 1959; Sophie born MR. AND MRS. HENRY SAUTER December 7, 1892, married Jacob Huber and died November 4, 1964; Friedrich born May 4, 1896 and died 1900 of dip- theria; Christianna born May 21, 1899 and married first Em­ manuel Hafner and second Jacob Zentner and died December 29, 1978; Elizabeth born November 7, 1902 and died 1905 of diptheria; Friedrich born March 4, 1905 and resides in Car­ son; Heinrich Edward born April 8, 1908 and died February 10, 1909; Henry Otto born January 9, 1910 married Ida Scheerer and resides in Carson; and Clara Ida born Decmeber 12, 1912 and resides in Carson. They left Russia in the spring of 1903 with other families; the Manns, Knodels, and the Scheerers. They traveled by train to Bremen, Germany and there sailed to New York City on the hKaiser Wilhelm II on the 12th of May and landed in America the 20th of May 1903. They went to Menno, South Dakota and stayed with Jacob's brother, Christ Sauter, and then the men came to Carson to find their homesteads. Jakob homesteaded on the northeast quarter of section 8 in township 134, range 87 west. During the first five years he broke 100 Henry and Ida acres of sod, fenced 50 acres, dug a well, built a sod and stone Henry Otto Sauter, a lifetime resident of the Carson vicini­ house 18x80 and a stone barn with hay roof 16 x 30. Their ty, was born January 9, 1910 to the pioneer family of Jacob first home was built with the help of the others that had come Sauter and Sophia nee Holzmann. He married Ida M. Scheerer, from Russia with them. They all lived in the sod home until daughter of John Scheerer Sr., and Lydia Clara nee Lutz on the next home was built. They helped each turning purchas­ March 5, 1933. They have two sons: Alvin Harold born May ing a wagon, harness and a team of horses jointly in order to 1, 1936 and resides in Boulder, Colorado; and Orville Henry turn over the virgin soil. Often Jacob wished to return to Russia born September 15 1940, married Mary Kay Huntley, daughter because of the hardships and struggles against diseases, of Wilhelm Huntley and Joyce nee Davenport, on November mother nature, and natural calamities. But he like others 16, 1968, and resides in Grand Forks, North Dakota. They around him persevered. He became a naturalized citizen of have two children Carrie Elizabeth and Michelle. this country November 6, 1908, and lived there the rest of his Henry farmed the family original homestead obtained by life. the family in 1903, His brother Fred and sister Clara lived on He was one of the charter members of the Emmaus Con­ the homesite with them. gregational Church founded the 12th of December, 1904. They have been members of the Emmaus Congregational Church of Carson all of their life. Last March they were honored Jacob's wife died July 1, 1935 at the home place and at their church for a 50th wedding celebration. They reside Jacob died September 26, 1953 after being ill for two years. in Carson at the present time. MR. AND MRS. JACOB J. SAUTER ing in the Drama Department of the University of North Dakota. John was in the Army in the Pacific during World War II. Martha graduated from Jamestown College, and was in the WACS during World War II, stationed mainly outside of New York City. Martha has been the church organist, minus a few years, since she was twelve years old. She now works at FHA. She retired in 1984 after 28 years of service. John C. Jacobs had passed away.

Back row, left to right; Gertrude, Robert, Lydia, Rudy and Emma. Front row; Florence, Jacob, Clarence, Mary, and Edwin. Jacob J. Sauter was born November 1, 1889 at Waterloo, Beresan District, Kherson Province, South Russia to the parents of Jacob and Sophia (Holzmann) Sauter. He came to the United States with his family at age 13. He was united in marriage to Maria Hintz, daughter of Christoph Hintz and Louisa (Nicklaus), spelled Nikolaus in Russia, Esslinger in a double ring ceremony along with Sophia, his sister, and Jacob Huber on November 28, 1911. The farm home is situated on the southwest quarter of section 9, Township 134N., Range 87 West. They were members of the Emmaus Congregational Church, and Jacob J. served as the church treasurer for many years. He also helped to survey land during the Depression. He served as a township clerk and assisted during elections at the polls. They had eleven children. Emma Louise was born August 5, 1913, and she resides in St. Paul, MN. Robert Otto was born August 21, 1915, married Ina Elizabeth Thompson June 28, 1938, and resides near Fairbault, MN. Albert was born December 27, 1916 and died January 17, 1917. Bertha "Lydia" was born January 23, 1918, married first Deston Ar­ chie Russell June 26, 1946 and second Rev. Clarence Matthews EVERETT JOHNSON FAMILY June 23, 1961, and died May 27, 1965. Lorene was born March Everett and Pat Johnson, Linda and Julie, moved to Car­ 3, 1920 and died March 15, 1920. Rudolph "Rudy" Gottlieb son in June 1967 where Everett worked for the Soil Conser­ was bom May 1, 1921, married Lois Elaine Close June 4, 1945, vation Service from which he retired in January 1982. Pat was and resides in Crawford, Nebraska where he serves as a pastor employed with the Roosevelt Public School for 1 1 years. Lin­ in the Church of the Nazarene. Ella Irene was born January da is a Foreign Language instructor at Whapeton Senior High 31, 1924 and died February 6, 1924. Gertrude Ida was born School. Julie, now Mrs. Jerry Schock, resides in Jamestown March 24, 1925, married Norman Orval Scott May 8, 1946, with her family. and resides in Renton, Washington. Clarence Elmer was born June 5, 1928, married Glenna Irene Goebel August 3, 1949, and resides in Cedar, MN. Edwin Reuben was born August 20, 1931, married Beverly Jean Sayler June 19, 1960 and resides on the home place in Carson. Florence Marie born March 11, 1934, married Oscar Earl Sheldon May 28, 1983 and resides in Portland, Oregon. Jacob J. Sauter died November 7, 1959 in a Bismarck hospital after an illness. His widow married again to Henry Schweitz July 18, 1960. She died in the Mott Good Samaritan Nursing Home March 24, 1984.

JOHN C. JACOBS FAMILY John C. Jacobs was born October 2, 1915 at Brisbane, N.D. to John G. and Alma (Sorum) Jacobs. Martha C. Jacobs was born February 24, 1921 in Elgin, N.D. to Adolph and Katherine (Bender) Dittus. They were married May 2, 1947 at Wibaux, Montana. Their occupations were: John was a parts man and Martha was a secretary at F.H.A. They had one daughter, Katherine J. Jacobs, who is work- BENJAMIN J. WHEELER FAMILY MR. AND MRS. WESLEY SICK

Patricia, Wesley

Benjamin J. and Irene Wheeler and three sons, James, Robert and Donald moved to Carson in November, 1944 after spending four years in Salem, Oregon. Irene was born at Leith, N.D., the daughter of Ameal E. and Haddie (Cowan) Brinkman and Ben in the southern part of what is now Grant County. His parents were George H. and Nora (Whitmer) Wheeler. Ben and Irene were married in September, 1933. Ben operated a garage - auto and truck repair, welding and blacksmithing shop. He passed away in February 1964. Jim married Pat Horst of Carson and they have four children; Kathleen (Mrs. Brent Beattie) and two sons in Weaver- ville, California; James and Kathy and two sons and Susan Stacey, Wayde and Cheryl (Mrs. Mitchell Nilles) and Brooke in Bismarck and Paul at home. Jim graduated from the University of Minnesota with Patricia, daughter of David and Anne Sokolofsky was born a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and they have lived May 28, 1948 at Carson, N.D. She attended schools in Car­ in Bismarck since 1963. son and graduated from Carson High School in 1965. She Bob graduated from Jamestown College with a B.S. worked for the A.S.C.S. office from 1966 through 1970 and degree; married Grace Oistad of Karlstad, Minnesota; receiv­ worked in the County Treasurer Office in 1965. ed his masters degree in Hospital Administration from Wesley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Sick of Elgin, N.D., Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Bob and Grace was born April 3, 1943. He attended D.S.C. He farmed with lived in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he is vice president at St. his father until 1968, after which he later purchased the fami­ Luke's Hospital. They have three children, Kristin, Daniel and ly farm. Rebecca. They were married May 22, 1970 and are living on the Don graduated from North Dakota State School of family farm north of Elgin. They have two daughters and one Science, married Margaret Dronen of Pekin, N.D. and they live son. in Kenmare, N.D., where he is with Montana Dakota Utilities Stacey Anne, born at Elgin, October 10, 1972. Attending Company and Margaret with the hospital clinic. They have school in Elgin and is in the fifth grade. three children, Caroline (Mrs. Randy Schauer) in Fargo, Cheryl Marie, born at Elgin, February 22, 1982. N.D.,David and Laura at home. Wadye Chester, born at Elgin, August 29, 1975. Atten­ Irene worked at the courthouse for several years and then ding school in Elgin and is in the third grade. at the post office for twenty years before retiring in 1973. She married Elmer F. Wentlandt, a Standard Oil bulk man from Mott, N.D. in February 1972. They make their home in Car­ THE STEINLEY FAMILY son, spending their winters in Arizona. Since the arrival of the first Steinley family in U.S.A. there are now six generations of the Steinley family in existence. The first generation lived in Mountain Lake, Minnesota. The only member of the family remaining in Mountain Lake, Min­ MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM M. ALVER nesota was the youngest son, John Steinley, and his family. William M. Alver's parents were Stephen H. and Dorothea The grandparents, Fredrick and Sabina Steinley, came to Alver, and Charlotte M. Wells Alver's parents were Albert and North Dakota shortly before Carson became a town. Elizabeth Wells. Others of the family who settled in the Carson area were One was born in Norway and the other was born in Can­ Godfred, David, Fred and their sister, Leda Klein. Other ton, S.D. They were married in Mcintosh, S.D. on October 11, members of the Steinley family, Jacob and George migrated 1920. to Rush Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada and their sister Amelia Their occupation was farming. And their children are: (Mrs. R.A. Bay) who first lived in Cavalier County, N.D. until Donald, Doris, Gene, and Edna. 1910 when she and her family also moved to Carson, N.D. "My family came from Canton, S.D. April 4, 1910 to North As of this date the descendants of the Steinley family liv­ Dakota. Where we went into my brothers sod house. We lived ing in the Carson area are David, Reinhart, Harry, John, Mrs. there some time before our wood house was built. But we were Art Nuss, Mrs. Albert Stegmeier, Fred Steinle, Mrs. Marie well and happy there." Ackerman, John Bay and Mrs. Pauline Anderson. MR. AND MRS. STEVEN SORBY MR. AND MRS. DOUGLAS SOKOLOFSKY

Steven and Vickay Sorby Steven, son of Selmar and Phylis Sorby of Garrison, N.D. was born April 30, 1958. He attended schools in Garrison and graduated from Garrison High School. He attended Dickinson State College for four years, and is working at Audio Systems in Bismarck, N.D. Vickay Lynn, daughter of David and Anne Sokolofsky was born November 29, 1958 at Elgin, N.D. She attended Carson Schools and graduated from Carson High School in 1977. She attended D.S.C. for three years and Mary College for one year. She is teaching at Pride Industries, a vocational workshop for Brent, Heather, and Brian disabled persons. They were married June 27, 1980 at Elgin, N.D. and Karen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Glrich, was born presently are living at the Tately Meadows in south Bismarck, May 5, 1950 at Elgin, N.D. She attended schools at Elgin and N.D. graduated from Elgin High School in 1969. Douglas, son of David and Anne Sokolofsky, born July 6, 1946 at Carson, N.D. He attended schools and graduated from Carson High School in 1964. He was employed as a trucker in Elgin and Carson. He was a brick layer's helper when the new Carson High School was built. After which he operated the family farm north of Carson, which he later purchased. MR. AND MRS. DEAN SCHOLES They were married September 27, 1969 and moved on the farm northwest of Carson. They have two sons and one daughter. They are: Brent Douglas, born at Elgin, August 2, 197 1, attending school in Carson. He is in the seventh grade. Heather Lynn, born at Elgin, March 19, 1976. She is at­ tending school in Carson. She was homecoming princess in 1982. Brian David, born at Elgin, N.D., June 29, 1974. Atten­ ding school in Carson, N.D. He is in the fourth grade.

MR. AND MRS. DONALD BALLIET FAMILY Donald Balliet was born in Flasher, N.D. on February 17, Dean Scholes Roaine Scholes 1935, the son of Phil and Leah Chittick Balliet. He attended Dean Scholes was born in Greenfield, Iowa on June 6, school in Carson and served 2 years in the Army. He married 1896 and Roaine Scholes was born in Armour, S.D. on June Donna Holzer on September 7, 1959 at Shields, N.D. Donna 24, 1900. is the daughter of Martin and Margaret Nagel Holzer. She was In the spring of 1917 they moved from Armour, S.D. to born July 23, 1939 at Flasher, N.D. She attended grade school a farm two miles southeast of the old Paradise Post Office and at Shields and graduated from Flasher High School. in what is now Winona Township. Don was in the trucking business until 1978. He is present­ They raised a family of ten children, who are: Donna ly a heavy equipment operator for Grant County. Donna was Lewis, Jane Nehl, William, Dorothy Hauge, Walter, Hazel employed by Grant County from 19571961 and 1973-1983. Staudenraus, Lucile Thornton, Margery Walker, James and She is presently employed as a secretary for PCA of Mandan Allison. at the Carson Branch. Mr. Scholes passed away in September, 1964. In the They are the parents of three children. Linda (Mrs. Kim spring of 1965 Mrs. Scholes moved to Carson, N.D. where she Weigel) and Larry of Rapid City, South Dakota and Lisa of still resides. Carson. MR. AND MRS. LUDWIG HENKE MR. AND MRS. ARTHUR KRANICH

Ludwig Sophia Ludwig Henke and Sophia Maedche were married January 10, 1904 in Carson, N.D. George Zeller, Marie Maedche, George Barth and Sarah Pahl were attendants. They homesteaded four miles west of Carson. Soon after that the Northern Pacific Railroad was built across their farm. They were parents of seven children: Hulda passed away in 1909, Oscar in 1946 and Irving in 1957. Bertha, Mrs. H.E. Martin lives in Culdesac, Idaho; Hilda Florence and Elma Leland in Clarkston, Washington; and Ella Eichenlaub in Pawell, Wyoming.

GOLDIE SCHREIBER

Darryl Ronald

Ella (Henke - Kranich) Eichenlaub was born four miles west of Carson. She married Arthur Kranich of Elgin in 1934. They had two sons: Ronald of Fairfax Station, Virginia and Dar­ ryl in Santa Maria, California. Authur Kranich passed away in 1938. In 1952 Ella mar­ ried Antone Eichenlaub and moved to Powell, Wyoming. Ronald Kranich is with General Electric as a computer analysis and Darryl is a manager of MX Test Support. Ella Kranich and sons were managers of the Carson Cream Station for Armours.

Goldie Schreiber and son Harry MR. AND MRS. JOE BRAUN

Goldie Schreiber and her son, Harry, moved to Carson Joe M. Braun, son of Martin and Francis (Helfrick) Braun, from New Salem in May, 1967 to be near her daughter, Mrs. was born at Richardton, N.D. Upon completing his education Gordon Cofer. Goldie was born September 16, 1901, at Sims, he entered the Navy. N.D. She was the second of 15 children born to Norwegian Mildred (Micki) Golde, the daughter of Ernest and Mar­ immigrants, Mr. and Mrs. Tobias Olson. tha (Walde) Golde, was born at New Salem, N.D. Her parents She started working for other people at an early age, in­ moved to Mandan where Micki completed her education. cluding delivering her first baby when she was only 16 years Joe and Micki were married in Mandan in 1948. They liv­ of age. A year of training at the Dickinson Hospital started ed in South Dakota, Wyoming and Colorado, returning to her career as a nurse's aid. Later, after her marriage to Paul Bismarck, N.D., in 1954. In 1958 they moved to Elgin, N.D. Schreiber, she was given a certificate to become a midwife, where they owned and operated a restaurant and an electric delivering nine babies by herself and assisting Dr. Gaebe shop. In 1964 they moved to Carson and established Braun deliver countless others, many in her own home. Electric. Joe served on the Carson City Council from Her favorite hobbies are quilt making and rug making. 1967-1976 and was Mayor of Carson from 1976-1980. To date, she has made 235 quilts and about 140 wagon wheel They have four children: rugs. Many of these quilts and rugs were given to family and Sandy married Jim Dressier. They have two children and friends as gifts of love and will be treasured by them for years live in Bismarck. to come. Ron married Bernie Hellman. They have three children She has four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. and live in Bismarck. Harry enlisted in the Navy in 1942. He was assigned to Wayne married Becci Voigt. They have two children and the Marines as a Corpsman during World War II. He was wound­ farm near New Salem. ed at Saipan, July 1944, and is a disabled serviceman. Gary married Cheryl Eggers. They have two children and He has never married and continues to make his home live in Bismarck. with his mother. LAWRENCE MORRELL FAMILY (Hoffman) Schaff. They also emigrated to America in 1902, along with her parents, one brother Phillip and one sister Ida. Martin Morrell had three brothers and six sisters: Roy mar­ ried Mathilda Hoffman, Erasmus married Theresia Wetsch, Dominick married Magdalena Doll, Pauline married John G. Schaff, Eva married John Herauf, Barbara married Frank Zander then Frank Napora, Thekla married Emil Kautzman then Martin Kruger, Frances married Ralph Heck, Magdalena married Stanley Helbling, Eva (Schaff) Morrell had four brothers and three sisters: Ida married Anton Schaff then Rochus Nagel, Phillip married Kathrine Doll, John G. married Pauline Morrell, Jacob G. mar­ ried Josephine Geiger, Rose married Laurence Tschida, Julia never married, Frank G. married Caroline Wetsch. Martin and Eva lived near Odense, ND and later moved to St. Anthony, ND where they farmed. Martin lived on his father's farm before moving to the Carson area. The children Lawrence, Donna, Randy, Patricia, Rick, Vivian attended school at St. Anthony, then at Thain school near Carson. Lawrence Morrell was born Jan. 22, 1934 to Martin and In April 1949 the family lost their house to a fire. Martin Maria Eva (Schaff) Morrell at St. Anthony, ND. then built another house on the farm and the family lived there He lived in the St. Anthony area with his parents, brothers, until they moved to Bismarck in 1958. Martin was employed and sisters. His father was a farmer. Lawrence has six brothers at the state capitol when he passed away. and three sisters: Philip, Pauline, Anton, Briggitta, Stephen, Martin passed away July 25, 1969 and Eva passed away Peter, Nicholas, Marcus and Lurraine. Lawrence attended May 1, 1970. They are both laid to rest at St. Mary's Cemetery Catholic school at St. Anthony. Later his family moved to the at Bismarck. They have ten children: Philip married Barbara Carson area where he attended the Thainschool. On July 22, Klein. They live at Campbells, CA. They have four children: 1953 Lawrence married Vivian Alyea at St. Mary's Catholic Anna Mary, Leona, Elizabeth and James. Church at Bismarck. Their wedding attendants were Peter Mor­ Pauline died as an infant. rell, Jerome (Harry) Schaff, Josephine Morrell and Wilma Anton married Filina Harrison and they had one daughter Geiger. Vivian was born July 29, 1934 to Franklin Alyea and Isabel. He then married Marionette Paisel and had seven Violet (Schmidkunz) Alyea. She has four brothers and three children: Carl, Kenneth, Cindy, Tony, Scott, Karen and Daniel. sisters. Irene (Mrs. Wilbert Steiger), Frances died as an infant, They live at Burnsville, MN. Elmor, Clinton, Harvey, Silvie(Mrs. John Ager), and Charles. Briggita married Emil Leib. They live at Moundsview, MN. Lawrence was employed at Eddy's Bakery at Bismarck before They have two daughters, Sandra and Kathleen. moving to Minnesota on July 4, 1964, with the help of his Stephen married Ruby Haag. He lives at Bismarck and brother, Peter. After moving to Anoka, MN., Lawrence (Larry) she at Mandan. They have five children: Susan, Rodney, Shelly, started his own trucking firm (Morrell's Trucking). Lawrence Stephnie and Sheila. and Vivian are the parents of five children: Patrick born April Lawrence married Vivian Alyea. They live at Anoka, MN. 11, 1954. Died April 11, 1954. They have five children: Patrick, Ricky, Donna, Patricia and Ricky born Sept. 16, 1955. He married Garrie Fisher Sept. Randy. 17, 1976. They have one daughter, Melissa Ann.(Divorced) Peter married Yvonne Grimm. He lives at New married Joy Senart and they have one daughter, Crystal Lynn. Brighton, MN. He has three children: Dallas, Sherry and He lives at Anoka, MN. Jeffrey. Donna born Oct. 29, 1957. Married David Boedigheimer Nickolas married Leola Krein. They live at Torrington, Dec. 13, 1980. They have two children: David Jr., and Sarah WY. They have three children: Linda, David and Dennis. Maria. She lives at Anoka, MN. Marcus married Joyce Kerr. They live at Moundsview, MN. Patricia born Oct. 6, 1958. Married Mark Friesen Oct. 6, They have no children. 1979. They have one son, Trevor Lawrence. They live at Blaine, Lurraine married Leo Klein. They live at Mandan, ND. MN. They have one son, Clifford. Randy born Feb. 5, 1962. He married Lizabeth Karow Feb. 18, 1984. Randy is serving in the US Navy on the ship Nimitz from Norfolk, VA. He is a Navy photographer. Ricky served in the US Army from June 1973 until June 1976. He spent most of his time in Germany. MR. AND MRS. GALE STEINMETZ FAMILY Gale Steinmetz was born in Douglas County, HI. The son of L.J. and Gertrude Rhodes Steinmetz. He was born MARTIN MORRELL FAMILY September 12, 1905 and came to North Dakota with his parents who homesteaded seven miles north of Carson in Martin Morrell was born 1906. / September 15, 1901 in Odessa, Emma Kareen Reamer was born at Carson, N.D. on Oc­ Russia, the son of Joseph Mor­ tober 31, 1915. The daughter of Tom and Mabel Peterson rell and Philomena (Schaff) Mor­ Reamer. Gale and Emma were married April 11, 1932 at the rell. As a small child he came to courthouse in Carson. They are the parents of six children, America with his parents and five of whom are living. They are: one brother, Roy. The family Everett, wife Jeanette Nagel, five children. settled on a farm near St. An­ Wayne, wife Melinda Voll, one child. thony, ND. Karen, Mrs. Claude Ulrich, three children. On November 1923 Martin Lyle, wife Janice Wells, two children. married Maria Eva Schaff at St. Leta, Mrs. Jeffrey Stewart, three children. Joseph's Catholic Church at Martin and Eva Roger was killed in an accident January 2, 1954. Odense, ND, by Rev. Binkhorst. Gale has served on the school board and township board Maria was always called Eva. Eva was born January 24, 1902 and has been engaged in farming and ranching for over 50 at Odessa, Russia, the daughter of Gabriel Schaff and Helena years. 10 MR. AND MRS. ALEX HEINITZ Bank. They have two sons - R.E. Chase who graduated from the Hazen High School in 1983 and is now attending Bismarck Junior College. R.E. is very interested in music and singing and has been a member of the Burning Hill Singers at the Medora Musical for the past two years. Nick Chase is attending Hazen High School and is active in politics, football, basketball and drama.

STEVEN E. BAY FAMILY

Mr. and Mrs. Alex Heinitz Alex Heinitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Reinhart Heinitz, was born March 4, 1906 at Butterfield, Minn. He moved with his parents to the Grant County area in 1912. Tillie Bay, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bay, was born July 25, 1911 at Carson, N.D. Alex and Tillie were married on April 10, 1932 and re­ mained in the Carson area since then except for a one year period when they lived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Children of Alex and Tillie are: Melvin Heinitz, CPO, USN (Ret.), Greenville, Texas; Lorraine, (Mrs. Wilbert Hilsendager), Mr. and Mrs. Steven E. Bay Family Renton, Washington; Darwin Heinitz, Capt. USAF (Ret.), Steven E. Bay was born at Elgin, N.D., on March 22, 1952, Bismarck, N.D.; Bonnie, (Mrs. Les Morris), Bellingham, the son of Edmond and Gertrude Bay. Washington; Mary Jane, (Mrs. Robert Scott), Dickinson, N.D.; Jane E. Bentz was born at Elgin, N.D. on March 8, 1952, Verna, (Mrs. David Thomas), Bellingham, Washington; Lyle the daughter of Erhardt and Evelyn Bentz. Heinitz, Bloomington, Minnesota; and Perry Heinitz, Steven and Jane were married November 12, 1971 at the Hollywood, California. St. Johns Lutheran Church in Carson. Alex passed away on February 18, 1978. Alex was self- They have three daughters," Josie Ellen, 11 years old; employed in carpentry and furnace work. Shelly Elease, 8 years old and Lisa Elizabeth, 3 years old. Tillie resides in Carson, N.D. Steve and Jane both attended college for one year and after marriage they moved on his father's farm in November RALPH E. CHASE, JR. FAMILY of 1971. They farmed for three years and Steve went into law enforcement in Mercer County for four years. Steve's heart was still in farming so in 1979 they moved back to the Bay's homestead, where they still reside.

NORMAN AND RUTH BOHRER

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Chase and Sons Ralph E. (Bob) Chase Jr., was born at Hazen, N.D., the son of Ralph and Murril Chase. Delores was born at Hazen, N.D., daughter of Arthur and Hildegard Adolf. Bob and Delores were married April 25, 1954 at Hazen, N.D. and moved to Carson, N.D. to make their home. Bob built the Carson Theater in 1954 and ran it for several years. Bob was also a rural mail carrier out of Carson for 21 years, a Norman and Ruth Bohrer member of the Carson Commercial Club, American Legion, First Presbyterian Church Board as well as the church choir. Norman Bohrer was born October 23, 1927 in Hazen, Delores worked for the Grant County State Bank, was am­ North Dakota to Richard and Lena Bohrer. His wife Ruth, was bulance attendant, First Aid Instructor, a member of the Car­ born to Fred and Pauline Schuh in Hazen, April 11,1930. They son School Board for five years, city treasurer for 18 years, were married there on November 14, 1948. They farm and on the Grant County Red Cross Board for 25 years, the Legion ranch south of Carson. Their daughter, Brenda, married Allan Auxiliary and the U.P.W. Church Women. Bahm June 15 1979 and we became grandparents when They moved to Hazen in 1981, where Bob is a rural mail Ashley Marie was born on August 28, 1981. We celebrated carrier out of Hazen and Delores works for the Union State our 35th anniversary on November 14, 1983. 11 PAUL AND JO ALLEN We have four grandchildren: three boys, Steve, John and Mike, and one granddaughter, Sally. The above picture, left to right, is Gary, Mavis, Clifford and Robert.

STEINLEY BROTHERS

Jo and Paul Allen Paul F. Allen was born at Agra, Kansas on March 21, 1894 to Frank S. Allen and Lillian A (Gardner) Allen. He married Josephine D. Leaf on June 10, 1922 at Bismarck, North Dakota. Her parents were Frederick W. and Josephine D. (Hart­ man) Leaf, and she was born March 24, 1902 at Elkader, Iowa. Paul's parents moved from Kansas to homestead on a farm Reinhart, David and John northeast of Carson where they resided until their deaths. Paul David, Reinhart and John Steinley came to North Dakota farmed for a time, then owned and operated the Carson coal in 1907 from Mountain Lake, Minnesota. They farmed north mine; then operated a truck line, until 1945 when they mov­ of Carson until they retired in 1974 and moved to Carson. ed to Denver, Colorado. Josephine's parents moved to a homestead about nine miles northeast of Carson in 1905. They moved to Carson in 1918 where they operated the Orpheum Theatre and the restaurant annex. Josephine worked mainly in the County Extension Office combined with the Agricultural Conservation Association from 1934 until 1944 at which time she became acting executive secretary for the Grant County Welfare Board, working there until March 1945 when they moved to Denver. Their children, Jeanne P. was born August ALFRED R. BOTTEN FAMILY 15, 1926 and is married to Wallace G. Frey and now lives in Denver, Colorado; Ina (Peggy) was born October 19, 1927 and married Gene McDowall and they live northwest of Carson; Paul Allen died March 13, 1976, and Josephine lives at 620 South Alton Way No. 11D, Denver, Colorado 80231.

CLIFFORD ALTMAN FAMILY

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred R. Botten Alfred R. Botten was born October 20, 1903 at Don- nybrook, North Dakota, son of Peter and Bertha Botten of Car­ son, North Dakota. Both parents deceased. May Henrietta Altman was born May 1, 1907 north of Car­ 1 • m son on her parents homestead, daughter of Henry and Hilda (Anderson) Altman. m 1 Hit May taught school for five years before her marriage to Alfred R. Botten on June 19, 1932. They lived in Carson where Alfred managed the Botten Garage. In the fall of 1938 they moved to Bozeman, Montana where they operated a Service Station for Charles Pathmann for 2'/2 years. In April 1941 they moved to Seattle, Washington, where he was employed as an Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Altman and sons Electrical Engineer at the Boeing Company. He retired in Clifford Altman was born and raised at Carson, ND, the 1969. May worked at Boeing for 10 years, retiring in 1962. son of Henry and Hilda (Anderson) Altman. He attended school They had one daughter, Darelle May Botten, born January in Carson, graduating from Carson High School in 1928. 11,1934 at Mandan, North Dakota. Darelle married Ralph B. Clifford married Mavis Venaas and they have two sons, Baker and now lives in Eugene, Oregon where her husband Robert and Gary. teaches in the University of Oregon. They have two sons, Eric They left Carson in 1933 and moved to Bismarck where Vincent Baker, born in 1953, and Brian Randolph Baker, born he was employed by the State Highway Department. They lived in Bismarck and Mandan for seven years, then moved to in 1968. Portland, Oregon and worked for 29Vt years on Civil Service, Alfred passed away May 25, 1974. May is still living in retiring in 1970 from the Army Corps of Engineers and am the family home in Seattle. She is active in church work and kept busy with her garden, yard and home. now enjoying the good life. 12 MR. AND MRS. JOHN G. WAGNER Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Art's banking career started in 1961. He has served in the capacity of Vice Presi­ dent in banks at Bismarck, Dickinson, and Grafton, North Dakota and in Missoula, Montana. Art is presently living in Grafton, North Dakota. Emil and Magdalena are active in community affairs. They are members of Trinity Lutheran Church, of which Emil is treasurer. Emil is also an active Legion member. Magdalena belongs to the American Legion Auxiliary and Ladies Aide. They celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary in 1981.

MR. AND MRS. JOHN WOHLMAN

Mr. and Mrs. John G. Wagner Family John G. Wagner was born at Windham, Montana on Dec. 12, 1908 to Frank and Anna Wagner. Gertrude (Peters) Wagner was born at Monroe, Wisconsin, July 21, 1912 to Jacob and Elizabeth Peters. They were married June 4, 1934 at Flasher, N.D. Mr. and Mrs. Wagner farmed for many years until Mr. Wagner was elected Judge of Grant County Court. Their children are: Karen Sletten, Sharon Stegner, Marlene Rudie, Bonnie Schriock and Marcia Velenchenko. For the past twenty years Mr. and Mrs. Wagner have attended craft shows in North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana. Their crafts include agate jewelery, lamps and chimes. Also rock pictures and clocks. Pictured above, back row; Norman Rudie, Don Schriock, Don Stegner, Dale Velenchenko, and Wayne Sletten. Front Mr. and Mrs. John Wohlman Family row; Marlene Rudie, Bonnie Schriock, Karen Sletten, John John Wohlman served as custodian for the Grant Coun­ Wagner, Gertrude Wagoner, Marcia Velenchenko, and Sharon ty Courthouse in the 30's and 40's. Stegner. After Louella (his wife) passed away in 1938, John and his son LaVern set up housekeeping in the basement of the courthouse, later moving to the third floor. MR. AND MRS. EMIL FINCK John moved west to work in the shipyards and LaVern spent several years with an aunt and uncle at Almont, N.D. The draft of WW II soon picked up the young man and he serv­ ed over 20 years in the navy with a home base at Boston, where he met and married Clara DeStefanio. John Wohlman passed away in 1966 at Portland, Oregon. Louella taught school in Leith, Heil and Thain before an illness kept her confined. LaVern and wife reside in Boston, Mass. A daughter and granddaughter live near them. A son and family are at home in San Jose, California. Submitted by Jean Wohlman Ehrmantrout.

GENE AND ANN HEINZ FAMILY I, Ann (Kuntz) Heinz was born, the fourth child to Tom and Maria Kuntz at Brisbane, North Dakota and lived on a farm Mr. and Mrs. Emil Finck Family until I was 12 years old. We then moved to Carson and I lived Emil Finck was born to William and Caroline Finck in there until I graduated from high school and got married in Heil, North Dakota on January 22, 1913. 1959 to Gene Heinz from Center, North Dakota on October 13. Magdalena Finck was born to Carl and Mary Ritter in We celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary in 1984. Pierre, South Dakota on March 28, 1915. Gene works as a clerk in the main post office in Billings, Mon­ Emil and Magdalena were married on December 1, 1936 tana for the past nine years. We lived in Thermopolis, Wyom­ at Elgin, North Dakota. ing before that and he was a meat cutter in a grocery store Emil's occupations have been farming, service station at­ there. Our five children are: Randy is 24, and has been in the tendant and school bus driver. Navy since February 1980 and has a six year hitch. Robyn is Magdalena has been a homemaker and mother of two 22, and is a checker in one of the Albertson Grocery Stores children. She is presently working under the Green Thumb in Billings. She has worked there since she was 16. Renee is program. 20 and assistant manager in one of the McDonald's Their children are: Alma (Finck) Bohn graduated from Restaurants in Billings and she has also worked since she was Carson High School in 1951; Dickinson State College in 1962 16. Rhonda and Roxann, our identical twins are 17 and will and Indiana University in 1971. She is married to Walter Bohn. graduate in 1985. They both plan to go to college. They have seven children and six grandchildren. Walt and I, Ann work part-time in the public school system as a Alma are employed as teachers in Gary, Indiana. They live in cook for the past 15 years for 1500 kids or more a day. It's Merrillville, Indiana. hard work and can't think of anything more I hate to do when Arthur E. Finck graduated from Carson High School in I come home from work than cooking again after seven full 1955. Served in the U.S. Army for two years. He graduated hours of it already. I do a lot of hobbies and also do most of from Bismarck Junior College and the Graduate School of the sewing for all of us. MR. AND MRS. GEORGE BRINKMAN MR. AND MRS. JERRY HAUGE George Brinkman Jerry Hauge was born December 26, 1956 at Elgin, N.D. was bom to William to Grant and Edith Siebel Hauge. and Anna Brinkman Susan Besser Hauge was born August 18, 1961 in the September 26, 1906 in Bismarck Hospital to Bernard and Rose Knispel Besser. Canistota, S.D. They were married August 18, 1979 in the Paradise Lutheran Church by Pastor Hiedrich. Alice Wessel Brinkman was born to They own and operate the S & J Service Station, Carson, Mike Wessel and Louise N.D. Sultz Wessel November Jerry graduated from Carson Public School in 1975. He 28, 1908 in Hazelton, then attended the State School of Science in Wahpeton, ma­ N.D. They were married joring in Auto Mechanics. in Carson, N.D., July 6, Susan graduated from Carson Public School in 1979. 1929. Jerry and Susan moved to the Dickinson area after be­ Their children are: ing married. And both worked in Dickinson for four years. In Arlene, Mrs. Delbert August of 1983 Jerry and Susan purchased the former Frank's Standard Service Station in Carson and moved back home. George and Alice Wells; Don Brinkman, married to Rita The service station is now called the S & J Service. Jerry Ferguson; and Ray Brinkman, married to June E. Eckman. does minor mechanical work and service jobs, while Susan George was a noted rancher and an avid worker for the pumps gas and keeps the records. Grant County Fair and Rodeo. He served many years on the Jerry and Susan plan to make their home in the Carson Welfare Board. He passed away in 1982. Alice was a rural area. school teacher and a homemaker.

MR. AND MRS. THOMAS F. CLINE FAMILY Thomas F. Cline, DVM and his wife Helen L. Cline. Thomas F. Cline's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Ken Cline and he was born in Boulder, Colorado. Helen L. Cline was born in Gun­ MR. AND MRS. MORVILLE SKRETTEBERG nison, Colorado. And they were married in Colorado in the Morville Skretteberg 1970's. Mr. Cline is a veterinarian. They have two children; was born March 27, Thomas F. Cline, Jr. and Dean A. Cline. 1919 at Shade Hill, S.D. "We moved to Carson, N.D. June 8, 1980. Started the where he lived with his Grant County Veterinary Service to provide a full service parents, August and veterinary facility for the area. A successful business has been Mary Skretteberg, until created and fulfilled against numerous obstacles. Our base August (his father) pass­ piece of prairie has developed a very beautiful veterinary facili­ ed away January 1, ty, trees, garden and home in four hard fought years." 1934. Then they moved to Lemmon, S.D. His mother married Oscar TED AND TECLA KOENIG Skretteberg and in 1938 they all moved to the Neuman farm on the Heart River and Morville and Evelyn bringing their sheep due to the dry condi- tions in South Dakota. Evelyn Johnson was born at home to Charles and Man- da (Twite) Johnson on January 26, 1920. She attended the country school and during the summer had to herd cattle out on the prairies to save on their pastures due to dry conditions. She stayed with her grandmother, Martina Twite and attend­ ed and graduated from Thain High School. After graduation, she and her aunt Tina went to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to find employment for a couple of years. She returned home and Ted and Tecla married Morville Skretteberg on January 22, 1941. Their first Ted and Tecla Koenig were born and raised in Grant home was on the Otto Martin farm and consisted of two tiny County. Their parents were Karl and Christina Koenig of rooms and a kitchen and two steps down to the bedroom, with Paradise and Frank and Martha Deichert of rural Raleigh. wall to wall furniture. After a couple of years they moved to Ted and Tecla were married June 7, 1949, at St. Ger­ the Gottlieb Bachmann farm and spent two years there and trude's. Their children are James, Jeanette, Mark, Linda, finally bought a piece of land and built a basement home do­ Theresa, Carol and Connie. They farmed and ranched at ing all the work themselves. They had the misfortune of los­ Paradise until 1981 when moved to Carson. ing everything in a fire a couple years later, but with good Ted was elected to the Grant County Board of Commis­ parents and friends they were back in the basement, building sioners starting to serve Jan. 1, 1979. Shortly before taking and fixing again. They spent 16 years living down there before office the courthouse was lost by fire on Dec. 7, 1978. As the building a home on top. records were all saved, the offices were located in various Morville and Evelyn have four sons: Gary, who married buildings in Carson. The commissioners were faced with the Audrey Steinley of Carson; Loran, married Lavonne Schilling, task of passing a bond issue to match a Federal Grant to Wautauga, S.D.; Rod, married Millie Weishaar, Elgin, N.D. and rebuild a new courthouse. The bond issue passed and construc­ Monte, still single. Gary and Audrey live on the Ed. Pfliiger tion began in 1980 and completed in July, 1981 at which time farm and have Brandon and Eric. Loran and Lavonne live on the offices were relocated in the new courthouse. Commis­ the Oscar Skretteberg farm and have Diana, Kriste and Chad; sioners at the time were Walter Sokolofsky, Ted Koenig and Rod and Millie live on the Reiney Weishaar farm and have no Erwin Ottmar. children; Monte is employed on the Slye in Alaska as office Having sold their fram to their son, Mark, Ted and Tecla manager with an oil company. 14 continue to reside at 406 Idaho St., Carson. MR. AND MRS. OTTO SPANGENBERGER to teach in rural schools and also at Regent, Dunn Center, and Otto Spangenberger Flasher and served as County Superintendent of Schools for was born in Tripp, S.D. 14 years and retired in 1970. and came to North Mr. and Mrs. Erickson are charter members of the Or­ Dakota with his parents thodox Presbyterian Church of Carson. in 1896. They settled in The Ericksons have two daughters: Mrs. Russell (Jac­ what was known then as queline) Stadler, Turtle Lake, N.D. where she is employed at Morton County and the Reiswig Clinic as receptionist and bookkeeper; Mrs. Dar- homesteaded six miles rell (Kathleen) Waldal, Americus, Georgia where she is northwest of Elgin, employed as bookkeeper and saleslady by Curtis Mathis TV N.D. Company. He married Johanna Mr. and Mrs. Erickson live at 211 East St., Carson, N.D. Zimmbelman June 18, 1916at Heil, N.D. Fora few years they lived on a farm north of Heil, N.D. and then moved to MR. AND MRS. RUBIN ZIMMERMAN Otto Spangenberger Family a farm southeast of Car­ son in 1923 where they lived until 1946. They then moved to Carson where Otto was janitor of the Roosevelt School for a few years. He passed away January 28, 1960 at Elgin, N.D. Mrs. Spangenberger passed away January 5, 1982 at Elgin, N.D. There were three children born to them. Hilda (Mrs. Pete Schatz); Agnes, died as an infant; and Alice (Mrs. Lawrence Fuchs).

MR. AND MRS. EDMOND BAY Edmond Bay was born at Carson on February 4, 1923 to Frederick and Eva (Sokolofsky) Bay. Gertrude was born at Carson on July .19, Mr. and Mrs. Rubin Zimmerman Family 1929 to Edward 'and Rubin Zimmerman was born October 6, 1918 to Gottlieb Caroline (Zeh) Stoller. Z. and Johanna (Schafer) Zimmerman, at New Leipzig, N.D. Edmond and Ger­ IdaF. SchutzwasbornMay21, 1915 at Burt, N.D. to Carl trude were married at E. Schutz and Katherine (Schatz) Schutz. Carson on March 12, They were married September 18, 1941 and moved to 1950 by Rev. Heupel a farm five miles southeast of Carson in the fall of 1946. They and Rev. Wieland. This came from New Leipzig, N.D. and still live on the same farm. was the first couple Their children are: Harold, Edmund, Elsie Margret, Norman, Edmond and Gertrude married in St. John's and Lyle Grant. Lutheran Church. They both attended school at Roosevelt Public School. Gertrude was employed by John Woodbury who owned the cafe and later she worked at the Krause Super Valu Store. Edmond served two years of military duty from 1944 to JOHN AND BARBARA ZELLER FAMILY 1946. He served 19 months in the South Pacific. After his discharge from the Army, he started farming and ranching 13 John is the son of miles northwest of Carson on the family farm. Reuben H. and Lillian Steven Eddy was born at Elgin on March 22, 1952. Steven Margaret Zeller. He was attended school at Carson and N.D.S.S.S. born in Bismarck on Eddie and Gertie moved into Carson in 1980. Steven and April 27, 1949. He at­ Jane moved on the farm and began farming and ranching in tended Carson schools partnership with Eddie. There are three grandchildren, Josie, and Dickinson State Shelly and Lisa. The Bay's are still ranching and farming in College. John entered partnership at the present time. the service during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Alaska. When he returned he at­ tended Bismarck MR. AND MRS. ERVIN ERICKSON FAMILY Junior College, Ervin Erickson was born May 16,1908 at Racine, Wiscon­ graduated and went to sin. Esther (Houchin) Erickson was born on a farm near Car­ work for an upholstery son, N.D. August 4, 1910. They were married August 19, 1933 shop in Bismarck. He at Mandan, N.D. They made their home at Lark for two years. then moved to Carson Ervin was employed by the North Dakota Highway Department John, Barbara and Alanna and opened an and Esther taught in a rural school north of Lark. Later they upholstery shop of his moved to Carson where Ervin continued to work for the own. On August 13, 1976 he married Barbara L. Reinke, highway department and various construction companies. He daughter of Howard F. and Marion Reinke of Flasher. Barbara began work for Grant County in 1940 where he worked until works at the Grant County ASCS Office. They have one his retirement in 1980 due to failing health. Esther continued 15 daughter, Alanna K. born on March 12, 1982. GILES E. MCDOWALL II JR. FAMILY own business of raising bees and selling honey. 2. Dale (twin), married Claudia Striegel (now deceased) and has two children; Lee and Lisa. Dale works for Coteau Coal Company at Beulah and resides in Hazen, N.D. 3. Derald (twin), married Bonnie Gappert of Carson, N.D. and they have three children; Randy, Russel, and Robbyn. Derald is a foreman for a telephone company and resides in Fairbanks, Alaska. 4. Darwin, married Colleen Beach of Seattle. They have three children; Tammy, Jeff and Brad. Darwin has his own con­ struction business and resides in Fairbanks, Alaska. 5. Dennis, married Marlene Diehl of Carson, N.D. They have four children; Diane, Darren, Debbie and Dustin. Den­ nis took over his dad's farm in 1979. 6. Allan, married Bonnie Quenzer of Herried, S.D. They live at Naperville, 111., and works for Midwest Farm Publications. Gene McDowall Family Clarence and Charlotte have retired in 1979, still reside on the farm and are enjoying retirement. Giles E. (Gene) McDowall Jr. was born at home near Car­ son on August 14, 1924 to Giles and Margaret (Simon) McDowall. lna (Peggy) Allen was born in Elgin, September 19, 1927 to Paul and Jo (Leaf) Allen. They were married December MR. AND MRS. JOE DIRK 23, 1944 at Wibaux, Montana. Their children are Sandra, Sharon, Faye, Margy, Gene 111, Tom, Peggy Ann, Tami and Kerri. Gene started farming in partnership with his Dad in 1946 after he had spent two years in the Army, one year overseas. He was on the school board for five years. There have been three generations on the McDowall farm. They won the 1983 Soil Conservation Award. Four generations have gone to the Carson School; Mrs. Jo (Leaf) Allen, Mrs. Peggy (Allen) McDowall, Gene McDowall Jr., and Sarah McDowall. They are members of the First Presbyterian Church. Pictured above, standing: Margy Bentz, Tom, Sharon Froemming, Tami Baltzer, Sandra Peterson, Gene Jr., and Faye. Seated are Kerri, Peggy, Gene and Peggy Ann. Taken May 22, 1976. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dirk Joe Dirk was born April 6, 1913 at Raleigh, N.D. to MR. AND MRS. CLARENCE JOHNSON Magnus and Maria Steiert Dirk. Elzada was born Dec. 21, 1915 at Raleigh, N.D. to August Dally and Adelaide Duiet Dally. Joe and Elzada were married March 5, 1938 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They farmed near Mcintosh, S.D. until they came to Carson in 1960 and purchased a liquor establishment known as Sam's Bar, and renamed it the Ace Bar and operated it for 13 years. Due to ill health they sold the bar and retired. Four children were born to this union: Timothy, married Evelyn Campbell, and resides in Shadehill, S.D.; Charlotte, married John Kuntz, and resides in East Jordan, Mich.; Bever­ ly, married Jeffrey Weeks, and resides in Bismarck, N.D.; Susanna, married Leland Danzeisen, and resides in Sacramen­ to, California Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dirk were members of the Catholic Church, and Joe Dirk was a member of the Carson Commer­ cial Club. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson Clarence Johnson was born at the Rosedale Stock Farm, which was the home of his grandparents, Almont, N.D., on Nov. 11, 1914, the son of Charles and Manda (Twite) Johnson. MR. AND MRS. CARROLL FRANK WELLS Charlotte Feland was born at Almont, N.D. on October Carroll Frank Wells was born in Canton, S.D. February 8, 1917, the daughter of Oscar and Nellie Feland. 2, 1904 to Albert H. and Elizabeth Wells. Clarence and Charlotte were married in Mandan, N.D., Dorothy (Hostetler) Wells was born August 22, 1905 in Sept. 5, 1936. They were custodians of the Thain School for Carpenter, Iowa, to Authur D. Hostetler and Laura (Hutchin­ four years until they moved to the B.L. Schmitz farm in 1940, son) Hostetler. where they still reside. They were married September 7, 1923 in Mcintosh, South Clarence served as clerk of the Lincoln and Thain School Dakota. Their occupation was farming and ranching. Their Districts and also served as a member of the A.S.C. Commit­ children are: Erwin, Delbert, Gene, Mavis and Joyce. tee in Carson for a number of years. They belong to the Carroll came with his folks to North Dakota in the spring Presbyterian Church in Carson, North Dakota. of 1910. Dorothy's dad homesteaded 10 miles south west of The Johnsons have six sons, namely: the post office of Dogtooth. The family came to North Dakota 1. Duane, married DeLoris Miller. They have five children; in 1909. As there was no railroad the lumber for the house Scott, Charisse, Shannon, Shawn and Kris Ann. Duane has his 16 was hauled from Mcintosh, S.D. MR. AND MRS. HERBERT HUBER MR. AND MRS. PETER SCHATZ

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Huber Family Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schatz and Family Herbert Huber was born near Carson, N.D. on Aug. 31, Peter Schatz came to Leith, N.D. in the early thirties with 1916 to Henry Huber and Anna Marie (Stiegman) Huber. his brother to work on the Milwaukee Railroad for a few years. Olga (Blumhardt) Huber was born north of Elgin, N.D. on After his brother moved back to South Dakota, he started to Sept. 11, 1915 to Gottlieb and Rosina (Schroeder) Blumhardt. farm. Henry Huber was born in 1885; Anna Marie was born in January 30, 1937 he married Hilda Spangenberger at Car­ 1888. Gottlieb Blumhardt was born in 1885; Rosina Blumhardt son, N.D. They farmed several different farms. He worked on in 1888. Highway 21 when it was rebuilt. And he worked for MikeThiel Herb and Olga were married in the Johannestal Congrega­ while they built the R.E.A. lines in the area, for a few years. tion Church north of New Leipzig, N.D. In 1955 they moved to Carson where Peter worked for Herb was in police work most of his adult life. Their the G.T.A. Elevator for thirteen years. In 1968 he retired children are; Marjorie (Mrs. Wm. Taplin) of Steele, N.D.; because of poor health. Seven children were born to them. Audrey, (Mrs. Darwin Diehl), of Carson, N.D.; Harold D. Huber, Shirley - Mrs. Norman Ochsner, Elma, Washington. married to Joan Heyne, and resides in Rochester, Minnesota; Duane - Elgin, N.D. James - Bismarck, N.D. Victor - Missoula, Wayne D. Huber of Carson, N.D. Montana. Carol - Mrs. Lloyd Rossow, Flasher, N.D. Patricia - "We have seven grandchildren. They (our) children are Mrs. Gerald Bohl, Flasher, N.D. and Anna Mae - Mrs. Delbert all high school and college graduates; and are all working." Himmelspach, Glen Ullin. N.D. Herb is semi retired and still likes to work when needed, Peter Schatz passed away October 4, 1973 at Bismarck, and does volunteer work. N.D.

MR. AND MRS. ROBERT GOMKE

MR. AND MRS. LLEWELLYN C. PATHMANN

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gomke Family Mr. and Mrs. Llewellyn C. Pathmann Family Robert Gomke was born June 2, 1912 at Elgin, N.D., the son of Ludwig and Wilhelmina Miller Gomke. He passed away Llewellyn C. Pathmann was born Jan. 7, 1920 in Carson, in May, 1984. N.D. to Charles and Ida Pathmann. Adeline Delzer was born Sept. 15, 1917 at Artis, S.D., the Dorothy A Pathmann was born Nov. 18, 1920 in daughter of Carl and Lydia Trautman Delzer. Crookston, Minnesota to Wm. E. Morlan and Minnie Morlan. They were married at the courthouse on Sept. 17, 1934. They were married in Crookston, Minnesota, Nov. 25, They farmed for many years. In 1966 upon retiring, they mov­ 1941. ed to Carson, N.D. Llewellyn was in business with his father, Charles W. Their children are: Pathmann, operating the Pathmann Lumber Company, Car­ Daughter Florence, married Norbert Scheafer, resides in son, N.D. from 1943 to 1960, then moved to Gettysburg, S.D. Bismarck, N.D. Daughter Mae, married Clarence Fried, where he has a TV shop. residing in Plains, Montana. Son Ervin, married to Marleen Dorothy has worked in the Potter County Treasurer's Of­ and resides in Mandan, N.D. Daughter Joyce, married to fice since 1971, being elected treasurer in 1980. Harold Kitzen, resides in Glen Ullin, N.D. Daughter Sandra, "We have three children, James, Patricia and Charles and married to Tubby Werner, resides in Apple Valley, N.D. Mr. five grandchildren. James and Mary Ann live in Valdez, Alaska. and Mrs. Werner are security police in Bismarck, N.D. Mrs. Patricia and Dave and two children live in Gettsyburg, S.D. Werner is stationed at the airport. And daughter Linda, mar­ and Charles and Patty and children live in Winona, Minnesota." 17 ried Leroy Smith, and resides in Wotonga, Oklahoma. MR. AND MRS. EDWIN JOHNSON MR. AND MRS. PHILLIP FUCHS

Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Johnson and Sons Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Fuchs Family Edwin Johnson was born at Leith, N.D. on Oct. 8, 1919 Phillip Fuchs was born in Russia on June 20, 1894. He to Mr. and Mrs. August Johnson. came to the United States with his parents in 1903. He served Mrs. Johnson, the former Marcia Kamrath, was also born in the United States Army during World War I. at Leith, N.D. on June 23, 1921 to Mr. and Mrs. William Rose Neher was born in Russia on November 14, 1898. Kamrath. They both grew up in Leith, N.D. and graduated from She came to the United States with her parents in 1902. Leith High School. Phillip and Rose both lived in the Paradise area with their They were united in marriage Aug. 18, 1941 at Glendive, parents. They were married in Leith on September 14, 1919. Montana and resided on a farm south of Carson until 1978, They farmed in the Paradise area until 1937 when they mov­ when they moved into Carson. ed to Carson. Phillip served in the Civilian Conservation Corp. They have three sons; Gary Johnson, Brandon, S.D.; (CCC) at Fort Lincoln south of Mandan, worked on the Nor­ Wayne Johnson, Benbrook, Texas; and Randall Johnson, thern Pacific Railroad and was custodian at the Grant County Fargo, N.D. State Bank until retirement. Rose was a housewife and helped There are also six grandchildren. raise their three sons, Lawrence, John and Benjamin. Rose died on April 24, 1978 and Phillip died on July 8, 1978. Pictured above back row; Lawrence Fuchs, John Fuchs, and Benjamin Fuchs. Front row; Phillip Fuchs, and Rose MR. AND MRS. THEODORE DIEHL FAMILY Fuchs. Theodore Diehl was born at Menno, S.D. to Henry Diehl and Fredericka Reister Diehl, on September 16, 1894. Freda Horst Diehl was born at Menno, S.D. on February 21, 1898 to Adam Horst and Rosina Reister Horst. MR. AND MRS. DWIGHT MCVAY They were married November, 1917 at Glendive, Mon­ tana. In 1919 they moved to a farm three miles North West of Carson, N.D. Their children are: Clinton, Edwin, Albert, Theophil, Cor- raine, Lillian, Arlene, Eldon and Agnes. Mr. Theodore Diehl is deceased. And Mrs. Freda Diehl still resides on that same farm. A son resides on that same farm.

ALLEN AND BRENDA BAHM I ?: * '• I '' "•'

Dwlght and Shirley McVay Family Dwight and Shirley McVay have lived in Carson since their marriage in Pierre, S.D. in July, 1938. Dwight was born to J. Ed. and Mathilda McVay on June 26, 1912 near Brisbane, N.D. Shirley was born near Brisbane also, on April 7, 1913 and is the daughter of Louis and Hilma Boll. Dwight has been employed by the bank in Carson for 55 years. Shirley taught school for 35 years, most of them in Carson. The couple have two children. Their son Monte, who has Allan Ashley and Brenda Bahm worked for the Bureau of Reclamation for 20 years, now Allan Bahm, son of Glen and Arlene Bahm was born in resides in Boise, Idaho. He is married to the former Gale Jeske, Bismarck on August 27, 1957. He married Brenda Bohrer, of Bismarck. Their daughter Sharon worked for A.S.C.S. in daughter of Norman and Ruth Bohrer at St. John's Lutheran Carson for four years, and Social Security in Bismarck for 7 Church in Carson on June 15, 1979. Brenda was born in years. Bismarck on August 4, 1960. Their daughter Ashley Marie was She married a farmer, Maynard Tosseth, of Wilton, where born to them on August 28, 1981. Her great grandparents are they now reside. They have two children; Darren, 12 and Lena Bohrer of Bismarck and Hilda Kelstrom of Flasher. 18 Trisha, 8. MR. AND MRS. THOMAS KUNTZ MR. AND MRS. GOTTLIEB NICKLAUS

Thomas and Maria Kuntz and Family The Gottlieb Nicklaus Family Thomas Kuntz, son of Kosmos Kuntz and Anna (Kuss) Gottlieb Nicklaus was born in Leipzig, South Russia. He Kuntz, was born Feb 20, 1909 in Besserabia, Russia. came to this country with his grandmother, Katherine Kramer in 1903. Maria Eichenlaub was born to Anton and Josephine Mathilda Schultz also came to this country from Leipzig, (Schmaltz) Eichenlaub on August 11, 1907 at Napolion, Logan South Russia, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz. Co. N.D. Gottlieb and Mathilda were married on December 19, They were married November 15, 1932 at Brisbane, N.D. 1919. To this marriage 12 children were born, who at this time Thomas Kuntz is a cobbler. are all living. Anna Maul, Fargo, N.D.; Albert Nicklaus, Elgin, N.D.; They have the following children: Lawrence Kuntz, Reinhardt, Nicklaus, Fargo, N.D.; Louise Sackman, Mandan, married Darlene Achtenburg and have five children. John N.D.; Irene Eggers, Carson, N.D.; Ervin Nicklaus, Fargo, N.D.; Kuntz married Charlotte Dirk and have one child. Anna Kuntz Arlene Arndt, Leith, N.D.; Raymond Nicklaus, Martin City, married Eugene Heinz and have five children. Mr. and Mrs. Mont.; Violet Monson, Wheatland, N.D.; Wilmer Nicklaus, Fargo, N.D.; Delores Schneider, Fargo, N.D.; and Marlene Thomas Kuntz have eighteen grandchildren and one great Frovarp, Park River, N.D. grandchild. There are 56 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. Their occupation was farming until they retired in 1953, mov­ ing to Taylor, N.D. and later moved to Carson, N.D. where they spent their remaining years. MR. AND MRS. GODFREY SCHRIOCK Gottlieb passed away March 10, 1967 and Mathilda pass­ ed away Feb. 22, 1977. Both are buried in the Carson, N.D. I cemetery.

MR. AND MRS. LLOYD MASSEY Lloyd (Bill) Massey 1 m came to the Lark area with his parents, Lee and Laura Massey, from Michigan in 1917. In 1 '^^^- ~$/ML *^H 1938 he married Marian Hanson, * w daughter of Wilhelm and Ragna Hanson, ear­ Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Schriock Family ly pioneers. M They moved on the Godfrey Schriock was born to Godfrey and Anna (Sinner) Schriock, August 29, 1905 in Mountain Lake, Minnesota Massey farm in Thain * P Township where Bill Laura Schriock was born to Theodore and Beata (Schultz) Voll, March 21, 1910 in Heil, N.D. served on the Thain They were married Sept. 1, 1929 in The American Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Massey school and township Lutheran Church, north of Heil, N.D. boards. Bill also serv­ Their children are as follows: Wilmer Schriock, Carthage, ed as Elder on the Presbyterian Church Board in Carson. New York,; Marvin Schriock, Escondido, California; Marilyn, They have two children, Doris and William. Dr. Doris Hert- Mrs. John Blanton, Chula Vista, California; Milton Schriock, sgaard, Professor of Mathematics Science at the North Dakota Carson, N.D.; Kenneth Schriock, Carson, N.D.; Donald University, is married to Dr. Thor Hertsgaard, Economist at Schriock, Butte, Montana; Cynthia, Mrs. Dave Rittel, Bismarck. the ND State University. They have two children, Beth Ingram N.D. of St. Paul and Merry Northenscold of Mankato, Minnesota. Mr. and Mrs. Schriock farmed in the Carson area until 1946 when they moved into Carson where Godfrey was ac­ William is a Mathematics Sciences Professor at Dickin­ ting post master until he retired in 1967. son State College. He married Laurie Scott of Underwood. They have seventeen grandchildren and three great They have three children: Becky a junior, Susan a freshman grandchildren. in high school and Mitchell a third grader. Mr. Schriock passed away June 30, 1980. The above pic­ Bill and Marian retired in 1964 and built a home in Car­ ture was taken in 1970. 19 son. Bill died in 1976 and Marian still resides in Carson. DAVID WAYDE SOKOLOFSKY LARS HANDEGARD FAMILY David Wayde, son of David and Anne Sokolofsky was born June 25, 1967 at Bismarck, North Dakota. He attended elementary school in Carson and presently is a junior in Carson High School. David is planning to attend college or some higher type of learning. He shows interest most­ ly in animals and farm David Sokolofsky practices

MR. AND MRS. JAN HERTZ

Jan Hertz was born Lars Handegard Family October 10, 1955 at the Lars Handegard Jr., was born at Zap, N.D. on Nov. 4, Lorenzen Memorial 1916, son of Lars and Ingeborg Handegard. Hospital in Elgin, N.D. Louise was born Sept. 2, 1913 at Fargo, to Almore and Olive N.D. She is the daughter of Thorvald and Ragna Barstad. Hertz. He was raised in Lars and Louise were married Oct. 28, 1939 at Almont, New Leipzig, N.D. and N.D. They purchased the Hans Bjorum farm on the Heart River attended school there. in 1941. They have four children, Idar of Carson, Mary Lou He graduated in 1973. and Royal living on the home farm and Larry of Phoenix, He is employed at the Arizona. Carson Super Valu. Lars fished a couple of seasons in Alaska when they were first married and Louise was a school teacher their early years of marriage and taught again when her children were grown. Stacey Hertz was Lars and Louise are now semi-retired and have built a new home on the farm along the Heart River. Jan and Stacey Hertz born at the St. Alexius Family Hospital September 29, 1963 to her parents Norman and Mayvonne Miller. She was raised on a farm six­ teen miles south of Carson along the Cannonball River. She attended school at the Roosevelt Public School in Carson where she graduated in 1981. Jan and Stacey were married August 28, 1981 at the Nor­ man Miller Farm. They reside in New Leipzig, N.D. along with MR. AND MRS. EDWARD OCHOXNER their only child, Joshua Hertz. Joshua Hertz was born December 18, 1982 at the Bismarck Hospital. Edward Ochoxner was born July 13, 1907 at Lowry, South Dakota, son of Chris and Elizabeth (Seiler) Ochoxner and passed away October 30, 1972. Mildred Lonie was born MR. AND MRS. JIM RODGERS October 21, 1908 on Jim Rodgers was the Lonie homestead, born November 9, 1955 North of Carson, Mor­ to Harold and Mary ton County at the time Rodgers at Minot, N.D. and Sims, North Valerie was born Dakota being the September 29, 1956 at postoffice address. Elgin, N.D. to Walter Ed and Mildred and Garnet Sokolofsky. Edward and Mildred They were married in were married in Carson Carson, N.D. October 3, and farmed in the Carson area. They moved into Carson in 1975. They are farmers 1952, when Ed continued his farming operations and was a and ranchers. director of the Grant County Fair Board for 15 years and a They have two member of the Farmers Union Oil board for many years. children: Heidi, seven Mildred taught school for several years and after moving and in the first grade. to town, worked for the Grant County Extension Service for And Nathan, three. 25 years, retiring in 1977 and still resides in Carson. Jim has driven a Their children are: Duane W. Ochoxner of North Bend, school bus for the Car­ son school for six years. Washington (deceased); Donna Mae McClarty, (deceased) and Marge Kay Backes of So. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have six grandchildren; Chris and Heidi Ochoxner; Douglas McClar­ Jim, Valerie and Children 20 ty; Kyle, Kelly and Kraig Backes. MR. AND MRS. WALTER BOHN SR. MR. AND MRS. S.W. HARTMAN S.W. (Whitey) Hart­ man was born December 3, 1914 to Fabian Hartman and Rose Harsche. Hartman was raised on a farm near Shields, N.D. Viola E. Westling was born October 8, 1909 to Julius W. Westling and Nora E. Hanson. Was raised on the •w Westling farm south of • Carson, N.D. (now the ^•••••B S.W. Hartman farm). Whitey and Viola They were married October 16, 1937 in Oregon. They ranched and farmed from 1937 until 1983 at Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bohn Sr. which time Whitey retired and moved to Carson, N.D. Viola passed away December 28, 1982. Their children are: Iola (Mrs. Walter Bohn Sr., was born in Morgan, Minnesota, July Ralph Ruscheinsky), Carson, N.D.; Lyle, Mandan, N.D.; 30, 1903. He moved to Carson when he was a young man. Mayvonne (Mrs. Norman Miller) Carson, N.D.; and Dale, Lovell, There he met Julia Marie Hanson, daughter of William and Wyoming. There are 13 grandchildren and two great Mary Hanson. Julia's parents lived on a farm four miles east grandchildren. of Carson in Thain Township. Julia graduated from Carson School, attended Dickinson State College and then taught for several years in rural schools in Grant County. Walter and Julia were married on November 3, 1927 in Mcintosh, South Dakota. After several years of farming, Walter worked for Grant County as a Maintainer Operator until he retired in 1970 because of ill health. Walter passed away MR. AND MRS. VERNON H. LANE February 13, 1974. Julia continues to reside in Carson. Walter and Julia had 13 children, five girls and eight boys. All thir­ Vernon H. Lane was teen graduated from Carson High School as did their mother born at Carroll, Julia. Nebraska on May 6, The children oldest to youngest are: Walter Jr., Phyllis, 1894. He came to the Stuart, Peggy, James, George, Gloria, Ronald, Virginia, Larry, Carson area in 1906 Mitchell, Julie and Bruce. with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Lane. A veteran of World War I, with overseas service, he returned to Carson and served as the first ERNEST AND MABEL DANZEISEN rural mail carrier out of Ernest and Mabel (Houchin) Danzeisen were married in Carson in 1919. He was April, 1938. They lived on a farm north of Lark until 1964. employed at the After moving into Carson Ernest was custodian at the school Railway Mail Service, and later worked on construction. Mabel retired from teaching Vernon and Irene terminal at St. Paul, in 1970 and is presently employed by North Dakota Green Minnesota from 1920 Thumb as librarian for the Carson Homemakers Library. to 1925 when he returned again to Carson and built the first Mr. and Mrs. Danzeisen were charter membrs of the Carson Service Station which he operated until he sold it in Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Carson and active par­ 1945. He then operated his father's real estate office until ticipants in community affairs. Ernest died in 1979. 1948. He served as Carson Postmaster from 1948 until his They are the parents of four children: Rodney, Leland, retirement in 1964. Clayton and Rebecca. He and Irene E. Anderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.A. After serving three years with the Army Security Agency Anderson, were married at Carson in June 1924. She was born in Turkey and U.S., Rodney completed the required courses at Atwater, Minnesota in 1902 and came to the Carson area at MSU, Bozeman, Montana for his Civil Engineering degree with her parents in 1906. A former post office clerk and and is presently working with the Bureau of Reclamation in substitute clerk she retired in 1964. Lakewood, Colorado where he and his wife, Karen (Stecker) Their one child, a daughter, Anne (Mrs. John A. Pehl) lives and daughters, Rhonda and Karla reside. near Terry, Montana. There are four grandchildren and three Leland attended Humboldt Institute in Minneapolis before great grandchildren. entering military service where he was assigned to the Army Carol Anne Sparks (Mrs. Thomas Sparks) and children, Band. He and Susie (Dirk) reside in Sacramento, California, Frank Andrew and Katherine Anne, who live near Rosebud, where he is manager of Frontier Airlines. They have three Montana; Andrew and Nancy Pehl and daughter, Leslie of daughters, Shani, Amy and Denise. Terry, Montana; Wade and Velda Pehl of Billings, Montana; Clayton received his B.A. in music and math at Dordt Col­ and Mary Pehl of Terry, attending Montana State University lege, Sioux Center, IA. He and Gail (Viss) live in DeMotte, IN, at Bozeman, Montana. where he is instructor at DeMotte Christian. They have three Mr. Lane passed away in 1965 and Mrs. Lane continues boys; Kevin, Eric, and Brett, one daughter, Lana Jean. to make her home in Carson where she is an active member Rebecca was graduated from UND, Grand Forks, N.D. of the First Presbyterian Church, where, in earlier years, she with a major in French. After teaching in Smithers, B.C. for served as church organist and Sunday school teacher. She is two years, she is now teaching at Washington Christian in also a member of Carson Pioneers, American Legion Auxiliary, Silver Springs, Maryland. 21 and Carson Homemakers Club. MR. AND MRS. WAYNE STRAND MR. AND MRS. ORLEY BERDAHL

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Ik. 4 1 •W , *%\\ A * 1 Orley, Glenna and Family Orley Berdahl was born in Mandan, N.D., December 6, 1947 to Geo and Marie Berdahl. Glenna Berdahl was born in Mandan, N.D., December 5, Wayne, Linda and Family 1946 to Cliff and Cecilia Green. Wayne Strand, son of Maynard and Edith Strand, was born They were married in Mandan, N.D. in 1967. at Portland, N.D. on May 11, 1952. Mr. and Mrs. Orley Berdahl are the owners of Mr. B's Linda (Lee) Strand, daughter of Clarence and Nellie Lee, Music, Bozeman, Montana. was born at Meridian, MS on May 16, 1956. Their children are: Kelly, Mike, Jennifer and Natalie. Wayne and Linda were married at Meridian, MS on July "Grandfather John A. Berdahl and Father, Cleo Berdahl, 26, 1974. were both railroad agents at the Carson Depot." Their children are: twins, Adam and Wade, born October 28, 1977. Lacey, born July 25, 1979, and Pattie Moffett, (niece) born October 11, 1967. The Strands came to Carson in August 1980 when Wayne MR. AND MRS. ERVIN J. METZ started teaching school. Wayne is elementary principal at the Carson School and Linda works as secretary at the Social Ser­ vices Office.

MR. AND MRS. JOHN STRIEGEL

Ervin, Geraldine and Family John, Mildred and Family Ervin J. Metz was born November 11, 1939 to Steve Metz John was born September 6, 1919 in Grant County, N.D. and Lillian Pachl Metz in St. Joseph's Hospital, Dickinson, N.D. to John G. and Ella (Tystad) Striegel. John attended Cedar Geraldine (Sykora) Metz was born March 2, 1944 in St. and Wheeler country schools. He graduated from Leith High Joseph's Hospital, Dickinson, N.D. School in 1937. He worked for Harold Hauge of Leith and Mor­ They were married in St. Patrick's Catholic Church in ris Kimball in Minnesota. In March 1941, he was called into Dickinson, N.D., on October 14, 1963. active duty to serve his country overseas. He was discharged They have three children: Brenda Jean Metz, 20 years old. in October 1945. Ronald A. Metz, 19 years old; and James S. Metz, 16 years old. John married Mildred Ketterling January 3, 1947. She "Ervin worked in Dickinson when we were first married. was born September 23, 1926 at Heil, N.D. Moved to Carson in 1969 and purchased the meat market from John and Mildred had five children and four grand­ his brother Arnold. Sold the meat market September, 1983 children. Mrs. Leland (Jeanette) Tibke of Mandan, N.D. Mrs. to Tim Hillius. Ervin is now working for Bader Construction. Dale (Claudia) Johnson (deceased) of Hazen, N.D. Margaret Brenda just finished two years at N.D.S.S.S. at Wahpeton, (deceased), Mrs. Toby (Pamela) Lemieux of Irvine, California. N.D. and is married to Cliff Clevenger. Jeffery lives at home and farmed with his father. John died Ron finished one year at Bottineau and plans to return in Billings, Montana on September 8, 1984. John was an ac­ in the fall. Jim will be a junior in Carson High School in the tive member in church and community affairs. 22 fall." MR. AND MRS. JOHN FUCHS John Fuchs was born in Carson on February 26, 1924 to Phillip and Rose Fuchs. He went to a rural school in the Paradise area and at­ tended Carson High School. He served in the CCC's at Fort Lin­ coln and at Medora, N.D. Lillian Hochhalter was born in New Leip­ zig on April 15, 1928. She grew up on a farm John and Lillian and grand­ south of New Leipzig. She attended rural children Jessica and grade school and Joshua graduated from New Leipzig High School in 1945. She taught rural school in Grant County for two years. John and Lillian were married on January 1, 1945. They have two sons, Bruce and Ricky. John has worked on construction as a crane operator for the past 35 years. Lillian was Deputy Grant County Auditor from 1951 to 1968. She is presently working in the Grant Julius, Christine and Mary Zeller County ASCS Office. Julius Zeller was born May 1, 1880 to Johannes and Elizabeth Zeller. Christine (Neher) Zeller was born December 6, 1885 to JOHN A. HEINZ FAMILY Lawrence and Marie (Bidhart) Neher. Their occupation was farming. Their ctTfldren are: Mar­ tha, Albert, Harold, Ruth, Mary and Edwin (deceased). Six children died at birth.

MR. AND MRS. ARDATH HAUGE

John and Bertha John A. Heinz was born August 6, 1911 at Langdon, N.D., son of Alec Heinz and Mary Ann Lee Heinz. Bertha E. Schlosser was born July 3, 1911 at New Leip­ zig, N.D., daughter of P.P. Schlosser and Barbara Koch Schlosser. John and Bertha were married at Wibaux, Montana on December 21, 1931 and resided on a farm on the Heart River, northwest of Carson for 47 years. Here they raised their fami­ ly, braved the hard times of the Heart River flooding them out and to see the Heart River Irrigation District developed. Ardath and Dorothy and children John served as secretary of the Harper School District for Ardath Hauge was born April 30, 1916 south of Leith, several years and served on many of the election Boards. N.D. to Peter and Martha Hauge. Dorothy was born March 9, They have six children, namely: 1923 in Mcintosh, S.D. to Dean and Roaine Scholes. Donna Mae who married Ray Eslinger, they have two They were married at Carson, N.D., January 8, 1944, by children and live in Seattle. Rev. James Austin. They farmed and ranched until they Joanne married Ken Arnts, they have four children and retired, and now reside in Carson, N.D. they live in Kent, Washington. Their children are: Diane Musgjerd, 1821 Sunset Drive, Sharon married Ted Hegge, they have four children and LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601; Cindy Jane, 2026 Barnabee Road, live in Seattle, Washington. LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601; Audrey Hauge, 1011 EastAshlan, John married Inge in Germany, they have three children Fresno, California 93704; and Tom Hauge, Carson, N.D. and live in Lawton, Oklahoma. 58529. Robert married Cynthia Heim, they have two children and Ardath attended Wheeler grade school and graduated they live in Dickinson, North Dakota. from Leith High School. Dorothy attended Cedar School and Beth married Dave Wingenbach, they have one son and graduated from Bismarck High School. live at Minatare, Nebraska. "We have lived all our years in Grant County, farming and They have 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. ranching south of Carson and now are enjoying retirement in John passed away on February 3, 1977 and Bertha mov­ Carson." ed to Carson and still resides here. 23 Their son Tom bought their farm. MR. AND MRS. GENE WELLS Mr. Ruemmele was clerk of the school board from 1937 to 1947. He was Land Lease Agent for Grant County from 1942 to termination in about 1950. He was County Veterans Ser­ vice Officer from 1944 to 1967, and was president of North Dakota Veterans Service Officer Assn. for two years, 1965 - 1970. He was elected to the town board in 1949 and served 27 years as Mayor of Carson during this time the town board accomplished for following: Fully modernized the City; Street paving; modern lighting; curb & gutter; a few wells that fur­ nish the city with the best water in the state, and a modern lagoon. Mr. Ruemmele was an appraiser for the U.S. Veterans Ad­ ministration for 14 years and as such gave expert convincing testimony at the railroad re-location hearing in Bismarck before the I.C.C. of U.S.A. Frank and Mary did all the abstrac­ ting for the Bureau of Reclamation in acquiring the land for the Heart Butte Dam creating Lake Tschida, of about Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wells Family 25,000.00 acres. Frank received the Abstracter of the Year Award in 1960, Gene Wells was born to Carroll and Dorothy (Hostetler) by the North Dakota Title Assn. Carson FFA named him an Wells on Sept. 26, 1931 at Brisbane, N.D. Honorary Farmer by the School Chapter. And the city coun­ Carolyn (Miller) Wells was born Jan. 20, 1938 at Flasher, cil gave him a plaque in 1975 for his 27 years of service. He N.D. to Peter E. and Anna (Kahl) Miller. also served in the N.D. Legislature as a senator from 1965 to They were married November 20, 1957 at St. Gertrude's, 1971. N.D. Frank J. Ruemmele passed away in 1979. They are ranchers and have worked with 4-H groups many years. Their children are Jennifer (Mrs. Michael Hartman); Craig, married to Marleen Halverson; Lisa, (Mrs. Steven Eagelton); MR. AND MRS. JOHN RIEHL and Barbara, at home.

MR. AND MRS. FRANK RUEMMELE

John and Joan Riehl Family John Riehl, son of Lawrence and Magdalena Riehl, was born Nov. 24, 1925 at his parents home near Raleigh, N.D. He married Joan Wuitschick, daughter of Arsenius and Magdalena Wuitschick in Selfridge, N.D. on Dec. 30, 1947. Joan was born in the Selfridge, N.D. area. John and Joan bought the Riehl family farm and still reside there. Frank and Mary Ruemmele John has served in the Armed Forces, School and Township Boards, Fire District and F.H.A. Committee Board. Frank J. Ruemmele was born and raised on a farm near Their children are: Steven, Mandan, N.D.; Jeffrey, Dickin­ Hudson, Wisconsin, one of eleven children. He graduated from son, N.D.; Rodney, Bismarck, N.D. Bradley, Carson, N.D.; Hudson High School in 1915, after which he went to Ashley, Audrey (Mrs. Roger Ternes), Fulton, Missouri; Laurel, N.D. as a stenographer for an attorney, who was employed Washburn, N.D.; Sherryl, Dickinson, N.D.; and Patricia, at by a small chain of banks. Frank volunteered for military ser­ home. One son, Steven's twin was stillborn. vice in World War I. Mary Klotz Ruemmele was born at Beresford, S.D. Mov­ ed with her parents to Perham, Minnesota until her father took a homestead at what is now Golva, N.D. She graduated from high school from the Sacred Heart Academy, (now Shanley MR. AND MRS. DONALD WERNER FAMILY High, Fargo, N.D.) and graduated from the School of Phar­ Donald was born September 2, 1936 at Mcintosh, S.D. macy at NDSU in 1920. She worked as a pharmacist at Ashley to Henry F. and Amanda Werner. Carol was born January 14, and in Bismarck until marrying Frank J. Ruemmele, 1940 at Lemmon, S.D. to Bernard and Dagney Zubrod. December, 1922. They were married June 10, 1958 at Morristown, S.D. In 1932 Frank and Mary purchased the Grant County They have two children, David Duane, and Cynthia Jean. Abstract Co. and moved to Carson, N.D. In 1932 Frank was Donald and Carol have a dairy and ranching farm. Their appointed secretary-treasurer of the Carson National Farm son, David and his wife June and grandson Dustin live on the Loan Assn. and served until 1937, making Federal Land Bank ranch and farm with them. Cindy is employed as a hair stylist and/or Land Bank Commissioner Loans covering all of Grant in Bismarck. County. Received were over 600 applications of which some Donald has lived on this farm all his life. His parents mov­ over 300 were completed; spending some $1,100,00.00 and ed to Mcintosh in 1961. Both are now deceased. He has two paid off with said sum $2,200,00.00 debts. 24 sisters, Joyce and Donna. MR. AND MRS. NORMAN MILLER MR. AND MRS. AUGUST J. SCHEERER

Mr. and Mrs. Norman Miller Family Mr. and Mrs. August Scheerer Family Norman Miller was born April 26, 1939 to Emil Miller and August was born in Carson, N.D. August 9, 1911 to John Frances Tischmak Miller, at Flasher, N.D. He grew up on a and Lydia Scheerer. farm near Brisbane and Carson. He graduated from Carson Freda was born in Carson, N.D. April 30, 1915 to Henry High' School. and Anna Huber. They were married November 17, 1935 at Mayvonne Hartman Miller was born to S.W. (Whitey) Hart­ the Congregational Church in Carson. They farmed 4'/2 miles man and Viola Westling Hartman on November 3, 1942 at N.W. of Carson until October 1972, when they moved into Car­ Elgin, N.D. She grew up in the Janesburg Township and at­ son and semi retired. They have two children: tended grade school there and attended Carson High School. Richard D. Scheerer and his wife Nancy have two children, "We live on the Cannonball River, sixteen miles from Car­ Ian and Angela. Richard is a U.C.C. Pastor since 1966. At pre­ son." Their children are; Terry Miller, Carson, N.D.; Troy Miller, sent he is serving the Union Congregational Church in Elk Carson, N.D.; Stacey (Mrs. Jan Hertz), New Leipzig, N.D.; and River, Minnesota. He has pastored there for 12 years. His wife Sjanet Miller, Carson, N.D. And one grandson, Joshua Hertz. Nancy is director of the junior choir and does secretarial work in Minnesota Associations and Conference Office. Carol E. (Scheerer) Doran at present is working for Cascade Title Co., Eugene, Oregon. Her husband David teaches sixth grade and coaches volley ball, and is involved in Wildlife Federation and belongs to an archery club. MR. AND MRS. DELBERT FERGUSON

MR. AND MRS. LAWRENCE RIEHL

Delbert and Anne Ferguson Family Delbert was born June 10, 1905 at Worthing, S.D. His parents were Terrance and Ina Ferguson. The Fergusons homesteaded near Bentley in 1905. Anne Reich Ferguson was born at Cathay, N.D. Her Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Riehl parents were Henry and Thersia Reich. They moved to Paradise, N.D. in 1918. Lawrence Riehl, son of Karl and Dorothy Riehl, was born Delbert and Anne were married in November 1926. They July 3, 1901 in Russia, and came to the United States with lived at Bentley where Delbert was a Rural Letter Carrier from his parents in 1916. 1928 until 1938 when he was transferred to Carson route one. He married Magdalena Eichenlaub, daughter of Anton He retired in 1972 with 44'/> years of service. He served eight and Josephine Eichenlaub, on January 27, 1925. Magdalena years on the Carson City Council (two years as Mayor). Also was born April 9, 1905 near Napoleon, N.D. Past Master of the Flasher Masonic Lodge No. 106. They resided on the Karl Riehl farm near Raleigh, N.D. Anne is a member of the homemakers club since 1936. for a few years and then bought a farm near Brisbane. N.D. She was committee woman on the RLCA Auxiliary, third They retired from farming in 1959 and moved into Car­ district for three years. She has also held office in the United son, N.D. Lawrence died in February, 1966 and Magdalena Presbyterian Womens Organization. The Ferguson family now resides in the Carson Mannor. became members of the church shortly after coming to Their children are: John, Carson; Mary (Mrs. John Blot- Carson. ske), Underwood, N.D.; Dorothy (Mrs. Gregory Fergel), Dale has been with the Air Force the past 30 years and Modesto, California; Emma (Mrs. Lorenz Loeb) Raleigh, N.D.; is stationed at Norton in California. Lavina (Mrs. Kenneth Ganske), Stanton, N.D., and Theodore Dean is with Border States Electric at Fargo. Lois Stewart (Tex) Mandaree. N.D. and Rita Brinkman live on ranches south of Carson. 25 One son, Adam, was killed in a truck accident in 1947. MR. AND MRS. BRAD RIEHL in North Dakota. They first settled South of Elgin on the Can- nonball River before moving to the homestead east of Elgin. They homesteaded east of Elgin where they lived until 1924. Then they moved to Heil where Peter operated a blacksmith shop for many years. Peter passed away in 1953 at the age of 86. Katherine passed away in 1955 at the age of 86. They were preceded in death by three of their children - Katie in 1907, Nelda in 1915 and Tillie in 1938. Charles married Katie Wuest in 1913. They moved to Montana in the 20's. Katie died in May, 1984. Charlie died in 1973. They had nine children - four preceded them in death. They were Annetta, Lena, Francis and Rita. Irvin, Raymond, Wilber, Lila and Earl remain. Gottlieb married Mollie Bellon in 1920. He is in a nurs­ ing home in Mandan, North Dakota. They had six children. Mollie died in 1936, Leona and Ruben are also deceased. Organia, Adaline, Violet and Bernice still remain. August married Delia Thome in 1918. Delia died in 1982. August moved to Hardin, Montana in 1937 and then to Washington in the mid 70's, and lives in Moses Lake, Mr. and Mrs. Brad Riehl Family Washington. They had three children, Edgar, Kenneth and Brad was the fourth child born to John and Joan Riehl. Eldean. He was born September 12, 1953. He has three older brothers Tillie married Jake Bellon in 1915. They had four and four younger sisters. Brad graduated from Carson High children. Two infants preceded them in death. One baby was School and on December 20, 1977 he graduated from a boy and the other was a twin girl whom they had named Ida. Bismarck Junior College. He married Janet Schafer in Flasher, Two daughtes remain, Delores and Ada. Ada was Ida's twin. N.D. Tillie died in 1938 and Jake died two years later. Janet is the first born of Tom and Angelita Schafer of Leah married AT. Vilhauer in 1919. They had five Flasher, N.D. She has two sisters and seven brothers. children; a baby boy Victor and Dale are deceased. Harvey and Brad and Janet have two daughters; Chandra Lynn, born Orlene remain. Leah passed away in 1961 of cancer. November 22, 1978; Trista Nicole, born November 20, 1979; Leonard married Sarah Heil in 1929 and they had a son and a son, Mitchell Dean, born October 24, 1984. DuWayne. They live in Carson, North Dakota. Brad, Janet and family presently reside ten miles Martha married Estol Henley in 1923. They have three southeast of Carson, N.D. and are engaged in farming and ran­ children, Velma, Robert and Jerome. Martha lives in Hardin, ching with Brad's parents. Montana. Estol passed away in 1981. By: Martha Henley June 14, 1984. MR. AND MRS. NICHOLAS DEICHERT

MR. AND MRS. PHILIP BALLIET, JR. Philip (Phil) Balliet was born at Rural Car­ son, N.D. on November 14, 1911, a son of Philip and Mary Balliet. He was the ninth child in a family of thirteen. He was raised on the farm and attended Car­ son schools. In 1934 he purchased a truck through the Botten Motor Co. on which a school bus body was at­ tached and transported Nicholas and Therese Deichert Family Philip and Leah Balliet children to school for Nicholas was born September 22, 1927 at Raleigh, N.D. the Roosevelt School to Harry and Susanna Deichert. Therese was born May 31, District. 1927 at Carson, N.D. to Vincent and Elizabeth Muggli. On September 8, 1934 he married Leah Chittick at They were married February 1, 1950 at Carson, N.D. The Flasher, N.D. Three children were born to this union: Donald couple had three children; Luke, Williston, N.D.; Daniel, Lark, of Carson, Richard of Sacramento, California and Phyllis N.D.; and Agnes, Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. Whitesell of Billings, Montana. There are also eight grand­ The Deicherts are farmers and have lived on the same children and two great granchildren. farm for 34 years, located SE of Carson, formerly the Phil and Leah drove a school bus for the Carson school homestead of Elmer Brandt. for 19 years. Phil also went into trucking agricultural products and coal locally and in later years transported livestock and grain into Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Col­ orado. His son Donald also trucked with him. Phil retired in MR. AND MRS. PETER MOOS FAMILY November, 1974 due to illness. Peter and Katherine (Bauer) were married in South Leah was employed as PA Clerk with the ASCS Office for Dakota, November, 1889. They moved to North Dakota in 25 years - retiring in March, 1975. Having lived at the same 1899, with five of their children, Katie, Charles, Gottlieb, location for almost 50 years, we enjoy watching the growth August and Tillie. Leah, Leonard, Martha and Nelda were born 26 and progress of Carson. MR. AND MRS. DALE STROM MR. AND MRS. JAMES BONOGOFSKY

Mr. and Mrs. Dale Strom Family Mr. and Mrs. James Bonogofsky Family (Allen) Dale Strom was born at Beulah, N.D. His parents James Bonogofsky was born April 3, 1940 at Carson, N.D. are Victor and Edna (died May 11 1965) Adamson Strom. His He is the son of Matt and Katherine Bonogofsky. brothers and sisters are Jerome, Eunice (Tangsrud), and Judy Mary Lou Bonogofsky was born May 23, 1944 at Carson, (Dearduff). daughter of Lars and Louise Handegard. Frances Ann Strom was born at Paradise, N.D., to John Mary Lou and Jim were married September 8, 1961 at and 'Ida (Koenig),(died February 4, 1965) Hlavinka. Her Carson, N.D. They have two daughters, Brenda and Heidi. brothers and sisters are Delbert, Duane, Joanne (Balas), and They lived on the Bonogofsky farm at Brisbane until they Maxine (Cline). moved to Bismarck in 1965 where Mary Lou attended college Dale and Frances were married June 15, 1957, at the Or­ and Jim worked construction. thodox Presbyterian Church at Lark. In 1976 the family returned to Carson after buying part Dale graduated from Beulah High School. He taught of the Handegard farm. Mary Lou is employed as anesthetist school, farmed with his dad and worked for Al Bit and Tool at the Elgin Hospital. Company at Tioga. Brenda was Miss Rodeo America in 1983. Heidi is a stu­ Frances graduated from Carson High School and Dickin­ dent at the Carson Junior High. son State College. She has taught in rural and elementary schools at Otter Creek, Hebron, Beulah and Carson. They have two adopted daughters: Luz Dari and Shirley. MR. AND MRS. GORDON COFER The girls were born in Bogota, Colombia, South America and became naturalized citizens in 1981.

MR. AND MRS. DARWYN DIEHL

Gordon and Ramona Cofer Family Gordon and Ramona Cofer moved to the Carson area in 1954 from New Salem. They farmed until moving into Car­ son in 1963. They have four children, Rocklyn, Principal at Fort Totten, N.D. He is married to the former Sheila Albers. They have four children, Joshua, Sarah, Holly and Ryan. They Mr. and Mrs. Darwyn Diehl Family live in Devils Lake, N.D. Colin, who is with Amway Darwyn Diehl was born to Henry Diehl and Hilda (Reister) Distributors, lives in Fairbanks, Alaska. He is married to the Diehl on February 7, 1939. former Becky Scholes of Carson. They have one daughter, Audrey K. (Huber) Diehl was born to Herbert and Olga Nicole. Robbyn, married to Jerry Weinberger of Carson. They (Blumhart) Huber on January 3, 1944. They were married in have three boys, Cody, Steven and Paul. They farm and ranch Carson, N.D. September 2, 1962. in the Breien area. Becky who married Tom Hauge of rural Darwyn's occupation is farming and Audrey is clerk at Carson. They have one son, Jordan. They farm and ranch. the ASCS office. They have three children, Patrick, 17; and Gordon was employed by the ASC Office. They also own­ the twins Susan and Edith, 15. ed the Idle Hour Bar in Carson for 10 years. They sold the bar Darwyn and Audrey were born and raised in Carson. They in April, 1983, when Ramona became the Carson Postmaster. attended school here and have worked here all their lives. Gordon is semi-retired. Gordon is a veteran of the U.S. Army Audrey has worked most of her married life away from home; which he entered in 1944 and was discharged in 1947. Most at the bank or at the ASCS Office; Darwyn is a farmer. 27 of his overseas time was in the Philippines. WALTER SOKOLOFSKY FAMILY COLONEL and Mrs. CM. BACKES

Walter Sokolofsky was born in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, on April 10, 1925 to David and Marie Sokolofsky. Garnett Heil Sokolof­ sky was born in Heil, N.D. July 16, 1929 to Helmuth and Rose Heil. They were married in Carson, N.D. September 25, 1949. Their occupation has always been farming and ranching. Their children are: Sandra (Mrs. Gerald Hoerner); Sharon (Mrs. Colonel and Mrs. CM. Backes Walter and Garnett Family Roger Ruscheinsky); and Valerie (Mrs. Jim Rodgers). Colonel Clarence M. Backes was born at Clayton, Wiscon­ We bought Phil Balliet, Sr.'s farm six miles west of Car­ sin on October 8, 1933, son of Matt and Anne Backes. son in 1954. Lived and farmed in the Carson area all of our Marge was born April 12, 1937 at Carson, N.D., is the lives. Walter was County Commissioner for 10 years, from daughter of Ed and Mildred Ochoxner. 1970 to 1980. He is a director in the First South West Bank, "Casey" and Marge were married at the Fairchild Airforce of Carson, N.D. Base Chapel in Spokane, Washington on September 14, 1963. Colonel Backes is a career man in the U.S. Air Force so they have lived in Spokane, Washington; Reno, Nevada; Marquette, Michigan; Bossier City, Louisiana; Montgomery, Alabama; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They still live in Milwaukee, where Casey is stationed at FERDINAND VOLL FAMILY the Mitchell Air Force Base and Marge works for a Red Carpet Bowling Alley. Ferdinand Voll was They have three children, Kyle in college, Kelly in high born October 23, 1911 school and Kraig in the sixth grade. in Delmont, S.D., son of Margaretha Lehr and Wilhelm (Bill) Voll. In 1917 they moved from MR. AND MRS. HERBERT HABERSTROH Tripp, S.D. to their Herbert Haberstroh was born December 28, 1915 in Het­ homestead 9 miles Nor­ tinger, N.D. to Carl and Elizabeth Haberstroh. theast of Heil. He had Elma Haberstroh was born November 1, 1923 in Grant two sisters, Clara and Co. North Dakota to Gust and Pauline Tetzloff. Laurintena and they all They were married in May of 1945 in Montana. They mov­ attended school in Sun­ ed to a farm south west of Leith, N.D. in 1968. They are now ny Slope District. retired and reside in Carson, N.D. Their children are: Karen, Elsie Kenmnitz was Mrs. Steven Bailey, resides in Bozeman, Montana, with hus­ born April 20, 1912 to band and one son. Karen is a teacher. John Kemnitz and Terry and Bethany Haberstroh. One foster child Pauline Louise Lavachek, eight Erla, who lives in Union Star, MO, with husband and two sons. miles North of Heil. Son Terry and wife now operate the farm. Curtis lives in Yehka, Ferdinand and Elsie Elsie had three CA, and runs an auto body shop. brothers, Ernest, Glen and Johnny and they all attended Hobson School No. 4 in Buckskin Township. Elsie's favorite teacher was Mrs. Blanche Davison. Elsie's mother died during the flu of 1918 and Ferdinand's mother died in 1925 as a result of the 1918 flu epidemic. MR. AND MRS. A.H. EGGERS FAMILY Ferdinand and Elsie were married in 1930 and in 1937 A.H. Eggers was Grant County Treasurer for 32 years. Art, settled down in Carson Township on the former Adam Mann as he is known, was born in Carver County, Minnesota. He Farm which they bought in 1941. came to Grant County in 1909 with his parents who located They have four children which all graduated from the Car­ on a farm seven miles northwest of Carson. son High School. LaRue married Dennis Nelson of Bismarck He attended rural and Carson schools. Art served in World and they live at Redmond, Washington and have three War 2 as an Army Air Force Radar Technician. After his children, Daryl, Dwight and Debbie. discharge he became a candidate for Grant County Treasurer John married Mary Jane Hixson and they live at Huber- and was elected. tus, Wisconsin and have four children, Douglas, Brian, Mark Art married Irene Herman in 1955 and has a family of and Elizabeth, and three grandsons. three children, Cindy, Cheryl, and Wesley. James married Patti Kittleson of Beach, N.D. and they He was Grant County Treasurer when the old courthouse live at Blue Earth, Minnesota and have three children, Jodi, burned, moved his office to a downtown building and moved Jessie and Christopher. back to the new courthouse July 1, 1980. Sherry is single and lives at home. Art retired as treasurer in May, 1983. We are still living on and remodeling the old farmstead, Art also was elected and later appointed to the position to the delight of all the grandkids and their parents. of Carson City Auditor and as such served the city for 27 years, By Elsie Voll 28 retiring December,1983 MR. AND MRS. MAX RUSCHEINSKY the East and North. The last trip we took with Mr. and Mrs. John Suko (brother in law & wife) and were gone nearly a month. Henry was ailing and the Dr. advised him to go on this trip. When we returned Henry went to the hospital and in three weeks he passed away, on March 3, 1979. We had sold the farm to Darwyn. In 1967 we had a blizzard. Couldn't get to our cattle for three days. In 1978 a tornado passed through our place. Lost some large bales of hay and some calves. Phyllis married Paul K. Roth and they have three girls and one boy. In 1954 Henry Jr. went to the Army and was in for two years; was discharged and went to St. Paul, Minnesota to seek work. He works for the Waldorf Paper Factory. Married JoAnn Hensel in 1958 and resides in St. Paul. They have four girls. In 1962 Darwyn married Audrey Huber. They have one son and twin girls. They purchased our farm and reside Mr. and Mrs. Max Ruscheinsky thereon. They raise cattle, hogs and crops. Max Ruscheinsky was born to Ralph and Natailla Ruscheinsky on October 7, 1918. Philomena Miller Ruschein­ sky was born April 25, 1922 to Max and Eva Miller. They were GLENN AND INA UDELL FAMILY married March 26, 1940 at St. Gertrude's Church, Raleigh, Glenn Udell was born August 28, 1923 at Mina, S.D. to N.D. Earl and Marie Udell. Ina Fraase was born October 29, 1933 They have seven children; Ralph, Marvin, Ervin, Roger, at Carson, N.D. to Fred and Elizabeth Fraase. Glenn & lna were Linda Braun, Rose Aberle and Kathy Hauge. married April 14, 1949 at Mandan, N.D. They have 2 sons, Max and Philomena farmed and ranched for thirty seven David and Gary. years before they retired then moved into the town of Carson, Glenn & Ina and family came to Carson in July, 1952 to N.D. work for Herman Weishan as a mechanic. Glenn also worked for Joe Deichert at Deichert Implement. Glenn also worked on construction for many years while Ina and the boys stayed home so the boys could go to school. David graduated from MR. AND MRS. HENRY DIEHL Carson High School in 1969 and Gary graduated in 1970. Ina went to work for Otto Roesler at Roesler's Bar, in 1969. She is still employed in the same place but now it is called the LP Lounge. Glenn and David formed the business of D & G Auto Parts in Carson in January 1977. Gary joined the company in January 1978. David married Kathy Bader, April 16, 1971. They have four children, Jamie, Kevin, Shawn and Kelly Jo. Gary is single and lives at home.

mmm Henry and Hilda E. Diehl Family Henry Diehl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Diehl, Sr., in Carson, N.D. March 28, 1906. Hilda E. Reister was born to Mr. and Mrs. Wilhelm Reister at Medina, N.D. on August 3, 1907. They were married April 12, 1929 and lived with his parents until October 15, 1929 when they moved onto their own farm. While Henry was doing some work in the house he had me go out and plow. Had never plowed in my life before. When I had to turn the horses at the end of the field, I pulled too hard on the reins. The horses fell and about that time Henry came along and untangled them. That was the end of my Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Ruscheinsky Family plowing. Ralph Ruscheinsky was born July 18, 1940, to Max Times were hard in the following years during the "dirty Ruscheinsky and Philomena Miller, was raised on the thirties". We had very little food. And for cattle feed we cut Ruscheinsky farm south of Carson. anything and everything available; grass, thistles, etc. and Iola Hartman was born May 29, 1938 to S.W. (Whitey) managed to winter a few cattle, horses and a few chickens. Hartman and Viola Westling. Was raised on the Hartman farm We sold a few eggs and some cream to buy a few groceries. south of Carson. Both attended Janesburg rural schools and On September 20, 1931 Phyllis Irene was born. In May Carson High School. They were married on June 5, 1965. 16, 1933 Henry N. was born. And in February 7, 1939 Dar­ Children include; Denise Miller, Mandan, N.D.; Darla, Mrs. wyn D. was born. So we had our family, which we were proud Jeff Hillius, Newtown, N.D.; Jay and Rodney in Carson, N.D. of. Ralph is employed at the Carson School and Iola by Grant Had some sick spells. And we took many trips together. County Social Services and they reside in Carson, N.D. To the west coast a few times; also to Canada; and trips to 29 There is one grandson, Jesse Hillius. MR. AND MRS. RAY BRINKMAN MR. AND MRS. ARTHUR B. NUSS

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur B. Nuss Family Arthur B. Nuss was bom November 6, 1902 at Old Leip­ Ray and June Brinkman Family zig, N.D. to Henry and Emila Nuss. His wife Alvina was born May 14, 1904 to David and Katherine Steinley at Mountain Ray was born July 9, 1936 at Leith, N.D. to George and Lake, Minnesota. They were married June 19, 1928 at Heil, Alice Brinkman. June was born February 8, 1939 at Bismarck, North Dakota and farmed and ranched north and west of Car­ N.D. to Gideon and Thelma Eckman. son until they retired and now live in Carson. Their children They were married May 29, 1957 at Carson, N.D. They are: James E. (deceased) May 1, 1937 - May 17, 1973. He mar­ have four children. April born 1961; Alan born 1967; Tim born ried Angie Herald July 13, 1963 and their children are Jamie 1969; and Carollee born 1972. April is married to Randy Wells A. born on May 30, 1965; Jerold R. born June 1, 1966; and and they live on a ranch near Selfridge. Jennifer K. born on February 5, 1970. Shirley M. Nuss was Ray and June reside 17 miles south of Carson on the born May 31, 1941 and married Michael Lord July 29, 1961. former Herb Furman ranch near the CannonBall River. They Their son is David M. and he was born September 26,- 1962. also have kept in the family the land near Brisbane that was Robert L. Nuss was born November 7, 1944, and he married homesteaded by June's grandparents, L.M. & Hilma Boll. Mary Jo Jochim November 18, 1977.

MR. AND MRS. GILES E. MCDOWALL

MR. AND MRS. BERNARD BESSER

Mr. and Mrs. Giles E. McDowall Bernard Besser Family Giles E. McDowall was born June 6, 1898 to Thomas E. Bernard Besser was born December 12, 1929 at the Miller and Lillian (Knapp) McDowall in Nebraska. They moved with Midwife Home in Mcintosh, S.D., son of William Jr. and Car­ their family from Nebraska in 1906 and settled near Carson. rie Besser. Giles married Margaret A. Simon in Bismarck, N.D. on June Rose was born July 8, 1938 at her home in Sioux Coun­ 1, 1922. She was the daughter of Nickolas and Anna (Gerv- ty, North Dakota, daughter of John and Aimee Knispel. ing) Simon and was born March 23, 1898. They spent their Bernard and Rose were married October 30, 1959 at the years farming northwest of Carson. Their two children are: M. Paradise Lutheran Church, 24 miles south of Carson. Lillian in Billings, Montana and Giles E. Jr. (Gene) on the fami­ They have three daughters. Susan was born August 18, ly farm. Giles E. died November 12, 1970. 1961 and is married to Jerry Hauge. Rhonda was born September 11, 1963 and is attending N.D.S.U. Utsi was born September 21, 1970 and is still at home. All birthdays end in a one or eight. ROGER AND MARY JANE HARMON Bernard is a farmer-rancher and has done custom feed Roger Harmon was born June 4, 1933 at Carson, N.D. to grinding, custom farming, and some bartending along with Floyd and Nellie Harmon. his farming. He has been a director on the Carson Farmers Mary Jane was born November 7, 1935 at New Leipzig, Union Oil Board for several years. N.D. to Pete and Ida Lane. Bernard and Rose live on the farm south of Carson, which They were married November 27, 1971 at Carson N.D. belonged to his father. The children were bussed to Carson Roger is a janitor at the courthouse. Mary Jane was a teacher to attend school. The family are members of the St. Johns and is presently a housewife. 30 Lutheran Church, at former Paradise site, now a rural church. LARRY E. HINDERER FAMILY ROGER RUSCHEINSKY FAMILY Roger Ruscheinsky was born October 2, 1953 in Elgin, N.D. to Max and Philomena Ruscheinsky. Sharon Ruscheinsky was born June 5th, B^^^"*^ '^ 1952 in Elgin, N.D. to m ~*\^ * Walter and Garnet Sokolofsky. They were I wl married October 5, 1973. Their children are: Tabatha, 8 years ffn old; and Kari Jo, 5 (Pi u years old. Roger is HE$£ > ] \fl the Grant County Treasurer and Sharon is Florence, Larry, Chad and Lisa the Avon Representa­ Larry E. was born at Carson, June 1938 to Paul Jr. and Roger and Sharon, Tabatha tive. Mary (Schadler) Hinderer. He was raised on a farm 25 miles and Kari south of Carson. The first eight grades were attended in Paradise country school which was 1 V2 miles from home. He had to walk and in bad weather rode a horse. He stayed at his GERALD AND SANDRA HOERNER FAMILY Grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hinderer, Sr., who had retired in Elgin, while attending Elgin High School. After graduation, Gerald was born he attended Hanson's Mechanical School at Fargo. He served March 16, 1946 at Man­ in the Navy from 1957 to 1961. He worked at Renton, dan, N.D. to John and Washington for about a year. Tillie Hoerner. Florence Knispel was born at Flasher, ND in May 1943 Sandra was born to John and Aime (Arch) Knispel and was raised on a farm June 8, 1950 at Elgin, in Sioux County. She attended eight years of country school N.D. to Walter and near home. She graduated from Mcintosh (SD) High School Garnet Sokolofsky. and attended one year at Bismarck Junior College. She worked They were married part-time at the ASC Office in Mcintosh. October 11, 1969 in Larry and Florence were married in Renton, Washington, Carson, N.D. They have Feb. 27, 1963 and moved back to the farm. two children; Chad, 14 They have two children, Lisa Mae, born November, 1968 and Marcy, 7. and Chad Paul, born August, 1971. They both attend Carson The Hoerners moved Grade and High School. to Carson in 1970 where Gerald worked as janitor at the cour­ thouse until 1981. They Gerald, Sandra, Marcy bought the Oscar Hirn- and Chad ing farmstead and MR. AND MRS. DAVID SOKOLOFSKY started farming and Anne, daughter of raising hogs. Gerald also works for Bader Construction. San­ Mr. and Mrs. Conrad dy is janitor for the First SW Bank and makes flowers and dolls Trautman, born as a pastime. September 24, 1923 at Elgin, N.D. She attend­ ed rural and high JIM AND ALICE BERTCH FAMILY schools in Grant Co. and worked as a Jim Bertch is the son telephone operator in of Joyce and Pete Bismarck, N.D. Bertch of rural Carson. David, son of David On March 24, 1973 he and Marie Sokolofsky, married Alice Him- born May 24, 1918 at fa melspach of rural Glen Mountain Lake, Min­ Suit Pv Ullin. She was the nesota. At the age of six daughter of Emelia and came to North Dakota t the late Louie Anne and David with his parents. He at­ Himmelspach. tended rural schools in Grant County. His younger years were Jim and Alice live spent in C.C.C. and as a laborer in Montana and Minnesota. one mile north of Car­ David served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1945. He * son. They are both bus served overseas in the invasion of Normandy and D Day. He ft "* drivers for Carson was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. ,;V Public School and are They were married April 7, 1946 at Elgin, N.D. and resid­ also engaged in farm­ ed on a farm northwest of Carson until 1974 when they mov­ ing near Selfridge. They ed into Carson where David is Grant County Service Officer --A have three children, and Anne has been a homemaker for social services. Jim, Alice and Children Chasidy Mae, born They have two daughters and four sons, one son died in December 22, 1973; infancy. Their children are: Douglas David; Randall Jamie; Cody Jame, born January 14, 1976 ; and Corbin Lee, born David Wayde; Patricia Anne; and Vickay Lynn. 31 February 13, 1980. MR. AND MRS. ANTON K. BRUNER children, Connie and Jessie and they live at Almont, N.D. Kenneth married Kathie Kuntz of Flasher, they have two children, Colby and Jededieh and they reside at Fort Peck, Montana. Jim married Vicki Smith of Oklahoma City, they have one child, Dustin and they reside at Chandler, Oklahoma. Ernest and Rachel reside at 412 Dakota Street, Carson, N.D.

MR. AND MRS. JOE HERTZ

Mr. and Mrs. Anton Bruner Family Mr. and Mrs. Anton K. Bruner came to Carson April 18, 1948. Mr. Bruner was Farmers Home Administration Super­ visor for Grant and Sioux Counties for 22 years. He retired after 33'/2 years in government service. Tony passed away January 6, 1978. His wife Ann still lives in Carson. They were blessed with seven children: Mark, and Paul live in Kenai, Alaska; David and Mike in Bismarck, N.D.; Pat (Mrs. Guy Thoreson), Denver, Colorado; Mary (Mrs. Rod Kielty) and Connie in New Port Richey, Florida. The Bruners have seven grandchildren. The above picture was taken December 24, 1975. They Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hertz Family are back row; Mike, Dave and Mark. Middle row; Connie, Pat, Joe Hertz was born to Anton and Margaret Hertz at St. and Mary. Front; Paul, Tony and Ann. Joseph, N.D. on April 3, 1910. Marie Hertz was born to Nick and Elizabeth Ackerman at Kenmare, N.D. on May 11, 1911. They were married June 28, 1932. They have always been MR. AND MRS. ERNEST PITTSLEY farmers and ranchers. They purchased the John Huber farm in 1944, and moved to Carson, N.D. in 1972. Their children are: Darlene; Virgil; Donald; Joann and Gary. They have 17 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Joe Hertz was born, raised and spent his entire life in Grant County except a few months spent in Rapid City, S.D. •issW Joe Hertz died March 19, 1981 after a long illness. MR. AND MRS. HAROLD W. KRAUSE

• •• "" • • • <*»»?* • Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Pittsley Family Ernest E. Pittsley was born February 12, 1930 at Watford City, N.D., son of Ernest H. and Irene Pittsley. Rachel was born August 7, 1934 at Arnegard, N.D., daughter of William J. and Edna Faulkner. Ernest Pittsley married Edna Rachel Faulkner July 15, 1950 at Sidney, Montana. The Pittsley's moved to Carson July 10, 1959 and pur­ chased the Adolph Zeller, Sr. residence. Ernest has been employed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for 31 years. He has served 12 years on the city council board and has been an active member of the Carson Wildlife Club and Carson Commercial Club. Rachel was substitute school bus driver for 13 years and is an active member in the Deli and Bakery at Mr. and Mrs. Harold W. Krause the Carson Super Valu Store. Both are active in community Harold W. Krause was born March 5, 1918 at Hazen, North affairs and are members of the St. John Lutheran Church. Dakota, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Krause, Jr. Edna C. They have four children; Sophie, Ken and Jim graduating Krause was born February 22, 1925 at Dodge, North Dakota. from the Carson High School and Sally graduated through Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lee. Harold and Edna NDSUIS. were married February 10, 1946 at Hazen. They moved to Car­ Sophie married Wm. Carr of New Hampshire, they have son and became associated with the Krause Super Valu and two children, Adam and Amanda and live at Christine, N.D. continued in business until February, 1984. They have three Sally married Larry Erhardt of Almont, they have two 32 sons, Gary, Wayne and Brian. MR. AND MRS. TOM HAUGE for one year and back to North Dakota and lived at Pettibone and Stanton. He was Chief of Police at Richardton from 1966 to 1972, and then moved to Halliday and owned a bar for six years. Tony went to work for Dunn County in 1979 and Arlene is a cook at Prairie Land Inn in Beulah. They have seven children; Curtis is married to Tammy Benjenan; David; Betty is married to James Brezden; Lillian is married to Warren Hoffman; Pat; Susan; and Jennifer are still living at home.

MR. AND MRS. OTTO ROESLER

Tom and Becky Hauge Family Tom was born May 6, 1952 at Elgin, N.D. He is the son of Ardath and Dorothy Hauge. Becky was born in Mandan, N.D. on June 15, 1953. Her parents are Gordon and Ramona Cofer. They both attended school in Carson. Tom attended two years of college at NDSU in Fargo before returning to the farm to help his Dad. Becky attended Valley City State College for one year and then work­ ed as a secretary in Bismarck until their marriage on September 29, 1973. After their marriage they farmed in partnership with Tom's parents until 1981, when they purchased the farm. In November 1983 they adopted a baby boy, Jordan Otto and Betty Roesler Family Thomas. Otto Roesler was born November 26, 1911 to Ernst and Emilie Roesler at Eureka, S.D. Betty Herm was born August 13, 1916 at Strasburg, N.D. to John and Ida Herm. MR. AND MRS. GILES E. MCDOWALL III They were married November 26, 1937 at St. Paul, Min­ nesota. They have six children, Sharon, Susan, Linda, Leslie, m Michael and Kathleen. Otto is now deceased but was the manager for the Farmers Union Oil Company in Wilton and Flasher for many years. After that he owned Roesler's Bar in Carson, N.D.

MR. AND MRS. ANDY KLEIN

Giles E. (Gene) McDowall III Family Giles E. McDowall III was born to Giles E. and Ina (Allen) McDowall Jr. at Elgin, N.D. on May 24 1952. His wife Marlys (Guttramson) McDowall was born at Williston on February 13, 1954 to Harry N. Guttramson and Ruth E. (Schwartz) Guttram­ son. Gene and Marlys were married at Carson May 22, 1976 and have two children; Sarah, 6 and Rhonda, 2. Gene attended North Dakota SSS at Wahpeton. He started farming with his folks in 1972. They are the fourth genera­ tion on the family farm. They are members of First Andy and Lily Klein Family Presbyterian Church where Marlys sings with the choir and Andy Klein was born to Andrew and Rachel Klein at Lin­ is substitute church organist. ton, N.D. on October 11, 1921. His wife Lily, daughter of Christopher and Nellie Parker of Sheffield, Yorkshire, England was born on March 5, 1921. They met while both were serv­ ing in the Armed Forces and were married in Sheffield on MR. AND MRS. TONY KUNTZ FAMILY March 31, 1945. Andy had gone to England on the Queen Tony Kuntz was born January 14, 1937 at Brisbane, N.D., Mary and Lily came to New York on the same ship. They have son of Tom and Maria Kuntz. lived in Carson since that time. Andy is Grant County Register Arlene Arndt was born February 21,1942 at Leith, N.D. of Deeds and Clerk of Court and Lily has been a teachers aide daughter of Carl and Hazel Arndt. for 15 years. Their children are: Marvin Andy, Raymond Lee, Tony and Arlene were married January 25, 1958 at the Steven James, and Mary Kay. Anthony drowned in Lake St. Theresa Church in Carson. Tchida on August 1968. Tony served in the Navy from 1955 to 1957, ran the Pictured above are Mary Kay, Lily, Andy and Ray with elevator in Leith from 1958 to 1963, moved to South Dakota 33 Steve and Marin in second row. MR. AND MRS. JOHN TRAXEL Leonard worked on the N.P. Railroad for 25 years and did some farming and painting. They had one son, DuWayne who married Loye Ozbun of Flasher in 1960. They were blessed with two children, Douglas and Robin. Douglas was born April 21, 1961 at Mobridge, S.D. and Robin was born August 2, 1963 at Bismarck, N.D. Douglas worked at Peavy Elevator at Mandan but now works at Peavy at Napoleon, N.D. Robin married Timothy Edinger on September 4, 1981 and they live on a farm N.E. of Carson. DuWayne married Rudy Rein on February 7, 1975. I MR. AND MRS. REINHOLD STEVAHN John and Mary Traxel and Son John was born on September 25, 1915, at Hatlon Sask, Canada to Mr. and Mrs. Theophil Traxel. His father died when he was three years old. His mother moved to Grant County and married Christ Kist who is also deceased. John grew up in Grant County, later marrying Mary (Babe) Melvin of Mcin­ tosh, S.D. on September 2, 1941. They lived on a farm east of Brisbane, later moving to Carson. They have one son, David E., who now lives in Renton, Washington. David and his wife, Sue, have three children, Max, Charles and Jenny. John has now retired and lives in Carson. Mr. and Mrs. Reinhold Stevahn Family MR. AND MRS. DICK KRAFT Reinhold Stevahn was born December 7, 1901 at Wishek, N.D. to Michael and Barbara (Imhoff) Stevahn. Ida (Martell) Stevahn was born May 10, 1908 at Villa, N.D. to Jacob Martell, Sr. and Christina (Guthmiller) Martell, Schiable. Reinhold Stevahn and Ida Martell were married Feb. 2, 1924 at Elgin, N.D. They were farmers, laborers and now retired. Mr. Reinhold Stevahn passed away June 8, 1964. Mr. and Mrs. Reinhold Stevahn had the following children: Barbara Udell, (deceased); Edna Cole, Portland, Oregon; Er- na Babcox, Livingston, Montana; Leo, Pleasant Hill, Califor­ nia; Ruth Blanset, Arleta, California; Leona Pekas, Mott, N.D.; Ina Pekas, Mott, N.D.; and Reiny, Lemmon S.D.

MR. AND MRS. MARK T. KOENING

Dick and Kay Kraft Family Dick Kraft was born January 27, 1945 in Mobridge, S.D. to Jacob and Elizabeth (Reis) Kraft. Kay Stevenson was born July 31, 1946 in Bismarck, N.D. to John and Karen (Jacobs) Stevenson. They were married September 2, 1967, in Carson, N.D. They have two children: Karen, 15; and Jason, 12. Dick is a metal and wood worker - cabinet maker - ran­ cher. And Kay works in a bank. Dick and Kay both attended Black Hills State College. Both are former high school, col­ lege and N.D.R.A. rodeo contestants. Kay is the granddaughter of Don Stevenson II, the first sheriff of Grant County and great granddaughter of Don Stevenson I, who had the first ox team freight service from Bismarck, N.D. to the Black Hills. Mark and Eileen Koening and Family Mark was born November 4, 1952 to Ted and Tecla Koening. MR. AND MRS. LEONARD MOOS FAMILY Eileen was born December 14, 1954 at Elgin, N.D. to Leonard Moos was born October 11, 1903, Northeast of William and Dorothy Woodbury. Elgin, son of Peter Moos and Katherine (Bauer) Moos. They were married November 16, 1973 at the Catholic Sarah (Heil) Moos was born March 29, 1907, one mile Nor­ Church in Carson, N.D. Their children are Spence, Holly, Laci thwest of Heil, daughter of Michael Heil and Barbara (Bauer) J. and one deceased son, Matthew. Heil. Mark and Eileen farm south of Carson. Eileen is a tax Leonard and Sarah were married February 22, 1920 at assessor for Schultz Township and Mark does carpenter work Heil, North Dakota. 34 in his free time. They had another child in October, 1984. MR. AND MRS. JOE HARTMAN FmHA Board, and is currently the Grant County Commis­ sioner. Naomi was active in the area Art Association until she passed away in June 1981. Kelly graduated from Carson High School and attended BJC. He returned home to farm with his father and set up a hog confinement system. On December 28, 1979 he married Marcy Held from New Salem. They have two children, Andrea Marie and Kendra Ann. Both Marcy and Kelly are active in ND Pork Producers. Marcy currently is President of S.W. Region Porkettes and on the ND Board of Directors. •4, <#m V Jody also graduated from Carson High School, and at­ tended BJC. In August 1979 he married Patty Hager of Bismarck. They then moved to Fargo where Jody attended NDSU for 2 years. They then returned home to engage in far­ ming with his father and brother. They also have two children, Tyler Scott and Lexie Jae. Jody is currently on the board for the Carson Fire District and Patty is a member of the Carson Joe and Dian Hartman and Familiy Art Association. pit. Joe Hartman was born on December 20, 1935 at Carson, N.D. to Peter and Margaret (Deichert) Hartman. He resided on the family farm six miles south of Brisbane, N.D. and moved to Carson in 1958 to work for the Farmers MR. AND MRS. THEODORE ZIMMERMAN Union Oil Company. Dian was born January 16, 1940 at Elgin, N.D. to Joe and Leah (Spangenberger) Zeller and resided six miles north of Heil, N.D. and moved to Carson to work as a waitress and bar maid. They were married May 29 1964 at Carson, N.D. and have resided there ever since. Their children are Steven, Michael, Daniel and Debra. Steven works at the Carson Super Valu Store. Michael works for Professional Cleaners in Billings, Montana. Daniel and Debra still attend school at Carson, N.D.

MR. AND MRS. JEROME E. SONDAG

Theodore and Esther Zimmerman Family Theodore Zimmerman was born November 10, 1907 at New Leipzig, N.D. to Gottlieb and Johanna Zimmerman. Esther Schutz was born May 22, 1918 at Burt, N.D. to Carl E. and Katherina Schutz. They were married December 10, 1940 at the Newburg Church at Burt, N.D. They have six children; LeRoy, Nancy, Duane, Clinton, Larry and Teena. Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman farmed for many years and retired to Carson in April 1974.

Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Sondag Family MR. AND MRS. MICHAEL HEIL FAMILY Jerome Edward Sondag was born in Carrington, N.D. and Michael Heil was born December 27, 1862 at Roerbach, Karla Kay Sondag was born in Jamestown, N.D. Russia. He lived there until the spring of 1887, when he with They were married August 22, 1964 in Sykeston, N.D. his family moved to Menno, South Dakota. He farmed near Mr. Sondag is a high school principal and math instructor. Menno until the fall of 1905, when he moved to Heil, North Their children are Mark, Michael and Gere Ann. Dakota, being one of the first to settle in that vicinity. After We came to Carson in 1970. Mr. Sondag is a high school an illness of about four weeks, Mr. Heil was taken to the St. principal, math instructor, basketball and track coach. Alexius Hospital at Bismarck on January 29. In spite of the best of medical care his condition remained unchanged and on April 16th there was a sudden change for the worse. He passed away the following Day, Easter Sunday, April 17, 1927. His funeral was held at the Heil Reformed Church, of which MR. AND MRS. WENDAL DAWSON FAMILY Mr. Heil was for many years a member. Wendal Owen Dawson was the youngest son of Ralph and He was survived by his wife, Barbara Heil, three sons, Ed­ Ora Dawson. He was born at Rugby, N.D. on June 14, 1931. ward Heil, Helmuth Heil, and Eugene Heil; four daughters, (Bar­ In the fall of 1931 he moved with his family to the Heart River bara) Mrs. C.H. Dietz, (Regina) Mrs. John Edinger, (Metha) Mrs. Ranch, where he grew to manhood. Ketterling and (Sarah) Mrs. Leonard Moos, one brother, two On December 19, 1953 he married Naomi Cusic from En- sisters, thirty-one grandchildren and many other relatives. dicott, Nebraska. They continued to live on the Heart River Mr. Heil was respected by all who knew him. He was a Ranch for 4 years when they moved to the Leo Ingram farm devoted Christian, honest and upright in all his dealings, and 17 miles NE of Carson where they raised two sons Kelly Owen his influence for good will be long remembered. and Jody Scott. Wendal has been active in Carson Lions, As of 1984. Sarah Moos is the only one of Michael's school board, Board of Directors for Fire Department and the 35 children living. MR. AND MRS. HARLAN WERNER is a dietition at the Veterans Hospital at Fargo. Clayton has spent five years in the US Marine Corps, and has been work­ ing in the area the last two years. Cory lives in Bismarck, work­ ing at the Holiday Plus Store, is engaged to be married in Ju­ ly of 1985. Tracy is a sophomore at Roosevelt Public School.

MR. AND MRS. DONALD G. BRINKMAN

Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Werner Family Harlan Werner was born November 10, 1942 at Elgin, North Dakota to Henry J. and Emma (Fuchs) Werner. Mary (Pfau) Werner was born to Joseph and Gertrude (Gustin) Pfau in Flasher on April 22, 1942. They were married in the St. Donald and Rita Brinkman Family Lawrence Church in Flasher, N.D. on June 22, 1963. They farm and ranch southeast of Carson. Their children are; Rose Ann, Donald Brinkman was born June 5, 1933 to George and born June 13, 1964; Mary Jane, born June 14, 1965; and John Alice (Wessel) Brinkman, in Schultz Township in Grant County, Allen born on October 3, 1966. North Dakota. Rita Ferguson was born May 1, 1944 at Elgin, N.D. to Delbert and Ann Ferguson. They were married October 5, MR. AND MRS. DONALD F. ZELLER 1962. They have two children, Jay and Connie. They are ranchers and live south of Carson.

MR. AND MRS. JOHN STEVENSON

Donald and Bonita Zeller Family Donald was born January 27, 1934 on the farm South of Leith, to Henry and Leontina (Mueller) Zeller. Bonita was bom February 6, 1936 in the Leith telephone office (her mother was the operator) to Leslie R. and Mabelle Rogers Anderson. On November 23, 1955 they were married at Immanuel Lutheran Church parsonage at Elgin, N.D. Bonnie was teaching at the Cowan School, south of Leith, and Donnie was living at home, helping with the family farm. They lived Mr. and Mrs. John Stevenson Family upstairs in the big house until February 1956 when by then the small school house which was filled with grain was sold. John Stevenson was born at Leith, N.D. on October THey painted, moved their furniture in and Bonnie said she 18, 1905 to Don Stevenson and Bell Baker Stevenson. He at got a brand new electric stove. Their other furniture was us­ tended the Leith schools. ed, some they had and the rest was borrowed from other family Karen Jacobs Stevenson was born at Brisbane, N.D. on members. They used the basement bathroom and also did the February 14, 1910 to John Jacobs and Alma Sorum Jacobs. washing there, as they had no water works. By November of She graduated from Brisbane High School and attended 1958, they moved into the big house as Wanda had arrived Dickinson State College. and they were expecting Clayton. Donnie's folks had bought John Stevenson and Karen Jacobs were married in Mcin­ a home in Bismarck. Their first piece of land that they pur­ tosh, S.D. on August 27, 1938. chased was from Grandpa Zeller (Gottlieb, Sr.) in 1958, by then John Stevenson was a rancher, a livestock dealer, a rodeo they also milked cows, besides having range cattle, and far­ producer and an implement dealer most of his life. ming. In July 1980, they built their present home in Carson. Karen was a school teacher for several years; also a book­ Bonnie worked at the school as a teacher's aide during the keeper and a rodeo secretary for many years. 1981-82 school year. Donnie became a full time mail carrier They have one daughter, Kay Kraft, who has two children, in 1982. Karen and Jason. John Stevenson passed away May 22, 1980. Wanda was married in May 1983 to John Peterson. She 36 MR. AND MRS. ART RAESHKE BRUCE AND RICKY FUCHS FAMILIES

Art and Lenora Raeshke and Cyndy Mr. and Mrs. Mr- and Mrs- Art Raeshke was born August 26, 1907 at Louisville, Ken­ Bruce Fuchs, and Ricky Fuchs and tucky and came to Goodrich, N.D. at the age of 1 '/> years. He Jessica Joshua graduated from Goodrich High School, attending NDSU, Bruce was born March 19, 1948 to John and Lillian Fuchs. Fargo, where he graduated in 1933 with a BS Degree in Phar­ He attended Carson school, graduating from Carson High macy. He interned in Crosby, N.D. and Flasher, N.D. purchas­ school in 1966. Bruce spent four years in the U.S. Air Force, ing the Carson Pharmacy in 1938 from Dr. L.B. Moyer and serving one year in Thailand during the Viet Nam War. He owned and operated the store for 42Va years, selling it to Don graduated from Mary College in 1972. Bruce married Sandra Stoebner in September, 1979, after which he retired. Lippert in Bismarck on July 16, 1971. They have one daughter, Lenora Huber was born September 19, 1920 at Carson Jessica. Bruce and Sandi live in Bismarck. Bruce is employed and graduated from Carson High School and attended NDSSS, by the N.D. State Highway Department. Sandi is a Medical Wahpeton, taking a course in secretarial. She worked at Car­ Secretary at St. Alexius Medical Center. son Pharmacy for 38 years. Ricky was born on November 26, 1950 to John and Lillian Cyndy Raeshke was born April 7, 1957 to Art and Lenora Fuchs. He attended Carson school, graduating from Carson Raeshke. She graduated from Carson High School in 1975, High in 1968. He attended Bismarck Junior College for one attended NDSSS, Wahpeton, graduating with an Associate in year and spent two years in the U.S. Army, serving one year Science Degree in Computer Programming. She is presently in Viet Nam. Ricky married Mary Jane Emter in Carson on employed at Blue Shield in Fargo. October 18, 1974. They have one son, Joshua. Ricky and Jane live in Gackle, N.D. where Ricky is the Postmaster. Jane is a receptionist at the Gackle Clinic. MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM S. ZENKER

MR. AND MRS. HENRY J. WERNER

William and Roxanne Zenker Family The Bill Zenkers live on a farm north of Carson. Bill was born at St. Josephs Hospital in Dickinson, N.D. on October 15, 1958. His parents are Wilmer and Elizabeth Zenker of Bismarck, N.D. Bill moved from his home farm in New England in 1977 and worked in the Grant County State Bank. Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Werner Later he worked at the Carson Ready Mix where he still works Henry J. Werner, son of John and Lydia (Hieb) Werner part-time. was born in Eureka, South Dakota on January 4, 191 1. Em­ Roxanne was also born at St. Josephs in Dickinson on ma (Fuchs) Werner, daughter of Philip Fuchs, Sr., and Doredea March 12, 1961. Her parents are Joe and Ida Binstock of Leith, (Salzer) Fuchs was born June 5, 1911 at Paradise, N.D. They N.D. Roxanne moved from New England to Leith at age 2, were married November 20, 1932 at Elgin, N.D. and have two where she lived until she married Bill. children: Marvin married to Patricia Turner and have five girls; Bill and Roxanne were married November 30. 1979 at Car­ Wendy, Heidi, Dawn, Amy and Missy. They live at Mobridge. son. Roxanne worked at the Grant County State Bank from S.D. Harlan married Mary Pfau and have three children; Rose May 1979 to February 1980. Ann, Mary Jane, and John Allen. Henry and Emma farmed The couple have three children: Corissa Jean, 4'/2; Joshua and milked until they retired ten years ago. They went through William, 3'/2; and Heather Jo, Vh. the dry and dusty thirties, grasshoppers, hailstorm in 1942 In 1981, Bill and Roxanne moved to a farm north of Car­ that left hail to be shoveled out of the house the next day. Yet son, the former Larry Kamrath farm. They love the farm life they have had good times with the bad times in their 52 mar­ and believe it is the best place to bring up their children. 37 ried years. MR. AND MRS. O.C LOEFFLER MR. AND MRS. ELMER C FINCK

Ann Loeffler O.C. Loeffler We moved to Carson shortly after the New Year of 1943 and resided in the Shane apartments, now known as the Car­ Elmer, Emilie and Family son Drug Store. Oscar went to work for Jake Loeffler, the then Elmer C. Finck was born May 3, 1912 in Heil, N.D. to Fred county treasurer. and Magdalene Finck. Prior to that year Oscar taught school in the Heart Butte Emilie Finck was born December 2, 1913 in Carson, N.D. area, also north of New Leipzig for 10 years. to John and Lydia Scheerer. Two years later Oscar ran for office of Register of Deeds They were married October 20, 1935. They are farming and held that office for 30 consecutive years until the time 21/2 miles Northwest of Carson, N.D. They have three children: of his death. Also, while he served as Register of Deeds he Harold, living on the farm; Nyla, married Gary Tietz, and was the Income Tax Practitioner for Grant County. resides in New Leipzig; and Vernon married Janice Rider and In 1966 we built the laundromat and the 14 unit trailer resides in Campo, Colorado. court, which I still own and manage. We also rented from the The family lived in Heil, N.D. for ten years, where Elmer city a lot which is now the motel, and which served as an worked in the Albert Lah Coal Mine. In 1946 they moved to overflow for the trailer court. a farm 2'/2 miles Northwest of Carson, N.D., where they are During our years in Carson, Oscar served on the school still living. board for 12 years. We have one son, Forrest, who had his schooling in Car­ son, and graduated from the School of Pharmacy at NDSU MR. AND MRS. JAMES STREIFEL in 1969, and is now practicing pharmacy in Aurora, Minnesota, where he owns his own drugstore and home. We built our new home in 1968, located on Northeast Grant Street, next to the laundromat and trailer court, where I presently reside. I like a small town.

MR. AND MRS. TOM R. MCDOWALL

James, Theresa and Family Tom R. Wilma James S. Streifel was born July 7, 1946 at Beulah, N.D. Tom R. McDowall was born at Carson, June 24, 1906. His to Wendlin J. and Barbara Streifel. father and mother were T.E. McDowall and Lillian Knapp Theresa B. Streifel was born March 22, 1950 at Dickin­ McDowall. son, N.D. to Joe and Theresa Erker. Wilma Werner was born at Lark, March 3, 1910. Her They were married September 16, 1972 at St. Paul's parents were Chas. Werner and Mary Belle Crawford Werner. Catholic Church, Halliday, N.D. Tom and Wilma were married April 30, 1927 at Carson. Jim is superintendent of the Carson School and Theresa They farmed north of Carson for a few years. Then from 1942 is a homemaker. to 1945 Tom worked in the shipyards at Portland, Oregon and Their children are: Douglas, age 9 yrs; Ryan, age 7 yrs.; Prince Rupert, California. During this time he learned the trade and Joshua, age 2 yrs. of plumbing and pipe fitting, which was the business he and "Jim and I both grew up near Dodge, N.D. Attended and his sons carried on most of the rest of his life. Tom died July graduated from school there. We both attended Dickinson 18, 1973. State College. Jim attended Officers Training School - U.S. Eight children were born to Tom and Wilma, being: Air Force in Texas." Wilma, Tom, Judith, Bonnie, Lyle, Marley, Darryl and Dawn. "After our marriage we lived near London, England. Upon Bonnie died in 1945 and Darryl in 1958. The other children completion of service we moved to Grand Forks, N.D. where are living in various parts of the United States. Jim received his Masters in Education Administration." There are now 20 grandchildren and 12 great "We lived in Zap, N.D. for three years and in Carson for grandchildren. 38 seven years." RANDALL SOKOLOFSKY FAMILY RICHARD BAY Randall, son of Richard Bay, the son of R.A. Bay and Amelia Steinley Bay, David and Anne was born at Carson, N.D. on April 6, 1911. He served his coun­ try in World War II in the New Guinea sector. After his return Sokolofsky was born from the army in 1945 he farmed in the Flasher area until his April 15, 1957 at death in 1975. Elgin. He attended school in Carson and graduated from Car­ JOHN BAY son High School in John Bay was born at Carson, N.D. on April 25, 1913 and 1975. He attended has lived in the Carson area since then. On July 6, 1945 he Wahpeton School of married Mildred Fliehman of Seattle, Washington. Mildred died in September, 1960. They had four children; Joyce Werre Science for two of Reno, Nevada who has two daughters, Michelle and Allison; years. He was Janice Emter of Almont, N.D. who has three children, Kristy, employed as a Eric and A.J.; Paulette Schaaf of Eldorodo Springs, MO. who Randall and Wendy mechanic in Bis- has three children, Dustin, Kimberly and Stephanie; and Daryl Fliehman Bay of Glen Ullin, N.D. * marck and in Sac­ John Bay was the son of R.A. Bay and Amelia Steinley ramento, Calif. He worked in the oil fields near Belfield Bay. and operated a truck for a local trucker. Wendy, daughter of Bob and Diane Schriock, was born July 9, 1963. She attended schools in Grant Coun­ CHRISTIAN SAUTER ty and graduated from Carson High School in 1982. She Christian Sauter was born April 5, 1872 in Waterloo, attended DSC for one year. Beresan District, Kherson Province of South Russia. He was They were married on June 25, 1982. They establish­ the youngest son of Georg Sauter and Christina nee Traut- mann. He left Waterloo April 15, 1892 and emigrated to the ed and operate a dairy farm north of Carson. United States. He went to Menno, South Dakota and worked as a farm laborer. On December 26, 1897 he married Lydia Elizabeth Haisch daughter of Jakob Haisch and Helena nee THE BAY FAMILY Schulz. They lived in the Menno area until his brother Jacob Sauter came to this country and he homesteaded on the nor­ One hundred years ago the first generation of the Bay theast quarter of section 10, township 134N., range 87 West, family arrived in New York harbor where they got their first northwest of Carson. He engaged in farming until 1950 when glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, which gave a promise of hope, he moved to Carson. They had five sons: Karl born December, courage and freedom. This first generation of the Bay family 1889 and died 1911 and Helmuth born June 22, 1907 and died traveled on to Mountain Lake, Minnesota where the family 1911; Herbert born February 13, 1911 and died in 1973; Ed­ stayed until the turn of the century. Only one son, Emil Bay, win born September 10, 1915, married Cora Frances (Blair) stayed in the Mountain Lake area. The oldest son, David Bay Denton, and resides in Casper, Wyoming; Raymond born May and family migrated to Rush Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada. 8, 1921, married Ruth (McDowall) Eggers, and died in 1957; Reinhart Bay (R.A. Bay) had already settled in Loma, Cavalier and Gertrude, an adopted daughter, married Dan Hone. Christ County, N.D. a few years previous, but in 1910 he and his fami­ suffered a stroke on the 9th of August, 1952 and died the 21st ly moved to Carson, N.D. where a few years earlier the Fredrick of April 1953. His wife, Lydia, died October of 1954. Bay family had arrived from Mountain Lake, Minnesota. One of the brothers, Jacob Bay, moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. A sister, Mrs. Alex Quindt, with her family, moved to Iowa, BARBARA KNODEL SCHUBERT and another sister, Mrs. Geo. Herbel, lived in Durham, Kansas. nee HOLZMANN Six generations of the Bay family have been citizens of Barbara Holzmann was born July 27, 1865 in Worms, this country since the original arrival of the first Bay family Beresan District, Kherson Province of South Russia to Anton mfembers. The descendants of the R.A Bay and Fredrick Bay and Julia Holzmann. She married Phillip Knodel October 25, families have been residents of Grant County since 1910 when 1887. She was a sister to Sophia (Mrs. Jacob) Sauter. They Carson had its beginning. Of these original settlers there re­ came to America with the Jacob Sauter family and were on main the following members in the Grant County vicinity, the same ship with them. They lived in Menno, South Dakota namely: until they filed a homestead on section eight, twp 135, range John Bay, Fred Bay, Sam Bay, Jake Bay, Edmond Bay, 86 West. They lived in Menno, South Dakota from 1903 to Mrs. Tillie Heinitz, Mrs. Martha Sick and Mrs. Pauline 1906. They had eight children, six of whom died young. The Anderson. other two were Jacob who was born September 29, 1891 and died April 12, 1913, and Henry Knodel who was born March 20, 1896, married Julia Schwemmer, daughter of David REINHARDT (R.A. BAY) BAY Schwemmer and Catherine Schriock, November 28, 1917 in R.A. Bay was born in Dreispitz, Russia and immigrated Mandan, N.D., and he died July 19, 1972 in his home in Car­ to the U.S.A. at the age of 17. He homesteaded near Langdon, son. Julia died December 2, 1982. Henry and his wife farmed N.D. He was born May 24, 1875. In 1902 he married Amelia section 8, twp 134, range 86 west until 1946 when they mov­ Steinley. They had four children, Pauline Anderson of Almont, ed into town. He served on the school board for many years, N.D.; Samuel Bay of Oconomoc, Wisconsin; Richard Bay, and they belong to the Trinity Lutheran Church. deceased; John Bay of Carson, N.D. Phillip Knodel died June 8, 1915. Barbara Knodel mar­ Mr. Bay died in 1963 and Mrs. Bay died in 1972. ried Gustave Schubert in 1917. They moved to Carson where he was a local contractor busy building homesteads and town PAULINE BAY ANDERSON homes. In 1913 he was the overseeing carpenter for the Car­ Pauline Bay Anderson, daughter of R.A. Bay and Amelia son School, and on December 10, 1919 he received the con­ Steinley Bay, was born in Cavalier County, N.D. on March 24, tract to complete the courthouse basement to furnish living 1905. She married William Anderson of Flasher, N.D. He pass­ quarters for the county sheriff. He died October 18, 1930. Bar­ ed away in Mesa, Arizona in 1971. bara Schubert died October 28, 1946 in Mandan, N.D., in a Pauline Anderson now lives in Almont, N.D. rest home. 39 GRADUATES OF 1968 CARSON HIGH SCHOOL Bay, Paulette; Bentz, Floyd; Bertch, David; Borchert, Harvey; Cofer, Colin; Dahners, Jeffrey; Diehl, Sharon; Edinger, 1960 Arlyce; Fuchs, Ricky; Fuchs, Ronald; Hauge, Audrey; Hauge, Arndt, Albert; Bader, Margie; Bonogofsky, David; Clark, Daphne; Herman, Helmuth; Jacobs, Kathy; Kauffman, Roman; Ray (deceased); Danzeisen, Ivan (deceased); Deichert, Caroline; Livermore, Dale; Meyers, Suzanne; Miller, Ronald; Porter, Diehl, Kenneth; Finck, Myla; Flitsch, Roland; Heinert, Loret- David; Renick, Debbie; Roll, Mary; Skretteberg, Monte; ta; Hirning, Doris; Miller, Marie; Mohr, Henry (deceased); Roll, Steinley, Sheila; Steinmetz, Lyle; Tibke, James; Traxel, Geraldine; Uttke, Lucille; Varns, Carroll; Varns, Charles; Wood­ Dayton; Wingenbach, Janice; and Zimmerman, Clinton. bury, Claire; Woodbury, Dale; and Zimmerman, LeRoy. 1969 1961 Babel, Robert; Bachmeier, Leo; Becker, Murray; Bentz, Anderson, Jerri; Bohn, Ronald; Erickson, Kathleen; Karen; Bohn, Julie; Bruner, Mark; Cofer, Robbyn; Deichert, Flitsch, LuEllia; Grandpre, Delores; Handegard, Mary Lou; Luke; Diehl, Norman; Fuchs, Sandra; Gappert, James; Ger- Hauge, Diane; Hauge, Phyllis; Heinert, Alvina; Hertz, JoAnn; nand, Sarah; Green Wanda; Gomke, Linda; Haberstroh, Karen; Holloway, Peggy; Johnson, Dr. Gary; Johnson, Marlyn; Hammerstadt, Patricia; Hauge, Charlie; Hintz, Ted; Huber, Kamrath, Larry; Latusek, Harold; Livermore, Ronald; Massey, Wayne; Johnson, Randy; Koenig, Jeanette; Krause, Brian; William; Mortenson, Annette; Mund, Janice; Riehl, Theodore; Lidstrom, Robert; Lutz, Ingrid; McDowall, Margy; Mund, Ruscheinsky, Marvin; Schatz, Victor; Sokolofsy, Shirley; Vet- Augusta; Pittsley, Sophia; Riehl, Rodney; Scholes, Greg; ter, Natalie; Weekes, Jeffrey; Zeller, Frederick; Zimmerman, Sokolofsky, Sandra; Udell, David; and Zimmerman, Norman. Harold; and Zimmerman, Nancy. 1970 1962 Bay, Steven; Bentz, Jane; Bertch, James; Bruner, David; Bohn, Virginia; Chesrown, Dawn; Danzeisen, Rodney; Christensen, Peggy; Cook, Mary Jane; Delzer, Dexter (deceas­ Dietrich, Jonathan; Evens, Charles; Ferguson, Rita; Finck, Ver­ ed); Diehl, Bonnie; Diehl, Dean; Hartman, Casper; Hauge, Tom; non; Grandpre, Diana; Hauge, Kent; Huber, Audrey; Latusek, Heim, Cynthia; Heinz, Robert; Johnson, Linda; Johnson, Susan Donald; Lavachek, Lyle; McDowall, Dawn; Rath, Leona; (deceased); McDowall, Gene Jr.; Meyer, James; Mohr, Muriel; Roesler, Linda; Scheerer, Raymond; Schriock, Donald; Stoller, Pfliiger, Audrey; Schadler, Steven; Schatz, Anna May; Sokolof­ William; Tetzloff, Pauline; Tibke, Doris; Wagner, Bonnie; sky, Sharon; Striegel, Cheryl; Udell, Gary; Voll, Stanley; Wells, Weinberger, Diane; and Woodbury, Alan. Owen; and Wingenbach, James. 1963 1971 Broadhead, Jerome; Diehl, Marlene; Dirk, Beverly; Babel, Jennifer; Braun, Sandra; Chesrown, Arlene; Cofer, Fickert, Richard; Hafner, Ralph; Heinitz, Vema; Huber, LeRoy; Becky; Danzeisen, Clayton; Diehl, Charles; Diehl, Patsy; Ger- Johnson, Dennis; Loeffler, Forrest; McDowall, Sandra; Mat- nand, Lucy; Hauge, Dan; Hauge, Susan; Jones, Mark; Kempf, tis, Elmer; Mohr, Ruth; Mund, Harold; Teker, Carol; and Zim­ Greg; Kitzman, Kim; Koenig, Mark; McDowall, Tom; Riehl merman, Edmund. Bradley; Ruscheinsky, Roger; Schock, Jerry; Steinle, Pamela; Stoller, Mary; Striegel, Douglas; Wallum, Carolyn; Wingen­ 1964 bach, David; Zeller, Christine; Zeller, Joan; Zeller, Kathleen; Asbridge, Thomas; Bader, Marilyn; Bay, Joyce; Bohn, and Zimmerman, Larry. Larry; Borchert, Maxcine; Dahners, Wayne; Diehl, Sandra; Gappert, Bonnie; Haberstroh, Curtis; Hartman, Pauline; Hirn­ 1972 ing, Gerald; Johnson, Allan; Johnson, Wayne; Lundstrom, Bachmeier, Gerald; Borchert, Max; Bruner, Patricia; Milton; Nagel, Darlene; Renick, Paul; Roster, Terry; Schatz, Chesrown, Darwin; Christensen, Jane; Christensen, Joan; Carol; Scheerer, Carol; Stevenson, Kay; Tibke, Lyla (deceas­ Diehl, Arlette; Dixon, Linda; Fuchs, Bonnie; Fuchs, Coyle; ed); Tibke, Norma; Wagner, Marcia; Weekes, Garda; and Goetz, Kim; Grimm, Belinda; Herold, Dan; Kielty, Cheryl; Weinberger, Janice. Klein, Steven; Peterson, Debbie; Pfliiger, Evan; Ruscheinsky, Kathy; Schadler, Karen; Scholes, Jennifer; Stewart, Jeffrey; 1965 Striegel, Terrie; Tibke, Patsy (deceased); Wallum, Diane; and Berdahl, Orley; Bohn, Mitchell; Danzeisen, Leland; Diehl, Wingenbach, Kenneth. Roger; Fliehman, Roger; Flitsch, Rose; Gappert, Gerald (deceased); Grandpre, Ronald; Handegard, Royal; Hauck, 1973 Richard; Hauge, Cindy; Hauge, James; Hauge, Patrick; Huber, Bentz, Kathie; Bertch, Amy; Bohn, Bruce; Braun, Ronald; Gerald; Klein, Marvin; Krause, Gary; Mohr, Thomas; Mund, Bruner, Michael; Chesrown, Wayne; Dixon, Ronald; Fischer, Ervin; Renick, Judy; Roesler, Leslie; Skretteberg, Rodney; Joel; Gappert, Joy; Gebeke, Dawn; Haas, Lynn; Hauck, Sokolofsky, Patricia; Striegel, Jeanette; Warfield, Vivian; Timothy; Johnson, Julie; Kitzman, Jerry; Pittsley, Kenneth; Weinberger, Jerry; Woodbury, Larry; Zeller, Joleen; Zimmer­ Riehl, Audrey; Roesler, Michael; Schock, Bobby; Schock, Rita; man, Elsie; and Zimmerman, Duane. Scholes, Rebecca; Schriock, Cynthia; Stern, Rebecca; Trax­ el, Clinton; Wagner, Carol; Wallum, Michael; Woodbury, 1966 Eileen; Woodbury, Russell; and Zimmerman, Lyle. Borchert, Margo; Brinkman, Beverly; Diehl, Shirley; Dirk, Susanna; Flitsch, Dennis; Fuchs, Bruce; Gappert, Joan; Goetz, 1974 Brenda; Hammarstedt, Diane; Heinitz, Lyle; Hertz, Gary; Arndt, Audrey; Borchert, Margie; Deichert, Daniel; Diehl, Koenig, James; Lavachek, Keith; McDowall, Sharon; Miller, LaVonne; Diehl, Wayne; Gernand, Agnes; Haberstroh, Terry; Elaine; Mortenson, Eileen; Riehl, Steven; Roth, Carol; Hanson, Ralph; Huber, Keith; Ketterling, Sandra; Koenig, Lin­ Schadler, Reuben; Schock, Roger; Striegel, Claudia (deceas­ da; Pagel, Curby; Schock, Linda; Sokolofsky, Valerie; Sokolof­ ed); Voll, Beverly; and Woodbury, Lloyd. sky, VicAllen; Stewart, Sydney; Striegel, Pamela; Voll, Shirley; Wells, Janice; Wingenbach, Arnold; and Wingenbach, Bette 1967 (deceased). Asbridge, Susie; Bay, Janice; Becker, Larry; Belden, James; Borchert, JoAnn; Chesrown, Vaughn; Cofer, Rocklyn; 1975 Fuchs, Gary; Gunsch, Ervin; Handegard, Larry; Hauck, Rueben; Babel, Marty; Babel, Rocky; Braun, Wayne; Bruner, Mary; Hintz, Shirley; Huber, Harold; Huber, Yvonne; Johnson, Judy; Christensen, Linda; Dawson, Kelly; Eggers, Cindy; Fliehman, Johnson, Lowell; Klein, Raymond; Krause, Eileen; Krause, Steven; Francis, Cindy; Grimm, Keith; Hanson, John; Hauge, Wayne; McDowall, Faye; Metz, DuWayne; Pfliiger, Douglas; Jerry; Heim, Jeff; Heinz, Elizabeth; Mutschelknaus, Bruce; Porter, Kathy; Riehl, Jeffrey; Schatz, Patricia; Schock, Kathy; Paulson, Rodney; Paulson, Roger; Peterson, Sharon; Pfliiger, Scholes, Douglas; Stern, Virgil; Striegel, Wanda; Voll, Sherry; Doyle; Raeshke, Cyndy; Scholes, Candice; Scholes, Carmen; Wagner, Judy; and Zeller, John. 40 Solokofsky, Randy; and Striegel, Melody. 1976 1985 Arndt, Robin; Bentz, Duane; Bliss, Kathleen; Braun, Gary; Bestler, Mike; Binstock, Tracy; Brinkman, Alan; Hoff, Danzeisen, Rebecca; Diehl, Jim; Gernand, Michele; Haas, David; Johnson, Darren; Moffet, Pattie; Muggli, Carollee; Dean; Kielty, Susie; Laub, Bruce; McDowall, Peggy; Miller, Ruscheinsky, Rod; Schadler, David; Schock, Eldon; Sokolof­ Kevin; Miller, Terry; Mutschelknaus, Russell; O'Connell, Deb­ sky, David; Steinley, Maurie; Werner, John; Wingenbach, bie; Pittsley, Jim; Theurer, Pamela; Theurer, Rickie; Weekes, J.erry; Woodbury, John. Doreen; Wells, Jennifer; White, Douglas; Wingenbach, Marilyn; Wingenbach, Pat; Woodbury, Robert; and Zeller, Wanda. CARSON PIONEER MEMORIES By Pauline Bay Anderson 1977 Time flies by so quickly it hardly seems possible that I Chesrown, Lori Jo; Dawson, Jody; Eggers, Cheryl; should already be writing about the by gone years of 1910 and Fischer, Noel; Gernand, Mary; Hauge, Melanie; Hauge, call them memories of pioneer days: It all seems so recent. Melodie; Heim, Gregory; Hoff, Mary; Johnson, Patti; Schriock, I can remember arriving at our Carson destination in Cherie; Sokolofsky, Vickay; Stern, Pamela; Striegel, Jeffrey; 1910. My parents came in an immigration train car with cat­ Tibke, Brian; Wells, Randy; Wingenbach, Diana; Zeller, tle, horses, chickens and machinery, as well as the household Clayton; and Zeller, Julie. belongings from Loma, N.D. reaching Almont, N.D. The 1978 railroad track to Carson was not yet built. This track through Bohrer, Brenda; Edinger, Clifford; Fischer, Ronald; Fuchs, Carson was later built and known as the South Branch of the Jody; Gernand, Yvonne; Jones, Paul; Koenig, Theresa; Northern Pacific. My mother, brother (Samuel) and 1 caught McDowall, Tami; Miller, Denise; Mutschelknaus, Wanda; a ride with the mailman who delivered mail out of Almont to O'Connell, Russell; Peterson, David; Riehl, Laurel; Steinmetz, the Noel Post Office, North of Carson. We lived with my grand­ Dale; Theurer, Larry; Wells, Craig; Werner, David; Wingen­ parents, Fredrick and Sabina Steinley for a month while our bach, Ronald; and Zimmerman, Teena. home was built. For a few years we attended Sunny Slope School known 1979 as the Steinley School. In 1914 Harper School No. 3 was built, Arndt, Lori; Bachmann, Sharrell; Bachmeier, Kevin; but while it was being constructed we had school for about Balliet, Linda; Bertch, Patti; Besser, Susan; Binstock, Roxanne; a month in the A.J. Heinz grocery store. One room of their Brinkman, April; Bruner, Connie; Bruning, Robert; Dahners, small dwelling was used for a small country store. We used Christopher; Eggers, Wesley; Fischer, Karen; Haas, Donn; the counter for our desk. I don't remember how well stocked Hertz, Jackie; Hoff, Beth; Messer, Keith; Miller, Darla; Miller, this store was, but I do know that they sold apple cider! The Todd; Riehl, Sheryl; Roesler, Kathy; Schock, Jeff; Schriock, only reason 1 know this is because 1 remember this Saturday Valerie; Steinmetz, Vicki; Stern, Susan; Stewart, Dan; Striegel, treat when the folks came back from grocery shopping - - a Jerome (deceased); Wingenbach, Debbie; and Zeller, JoAnn. big gallon jug of it! But no refrigerator to keep it cool. Everybody walked to school those days. There were no 1980 school busses. On cold stormy days our father took us with Binstock, Monte; Bonogofsky, Michelle; Bruner, Paul; a team and sled. It wasn't easy to plan on attending high Edinger, Dwight; Hauck, Mike; Hoff, Jamie; Kielty, Bob; Klein, school. In most cases it meant staying in town with kind Mary Kay; Miller, Andra; Miller, Troy; O'Connell, Robert; hearted people who gave us a chance to work for our board Schock, Greg; Schriock, Wako; Steinley, DeLana; Steinmetz, and room. In my case it meant staying in town weeks at a time Nancy; Theurer, Brent; Weekes, Patsy; Wells, Lisa; Werner, because we had no cars available and the trip by team was Mark; Wingenbach, Gary; Wingenbach, Gloria; and Zeller, a long 12 mile trip not made too often. Many tears were shed Cory. by this 13 year old girl, especially at bedtime. People were very neighborly. There was much visiting done. If it was an evening visit, we went early and always got 1981 home again by 9 o'clock, no later, whether it was the old folks Bertch, Angie; Besser, Rhonda; Binstock, Jody; Bonogof­ or the young folks. We kept hours! sky, Brenda; Deichert, Agnes; Diehl, Sherry; Haas, Glenn; Handegard, Jamine; Hartman, Steve; Hertz, Jamie; Hoff, DENNIS JOHNSON FAMILY Kathy; Koenig, Carol; Messer, Todd; Miller, Stacy; Muggli, Dennis, son of Clarence and Charlotte Johnson, was born Tim; Mutschelknaus, Robin; Pfliiger, Darin; Roth, Rolanda; at Lorenzen Memorial Hospital in Elgin, July 6, 1945. His wife, Sauter, Jack; Schock, Velvet; Schriock, Pamela; Schriock, Marlene, daughter of Ruben and Delores Diehl, was also born Wendy; Voll, Melinda; Wells, Casey; Welch, Rebecca; Werner, at Lorenzen Memorial Hospital on Feb. 25, 1945. They were Shelley; Wingenbach, Annette; and Zeller, George. married June 26, 1964 at the Congregational Church (now the United Church of Christ) by Rev. Martin Grosz in Carson and 1982 are engaged in farming and ranching. They both were born, Bauman, Terry; Binstock, Kelly; Hertz, Joan; Hoff, James; raised and educated in the same area they now call home. They Johnson, Tana; Koenig, Connie; Massee, Mike; McDowall, met during their high school days and were married a year Kerri; Messer, Craig; Metz, Brenda; Paulson, Rollie; Schock, after graduation. Their parents were both farm families, so go­ LaRue; Schock, Valerie; Steinley, Jody; Theurer, Shawn; ing into farming on their own was their dream from the start. Werner, Cynthia; Werner, Rose; and Wingenbach, Paula. We have four children. Diane Kay was born at Lorenzen 1983 Memorial Hospital on May 23, 1965. She attended grade and high school at Carson and graduated in 1983. She is atten­ Bachmann, Darrell; Balliet, Larry; Binstock, Kathy; Brun­ ding college at UND Williston majoring in Fashion Merchan­ ing, Alyce; Handegard, Cyndy; Hartman, Mike; Hoff, Robert dising and is also working at Maurices. Darren Lee was born Johnson, Diane; Laub, Tracy; Massee, Jerry; Messer, Valerie at Bismarck Hospital on July 6, 1967. Darren also attended Metz, Ronald; Muggli, Jean; Schock, Vance; Schriock, Scott grade and high school at Carson and graduated in 1985. Deb­ Sond'ay, Mark; Stewart, Darryl; Voll, Melvina; Werner, Mary bie Ann was born at Bismarck Hospital on March 7, 1972. She Werner, Nancy; and Wingenbach, Brian. is presently in the seventh grade at Carson. Last but certainly 1984 not least, there is Dustin Ray born at Bismarck Hospital on Bonogofsky, Lori; Coyle, Travis; Diehl, Kent; Hertz, Reed; August 29, 1977. Dustin is also attending school at Carson Kamrath, Mike; Mortenson, Kurt; O'Donnell, Jodi; Riehl, Pat­ and is presently in the second grade. ty; Ruscheinsky, Jay; Schock, Lavern; Schock, Valerie; As you can see the age difference between Diane and Schriock, Wade; Skretteberg, Diana; Steinmetz, Mark; Tim- Dustin, our involvement in school and community activities boe, Neva; Wingenback, JoAnn; and Zeller, LuCinda. 41 will be going on for sometime to come. ELMER'S ROCK SHOP defeated by Werner Hehn in a very close election. In 1961 Nick Schmitz replaced A.F. (Tony) Fischer. In 1962 Gary Lentz was hired as manager replacing Albert Finck who had resigned. At the annual 1963 Stockholders meeting approved a by­ law change to comply with Federal Law requiring 20% of the annual earnings to be retired in cash. In 1967 the oil company moved into the new station. It was a great improvement in being able to serve the patrons more efficiently. At the 1967 annual meeting Leroy Arndt replaced Nick Schmitz as director. 1968 saw John L. Scheerer retire from the board and he was replaced by Dale Strom. At the 1969 meeting Gary Lentz had resigned as manager, the new manager was Gary Goetz. At the 1970 election Jim Nuss and Ed Ochoxner were elected to replace Dave Steinley and Leroy Arndt. In 1971 Bernard Besser and Harlan Werner were elected, replacing Dale Strom and Godfrey Schriock, who had served twenty-five years. Elmer and Irene Wentlandt In 1972 Leo Bachmeier was elected to finish the unex­ pired term of Ed Ochoxner. At the 1973 election Clarence In February 1972, Irene Wheeler of Carson and Elmer Messer replaced Jim Nuss. Wentlandt of Mott were married. Elmer had retired as a Stan­ dard Oil Bulk agent in 1971. Ervin Metz was hired as manager in 1971. In 1973 Lester Heim was hired as manager. In 1976 the board hired Otte Irene was still working at the post office so they decided Roesler as acting manager. In October of 1976 George Massee to live in Carson. As a hobby other than fishing, traveling, was hired as manager. gardening and a large yard to take care of, Elmer has his rock and lapidary shop. He was always interested in pretty and At the 1977 annual meeting Dale Strom was elected unusual stones-picking them up here and there, at home and replacing Harlan Werner. At the 1982 meeting Norman Miller in his travels. He began with tumbling and now has a modern replaced Clarence Messer. shop which consists of a rock saw and a diamond grinder, sander and polisher. He also has a vibrating lap. He orders CARSON most of his rocks from companies that also carry the findings The Carson exchange was placed in service on March 21, he uses in making pieces of jewelry. Some of the main items 1918, by the North Dakota Independent Telephone Company he makes are belt buckles, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and acquired by Northwestern Bell in March in 1924. necklaces, stick pins, pen sets and key chains. The telephone system was connected to dial operation Visitors at the Rock Shop have been from many states in 1940 and it was necessary, because of growth, to replace besides Africa and Japan. Carl Kinnoin brought his fourth this equipment in 1947. In 1959, a new telephone building grade science class from Roosevelt School one afternoon on was constructed. The central office capacity was increased to a field trip. Elmer has also shared his lapidary shop with the provide for three direct long distance circuits between Car­ homemakers club. son and Bismarck. CARSON FARMERS UNION OIL COMPANY In June, 1964, a $102,000 telephone project was started. In order to meet the increasing telephone requirements for Carson, it became necessary to replace the central office capacity. Rural service was provided to 69 new customers in an area 12 miles wide and 23 miles south of Carson. Nearly 100 miles of buried wire and cable was used. The rural pro­ ject was unique because there was no visible aerial wire or cable on telephone poles. Farm phones were served with buried entrances and the only visible construction was the 4V2 foot steel posts for termination test points. The number of telephones customers could call without a long distance charge nearly quadrupled in March, 1974. The local calling area for Carson telephone users now included Elgin and New Leipzig. A $483,000 improvement project was undertaken in 1977 to replace multi-party lines and provide additional switching equipment. Completion of this project would result in all customers having one-party service available to them. Carson officially entered the age of computerized telephone calling on October 28, 1983. A new "Remote Swit­ The first Farmers Union Oil Company service in Carson ching System" was put into service then. The new system was the operation of a substation out of Elgin. makes use of a sophisticated computer located at Bismarck, The Carson Farmers Union Oil Company was organized allowing residents of smaller communities to enjoy the advan­ in 1946. It was incorporated in March, 1946 and the first direc­ tages of advanced telephone technology. Calls are completed tors were: Godfrey Schriock, Ted L. Zeller, Vern Lonie, Deane by computer, rather than the older mechanical switching Lavachek, Alex Schriock, Adolph Kopp, Rueben Zeller and methods. Touch-Tone service is now available. The pushbut­ John G. Steinley. All of these names appear as directors prior ton service permits even faster dialing and completion of calls. to the annual meeting on November 14, 1947. At that meeting In addition, the company offers "Custom Calling" features. Godfrey Schriock, Vern Lonie, Rueben Zeller, A.F. Fischer and Speed Calling, Call Forwarding, Three-Way Calling and Call Wm. Besser Jr., were elected as directors. Albert Finck was Waiting are all available to Carson customers. Local Measured the first manager. In 1951 David Steinley Jr. was elected to Service is also available. With this service, Carson customers the board to finish Lonie's unexpired term. At the 1953 pay a reduced rate for their local telephone services. Each call meeting John L. Scheerer was elected to the board replacing is billed based on duration and distance with discounts Deane Lavachek. available based on time of day and/or day of week. There is There were no further changes of membership on the no charge for incoming calls. New, faster procedures also went board of directors until 1960 when Wm. Besser Jr. was 42 into effect for credit card, collect and person-to-person. Mr. Peterson got the newspaper off to a good start and NEW-FANGLED TECHNOLOGY.... in July, 1911, he sold to J.D. Bell, who was to be the publisher OLD-FASHIONED RATES for 23 years. Bell, while publisher, put out a Booster Issue on The telephone exchange at Carson was acquired from the November 18, 1915. This issue carried pictures of business North Dakota Independent Telephone Company by Nor­ places and farmsteads in Grant County at that time and it also thwestern Bell in the merger of March, 1924. had a history of the area and touched on the future that the There have been many improvements and changes over area might have. the years. Today, telephone cable is buried underground, Mr. Peterson passed away at the age of 73 on November customers can dial their own calls, and all calls are completed 25, 1942, and Mr. Bell died November 23, 1948. quickly and efficiently. Merritt F. Harding began working for J.C. Bell in 1922 Northwestern Bell has been pleased to have been part of and bought the newspaper on September 1, 1934. Mr. Bell Carson's history. We look forward to continuing to serve this purchased the first linotype and Harding was the first linotype area. operator in the County. The linotype machine set lines of type Local Telephone Service Is Still at 10 lines per minute. A Good Deal. Harding sold the Press to Al Madison in 1948 and he sold the newspaper to Hugh Fitzpatrick on March 1, 1954. Fitz- patrick operated the Press until his death on June 8, 1956. Mrs. Fitzpatrick continued to operate the Press after her hus­ band's death. Later, she married Kenneth Stewart and operated the Press until her death on May 7, 1960. Willard Ketterling purchased the Press in 1960 from the CARSON PRESS Myrtle Stewart Estate and operated it until February, 1975. In 1975 the Press was purchased by Duane and Gail Schatz who continue to operate the oldest newspaper in the county. Duane became involved with the Press while going to high school in the 1950's and was a full-time linotype and press operator until he was drafted into the military service in June, 1959. CAHSOK PRESS The Press has made many strides since 1975, when the building was completely remodeled, including insulation, new steel siding, new windows, and new carpet. In September, 1975, two type setting computers were purchased and the newspaper went from letter press to offset in order to better serve the increased numbers of subscribers. The building was rented to Dr. Marvella for one year in late 1970's so that the community would have a doctor. The Press is published each Wednesday and is enjoying the largest circulation of readers of all times. Although the Press is not the official newspaper of the county, it still remains the official newspaper of the City of Carson, the Carson School District and in 1979, became the official newspaper of the Ci­ ty of Flasher and the Flasher School District. The old linotype is no longer used and is setting in a cor­ ner in the Grant County News building in Elgin. It will even­ tually be put in the Grant County Museum, along with many other historical pieces of equipment. The new equipment, consisting of several Compugraphic computers, sets type now at 32-40 lines per minute in various sizes compared to the linotype at 10 lines per minute.

DAKOTA OAK CABINET SHOP

Duane, Gail, Mary and Mike

The Carson Press was established in May, 1908, by A.E. Peterson, and is two years older than the City of Carson. The Press is celebrating its 77th year in 1985. One of the new businesses in Carson is the Dakota Oak The first Press office was in a building situated on a hill, Cabinet Shop, located just off the highway south of town. north and west of the present school buildings, along with a Opened in 1984. small store and lumber yard. The Press building was moved It is owned and operated by Dick Kraft who is a master to what is now downtown Carson and was occupied by Mrs. craftsman in wood, metal, plastics and leather. He makes Emma Zeller. The present Press building was built by J.C. Bell beautiful furniture, specializing in cabinets. He also does any in 1916-17. 43 kind of remodeling and refinishing. {Wauaea

DENNIS AND MARY RAAB Dennis was born August 14, 1949 at Mott, N.D., to Vern and Delores Raab. Mary was born November 28, 1955 at Elgin, N.D., to Ar­ KRAUSE'S SUPER VALU chie and Ellen Wyman of Mott, N.D. Fred Krause and Edwin Krause purchased the Super Valu They were married May 30, 1973 at Mott, N.D. They have Store from Walt Schweigert on October 1, 1944. About a year three children, Jason, 11 yrs., Amy, 7 yrs., and Andrew, 2 yrs. later Harold Krause joined his Dad and brother as a partner. They came originally from Mott, lived in New Salem 3'/2 A few years later Fred Krause sold his interest to Edwin and years before moving to Carson in April of 1977. They opened Harold. up the Carson Ready Mix. Dalles Krause, son of Edwin and Pauline Krause, was a The Ready Mix has been in business since 1977 and has partner for about a year before he purchased the Super Valu grown from a small yellow trailer, 2 old 6 yard mixers to a Store in Hazen, North Dakota. big shop, 2 - 8 yard mixers, 1 semi, and 2 gravel trucks. They In January, 1973 Edwin and Pauline Krause sold their in­ enjoy doing business with Grant County people and plan on terest, in Krause Super Valu to Harold and Edna Krause. making Carson their permanent home. In February, 1984, Harold and Edna sold the store to Mit­ chell Bohn.

CARSON PHARMACY JOHN AND GERTRUDE WAGNER AND PHYSICIANS Art Raeshke purchased the Carson Pharmacy from Dr. John and Gertrude Wagner were raised on Grant County L.B. Moyer in 1938. In 1944, he moved the pharmacy into the farms. Both have taught school in Grant County and have rais­ former E.L. Shane Hardware Store building where it resided ed a family here. "We are proud of our state. As farmers we until it was demolished in 1984 and now a 6-lane bowling alley learned to love the land and do not like the wrecked and va­ occupies the site. cant farms that were once happy, thrifty homes with large In November, 1940, Dr. F.C. Lorenzen came from Halli- families. All of our five children are married and we have thir­ day, N.D., and located in Carson, practicing until he retired teen grandchildren and three great grandchildren that make and moved to North Hollywood, CA, in May 1949. He made us feel young again." yearly visits to Carson to spend the summers and did some "Now retired, our hobbies are agate rocks, lamps and practicing at the drug store. He passed away in 1969. Dr. windchimes. We take these to craft sales where we meet many Moyer passed away in 1981. nice and interesting people."

FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA ROOSEVELT PUBLIC SCHOOL The Carson FFA chapter received their charter from the The Roosevelt Public School District continues to provide North Dakota FFA in 1961. an excellent educational program. The elementary and secon­ The first state officer and American Farmer was Jerome dary schools have continued to receive accreditation by the Broadhead in 1961, who was State FFA President. Department of Public Instruction and test results indicate that The next state officer was Jim Diehl in 1976, who was students consistently score above the state and national Southwest District Vice President. averages. Kevin Bachmeier was the second to receive the American School facilities have been improved in recent years. In Farmer Degree. He did so in 1982. 1964, a 14,000 sq. ft. high school addition was completed. We have had five State FFA champion judging teams: In 1968, the athletic field was purchased. In 1981, an energy Meats in 1983, Livestock in 1979, Dairy Products in 1966 and conservation remodeling project was completed. Since 1977, 1967, and Crops in 1962. mobile classrooms have been available for additional voca­ The Vo. Ag. and FFA have always received great support tional education courses. The school district has also provid­ from the Carson community. 44 ed "door to school" bus service since the late 1950's. CARSON MEALS PROGRAM GRANT COUNTY ABSTRACT COMPANY The Carson Meals Program under the direction of the County Division of Morton County occurred in 1916 and North Dakota Aging Services was organized and started ser­ Grant County was the result. Even after division, Grant Coun­ ving congregate and home delivered meals to Senior Citizens ty is one of the largest counties in the state of North Dakota. (60 years or older) in September, 1982. The Long Branch Cafe All of the records pertaining to Grant County needed to and Lounge, Bob and Lillian Coyle, Owners, cook and serve be transcribed to Grant County records. Many errors were the noon meals. The daily average attendance has been about made in the transcriptions; especially in deeds having mineral 30 persons. reservations. And years later some of the companies owning The board is composed of eleven members, five senior these minerals went to court and redeemed their minerals. This citizen representatives and six appointed representatives of was especially true of the Northwestern Improvement Com­ local organizations and churches. Nancy Grade of New Leip­ pany (the land holding company for the Northern Pacific zig is the Director and Mabel Danzeisen is the local Railway Company). coordinator. Morton County Abstract Co. then formed the Grant Coun­ The matching funds needed to finance this program are ty Abstract Co. with Frank Feeney as abstracter and manager. donations from organizations in Carson, churches and con­ A building was completed to house the new Grant Coun­ cerned citizens. ty Abstract Co. Several fund raisers have been successful, plus the daily Dean Helland was manager and Abstracter from January contributions given at meal time. 2, 1924. The present officers are: Leah Balliet, president; Delbert Then on June 1, 1925 it was again taken over by Frank Ferguson, vice president; James Streifel, secretary; and Feeney as abstracter. His last working day was April 11,1932. Herbert Huber, treasurer. This is sponsored by a non-profit (Frank Feeney had passed away). organization, the Carson Commercial Club. Dr. R.H. Leavitt, President of Grant County Abstract Co. The purpose of this program is to care for the senior hired Frank J. Ruemmele as abstracter. His first working day citizens through furnishing one balanced meal five days a week was April 21, 1932. and the companionship of others by congregating and enjoy­ Then came all the farm loans during the "dirty thirties" ing company. We feel this is one of the most worthwhile and and all the abstracting for the Heart Butte Dam. rewarding projects in Carson. Frank J. Ruemmele sold the Grant County Abstract Co. to Mr. Kenneth Peterson January 1, 1965. CARSON PARK

CARSON MANOR The Carson Manor was built by Herman Haas and Otto Roesler in 1977 with tenant occupancy in November. There are 10 units, each consisting of living room, bedroom, kitchen, bath and storeroom. There is a large community room with kitchen and laundry facilities for the tenants use. In 1980 Otto Roesler bought out Herman Haas and in 1982 it was sold to Ray Brinkman.

IP, ; ^* "z^^ZA^a 1 ' ^ ^.,. ^mUmmr;. \ **c^ " jpppaw*.- ¥: The Carson Park District was established in 1966 with the BALLIET TRUCKING following board of Park Commissioners. Phil Balliet spent most of his adult life trucking. In 1934 President, Reuben Zeller; vice-president, John G. Steinley; he began as school bus driver - often going with horses and clerk, Cleo Berdahl; treasurer, Delores Chase. sled due to the heavy snows. He hauled many loads of coal Some of the accomplishments of the park board include to homes and grain and cattle locally to market. the city street markers, horse shoe court, tennis courts, city As time progressed he advanced to tractors and semi­ park improvements, and improvement of Softball diamonds. trailers, hauling agricultural produce to points in South The present board of park commissioners are: Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Iowa, Nebraska and Colorado. Harold Krause, president; John Zeller, vice president; Nan­ His son, Donald, trucked with him until 1970 when he went cy Fuchs, clerk and treasurer; Joe Hartman, commissioner; on his own. Wayne Strand, commissioner; and Everett Johnson, Phil was forced to retire in 1974 due to ill health. 45 commissioner. GRANT COUNTY STATE BANK 1972 Mayor, F.J. Ruemmele; Councilmen, Ervin Metz, Lloyd Kempf, Richard Miller and Ernest Pittsley; and Auditor, Art Eggers. 1974 Mayor, F.J. Ruemmele; Councilmen, Ervin Metz, Ernest Pittsley, Richard Miller, and Delbert Ferguson; and Auditor, Art Eggers. 1976 Mayor, Joe Braun; Councilmen, Ervin Metz, Pete Bader •Jr., Delbert Ferguson, and Ernest Pittsley; and Auditor, Art Eggers. April 1980 Mayor, Joe Braun; Councilmen, Sam Bay, Ernest Pittsley, Pete Bader Jr., and Delbert Ferguson; and Auditor, Art Eggers. July 1980 1960 - 1984 Delbert Ferguson appointed mayor. In early 1961 Lloyd C. Kempf, former examiner for 1982 Department of Banking and Financial Institutions, joined Mayor, Richard Miller; Councilmen, Ernest Pittsley, Idar Hernett and Hegeholz as owner and was elected President and Handegard, Kenneth Diehl, and Pete Bader Jr.; and Auditor, Managing Officer succeeding A.O. Flatland who retired. Art Eggers. Mr. Kempf continued with the bank until 1973 when the 1984 bank was sold to a partnership headed by George Francis Jr. Mayor Richard Miller; Councilmen, Idar Handegard, Ken­ Mr. Francis acted as President and managing officer for five neth Diehl, Vaughn Chesrown and Pete Bader Jr.; and Auditor, months until his untimely death while at work in October of Nancy Fuchs. 1973. D.C. McVay was appointed manager to fill the vacancy created by George' Francis' death. In May 1975 the bank was again sold, this time to Wilmer Zenker and Marvin Lutz, farmers from the Regent - New England area. McVay continued as manager until his semi-retirement on June 30, 1976 when the reins were turned over to Wilmer Zenker as President. Later Zenker purchased the Marvin Lutz interest in the bank. In February of 1981 Zenker sold his interest in the bank to Mr. William Clairmont of Bismarck, the present owner. Growth of the bank during these years is indicated by the need for additional space. In 1966 the original building was torn down and a new modern building was erected more than PRODUCTION CREDIT ASSOCIATION doubling the size of the facilities. Again in 1976 the building OF MANDAN was added on to, increasing working space by 50%. In early 1984 the name of the bank was changed to First Southwest Bank - Carson. Deposits have grown steadily through the past 25 years from just over $2,000,000 in 1960 to a total in excess of 14 million in 1984. 1984 officers, directors and employees are: William Clairmont, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Walter Sokolofsky, Director; Ray Miller, Director; Reuben Heupel, Director; Wayne Forgey, President; D.C. McVay, Vice President; Deborah Clarys, Assistant Vice President and Cashier; Ruth Wenger, Assistant Cashier; Janice Giese, Assis­ tant Cashier; Elaine Ehleringer, Teller; Geraldine Metz, Book­ keeper; Kay Kraft, Bookkeeper-Secretary; Donna Wutzke, Roll Secretary; Sandra Hoerner, Custodian; Lucille Atkinson, Custodian; Alvina Wang, part time Teller; Bonnie Michelson, part time Teller-Secretary. Front row, left to right: Darlene Erickson, Donna Balliet and Dell Rae Hausauer. Second row: Bob Wingenbach, Darrin Schwagler, Dennis Boyle and Ken Diehl. CITY OFFICIALS FROM The PCA of Mandan had opened a one day contact of­ 1960 TO PRESENT fice in the Grant County Courthouse in the fall of 1976. The 1960 spring of 1977 a Carson Branch Office was opened full time Mayor, F.J. Ruemmele; Councilmen, Floyd Hixson and in the El Rancho Motel awaiting completion of the new PCA Harold Krause; Treasurer, Delores Chase; and Clerk, Art office which was being built. The employees were Beth Eggers. Wingenbach, Danny Stroh and Andy Waldock. By October of 1966 1977, the PCA staff was able to move into their new building. Mayor, F.J Ruemmele; Councilmen, Sam Rambur and Another employee, Darlene Erickson, was hired. Harold Krause; Treasurer, Delores Chase; and Clerk, Art The fall of 1980, an addition was added on to the pre­ Eggers. sent PCA office, along with an open house celebration in the 1968 spring of 1981. Mayor, F.J. Ruemmele; Councilmen, Joe Braun, Richard At present there are six employees at the PCA of Man­ Miller, Ernest Pittsley and Arnold Metz; Auditor, Art Eggers. dan, Carson Branch. They are: Ken Diehl, Branch Manager; 1970 Bob Wingenbach, Loan Officer; Dennis Boyle, Loan Officer; Mayor, F.J. Ruemmele; Councilmen, Lloyd Kempf, Joe Darrin Schwagler, Loan Officer; Darlene Erickson, Secretary Braun, Ernest Pittsley and Richard Miller; and Auditor, Art and Agrifax Assistant; Del Rae Hausauer, Secretary/Recep­ tionist; and Donna Balliet, Secretary. Eggers. 46 GRANT COUNTY VETERINARY SERVICE thru Diechert Chevrolet at Flasher, sometime in July 1974. Delivery was made at fair time, as the ambulance was driven in the parade by Mrs. George Francis. It was named the George Francis Memorial Ambulance. Some time before its arrival four Carsonites, JoAnn O'Donald, Mary Lou Ketterling, Reno Grade, and Joe Hartman completed the EMT training course held at Elgin. The purchasing committee turned the ambulance over to the city for management and operation. Mayor Frank Reum- mele appointed Delbert Ferguson, then a member of the city council, to manage the service and keep the books. The Am­ bulance Committee was elected at a meeting of interested per­ sons. They were Harold Krause, Dennis Johnson, Ervin Metz, Clarence Messer, and Delbert Ferguson, Chairman. The first training consisted of standard Red Cross first aid. The am­ bulance squad was organized with a squad leader, assistant leader, and secretary. The city auditor acted as treasurer. All claims and expenditures were approved at city council The full-service veterinary practice was started June 4, meetings. 1980, to better serve the farmers-ranchers of this area in deal­ Further-training to better qualify the attendants consisted ing with livestock health care. A five acre plot was purchased of three simulated accidents. The first conducted by Clarence in order for a clinic building to be put up for the central point Olson from the State Health Dept. The others were conducted of animal care. Carson was the most logical placement regar­ by the Elgin Hospital. Later training sessions were conducted ding the surrounding area to be served. Thomas F. Cline, DVM by qualified instructors: is the owner and operator with Helen Cline and boys, Thomas Mrs. Kraft, Delores Chase, Myrna Wetzel, Barbara Thurn, Jr., and Dean, as the much needed assistants. Mary Muggli and Phyllis Ketterling. Forty hour course every The beautiful clinic building, the landscaping im­ three years and CPR every year. Qualified attendants were: provements, and residence has greatly improved the ap­ Mary Lou Ketterling, Reno Grade, JoAnn O'Donald, pearance of the southwest edge of Carson. This new business Darlene Gammel, Ervin Metz, Delbert Ferguson, Delores has assisted the economy of Carson and Grant County by striv­ Chase, Myrna Wetzel, Barbara Thurn, Ruth Paulson, John ing to maximize the quality of veterinary care for all animal Paulson, Herb Huber, Art Raeshke, Roger Harmon, Diane producers in this geographical area. The convenience of hav­ Schriock, Mary Muggli, Dawn Hanson, John Hanson, Skip Han­ ing a full-service veterinary facility in this area should be ap­ son, and Gary Fuchs. preciated by all producers. Trips were made to or from Elgin, Mott, Hettinger, Dickin­ A special thanks to all individuals who assisted in get­ son, Shields, Mcintosh, Mandan, Bismarck, Minot, Fargo and ting the Grant County Veterinary Service functioning so nicely. Grand Forks. Let's keep working together to keep our community alive and The Carson Ambulance and the attendants and instruc­ well. tors have rendered a worthy and valuable service to the com­ munity. It will continue reaching out to help friends and THE CARSON AMBULANCE neighbors as time passes. Others will follow in our footsteps. The Carson Ambulance now consists of 16 regular members and six substitute members. Present members: Back row: Ken Diehl, Roger Ruchinsky, Vaughn Cheswrow, Wayne Strand, Jeff Stewart, and Ralph Hanson. Se­ cond row: Vicki Kreps, Tim Hillius, Amy Bohn, Lynda Chesrown, Wanda Mutcheklnaus, and Bev Diehl. Front row: Alice Bertch, Linda Strand, Susan Hauge, Rosa Bay, Trish Zim­ merman, and Leta Stewart.

GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Grant County Historical Society had its beginnings in 1970. The Grant County Commissioners selected three per­ sons, one from each district. These three were Myron Theurer, Leith; Carrie Weinhandl, Shields; and Otto Wolff, Elgin. Each of these people selected two others to join them from their Front row, left to right: Alice Bertch, Lin­ district. These included Lyle McDowell, John Wagner, Shirley da Strand, Susan Hauge, Rosa Bay, Trish Bleick, Rose Weinhandl, Reuben Zacher, and Elmond Rieger. Zimmerman, Leta Stewert. Middle row: From that point on, all directors were elected by the Vicki Kieps, Tim Hillius, Amy Bohn, Lynda membership. Cheswron, Wanda Mutcheklnaus, Bev The County Historical Society is affiliated with the State Diehl. Back row: Ken Diehl, Roger Ruchin- Historical Society and as such abides by their rules and sky, Vaugh Cheswron, Wayne Strand, Jeff by-laws. Stewert, Ralph Hanson. The Society has completed many projects in the last few years. They helped set up and maintain the museum and 1974 - 1982 church in Elgin, refinished the outside of the old Stone Church After the death of the Carson Banker, George Francis, north of Elgin, purchased and maintain St. Gabriel's church and other persons experiencing heart attacks, Mrs. Francis and in Shields, purchased the Carson Hotel, moving and repair­ a few other concerned citizens decided Carson and community ing several small buildings due to be torn down in Carson and should have their own ambulance service. With the help of the Carl School north of Carson, and assisting some private­ Senator Barth and thru the Emergency Health Department this ly owned projects. dream became a reality. Half the cost was raised by public The present board of directors include: Myron Theurer, subscription and the balance was supplied by the Emergency president; Tony Kopp, vice-president; Carrie Weinhandl, Health Department. The total cost including supplies and radio secretary; Bonnie Zeller, treasurer; Norman Schock, Eugene amounted to about $18,000. The ambulance was purchased 47 Siewert, Jerri Theurer, Bea Umber and Art Eslinger. BIRTHDAY CLUB to the chapter on Nuclear War safeguards, and Lori Hochalter of the Elgin chapter presented a film and discussion on birth defects. In addition to the events planned for chapter activities, the Carson Chapter participated at the District Leadership meeting in Dickinson, the State Convention in Bismarck and the District Rally in Dickinson. Pattie Riehl, elected State Of­ ficer, and JoAnn Wingenbach, elected District President, pro­ vided leadership at the local, district and state level. Patti Riehl also attended the National Convention in Washington, D.C. in July. Also attending the National Convention was the chapter advisor, Laura Sturn.

OUR COMMUNITY HOMEMAKERS OF CARSON

Seated, left to right: Mary Stotler, Emma Stewart, Laura Schrioch, Rose Ketterling. Back row: Helen Rambur (substitute for Mary Kuntz), Hilda Schatz, Ruth Fischer, Francis Miller.

GRANT COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT The Grant County Soil Conservation District was approv­ ed by the people of Grant County with an election held on June 20, 1948 and a charter was issued by the State in August 1948. The purpose of the District was to work with farmers and ran­ chers in planning and applying conservation practices. A Soil Conservation District is managed by a Board of Supervisors with Edward Pfliiger, Clarence Vogel and Fred Brinkman serving on the first elected board. Other farmers and ranchers who have been supervisors are Alois Riehl, Seated: Diane Bader, Anne Loeffler, Elma Haberstroh, Mildred Herbert Sprecher, Albert G. Rivinius, Gottlieb Weller, Allen Ochoxner, Marie Hertz, Rachal Pittsley, Ethel Hanson. Stan­ Sprenger and Miles Michelson. The present Board is Lloyd ding: Delores Diehl, Freda Scheerer, Olga Huber, Sandra Stewart, Don Miller, Wesley Niederman, Dale Schock and Hoerner, Audry Diehl, Leah Balliet, Tillie Heinitz, Lenora Ernest Schulz. Edward Pfliiger served as Supervisor from 1948 Raeshke, Anne Sokolofsky. Not pictured: Bonnie Mattis and through 1981, a period of 33 years and Alois Riehl served for Louise Evens. 25 years. These men were dedicated to conservation in Grant County. CARSON HOMEMAKERS The County Agents have been the Secretary for the District with Gerald Stern as the present one. Other County Agents who have been District Secretary are Irvin D. Morrison, William Drummond, James Welsh, Morris Holm, Charles Weiser, Richard Bartholomay, Kent Mongeon and Dale Siebert. The Soil Conservation Service assists the District in plan­ ning and installing conservation practice. The first District Conservationist was Larry Bushey. Ralph Dietrich was Con­ servationist from 1952 to 1967, Everett Johnson served as Conservationist from 1967 to 1982. Steve Hausauer is the pre­ sent District Conservationist. Other SCS personnel who have assisted the District are Don Emch, Elmo Humann, Harold Lee, Ivan Danzeisen, Harvey Metz, Wallace Sellner and Lawrence Kirk. Don Emch worked in the Grant County SCD for 30 years as conservation technician. The District office was first located in the Courthouse in Seated: I Wentlandt, S. McVay, I. Lane, A. Ferguson, h. Carson. In 1961 the office moved to the Peterson Building and Stewart, M. Jacobs, N. Metz. Standing: L. Stewart, K. Sondag, in July 1973 moved to the SCD Building located at 112 West D. Hauge, A. Dahners, M. Johnson, P. Johnson, K. Steven­ Railroad Avenue in Carson. son, J. Boyle, I. Ruschienscky, T. Striefel. Not pictured: G. Grube, E. Edland, D. Hausauer, M. Opp.

FHA - CARSON SCHOOL The Future Homemakers of America chapters work hard AMERICAN LEGION to emphasize consumer education, home and family life The Walter J. Thome Post 45 of the American Legion has education, and to explore job and career opportunities in been a part of the Carson community since 1919. The Post Home Economics. For the 1983-84 school year, the Carson has been active in many local events and projects through the chapter indentified their concern as "Families and Futures." years. The Legion Hall was moved to Carson from Brisbane Their projects centered around this theme with hopes of im­ during the 1950's which has provided a meeting and enter­ proving personal and family relationships. For example, a tainment place for more than thirty years. In 1971-72 the base­ speaker from Heart View presented information on drug and ment of the Legion Hall was remodeled. This provided a alcohol abuse, a panel discussion was held on parent/teenage meeting room with kitchen facilities. It is also the home for relationships, a tea was held for mothers and daughters, a style the Carson Pioneers. Plans are in progress to remodel the main show and banquet were held, Joan and Jackie Hertz spoke 48 floor of the hall and will be completed as finances allow. SENIOR CITIZENS CARSON DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION The purpose for which the Association was organized was to provide for the construction of low rent housing units for the elderly people of the community of Carson. To promote, develop, encourage and finance community betterment pro­ grams and projects of any kind or nature. The corporation has the authority to purchase and own real property on which the housing for Senior Citizens and low to moderate income families will be constructed for rental purposes. In June of 1966, Otto Roesler, Reuben Goetz, Richard Miller, Willard Ketterling and K. W. Peterson organized the Carson Development Association. In February of 1967 the paper work started for a 4-plex housing unit to provide low cost housing for the elderly peo­ ple. July, 1968 the 4-plex unit was finished. Some of the first tenants were Marie Sokolofsky, Pauline Schick and Rosina Stroscherer. At present Leah Zeller, Roaine Scholes, Marjorie Werner and Wilma McDowall reside in the units. The Carson Senior Citizens defeated the 1985 Senior Class in bowling - 3,274 to 3,236. Senior Citizens were, left In the fall of 1970 the paper work started for three to right, front row; Percy McLean, S.W. Hartman, Francis 3-bedroom houses. In September of 1971 the three houses Miller, Betty Raesler, Mildred Ochxner, Leah Balliet, Marie were finished by Goetz Lumber Co. The first tenants of the Hertz. Back row; Reuben Diehl, John Bay, Tillie Heinitz, housing unit were Sarah Weisenberger, Richard Miller, Kent Dorothy Weekes, Emma Stewart, Bertha Heinz, Art Nuss and Mongeon. At present JoAnn O'Donald, Rosa Bay and Elaine Hilda Schatz. Ehleringer reside in the homes. The Board of Directors at this time are Andy Klein, Ida Woodbury, Gary Fuchs, Dwight McVay, Iola Ruscheinsky, Lawrence Edland, Ruth Paulson, Brian Krause and Eunice Diehl.

WHIST CLUB

The Carson Diamond Jubilee Souvenir Committee - Karen Stevenson and Mildred Ochoxner - have buttons, jubilee plates, mugs and crystal bells for sale during the Long Branch Seated, left to right: Ann Loeffler, Nellie Harmen, Emma Grand Opening Arts and Craft Show. Stewart, Rose Ketterling. Back row: Laura Schrioch, Hilda Schatz, Maggie Finch, Ruth Fischer (not pictured).

MILLER IMPLEMENT GMC BOWLING TEAM BIRTHDAY GALS WHIST CLUB

The Miller Implement GMC Bowling team over a period Standing, left to right: Irene Wentlandt, Tillie Heinitz, Bertha of years have won trophies for seven first places, 7 second Heinz, Hilda Schatz, Helen Hanson, Frances Miller, Dorothy places, four High Series and four High Games. Richard Miller Weekes. Seated: Ethel Hanson, Virginia Eggers, Mary Stoller, has been the sponsor of this team. 49 Mildred Ochoxner, Marie Hertz. GRANT COUNTY ASCS HISTORY CARSON HOMEMAKERS CLUB

Bottom row, left to right: Cherry Giese, Martha Huber, Rose Landgrebe, Flossie Tibke, Frieda Will. Back row: Mrs. Rosen- Back row: Eugene Zimmerman, dahl, Mildred Crandall, Selma Harding, Mary Ruemmele, Ann CED; Barbara Zeller, Audrey Diehl. Ferguson, Mrs. Olson and Mrs. Dr. Moyer. This picture was Middle row: Leo Bachmeier, taken at the Lawfer Studio in Leith, ND. fieldman; Lillian Fuchs, and Leona Dittus. And front row: Reuben Zacher, Edwin Hochhalter, and Virgil Stern, County Committeemen. BETHEL ORTHODOX ASCS - Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Ser­ PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH vice was born through the Agricultural Adjustment Act in Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church of Carson was 1933. It has progressed through several changes and functions organized January 24, 1937 after the Civil Court had granted to meet current needs, while maintaining a goal of providing the possession of the First Presbyterian Church property to stability to agriculture. the minority who wished to remain in the Presbyterian Church ASCS headquarters offices are in Washington, D.C, USA. All of the charter members of the Bethel Church had however, operations in the field are administered (under policy withdrawn from the Presbyterian Church USA over the issue directions) by farmer committees who are appointed or elected of modernism in the church. Since 1937 Bethel Church has from the active farm population. been a member of the Presbytery of the Dakotas of OPC. The Grant County ASCS office is responsible for administer­ first Ruling Elders were William Huber and Henry Scheerer. ing programs which provide, as required, commodity loans Other Ruling Elders who have served are Ervin Erickson and and price support payments to farmers, purchases from Ernest Danzeisen. Ruling Elders now serving are Larry farmers and processors, acreage reduction, cropland set-aside Woiwode, Ronald Vandenburg and Richard Vandernburg. and other means of production adjustment, conservation cost- The following pastors have served the church: Samuel sharing agreements, and emergency assistance. Allen, 1937-39; John Gray, 1940-44; Walter Magee, 1944-52; Funding of ASCS programs is through the Commodity Henry Tavares, 1952-57; V. Robert Nilson, 1957-64; Jack J. Credit Corporation (CCC). Peterson, 1968-79; David Kiester, 1979-83. Presently serving ASCS is responsible for a broad range of related activities is G. I. Williamson. 1983 interim pastors have been Robert serving its programs and the agricultural community. Dodds and Roswell Kamrath. Present employees are: An 80 pound cast iron bell was brought to Leith in 1912 County Committee: Virgil Stern, Edwin Hochhalter, by pioneers from Carroll, NE as a gift to the families df N. C. Reuben Zacher. Emch. The bell was a part of the Presbyterian Church at Leith County Executive Director: Eugene Zimmerman. until it closed in 1973 and the congregation joined the Bethel Program Assistants: Lillian Fuchs, Barbara Zeller, Audrey Church in Carson. Later the bell was moved to the church in K. Diehl and Leona Dittus. Carson where it stands at the present time.

CARSON WOMENS CLUB (Former Carson Jayceettes) The Carson Jayceettes started March 8, 1980. As Jayceet­ tes we worked on many worth while projects, such as school scholarships, Christmas Bazaar, Easter Egg Hunt for kids, ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN Grandma and Grandpa of the Month, welcome to new families, MISSIONARY SOCIETY benefit suppers for local families, First Baby of the Year quilt, The Ladies Missionary Society of the Bethel Orthodox booking and taking care of the Carson Community Center and Presbyterian Church was organized in 1937 with a member­ most of all our Miss Grant County Pageant. We no longer are ship of eight. The Society meets once a month, usually in the Jayceettes, but now are the Carsons Womens Club which came homes of the members. Present officers are Mabel Danzeisen, into existence in January 1984. We will continue to do the President; Leonora Raeshke, Vice President; Esther Erickson, same projects — As our main objective is to serve the com­ Secretary-Treasurer; Lola Wahl, Stamp Project Leader. Lesson munity and its people. Leadership is shared by all members. Charter members of Jayceettes, 1980: Brenda Bahm, The Society is basically a study and prayer group with Diane Bachmeier, Sharon Bachmeier, Colette Woodbury, one major project, namely, the collection and processing of Cheryl Voll, Trish Zimmerman, Rosa Bay, Wanda used postage stamps which are eventually sold to collectors Mutschelknaus, Bonnie Little Dog, Bonnie Stoebner, Shirl and the proceeds used to help to support various missions Hauck, Karen Fischer, Sandra Hoerner. projects. Carson Womens Club Members, 1984: Barbara Babel, Other members are Doris Williamson, Audrey Diehl, Lynda Chesrown, Joan Hertz, Jaymie Hertz, Nikki Metz, Wan­ Marion VandenBurg, Marcia Johnson, Gertrude Wagner, Mary da Mutschelknaus, Ruth Paulson, Linda Strand, Margie Traxel, Esther Zimmerman, Marjorie Werner, Carole Woiwode Theurer, Pam Theurer, Donna VandenBurg. 50 and Barbara Vandenburg. church here as well as of some mission countries. In the 60's a parish board was formed and they met with the pastor every month to take care of the needs and concerns of the church. In the 70's a parish council consisting of men and women was formed. The prime purpose of the parish council is to make Christ visible in the parish community. The council assists the apostolic work of the church in the field of making the gospel known and people holy or in charitable, social and educational spheres. Everyone shares in the building up of the communi­ ty in a spirit of service. The committees for various services, such as education, ecumenism, building, social service and liturgy are active in the parish community. The church is working in a spirit of christian love as Christ commanded us "Love one another as 1 have loved you." The members participate actively in the church unity services and the 'World Day of Prayer'. When the love of God is in us and brings us together we have the perfect joy. We the members of St. Theresa's church remember with gratitude the former pastors and the members of the church for their hard work, strong faith and good example and may U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE the Lord reward them. Now during this 75th jubilee we pledge Ernest Pittsley, D.F.A., started working for the U. S. Fish to continue the work of Christ in the true spirit of America and Wildlife Service (Animal Damage Control) at Hettinger, as one nation under God. ND, on October 2, 1953, working Adams, Grant, Hettinger and In 1976 the antique reed organ of St. Theresa's church Sioux Counties. Ernie moved to Elgin in 1955 and to Carson was donated to the North Dakota State Historical Society and in 1959. At the present time he is working in Grant, Sioux and is presently in the new Heritage Center on the capital grounds. Morton Counties. He works on requests for assistance from The church looks very beautiful with some additional works landowners, method used is traps, snares, predator call, rifle done in recent years. The carpeting of the entire church was and aerial hunting. done in 1978. The new ceiling, fans and the brighter lights Direct animals worked on are coyotes, foxes and beavers. were installed in 1983. A beautiful set of statues of the sta­ Extension work on coons and skunks. tions of the cross was installed in 1984. Ernie has been working for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ser­ The greatest achievement has been the building of a chris­ vice for 31 years. Elmer Homelvig of Mott is the pilot for the tian community. The people are the church. The building pro­ aerial hunting. vides a means of meeting for prayer and the sacrifice of the Mass. Over the years much has been done by the people to provide an adequate place of worship. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is offered everyday in this church. This worship gives us the blessings which Christ gained for our salvation. Thank you all.

ST. THERESA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Carson, ND As far as can be established from 1917 to 1926 masses were held periodically in the homes of various catholics. In Pastors who have served trinity: 1926 the people bought a church in Mott and moved it to Car­ Frank Wittfaut April 1908-Nov. 1916 son. The pastor at that time was Father Werner J. Radermacher Peter Schlemmer April 1917-Aug. 1918 who resided at New Leipzig. In 1949 the present church was Friedrich Traub Aug. 1918-Sept. 1920 built in cement structure and dedicated. The pastor was Father A. Lenz April 1921-May 1927 Adolph Pribyl. W.J. Schmidt Sept. 1927-June 1934 St. Theresa of Child Jesus is the patron of this church. H.A. Mutterer July 1934-June 1946 The pastors from 1949 to 1980 were Father Raymond Aydt E.J. Otterstatter Jan. 1947-Aug. 1951 (1949-1955), Father Thomas Knopik (1955-1963), Father Donald Boerner Aug. 1952-July 1953 James Pommier (1963-1970), Father John Colgan Harold Johne July 1953-May 1957 (1970-1971), Father Raymond Backes (1971 -1980) and Father George Enderle July 1957-Feb. 1963 Bruce Krebs in 1980. Father Sebastian Ettolil was appointed Lyle Schalow July 1963-June 1965 paster in 1980 and is serving as the pastor at this time. Father Richard Strobel (Vacancy) June 195-June 1967 Sebastian comes from India. Kirby Spevacek (Vicar) April 1967-June 1967 St. Theresa's Catholic Church serves the spiritual needs William Russow July 1967-Feb. 1971 of the area community. Now the number of families are 98 David Neumann (Vacancy) Feb. 1971-June 1971 with a total number with a total number of 330 members. The Carl Lindemann June 1971-Jan. 1981 members of the church work together to help the needs of the 51 Lloyd Fager March 1981-Junel985 L. Peterson, 10-83 to the present. Other highlights during these 25 years: Men's club was active during the 60's. We withdrew from the Flasher larger parish in 1960. A manse was purchased in 1962 and in 1968 we burned the mortgage. The church and manse have been improved through the years. The church has been insulated, ceiling lowered, new windows installed, basement complete­ ly remodeled, new kitchen, new furnace and carpeting. The manse had a new bedroom and bathroom installed in the base­ ment. Also has new kitchen cabinets and a new garage was built. A Carson-New Salem Parish was organized in 1961 when we yoked with the New Salem Presbyterian Church. We were in this parish until 1969. In 1968, we helped with the exten­ sion of the Community cemetery and still help with its upkeep. In 1970, we joined with St. John's Lutheran Church of Car­ son and the American Lutheran Church of Flasher. We have worked within this Parish up to the present time and have shared pastors with these churches. There have been combin­ DORCAS CIRCLE ed Summer Bible Schools with St. John's and the United Seated: D. Diehl. I. Zimmerman, I. Sauter, H. Diehl, S. Moos. Church of Christ for a few summers. Our church served meals, Back row: A. Haberstroh, F. Scheerer, O. Huber, C. Timboe, with the help of the Red Cross, to the tornado victims and H. Steinley, L. Balliet. helpers in 1978. The United Presbyterian Women have faithfully continued their support of all the efforts of the church throughout these 25 years. We have helped with various Ecumenical events within the community, such as World Day of Prayer, Christian Unity Sunday and our Song Fests. Our church has probably remained static as far as membership but we feel our impact in the community has also remained constant and we hope to continue to be faithful witnesses to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

DORCAS CIRCLE OF THE EMMAUS CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH The Dorcas Circle Ladies Aid was organized Dec. 20, 1950. The first meeting was held at the Hilda Diehl home. Of­ ficers elected were: Hilda Diehl, president; Ella Kranich, vice president; Holly Zimbelman, secretary; Ida Zeller, treasurer and Courtesy Committee were Clara Zeller and Lydia Zacher. There were 14 members and the Circle is still active. We have made donations to several places such as Mis­ sions, Charles Hall Home and Pilgrim Park. Also to the Blanket Fund, made layettes, quilts and bibs for nursing homes. We 1984 MEMBERSHIP OF CARSON PIONEERS have helped with different projects in the church such as til­ Leah Balliet, Phil Balliet, John Bay, Sam Bay, Fred Bay, ing in the basement and paid for kitchen appliances. This past Norah Bay, Happy Bossingham, Amy Bertsch, Joe Dirk, Mabel fall we painted the basement. As fund raisers we have served Danzeisen, Delores Diehl, Ruben Diehl, Arthur Eggers, Irene lunch at auction sales, held food sales and been part of the Eggers, Virginia Eggers, Louise Evens, Anne Ferguson, Community Christmas Bazaar. At present we have 13 Delbert Ferguson, Emil Finck, Maggie Finck, Ruth Fischer, members. Members are: Freda Scheerer, president; Delores Elizabeth Fraase, Fred Fraase, Adeline Gomke, Tillie Heinitz, Diehl, vice president; Elma Haberstroh, secretary; Harriet Bertha Heinz, Marie Hertz, Elizabeth Hoff, Lee Hoff, Ed Horst, Steinley, treasurer; Leah Balliet, Beverley Diehl, Hilda Diehl, Nellie Harmon, Tillie Hostetler, Ardath Hauge, Dorothy Hauge, Olga Huber, Sarah Moos, Christyann Maxfield, Clara Sauter, Ethel Hanson, Herb Huber, Olga Huber, Lydia Huber, Margaret Ida Sauter, Charlotte Timboe. Hauck, Clarence Iverson, George Johnson, Marie Kuntz, An­ ton Kopp, Eva Kopp, Irene Lane, Anne Loeffler, Margaret McDowall, Wilma McDowall, Emil Miller, Frances Miller, FIRST PREBYTERIAN CHURCH Dwight McVay, Shirley McVay, Leonard Moos, Sarah Moos, This is a continuation of the history of the First Arthur Nuss, Mildred Ochoxner, Ernest Peters, Kathryn Peters, Presbyterian Church of Carson, ND, since 1960. Maggie Riehl, Mary Ruemmele, Helen Rambur, Art Raeshke, Pastors serving since 1960 are: John Worcester, student Lenora Raeshke, Hilda Schatz, Roaine Scholes, Laura pastor, 1960; Grael Gannon, student pastor, 1960 & 1961; Jay Schrioch, Karen Stevenson, Emma Stewart, Fred Sauter, Clara Bollman, 1961 to 1964: Richard Jones, student intern pastor, Sauter, John G. Steinley, Harry Steinley, Ida Stevahn, Mary 6-60 to 8-65; Jim Witmer, interim pastor, 1965 to 1967; Larry Stoller, Henry Sauter, Ida Sauter, Fred Steinle, Barbara Meyers, 1-67 to 8-69; Rev. Horn, interim, 1969-1970; Warren Vandenburg. Gerrit Vandenburg, Dorothy Weekes. Elmer Bigelow, 6-70 to 4-75; Jonathan Rainbow, interim, 1975; Don Wentland, Irene Wentlandt, Marjorie Werner, and Esther Thurn, 7-75 to 6-80; Leon Sundstrom, 8-80 to 6-83; James 52 Zimmerman. Auditor 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1970, 1972, 1974, and 1976, Oscar Heupel; 1978, Robert Asbridge; 1980, 1982, and 1984 Ervin Schatz. Treasurer 1960,1962,1964.1966, 1968, 1970, 1972, 1974, 1976, 1978 and 1980, A.H. Eggers; 1982 and 1984, R.W. Ruscheinsky. Register of Deeds 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, and 1970, O.E. Loeffler; 1971, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1980, 1982, and 1984, Andy Klein. Clerk of Courts 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1970, and 1972, John Wagner; 1974, 1976, 1978, 1980, 1982, and 1984, Andy Klein. Sheriff 1960, Reno Grade; 1962, Asa Wells; 1964, 1966, 1968, 1970, 1972, 1974, and 1976, Reno Grade; 1978 and 1980, Calvin Trauger; 1982. and 1984, Ron Eli. The following list is the present roster of people employed NEW COURTHOUSE at the courthouse and their respective offices: Grant County offices began moving into the new cour­ Auditor: Ervin Schatz; Ruth Paulson, Deputy Auditor; and thouse on July 5, 1980 after approximately one year of con­ Muriel Ulrich, Deputy Auditor. struction. Immediately following the December 7, 1978 fire Treasurer: R.W. Ruscheinsky; and Vicky Eli, Deputy which totally destroyed the 1918 model, meetings were held Treasurer. throughout Grant County to discuss funding for a new Sheriff: Ron Eli; Darwin Roth, Deputy Sheriff; and Ken­ building. neth Schriock, Deputy Sheriff. On February 6, 1979, 250 persons from throughout Grant Tax Director: Ruth Paulson; Muriel Ulrich, Deputy Tax County gathered at Carson to hear the Commissioners, Walt Director. Sokolofsky, Ted Koenig and Ervin Ottmar tell of a possible Register of Deeds: Andy Klein; and Lynda Chesrown, EDA Grant of $550,000 to build a new courthouse and the Deputy Register of Deeds. county taxpayers would have to match the Grant with approx­ Clerk of Courts: Andy Klein; and Joyce Stern, Deputy imately $390,000. All those present enthusiastically encourag­ Clerk of Courts. ed the commissioners to go ahead with securing the grant and County Agent: Gerald Stum; Lynette Blumhardt, Home also start proceedings for bond issue to help pay for the Economist; and Donna Vandenburg, Secretary. estimated $390,000. Supt. of Schools: Frances Schelle. Shortly after the meeting the commissioners set March Social Services: Iola Ruscheinsky, County Director; 12, 1979 for the special election for the $390,000 matching Laurice Smith, Caseworker; Lavonne Stegmiller, Clerk; and fund which would require a five mill levy on the taxable pro­ Linda Strand, Clerk. perty and a 60 percent approval by the county voters. County Nurses: Vicki Seiwert; and Jeanne Lang. On Monday, March 12, 1979, 2,176 voters went to the FHA: Charles Krebs, Manager; Sandy Woodbury, polls out of the possible 2,400 eligible voters and approved Secretary; and Susan Pfliiger, Secretary. a five mill levy for 20 years to match the grant of $550,000. Janitor: Roger Harmon; and Mary Jane Harmon, to construct the new courthouse. The bond issue which need­ Assistant. ed a 60 percent approval received a favorable 72 percent ap­ Veteran Service Officer: David Sokolofsky. proval of the county voters. States Attorney: K.W. Peterson; and James Vukelic, The following is a chart listing the elected officials from Assistant. 1960 to the present date: Social Services Homemakers: Bernetta Rokusek; Anne County Commissioners Sokolofsky; Gertrude Stern; and Jeanette Steinmetz. 1960, Gust Hafner, Wm. Besser, Jr., and Fred K. Schock. DES Coordinator: JoAnn O'Donald. 1962, Gust Hafner, Wm. Besser, Jr., and Fred K. Schock. The following list is the present roster of Grant County 1964, Wm. Besser, Jr., S.K. Hauge, and Ed Ulmer. Road employees: 1966, Wm. Besser, Jr., S.K. Hauge, and Ed Ulmer. Donald Balliet, Noel Fischer, Gordon Weekes, Clayton 1968, Wm. Besser, Jr., S.K. Hauge, and Ed Ulmer. Weikum, David Bauer, Russell Roth, Roland Roth, Eldon Kjos, 1970, Walter Sokolofsky, Alois Reihl, and Ed Ulmer. and Herbert Stern. 1972, Walter Sokolofsky, Alois Reihl, and Ed Ulmer. 1974, Walter Sokolofsky, Ervin Ottmar, and Alois Reihl. 1976, Walter Sokolofsky, Ervin Ottmar, and Alois Reihl. 1978, Walter Sokolofsky, Ervin Ottmar, and Ted Koenig. CARSON COMMERCIAL CLUB 1980, Wendal Dawson, Norman V. Schock, and Ted The Carson Commercial Club organized on May 6, 1908 Koenig. and is still the oldest active organization with approximately 1982, Wendal Dawson, Norman V. Schock, and Ted 75 members from the community and surrounding area. Pro­ Koenig. motion of Carson and recognition of Carson and its people 1984, Ted Koenig. are still their activities. State Attorney Each year various fundraisers are held to raise money to 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, and 1968, K.W. Peterson; 1970 send boys to Boys State, sponsor awards for Roosevelt Public and 1972, Jerome Jaynes; 1974 and 1976, K.W. Peterson; School activities, plus donating money to many other 1978 and 1980, Ron Weikum; 1982 and 1984, K.W. Peterson. activities. In 1982 the Carson Commercial Club became the spon­ Superintendent of Schools soring organization for the Meals-On-Wheels program for 1960, Esther Erickson; 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1970, senior citizens. 1972 and 1974, Quentin Michelson; 1976, 1978, and 1980 Their biggest promotional event is the annual Beef-Bar- Delores Meyer; 1982, Frances Schelle. 53 B-Que held during the Grant County Fairs. CARSON RODEO From a tumble-down rodeo arena that had long needed replacing, there arose in 1983 a new, modern facility made possible by Carson businessmen and loyal rodeo fans. This fulfilled a long-time wish shared by J. C. Stevenson and George Brinkman for whom the new arena was named. These two men had helped build and maintain the old arena, always encouraging and helping young contestants getting started. They helped the 4-H, High School, College and semi-professionals. Carson and surrounding communities have produced more champion rodeo contestants than any other small town Brenda Lee Jerry Weinberger in North Dakota. Bonogofsky NDRA Champion We are proud to list them here: National Rodeo Queen Bull Rider Miss Rodeo America 1970-1973-1975-1976

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J. C. Stevenson Rodeo Grounds George Brinkman 54 J. C. STEVENSON 1905 - 1980 J. C. Stevenson, son of Don and Bell Stevenson, was born in Grant County and lived in the Carson area all of his life. He lived a full life as a rancher, livestock dealer, hardware and implement dealer and rodeo producer. In 1938 he married Karen Jocobs and the couple had one daughter, Kay Kraft, who lives at Carson. John had the first herd of Brangus cattle in this area and he also had built up an extension livestock buying organization. His father was the first sheriff of Grant County. John was killed in a car accident between Mandan and Bismarck in May, 1980. 55 HONOR ROLL OF VETERANS IN THE MILITARY SERVICE IN GRANT COUNTY We find security in knowing our nation is able to defend itself from being overtaken by oppressive powers. In our troubled world, it is essen­ tial to maintain military excellence for the preservation and protection of our beloved land. We owe a deep debt of gratitude to the many men and women who have served from Grant County in the various branches of service to protect our freedom. Some never returned, having given their lives for their country. Others have returned to resume their roles in the county together with the rest of us who benefit from their loyalty and service, giving a part of themselves to protect and defend our nation. If we have unintentionally missed anyone, our sincere apologies. Not all the names listed are Grant County boys, but have lived in Carson and surrounding areas. Achtenberg, Alvin Bay, Edmund Bohn, Walter Clark, Gorden Eckman, Gideon Achtenberg, Arnold Bay, Jerry Bohnet, Dwight Clark, Ray Edinger, Charles Achtenberg, Christian Bay, John Bonogofsky, David Clark, Roscoe Edinger, Donald Achtenberg, Ernie Bay, Richard Bonogofsky, Edwin Coddington, Carylee Edinger, Kenneth Achtenberg, Marvin Beardsley, Leonard Bonogofsky, Frank Coddington, Paul Edinger, Pau! P. Achtenberg, Raymond Bechhold, Gerald Bonogofsky, Gerald Cofer, Gordon Edinger, Thomas Achtenberg, Rudolph Beck, Duane Bonogofsky, Gottlieb Coffman, Wilbur R. Eggers, Arthur Achtenberg, Werner Beck, Harley Bonogofsky, Ignatz Cole, John Frank Ehrmantrout, Anthony Ackerman, Edwin Beck, Jerald Bonogofsky, Jacob Cordley, Jesse Eifert, Joseph F. Ackerman, Lawrence Beck, Karl Bonogofsky, John Crowston, V. N. Eisenbarth, Bernard Ackerman, Samuel Beck, Mitchell Bonogofsky, Kasper Culver, Charles Eisenbarth, Raymond Ackerman, Stephen Beck, Monroe Bonogofsky, Vincent Culver, Robert Eisenbarth, Ronald Allen, Theodore G. Becker, Arthur A. Borchert, Arnold Dachtler, Ervin Eisenbarth, William Alt, Gustave Becker, Ervin Borchert, Harvey Dachtler, George Eli, Ron Alt, Raymond Becker, John Dachtler, Jacob Ellison, Glenn Alt, Waldemor Borchert, Max Becker, Larry A. Borchert, Oscar Dachtler, Jeff Ellison, Martin Andersen, Eldon Becker, Lester Dachtler, Lu Allen Ellison, Mitchell Andersen, Lee Borchert, Raymond Becker, Marvin Borndeft, William Dachtler, Marvin Eliman, Robert Andersen, Leslie Beede, Ralph G. Dally, David Bossingham, Delbert Elvik, Henry Andersen, Lyle Beede, William Dally. Roger Bossingham, Lawrence Elvik, Knute Andersen, Maizie Beierle, Donald Daniels, Edward Bosworth, Donald Emch, Duane Andersen, Ross Bell, Guy Danzeisen, Leland Bosworth, Francis Emch, Robert Anderson, Arthur E. Bell, Paul Mac Danzeisen, Rodney Bosworth, Roger Emineth, Leo Anderson, Berger E. Bellon, Ada Davenport, Kenneth Emineth, Vincent Botten, James Anderson, Duane Bellon, Andrew Davenport, Walter Emter, Alvin Botten, Ralph Anderson, Eric G. Bellon, Harvey Dawson, Leslie Emter, Anton Boyer, Donald Anderson, Owen L. Bender, Clifford Dawson, Levi Emter, Charles Boyer, Kenneth Anderson, Peter N, Bender, Dennis De Long, Edward Emter, Ernest Boyer, Ralph Arndt, Carl Bender, Elmer Deering, Sam Emter, Raymond Boyer, Willard Arndt, Henry Benoy, Edgar Defender, Earle Ensminger, Dennis Brackel, Ted Arndt, LeRoy Benoy, Thomas Deichert, Adam Ensminger, Habert Brand, Herbert Arndt, Lloyd Bentz, Ernest Deichert, Anthony Ensminger, Howard Brandner, Lamonte Asbridge, Robert Bentz, Ervin Deichert, Edmundus Ensminger, Lester Brastrup, Robert Asbridge, Tom Bentz, Ira Deichert, John Ensminger, Theodore H. Braun, Carl Auch, Reuben Bentz, Lawrence Deichert, Max Erhardt. Anton Auen, Hugo Bentz, Marvin Braun, Emma Lou Deichert, Nicholas Erhardt, Frank Auer, Hugo Bentz, Roger Braun, Fredrick Deichert, Otto Erhardt, James J. Axtell, Clyde Berdahl, Gerald Braun, Joseph Deichert, Peter Erhardt, Mathias Babcox, Robert Berdahl, Myron Braun, Milchor Delabarre, Rolland Erhardt, Pete Babel, Sebastian Berg, Leonard Breiner, Claude Delange, Byron Erhardt, Leo Bachmann, Arlen Berg, Lloyd Breiner, Joseph Delange, Eugene Erhardt, Martin Bachmann, John Berg, Robert Breiner, Micheal Delzer, Emanuel Erickson, Donald Bachmann, Kenneth Berger, Jacob Breiner, Robert Delzer, Norman Erickson, Marvin Bachmann, Leonard Berger, Jerome Breiner, Theodore Dettman, Arthur Ericson, Raymond Bachmann, Nicholas Berns, Simon J. Brenner, Emil Diehl, Clinton Erker, Alliuis P. Bachmeier, John Berreth, Milton Brenner, Robert Diehl, Edwin Eslinger, Arnold Bachmeier, Joseph Berry, Edward Brodehl, David Dietz, Bernard Eslinger, August Jr. Bachmeier, Leo Berth, David Brown, Llewellis Dietz, Herbert Eslinger, Delbert Bachmeier, Peter Besser, Delbert Bruhn, Melvin Dietz, Herman Eslinger, E. Wilmer Bader, Albert Besser, William J. Bruington, Harry Dietz, Lester Eslinger, Fred Bader, Edwin Bestler, Mike Bruner, Anton Dirk, Benedict Eslinger, Oscar Bader, Jospeh Betts, Leo M. Bruner, Mark Dirk, Charles Eslinger, Raymond Bader, Marvin Beyers, Charles Bruning, Carl F. Dirk, Charlotte Essert, Mike Bader, Meinhardt Bierwagon, Dan Brunning, Alan Dirk, Emmanuel Ethen, Wallace Bader, Raymond Bierwagon, Don Brunning, David Dirk, Joe M. Feland, Richard Bader, Robert Bierwagon, Luther Brunning, Gerald Dirk, Mike Feland, Rudolph Baesler, Daniel Bierwagon, Melvin Buchanan, Joseph Dirk, Tony Fenner, Roy H. Baesler, David Bierwagon, Otto Buchwitz, Edwin Dirk, Vitalis Ferderer, Bradley Baesler, Dennis Bigelow, Warren Buchwitz, Robert Disrud, Alfred Fergel, Adolph Baesler, Don Binek, William Buehler, Reuben Disrud, Henry Fergel, Alexander Baesler, Ervin Binstock, Monte Bunch, Carmen W. Disrud, Herman Fergel, Anton Baesler, Eugene Bird, Lawrence Burgess, Maichelle Bonogofsky Dittus, Martha Fergel, John Baesler, Gary Birkholz, Maxwell Dittus, Vernon Ferguson, Carroll Baesler, Gordon Busch, Immanuel G. Bleick, Brian Busch, Roland Dixon, Earl Fibiger, Martin Baesler, Harold Bleick, Robert Dixon, Ronald Campbell, Clifford Fike, Arthur Baesler, Leo Bleick, Veryl Elaine Doll, Alex W. Campbell, Leonard Fike, Fred Baesler, Raymond Bleth, Frank Doll, Jacob Campbell, Mary Finck, Arthur Baesler, Reuben Blevin, Arthur Carlson, Bernard Finck, Curtis Baesler, Theodore Block, Albert Finck, Edgar Carlson, Douglas Doordman, Joann (Zeller) Baesler, Wayne Blotsky, Basilius Carlson, Eddo Dorrhein, Larry Finck, Emil Bahm, Frank Blotsky, Meinhard Finck, Glenn Carlson, Morris Dorrhein, Merlyn Bahm, Robert Blumhardt, Albert Finck, Solomon Carter, Harrison Dorrhein, Milton Baker, Harold Blumhardt, Daniel Finck, Vernon Case, Earl E. Dorrhein, Wayne Balliet, Allen Blumhardt, Fred Finkle, Earl V. Cerney, Walter Drashil, Dauaine Balliet, Donald 0. Blumhardt, Ruben Fischer, Edwin Chadwick, Charlie Dressier, Harlan Balliet, Herbert Bodine, Edward A. Dressier, Louis Fischer, Frank Banning, Virgil Boehm, Arnold Chadwick, David Dubs, Harlan Fischer, Joseph Banyai, Mick Boeshans, Emil Chadwick, Gary Dubs, Robert Fischer, Leroy A. Bartels, Dietrich Boeshans, William Challgren, Carlyle Dubs, Waldemar Fischer, Wilbert Bartels, Julius Bohn, Bruce Chase, Ralph Jr. Duffy, Beatrice Fiskum, Lowell Bartels, Kerry Bohn, Jim Chesrown, Jack Duffy, Fredrich Fitterer, Dennis Barth, Harry Bohn, Larry Chesrown, Vaughn Duffy, Neil Flatland, Andrew 0, Barth, Robert Bohn, Ronald Christensen, Daniel Dunnum, Alf J. Fliehman, Roger Barth, William Bohn, Stuart Christensen, Theodore Flitsch, Dennis Bauer, Marlow Christensen, Wayne Dvoracek, John Eastman, Roscoe Clark, Alex 56 Flitsch, Llewelyn Flitsch, Roland Hagel, Gideon Heupel, Otto Jacober, William Klein, Mike Flohr, John Haider, Arthur Heupel, Reuben Jacobs, Charles Klein, Steven Fool Bear, Maytle Haider, Edwin Heupel, Rudolph Jacobs, Everett Knight, Harvey E. Fox, Harold Haider, Jake J. Heyne, Arlin A. Jacobs, John Kobilansky, Anton Fredrich, Joseph Haider, Lawrence Heyne, Authur Jacobs, Walter Kobilansky, Peter Frederick, Oliver Haider, Paul Heyne, August Jacobs, William Koch, Blase Frey, Christ Haider, Richard Heyne, Edwin Jacobson, Lee A. Koch, Edward Frey, George Haider, William Heyne, Herbert Jacobson, Ray L. Koch, Joachim Frey, Vernon Haisch, Edwin Heyne, Jack Jacobson, Robert Koch, Joseph Fried, Clarence Haisch, Henry Heib, George Jacobson, Wallace Koch, Mitchell Fried, Edward Halverson, Bennie Hillius, Reuben Jaeger, Adolph Koe Pal, Roman J. Fried, Herbert Halverson, Romaine Hillius, Roy James, Charlie Koehler, Jan Lee Hammarstadt, Roy Fried, Ronald Hilsendager, Robert Jepson, Elmer Koenig, Frank Handegard, Jamane Friesz, Alvin Hilsendager, Wilbert Jepson, Louis Koepplin, Allen J. Hanna, John Friesz, Arnold Hinker, Herbert Johnson, Allen Koepplin, Clarence Hanson, Lloyd Friesz, Clifford Hinker, John Johnson, Carl Koepplin, Edward Hanson, Philip Friesz, Robert Hinker, Robert Johnson, Derald Koepplin, Gerhard Hanson, Ralph Friesz, Vernon Hintz, Charles Johnson, Everett Koepplin, Gilbert Haring, Leslie Fritza, Albert Hintz, Daniel Johnson, Henri Koepplin, Otto Harma, John Froemming, David Hintz, David Johnson, Homer P. Koepplin, Paul Harper, Harvey Fryslie, Norman Hintz, Ervin Johnson, Howard Kohl, Allen Harsche, Anna Fuchs, Benjamin Hintz, Fred Jr. Johnson, Lester Kohl, Leroy Harsche, Emanuel Hintz, John Fuchs, Bruce Johnson, Lowell Kopp, Alban Harsche, Micheal Hintz, Joseph Fuchs, Clayton Johnson, Lyle Kopp, Alois Harth, Leah Hintz, Kenneth Fuchs, Fredrick Johnson, Robert Kopp, Aquilinus Hartman, Lyle Hintz, Larry Fuchs, Gary Johnson, Theodore R. Kopp, Delores Hauck, Dennis Hintz, Rapheal Fuchs, Phillip Johnson, Wayne Kopp, Edmund Hauck, Duwayne Hintz, Raymond Jonas, Adolph Fuchs, Ricky Kopp, Emil Galland, Sam Hauck, Edward Hintz, Robert Jones, David Hauck, John Kopp, Eugene Ganthner, Albert Hintz, Wayne Jones, Lemuel Kopp, Gerald Hauck, Marvin Hirning, Gerald Jordon, Robert Ganthner, Raymond Kopp, Joachim Hauck, Michael Hirning, Oscar Jueth, Leibert Gappert, Jim Kopp, Lawrence Hauck, Reuben Hlavinka, Delbert Kahl, Arthur Gartner, Thomas Kopp, Myron Hauck, Richard Hochhalter, Daryl Kahl, Eusebuis Gaugler, Arthur Kopp, Richard Hauck, Ruben Hochhalter, Fred Kahl, Jago Gaugler, Frances Kopp, Telesphorus Hauck, Tim Hochhalter, Harry Kahl, Joseph Gaugler, Joseph J. Kopp, William Hauge, Grant Hochhalter, Herbert Kahl, Micheal Gaugler, Ralph Kovnick, Herman Gaugler, Richard Hauge, Norman Hochhalter, Jerald Kahl, Raymond Hauge, Patrick Hochhalter, Leroy Kahl, Stanley Kraft, Arthur Geary, Elmer Kramer, Alvin Gebhard, Milton Hauge, Soren K. Hochhalter, Lyle Kahl, Steven Kramer, Delmar Geiger, Leo Hayes, Shiela Hochhalter, Ricky Kahl, Vincent Kramer, Elmer Giese, Clarence Hayter, Clark Hochhalter, Wilbert Kahl, Zachaus Kramer, Jacob Giese, Glenn Hayter, Wilmer Hodell, Harry Kallis, George Kramer, Keith Giese, John Heaps, Lynn Hodell, Hugo Kallis, Gottlieb Kramer, Kenneth Giese, Wilbert Hegge, Donald Hodell, Kim Kallis, Leroy Kramer, Melvin Gillen, Bard Hegge, Theodore Hoerner, Joseph Kallis, Otto Kramer, Milbert Glasser, Adolph Hegge, Virgil Hoerner, Lawrence Kamrath, Ray Kramer, Reuben Glasser, Donald Hehn, Beverly Hoerner, Quentin Kamrath, Walter Kranich, Edgar Glasser, Isidore Hehn, Edwin Hoerner, Raymond Karch, Karl Kranich, Ervin Golke, Arnold Hehn, Reuben Hoff, Andrew Karch, Paul Kranich, John 0. Golke, Jerrold Heil, Helmuth Hoff, Edward Kauffmann, Roman Gomke, Ervin Heim, Delores Hoff, James Kaufmann, Curtiss Kraus, George Goodwood, Roseiyne Heim, John Hoff, William Kautz, Corwin Kraus, Harlan E. Goudreau, Joseph Heim, Lester Hoffland, Harold Kautz, Howard Kraus, Harry Grade, Larry Heim, Ralph Hoffman, Jerry Kautz, Le Roy Krause, Dalles Grendahl, Gary Heim, Robert Hoffmann, Delbert Kautz, Marvin Krause, Ernest Griffin Wells, Patsy Heim, Samuel Hofmann, Arthur Kautz, Orville Krause, Ervin Grimm, Duane Heinitz, Darwin Hofmann, Peter Keierlerber, Harry Krause, Gary Grimm, Myron Heinitz, Perry Holkesvik, Carsten Keller, Ronald Krause, Harold - Carson Gross, Adolph Heinitz, George Holritz, Bernard Kemnitz, John Krause, Harold - New Leipzig Gross, Baldwin Heinitz, Godfrey Holzer, Joseph Kerber, Loyd Krause, Leon Gross, Edward Heinitz, John Holzer, Leander Kessler, Herbert Krause, Robert Gross, George Heinitz, Melvin Holzer, Raymond Ketterling, Andreas Krause, Wayne Gross, Johnny Heinle, Emanuel Horst, Elmer Ketterling, Arnold Kuebler, Alexander Gross, Leo Heinz, John R. Horst, Milton Ketterling, August Kuebler, Edward Grosz, Blase Heinz, Robert Horst, Wilbur A. Ketterling, Charles Kuebler, Waldemar E. Grosz, Darnell Heitkamp, Edward Huber, Allen D. Ketterling, Daniel Kuehn, Duane Grosz, Kevin Lee Helfrich, John Huber, Arnold Ketterling, Edgar Kuehn, Lloyd Grosz, Matt Hellman, George Huber, Charles Ketterling, Elmer Kuntz, Anthony Grosz, Morris Hellman, Helarius Huber, Ervin, J. Ketterling, Ervin Kuntz, Bernard Hellman, Jack Grosz, Randolph Huber, Frederick Ketterling, Herbert Kuntz, Emil Heneke, Oscar Grosz, Richard Huber, Gerald Ketterling, Kenneth Kuntz, John Henrikson, Donald Grosz, Roland Huber, John Ketterling, Lloyd Kuntz, Joseph Hensel, Henry Grosz, Steve Huber, Myron Ketterling, Mark Kuntz, Lawrence Hensel, Rueben Grosz, William Huber, Reuben Ketterling, Martin Kuntz, Peter Hensel, Walter Huffstutler, Leslie Grube, Howard Ketterling, Perry Kuntz, Raymond E. Herbel, Elroy Hummel, Eugene Ketterling, Rueben Gruebele, Edmund Kuntz, Valentine Hermann, Hal 0. Iblings, Willard Ketterling, Thomas Gruebele, Melvin Kyyhkynen, Jalmer Hersch, Nick Jr. Ihli, Perdise Ketterling, Willard Grunett, Ed LaDuke, Donavon Hertz, Almore Imhoff, Arvin Kimball, Arthur Gruszie, Arnold LaDuke. Harold Hertz, Glen Imhoff, Elmer Kitzman, Dale Guenthner, Curtis LaDuke, Raymond Hertz, Keith Imhoff, Otto Kitzman, Duane Guenthner, Rueben LaDuke, Robert Herz, Clemens Imhoff, Wilbert E. Kitzman, Herbert Gunsch, Ervin Landgrebe, Arnold Hetle, Emil Iron Shields, Silvan Kitzman, John Gunsch, Leonhardt Landgrebe, Carlyle Hetle, Henry Iszler, Morris Kitzman, Kim Allen Gunsch, Richard Landgrebe, Lorenz Heupel, Daryi Iszler, Rudolph Kitzman, William Haag, Adolph Landgrebe, Martin Heupel, Donald Ivarie, Ernest Kitzmann, Fred Haase, Ervin Lane, Bernard A. Haberman, Donald Heupel, Elmer Ivarie, Leslie Kitzmann, Jake Jr. Lane, Vernon H. Haff, Andrew Heupel, Emmanuel Jr. Iverson, Carmen Klein, Alfred Lang, Myrle Hafner, Arnold Heupel, Gustav Jacob, Frank Klein, Andrew Heupel, Helmuth Jacober, Christ Klein, Eugene Latersick, Julius Hafner, Ralph Latersik, Carrol Hafner, Robert Heupel, Melvin Jacober, Jacob Klein, Gerald Latuseck, Kenneth Hagel, Benjamin Heupel, Milton Jacober, Kenneth Klein, Marvin Latuseck, Leonard 57 Latuseck, Lloyd Latuseck, Richard Michelson, Neal Noyes, Duncan C. Reich, Benjamin Roth, Oscar Laub, Alan Miller, Charles Nuss, James E. Reich, Buell Roth, Paul Laub, Craig E. Miller, Clarence Nuss, Robert Reiman, Harold Roth, Roland Laub, Elaine Miller, Elmer O'Connell, Donavon Reiman, Myron Roth, Russell Laub, Milton Miller, Gerald O'Connell, James Reimann, Albert Roth, Wilbert Laub, Stanley Miller, Harold O'Donald, Jodi Reimann, Edwin Rowe, Glenn Laub, Wilmer Miller, Harvey Oakley, Frederick Reinhiller, Thomas Rowe, Orris Lavachek, Maurice Miller, Lambert Ochoxner, Duane Reinhiller, Vernon Ruana, Gustave A. Lee, Robert E. Miller, Larry Okken, Elmer Reiser, Fred Ruana, Harry 0. Leer, Marvin D. Miller, Larry Lee Okken, George Rekow, Carmen Rub, Duane Lehman, James Miller, LeRoy Olin, Carl Rekow, Ernest Rudolph, James Leintz, John Miller, Miles Olson, Henry Remele, Leanard Ruscheinsky, Harold Leintz, John David Miller, Nicholas Olson, Nathan Rendahl, Albert Ruscheinsky, Marvin Leisch, Wayne Miller, Oscar Olson, Oscar Renken, Allan Ruemmele, Frank Leischner, Elden Miller, Otto Ostboe, Kenneth Renken, Dick Sabin, Keith Leischner, Gustav Miller, Patrick J. Oswald, Edward Renken, Leroy Sabin, Ronny Leischner, Norman Miller, Pius Oswald, Henry Renken, Lewis Sabin, Terry Leithold, Jack Miller, Ralph Oswald, Mike Renner, Edward Sardeson, Phillip Lemcke, Carl Miller, Raymond L. Otte, William Renner, John Sauer, Wayne Leno, Elmer Miller, Richard Otterberg, Mitchel Renner, Joseph Sauter, Edwin Leno, Floyd Miller, Roger Ottmar, Gotthold Renner, Lawrence Sauter, Rudolph Leno, Victor Miller, Ronald R. Ottmar, Walter Renner, Mike Sayler, Ervin Leno, William Miller, Theodore Ottmar, Wesley Rennich, Henry Sayler, Rex Lidstrom, Gunnar Miller, Vernon Otto, Albert J. Rennick, Raymond Sayler, Wilbert Liebersbach, Franciszek Miller, William Otto, Mark Reynolds, Roy Sayler, Wilmer Liedtke, Steven K. Miska, George Ouren, Henry Rice, Lawrence Schaaf, Vernon Lien, Christ Mistelski, Clarence Owen, Hugh Ricketts, Harold Schadler, Adam Lipelt, Grant Moen, Beauford Owens, Gilbert Rico, Benedicto Schadler, Ruben Lipp, Joseph Mohr, David Ozbun, Alfred Riedlinger, Ervin Schadler, Steven Lippert, Theodore Mohr, Henry Ozbun, Dale Rieger, Edgar A. Schaefbauer, Donald Lipp'ert, Walter Mohr, Jack Ozbun, Jerry Riehl, Carl Schaefer, Leslie Mohr, Thomas Riehl, David Schafbauer, Charles Litzinger, Martin Ozbun, Larry Monson, Dale Riehl, Dean Schafbauer, Clarence Loeb, Abraham Ozbun, Ronald Loeb, Celestinus Moore, Clarence Riehl, Dorothy Schafer, Edward Moore, Russel Paddack, Jere Loeb, Edmund Riehl, Edwin Schafer, Leo Moos, Duwayne Paddack, Vanner Loeb, Edwin Riehl, Eugene Schafer, Richard Moos, Gottlieb Pahl, Arthur Loeb, Francis Riehl, Johnnie Schaff, Andrew Moos, Reuben Pahl, Clarence Riehl, Melchior Loeb, Peter Schaff, Jack Morey, Harris Pahl, Fred Riehl, Rodney Loeffelbein, Jack Schaff, Theodore Morrison, John C. Pahl, Henry D. Riehl, Theodore Schaible, Dale Loeffelbein, Jerry Mortenson, George Pahl, Otto Rieker, Harold Schaible, Gerhardt Lonning, Orville Mortenson, Kurt Parr, Merlin Rieker, Larry Schaible, Marvin Loock Harry Morton, Henry Parr, Samuel Rieker, Ruben Schaible, Walter Loock, Henry Moser, Jack Parrish, Frank Rieth, Robert Schatz, Dean Lorenz, Elmer Moser, Wade Parrish, Thomas Rivinius, Allen Schatz, Duane Lorenzen, Almore Moyer, Leonard Pastian, Clarence Rivinius, Arnold Schatz, Emil Lorenzen, Robert Mueller, Arthur Pastian, Otto Rivinius, Douglas Schatz, Gerry Lorenzen, Warren Mueller, Reinhold Pastian, Reinhold Rivinius, Edwin Schatz, Harvey Lugauer, Joseph Mueller, Robert Pathman, Llwewllyn Rivinius, Emil Schatz, James Lundstrom, John Muggli, Anthony Paul, George Rivinius, Harold J. Schatz, Marvin Maas, Gilbert Muggli, Leo Paul, Harold Roberts, Clarence W. Scheerer, Theodore Maier, Christ Muggli, Vincent Paul, Johnny Roberts, John J. Scheetz, Edmund Maier, Mario Muller, Raymond Pavitt, Perry Rock, Raymond Scheffelmaier, Benjamin Maier, Melvin G. Mund, Daniel Payne, Orville Roe, Nels Schell, Emil Maliscki, Anthony Mund, Donald Permann, Jack Roehl, Herbert Schell, Johnny Mandeville, Gayle Mund, Harold Permann, Jacob Roehl, Robert Schelle, Kermit Mann, Adam Mund, Walter Permann, Marvin Roesler, Ludwig Schelle, Siegred Mann, Frederick Mund, William Peterson, Frank J, Roesler, Micheal J. Schick, Arthur Mann, Gottlieb Mutschelknaus, Glenn Peterson, Julius Roesler, Raymond Schick, James Mann, Joseph Mutschelknaus, Russell Peterson, Kenneth Roger, Robert Schilling, Dieted Manolovitz, Peter Mutschelknaus, Vernon Peterson, Selmar Rogers, John E. Schilling, Frederick Mantsch, John Nagel, Baselus Petit, George Rohr, Edgar L. Schleve, Milton Martel, Henry Nagel, Martin Pettner, Clarence Rokusek, Larry Nagel, Philip Martel, John Pettner, Leonard Rokusek, Perry Schmautz, Wilbert Nagel, Rasmus Rokusek, Roland Martell, August Pflugrath, William Schmidt, Frank Nantt, David Roll, Carl Martin, William Pfutzenreuter, Orris Schmidt, Julius Nantt, Raymond Roll, John Mason, Walter Pfutzenreuter, Quentin Schmidt, Leo Nassett, Peter Roll, Joseph Jr. Massee, George Pfutzenreuter, Sebastian Schmidt, Lester Neal, Archie D. Roll, Joseph Massey, James Phelps, Clyde Schmidt, Richard Maynard, Lloyd Neher, Fred Roll, Philip Phelps, Ellis Schmidtgall, James McDonald, Fred Jr. Neher, John Pidde, Delmar Rosin, Daryl Neher, Lawrence Schmidtgall, Raymond McDonough, Michael Pietz, Ervin Rosin, Erick Neher, Ludwig Rosin, Harold Schmitz, Gene McDowall, Chester Pigors, Bill Nelson, Erling Rossow, Frederick Schmitz, Lyle McDowall, Delores Port, Donald Nelson, John Roster, Joseph Schmitz, Wayne McDowall, Giles Porter, Alan Nelson, Raymond Roth, Arlen Schneider, Emil McDowall, Lyle Prewitt, Edgar Netzer, William Roth, Brian Schock, Jerry McDowall, Marquis Quast, Christian Neumann, Ernest Roth, Charles Schock, John McDowall, Sandra Quinn, Charles Neumann, Roland Roth, Clarence Schock, Norman McDowall, Tom Radka, George Neumann, Ruben Roth, Delmar Schock, Raymond A. McGarry, Neil Rambur, Anton Neumann, Victor Roth, Dennis Schock, Reinhold McGarry, Robert Neumann, Walter Rambur, Mike Roth, Emil Schock, Rodger McGinnis, Donald Neustel, Conrad Range, Harry Roth, Ervin Schock, Wilmer Meidinger, Ray Neustel, Keith Rath, Harry Scholes, Allison Mentz, Antone Roth, Eugene Nicalls, Donald Rausch, Christopher Scholes, Douglas Merrill, Peter Roth, Gottlieb Nicklaus, Albert Rausch, Curtis Dean Scholes, Walter Meyer, Arnold Roth, Jarald Nicklaus, Dick Rausch, Frank Roth, Jesse J. Scholes, William Meyer, Bernard Nicklaus, Ervin Rausch, Richard Roth, Joel Scholl, Albert Meyer, Ernest Nicklaus, Raymond Rauscher, Elmer Roth, Kenneth Scholl, Casper Meyer, Leland Nicklaus, Reinhold Rauscher, Ernest Roth, Larry Scholl, Michael Meyer, Russell Nicklaus, Rolland Rauscher, Melvin Roth, Leslie Schram, Samuel Meyers, Larry J. Nicklaus, Ruben Rauschner, Raymond Roth, Marc Schramm, Leo Michelson, Floyd Niedermann, Thomas Rauscher, Vernon Roth, Marvin Schramm, Ruben Michelson, Joel Razey, Robert Schrammen, Elmer G. Michelson, Monroe Reed, Fred Schreiner, Herbert 58 Schreiner, Herbert Stockert, Anton Uhrig, Simon Weiss, Paul Schriock, Kenneth Zeller, Henry Stoller, Edwin Ulrich, Frank Well, Harold Schriock, La Vern Zeller, Joann Stoller, Henry Ulrich, John H. Well, James Schriock, Marvin Zeller, Johannes Stoller, John Ulrich, Roger Well, Kenneth Schriock, Reinhold Zeller, John Stoller, Wayne Ulrich, Tony Well, Orin Schriock, Victor Zeller, Lawrence Stoller, William Umber, Porter Well, Robert Schriock, Wako Zeller, LeRoy Storm, Charles Underwood, Donald Well, Vernon Schroeder, Elmer Zeller, Lester Strand, Wayne Urban, John Weller, Albert Schroeder, Reuben Zeller, Lloyd Straub, Vernon Utter, Harold Weller, Arthur Schroeder, William Zeller, Lycinda Streifel, James Utter, Raymond Weller, David Schultz, Esther Zeller, Melvin Striegel, Cleon Uttke, Victor Wells, Delbert Schulz, Calvin Zeller, Milbert Striegel, Curtis Vaaler, Martin Wells, Floyd Jr. Schulz, Edmund Zeller, Norman Striegel, Ethel Van Schaick, William Wells, Gene Schulz, Elmer Zeller, Randall Striegel, George Vande Venter, Donald Wells, Henry Schulz, Malcolm Zeller, Ray Striegel, John Vandenburg, Arion Wentz, George Schulz, Norman Zeller, Reuben Strohscherer, Gottlieb Vandenburg, Gerrit Wentz, Leroy Schwartz, David Zeller, Roger Strohscherer, LeRoy Vandenburg, James Werner, Herman Schweigert, William Zeller, Roland Strohscherer, Roger Vandenburg, William Werner, Lawrence Schwemer, David Zeller, Waldemar Stumpp, Karl Vander Ark, Dan Werner, Mark Sebastian, Hayden Zeller, William Sturam, Virgil Vayianes, Efstratios Werre, Henry Sebastian, Johnny Zeller, Wilmer Suko, Donald Veitenheimer, Leonard Werre, Kenneth Seibel, Frederick Zimbelman, Reinhold Suko, Lester Veitenheimer, Rochus Westrum, Everett Seibel, Kenneth Zimbleman, Emil Suko, Melvin Veitz, Walter Westrum, Milo Seidler, Arnold Zimbleman, Ruben Suko, William Verworn, Benjamin Wetch, Joseph Seidler, Gottlob Zimmerle, John Summers, Arthur Vetter, Eugene Wetzel, Arthur Seidler, Jacob Zimmerle, Keith Swanston, Curtis Vetter, Kenneth Wetzel, Harlyn Seidler, Robert Zimmerle, Richard Tally, Nanbry Vetter, Loren Wheeler, James Selby, Robert Zimmerle, William Teker, Ronald Vetter, Marvin Whipple, Leonard C. Sellner, John Zimmerman, Arthur Teker, Warren Vetter, Raymond Wiechman, Merting Sellner, Robert Zimmerman, Clinton Ternes, Clarence Vetter, Roger Will, Arthur Sept, Daniel Zimmerman, Donald Ternes, Deodosius Vetter, Sherman Will, Emmanuel Sept, John G. Zimmerman, Duane Ternes, Engelbert Vilhauer, Adam Will, Ernest Sept, Wallace Zimmerman, Edwin Ternes, Ervin Vilhauer, Dale Will, Gottlieb R. Shane, Max H. Zimmerman, Elmer Ternes, Jennifer Vilhauer, Harvey Will, Raymond Shiek, Arthur Zimmerman, Eugene Ternes, Lenus Voight, Gerald Will, Vernon Sick, Clarence Zimmerman, Glen Ternes, Leo Voight, Jerome Wilson, Robert Siewert, Gary Zimmerman, Henry Ternes, Raymond Voight, John Wingenbach, Emil Siewert, George Zimmerman, James Ternes, Seferious Voight, Michael Wingenbach, Joseph Skarloken, Chester Zimmerman, Julius Ternes, William Volk, Alois Wingenbach, Remichius Skretteberg, Gary Zimmerman, Lloyd Tetzloff, Frederich Volk, Cindy Winter, Mathias Skretteberg, Rod Zimmerman, Milton Thack, Gerald Volk, Jerome Winter, Zachias Sokolofsky, David Zimmerman, Norman Theurer, Brent Volk, Joseph Wittmer, Clarence Spangenberger, Reinhold Zimmerman, Oscar Theurer, Craig Volk, Mike Wittmer, Melvern Sprecher, Arnold Zimmerman, Raymond Theurer, Kenneth Volk, Pius Wohlman, Lavern Sprecher, Arthur Zimmerman, Robert Theurer, Shawn Volk, Raymond Wolden, Eugene Sprecher, Danny Zimmerman, Roland Thiele, Ernest Voll, Clarence Wolf, David Sprecher, Edwin Zimmerman, Stanley Thomas, Hilary Voll, John Wolf, John Sprecher, Ernest Zimmerman, Wayne Thomas, Joe Voll, Leo Wolf, Raymond Sprecher, Fred J. Zins, Edward Thomas, Joseph Wachsman, Faith Wolff, Gottfried Sprecher, Harold Zins, John Thomas, Nicodemus Wagner, Anton Wolff, Otto Sprecher, Ludwig Thome, Walter Wagner, Joseph Wolff, Robert Sprecher, Melvin Thompson, Persia Barton Wagner, Richard Wolfgram, Herman Sprecher, Raymond Thompson, Barton Wagner, Robert Woodbury, Claire Sprecher, Robert Thompson, Clifford Wagy, Arnold Woodbury, Dale Sprecher, Virgil Thompson, Daryl Wagy, Carol Woodbury, Lorin Sprenger, Bruce Thompson, Larry Wagy, Gerald Woodbury, Robert Sprenger, Danny Tibke, Carter Wagy, Ralph Worcester, Mark Sprenger, Dwight Tibke, Edward Wagy, Raymond Wruck, Burton Sprenger, Reinhold Tibke, Gary Wahl, Duane Wruck, Elmond Staiger, Arnold Tibke, Roger Wahl, Melvin Wuest, Albert Stair, Theodore Tibor, Paul Wahl, Orville Wuest, Emil Stanley, Leonard Tibor, Terrance Wahl, Rollin Wuest, Wilhelm Stasek, James J. Tietz, Arnold Wahler, Arthur Wutzke, Adolph Steckler, Alex Tietz, Clarence Waldron, Corbin Wutzke, Arthur Steckler, Alexander Tietz, Duane Walter, Michael Wutzke, Carl Steckler, David Tietz, Elmer Walter, Stephen Wutzke, Elmor Steckler, Frank Tietz, Gary Wanke, Robel F. Wutzke, Ervin Steckler, Henry Tietz, Harold Warfield, Paul Wutzke, Jerry Steckler, Jacob Tietz, Oscar Watson, Leroy Wutzke, Ricky Steckler, John Tietz, Walter Weber, Martin Yates, John Steckler, Joseph Tischmak, Fidelis Weekes, Alvin Yetter, Eldon Stegmeier, Lillian Tischmak, John Weekes, James Zacher, Christian Stegmeier, William Tischmak, Peter Weekes, Norman Zacher, Edward Steinley, Elmer Tishmack, Anton Weekes, John W. Zacher, Frank Steinley, Marvin Tishmack, Duane Wegner, Benjamin Zacher, Reinhold Steinley, Wilmer Tishmack, Joseph Wegner, Melvin Zeh, Arthur Steinmetz, Everett Torgerson, Oscar J. Wegner, Robert Zeh, Elmer Steinmetz, Mark Torstenson, Joel Weiand, Thomas Zeh, Ervin Stelter, Christian Trauger, Alan Weidenbach, Gustav Zeh, Reuben Stelter, Clarence Trauger, Cal Weidmer, Rueben Zeller, Calvin Stelter, Jerome Traxel, Dayton Weigel, Wendolin Zeller, Clayton Stelter, Russell Traxel, Gilbert Weikum, Leroy Zeller, Clifford Stelter, Samuel Tuntland, Earl Weikum, Ronald Zeller, Clayton Stelter, Stanley Tuntland, Rasmus 0. Weinberger, Jerry Zeller, Cory Stern, Art Twite, Alvin Weishaar, Alvin Zeller, Darvin Stern, Ervin Twite, Benjamin Weishaar, Benjamin Zeller, Douglas Stern, Otto Twite, Carl Weishaar, Delbert Zeller, Eleanore Stern, Reinhold Tyler, Albert Weishaar, Edwin Zeller, Ervin Stevahn, Leo Udell, Glen Weishaar, Kenneth Zeller, Frances Stevahn, Reiny Udell, Kermit Weishaar, Raymond Zeller, Frank Stevahn, Ronnie Udell, Terry Weishaar, Richard Zeller, Frederic Stevens, Jonathon Unrig, Edmund Weiss, Clarence Zeller, George Stewart, Kenneth Uhrig, Henry Weiss, Fredrick Zeller, Harold 59 AUGUST 24, 1960 Mrs. James Danzeisen, Lark, passed away. Carson Junior Rodeo contestants win big at Mandan Carson Boy Scout Troop No. 62 to hold Court of Honor. Junior Rodeo. Jerry Weinberger, Kay Stevenson, Vaughn Wm. Besser Jr., elected County Commissioner serving Chesrown, Dawn Chesrown, Jerry Weekes, Jack Weeks, and with Fred K. Schock and Soren Hauge. Nola Weeks all won buckles. We salute Carson Chapter of Future Farmers of America. James Welsh, County Extension Agent moved to Grant County Rural Development Committee was organiz­ Bozeman, Montana. Morris Holm is new County Extension ed in Carson February 20th. Edwin Johnson, Carson; Ernest Agent. Peters, Lark; from Dist. I; Joe Wingenbach, Carson; William Round steak sold for 69C a pound - Picnic ham 29Bonanza Cafe. Edna Harter of Mandan for death of her husband Clarence in Edward Matthys, Leith, passed away. Grant County jail in 1957. Subscription to Carson Press was $3.00 per year. Adolph Zeller Sr., 83, dies in Bismarck Hospital. Mrs. Mary Hanson passed away at age 80 years. Village election has small turnout - Harold Krause and Alois Paul of Raleigh, took over management of Carson Floyd Hixson elected to Village board - Art Eggers elected Locker. clerk - Delores Chase, treasurer - Herb Huber, assessor. Bonanza Cafe has smorgasbord for $1.50 per plate. Henry Steigman, 71, dies in Pendelton, Oregon. James and George Bohn received degrees from (JND. Carson board will pass ordinance excluding livestock and 1961 fowl from city residence and business district. Daily mail route established for route no. 2. Edmund Zimmerman and Jerome Broadhead, two Car­ Frank Fischer elected fire chief. son FFA boys join State Chorus. Lark Depot discontinued. Gary Leintz, age 25, named new manager of Farmer Shields and Freda stockyards were discontinued. Union Oil Company at Carson. Surplus grain asked for pheasant feeding. Archie Malm of Flasher still holds world's record for bow G.T.A. elevator robbed. killed pronghorn antelope taken in 1958. Chesrown-Hartman purchased I.H.C. firm. Carson Wildlife Club sponsors Crow Hunt. LLoyd Kempf purchased interest in Grant County State Delbert Ferguson represents Bismarck-Minot Presbytery Bank. at General Assembly in Denver. Post office and A.S.C. building completed. Ed Ochoxner, Carson, named Chairman of Grant Coun­ Cheese 49C per lb. - turkey 37C per lb. - coffee 49C per ty Fair Board. lb. pink salmon 69C. Jerome Boardhead adn Forrest Loeffler sponsored for $20,000 fire damage at Carson Supply, owned by Floyd Boys State. Hixson. Walter J. Thome Legion Post No. 45 of Carson sets May Ten wild turkeys planted South of Leith. 25 for Clean-up Day at Carson Cemetery. Gottlieb Zeller, 88, Leith, passes away. E.L. Shane, 93 funeral from First Presbyterian Church, K.L. Peterson admitted to practice law in Federal Court. Rev. Jay Bollman officiating. John Wagner appointed Grant County Judge and Clerk "Butch" Woodbury breaks leg bulldogging. of Cour/t to replace M.A. Landgrebe. Interstate Commerce Commission authorized Northern Three training school escapees captured near Carson. Pacific Railroad Co. to abandon 66 miles of track between Delbert Havinka, Lark, graduated from medical school. Flasher and Mandan. Floyd Hixson holds fire sale. Carson Theatre to open June 2 for summer season. Grant County State Bank to open branch in Flasher July Jerome Broadhead named State FFA President. 17. Surfacing bid let on Leith road. Hazel Wessel, formerly of Leith, now serving on hospital Miss Kay Stevenson, Carson, was crowned N.D. High ship HOPE is in Vietnam. School Rodeo Queen and All Around Cowgirl at N.D. High New Carson post office dedicated during fair. Vernon Lane School Rodeo at Beulah. was postmaster. Bicycle ordinance to be enforced in Carson. Carson resurfaced streets. Omer Johnson farm selected winner of 1962 Grant Coun­ Mrs. Ethel Mossman, 75, Leith passed away. ty Soil District Award. Tim Weatherly, 79, formerly of Leith passes away. Dr. Delbert Hlavinka joins Elgin Clinic staff. Lester Teker, Leith, selected for Peace Corps. Morville Skretterberg heads Carson School Board. Herman Haas hired as A.S.C.S. Manager. Helen McDowall, 70, Carson, funeral services held with Secrest and Wilkins families honored at a farewell party. Jay Bollman officiating. Bader Lumber Company at Carson sold to Reuben Goetz. Charles Brown, 79, funeral held in Leith. Bob Schriock and Richard Bahm winners in Gackle 1962 Rodeo. Carson Volunteer Fire Dept. elected new officers, Roger Kay Stevenson and Jerry Weinberger compete in National Harmon, Fire Chief, Art Nuss, Assistant, Tom Kuntz, Secretary. High School Rodeo held in Valentine, Nebraska. Mr. M.M. Hayden former Brisbane banker died at Orina, Marjorie Bierwagon crowned Grant County Fair Queen. California, December 14, 1961. 1000 attended the rodeo during county fair. Bank President L.C. Kempf announced Grant County Anna M. Lane, 92, died after a long illness. Services held State Bank will pay 4% interest on one year certificates. in First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Geo. Van Bochern Julia Steinley, 85, passes away. officiating. Carson Chieftains cap County Tournament. Governor Wm. Guy visits Grant County. Orville Wahl lands 11 lb walleye at Heart Butte. Curtis Streigel appointed manager of Federal Land Bank Application filed to remove stockyards at Carson. Office in Mandan. Presbyterian Manse dedicated in Carson, services con­ Bell Telephone Co. announced Raleigh Telephone Pro­ ducted by George Van Bockern. 60 ject underway. A.J. Huber affiliated with First State Bank of Fairview. D.C. McVay elected head of Carson Businessmen's Club. Rev. James Austin dies at Spokane, Washington - Burial Pheasant outlook best in many years. at Leavenworth, Kansas. Farewell picnic set for Oscar Peterson, School Harold timber, Shields, returned to his home from New Superintendent. Orleans, La. after completing a trip down the Missouri and Erling Logeland signs to head Roosevelt School District. Mississippi Rivers in a canoe. Dr. D.J. Hlavinka joins Mott Physician July 1st. Floyd Steinmetz passes away in Washington, he was Grasshopper count described as light this year. formerly a mail carrier at Carson. Fourteen Carson Boy Scouts leave for Heart Butte Scout Father Thomas Knopik directs Carson Scouts. Camp supervised by Greg Dahners, Father Knopik and Herb Free Tom & Jerries, Friday, December 21, at Ace Bar and Huber. Roeslers Bar. Carson Pee Wees win Mandan Tournament. James Wheeler wins scholarship from American Breeders Richard Scheerer named Elgin parish pastor. Service. Hail destroys area crops in parts of Grant County. Gottlieb A. Strohscherer killed in pick-up mishap. Farewell supper set for Father Knopik. Albert Stoller involved in two car accident Va mile north 2700 antelope license to be issued in North Dakota. of Carson, died as a result of accident. Fred Culvers final rites held July 24th. Mrs. Mary Werner, 84, Lark died December 22 at Elgin Heart River Irrigation hikes alfalfa yield. Hospital, services by Rev. Robert Nilson. Bob Schriock furnishes stock for Fort Yates two day Mr. and Mrs. Roy Redman, Heil, observed 50th Wedding rodeo. Anniversary January 1, with open house. Val Ferderer, 85, funeral services held. For a second time the Roosevelt building bond issue was 1963 defeated. Steve Metz of Dickinson has purchased the Carson Locker Almont Commercial Club sets Labor Day for Steam Plant from John Wagner. Engine Threshing Day. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Stewart observe 50th Wedding Postmaster Vernon Lane announced plans for moving Anniversary. mail in event of railroad strike. Greg Dahners leads Commercial Club. Final rites held for Frank Emch, 84, retired Leith farmer. Edward Heitkamp, 75, retired Lark mail carrier, dies in Richard Miller loses finger in shotgun accident. Jenks, Oklahoma. Carson Commercial Club sponsors school faculty Grant County Annual Feeder Tour held February 18th. welcome. Carson Wildlife organize Fox Hunt for March 3rd. Andy Klein heads Grant County Fair Board. Karl Koening, 88, dies at Good Samaritan Home in Elgin. Emil Borchert funeral services held at Sidney, Montana, Doug White Bull, Fort Yates, completes run to Carson, age 65 years. 50.4 miles in 9 hours, 20 minutes. He arrived in time to see 28 stock dams built this year in Grant County. the championship games of district basketball tournament. Chief Pete Warbonnet, Chief of Sioux, to appear at Car­ Ten other Warrior Runners didn't complete the trip. son High School. Carson Flying Club receives airplane and will receive Anna Eggers, 67, funeral held. training lessons soon. Donkey basketball comes to Carson November 25th. Fox Hunt scheduled for March 17th in the Hauge area Keith Rhodenbaugh first to raise Pinto beans as a source south of Leith. of new income in area. Reinhold Steinley holds auction sale with J.C. Stevenson Roosevelt bond issue approved after 4th try. auctioneer on March 19. Floyd Harmons funeral, age 69, held December 19th. Oscar Loeffler elected president of Mandan Toastmasters Air Force jet crashes in county, pilot killed, plane from Club. Minot Air Force Base. Bernard Wagy blacksmithing 24 hours a day. Berdahl heads Commercial Club. Carson band receives superior rating. Today's youngsters don't leave footprints on the sands Lark elevator burns in Wednesday blaze, C.L. Vanden- of time - just tire tracks. burgs store also damaged. Carson Commercial Club met with Northwestern Bell 1964 regarding installation of rural telephone lines. 6500 rainbow trout placed in Cat Coulee Dam. Legislature sets up $1.00 senior citizens fishing license. 6000 rainbow trout placed in Raleigh Reservoir. Robert Carson Beck, first baby born in the city of Carson August Ketterling retires as custodian at courthouse for dies at Seal Beach, California. 2OV2 years - Relieved by Frank Vetter. Simon Peterson, 92, dies in California William Massey and Doris Fischer listed on Deans Honor Mrs. Anna Voss, 76, Carson died in Elgin Hospital. list at State University at Fargo. Parents are Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Paul Renich and Wayne Johnson selected to Boys State Massey of Lark. sponsored by Carson Commercial Club and American Legion. Wildlife supper held January 29th with 300 attending. 3400 Rainbow Trout Fingerlings stocked in county ponds. D.K. Thunem, former superintendent of Carson Schools Waldo Lane, 64, dies in Bismarck Hospital. pictured in "Who's Who in American Education." Two day rodeo held in Carson May 25 & 26. Bob Schriock Ben J. Wheeler, 61, buried February 12th. purchased stock from J.C. Stevenson. Diane E. Tishmack, St. Gertrude, received the 1964 Bet­ Grant County jail condemned May 8th. Possibility of con­ ter Crocker Award. structing new jail discussed. Carson wins third in District Basketball Tournament. George Link, 73, Leith, rites held at Elgin. F.J. Ruemmele receives 20 year Certificate of Apprecia­ James Wheeler wins Senior Award at University of Min­ tion from Veterans Service. nesota and received the degree of Doctor of Veterinary Prices at Krauses Super Valu - Rib steak 69C per lb. - But­ Medicine June 15, 1963. ternut coffee 70C per lb. oranges 49C per dozen - red salmon Robert Wheeler receives Bachelor of Science Degree in 89C. business administration, June 3, 1963. Supt. Erling Logeland recommended for inclusion in 125 acres of trees planted in Grant County, consisting of "Who's Who in American Education. field windbreaks. New county jail and sheriffs residence to be built at cost N.P. asks to close Heil Railroad Depot. of $30,663. Seven softball league teams formed in Grant County. Vernon Lane retires as Carson postmaster serving 16 Friends and neighbors gathered at the Alvin Hetle farm years, Godfrey Schriock named acting postmaster. to assist in field work as Alvin has been laid up for several Construction started on new high school building in weeks. 61 Carson. Jack Weekes wins all-around buckle at Killdeer High 1967 School Rodeo. Donkey Basketball game between Carson and Elgin. Miller and Hartman open implement business. Ralph Dietrich retires from Grant County Soil Conserva­ Tornadoes, high winds and hail ripped through Grant tion Office. County. Carson wins third in district basketball tournament. Grant County State Bank and its Flasher Branch Krause's prices - Miracle Whip 49C per qt. - bananas 13< burglarized. per lb. - Shasta pop 8C per can. F.J. Ruemmele elected as State Senator. Ewe at Arnold Hafner farm has quad lambs. Roscoe Clark retires as Standard Oil Bulk Agent and Eleven inch snowfall on May 1st. causing heavy losses Arlen Bachmann takes over. to young livestock. Grant County State Bank burglarized for second time. Reuben Zeller nominated for Carson Postmaster job by Carson Laundromat opens for service with Anne Loeffler President Johnson - confirmed in June 1967. as manager. 1000 pheasant chicks received in county. Jack Weekes received NDRA bull riding championship Carson Chieftains capture District Class B Regional Track buckle and also received the Junior Cowboy buckle. Meet. Livestock losses heavy due to severe blizzards. Cedar-Grant school closed - Leith school to remain open. Nola Weekes wins All-Around Cowgirl Award at North 1965 Dakota High School Rodeo in Beulah. Carson High School begins classes in newly constructed Horseshoe players organizational meeting on June 30th. building. Park board purchases a riding mower. Frank and Mary Ruemmele sell County Abstract Office Jack Stewart received a 10 year award for contributing to K.W. Peterson. weather observation to weather bureau. Carson Food Locker under management of Steve and Ar­ Construction begins on 4-unit Senior Citizen Housing nold Metz adds grocery line. Complex at a cost of $36,000. Two burglars were caught breaking into the Hettinger post Large crowd greeted special train that came in on new office following a tip to authorities by Herb Huber. track. Winter hurts big game population. Bonanza Cafe taken over by Anna Stina Nelsom and Vernon Lane, 70, retired postmaster passes away. Albert Fliehman. Hershel Adamson, who worked in the Carson Press Of­ Postage stamps raised from 5 cents to 6 cents. fice, suffered a stroke and was in Rehab Center in Grand Forks. Carson softball team won Heart Butte Tourney. New school dedication held May 2nd. Delbert Ferguson received safe driving pin and award for Reno Grade appointed sheriff to fill vacancy left by death mail carrier for 37 years without being involved in an accident. of Asa Wells. Richard Bahm won the Saddle Bronc riding competition Welcome sign erected at entrance to Carson. at the Labor Day Rodeo in Beulah. Dr. Verneris Zvirbulis, a veterianarian, opened office in Ernest Pittsley received cash award and commendation Carson. for outstanding performance in his work in Wildlife Services. Jack Weekes wins National High School Bull Riding Farmers Union Oil Company had Grand Opening in their Championship at Ogallala, Nebraska. new building October 6 8 7. Prices at Krause Super Valu - Denim Jeans $2.99 a pair, Bill Morrison, Raleigh, raised a 15 pound head of cabbage. picnic hams 37C per lb., Kraft Oil 49C per quart. Barn burned at Arnold Hafner farm. Nola Weekes chosen Typical Junior Cowgirl for North Fleisch-Kuechle supper scheduled to benefit play court. Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Emch, Leith, observe their 70th Wed­ Milwaukee Railroad petitions to close Leith and Raleigh ding Anniversary. agencies. Bob Wheeler appointed administrator of hospital in Lusk, Three killed near Heil in ambulance-truck crash. Wyoming. Morris Holm, Grant County Extension Agent leaves to ac­ cept position at Lakota, N.D. 1968 Garbage pick-up service started by Don Sherman and Hjalmar Lundstrom, Lark, dies of exposure in severe cold. Jerry Bodine. Kathy Jacobs of Carson High School wins Betty Crocker Lloyd Kempf resigns from Grant County State Bank. award. Brisbane elevator burns destroying 12,000 bushels of 1966 wheat. Mrs. Frank Ruemmele and Mrs. Arthur Eggers were win­ Richard Miller purchases full interest in Carson ners in Walfeye Contest. Implement. New addition to bank building planned. Carson Chieftains win County Basketball Tournament. Carson Snowmobilers Lyle Steinmetz, Don Edinger and Dale Livermore place high in meet at Hazen. Carson Lions Club organized. Janice Wingenbach, Sharon Diehl, Wayne Huber and Carson Implement has open house. Mark Peterson, Carson High School students, attend all-state Shields families contributed to Heart Fund Drive 100%. chorus. Donald Beldon of Wilton is new owner of Bonanza Cafe. Severe storm shatters County, killing much livestock and Some prices at Krauses - Turkeys 29C per lb. - tuna 3 cans Irv. Asbridge, Leith rancher dies in storm. for 89< - macaroni 2 lbs. for 39C and Butternut coffee 3 lbs. $1.99. Snow drift East of Carson on N.P. Railroad reached 19 feet deep and % mile long. New city type council government adopted in Carson. Don's Hardware in Carson discontinues business. New roller mill and blending plant installed at Carson Four Carson girls attend Girls State - Robbyn Cofer, G.T.A. elevator. Sophia Pittsley, Julie Bohn and Sandy Fuchs. Prices at Krause Super Valu - coffee 3 lb. $ 1.98, layer cake mix 39C - bologna 49C per lb. - 4 rolls Charmin 29C. Barn burned on Henry Diehl farm with huge loss. Carson Chieftains won senior division of track meet at Carson Lions Club receives charter. Mott and junior high team wins at New Salem. Grant County State Bank doing business in fire hall while new building is being constructed. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Timbes sells Carson Hotel to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bossingham. Vivian Warfield, rural Leith girl, bit by rabid cat. Norman Diehl and Luke Deichert, two Carson boys, at­ Grant County State Bank moves into new quarters Oc­ tend Boys State. tober 1st. Rocky Cofer selected as K.F.Y.R. Athlete of the Week. Carson Wildlife Club to construct a new boat dock at Heart Butte Dam. Raleigh Dam stocked with 4500 rainbow trout. Grant County Selective Service Board awarded a flag to Open House at Carson for new Grant County State Bank 62 the Carson American Legion that had been flown over our na­ Lawrence Wahl, Leith, lands 27 lb. Northern Pike at Oahe tion's Capitol. Dam. Tony Bruner retires from F.H.A. after 33 V2 years in School reunion set for August 29 in conjunction with fair government service. and invitations sent to 1150 former students of Carson, Leith, Carson's new city well completed. Thain and Brisbane schools. Senior Citizens four-plex completed. Sheep shearing school held at Kenny Schriock's. 50,000 Northern Pike stocked in Heart Butte Dam. Mark and Dave Bruner received Red Cross Certificate of Leola Hoff named North Dakota Woman of the Year by Recognition for extraordinary personal action for saving lives Outstanding American Foundation. of two girls at Heart Butte Dam. Carson Amateur softball team won the twelve team in­ Prices at Super Valu - Giant size Tide 59C - Facial tissues vitational tourney at Bismarck. 5 boxes $1.00 - sliced bacon $1.69 for 2 lbs. - 12 oz. Colby Carson Farmers Union Oil Company buglarized. cheese 69<£ Welfare Office starts Food Stamp Program. Cedar Butte school district annexed to Roosevelt District. Red and White Store building purchased by Carson City Mrs. Shirley McVay and Mrs. Anna Delvo honored for a Water Commission. total of 70 years of service to teaching profession. Jerome Jaynes opens law office in Carson. Rev. Warren Bigelow comes to serve St. Johns and First Lloyd Kempf named to "Who's Who in the Midwest." Presbyterian Churches. Barbara Babel takes over Leith Store from Fred Septs. Marvin Klein of the Dickinson State College was a sub­ Frank Ruemmele retires as Grant County Service Officer ject of an article in Historical Issue of the Badlands Cowboy. after serving since 1944. Twenty patrons added to Carson mail route. Three different states were represented at Carson Horseshoe Tourney with Chester Danzeisen being one of the 1969 winners. Federal Grant of $5524.00 received for use in develop­ Oil well digging on Joe Gross land going smoothly. ing the Carson Horseshoe Court. Loan of $48,500 was approved for construction of some Julie Bohn wins Betty Crocker Award. low income housing for senior citizens. William Morrison Jr. of Raleigh, named North Dakota Lights installed at Carson Athletic field. Biology Teacher of the Year. Carson gets new sidewalks on Main Street. Market reports show wheat $1.24 per bushel and flax Lori Jo Chesrown age 11, won state Barrel Racing. $2.64 bushel. Senior Citizens meet to organize, name chosen Carson Plans made to organize a new fire protection district which Pioneers, Ernest Peters, first President. will include 17 townships. Local Civil Defense emergency communications system Dr. F.C. Lorenzen dies in California. installed in Carson. Prices at Super Valu - Crisco 3 lbs. 66C - coffee 3 lbs. 1.59 Mr. and Mrs. Norman Pfliiger won Grant County Soil Con­ - lettuce 18C per head and orange juice 5 cans 98C servation Award. Metz Grocery and Locker taken over by Mr. and Mrs. Er­ vin Metz. 1971 Construction begins on Horseshoe Court. Carolyn Wallum wins Betty Crocker award. Postage stamps raise in price from 6C to 7C. Mr. and Mrs. John Streigel named outstanding farm fami­ Carson Commercial Club has farewell pot luck picnic for ly of the year by F.H.A. families leaving the community, namely Arnold Metz, Bruno Milwaukee train derailed West of Brisbane and took a Novak, Ray Ehley, Fintan Dooley and Floyd Flogerud. huge crane to lift 250,000 lb. diesel back on track. Lori Jo Chesrown wins 1st place in Ladies Barrel race at Seventeen members of Carson High School F.H.A. made White Earth, Blainsdell, Brush Lake, Almont and Regan. a total of 229 miles at the Walkathon promoted for Grant Lyle Lambert from Strasburg, takes over as G.T.A. County school for retarded. manager. Postage stamps raised from 7< to 8C. Two Canadian exchange students spent 10 days with A.O. Flatland, long time banker in area passes away. Lloyd Stewart family. Oscar Loeffler, Grant County Register of Deeds dies at Nola Weekes chosen High School Rodeo Queen at Bismarck and Andy Klein appointed to fill position. Beulah. Joe Wingenbach writes some interesting historical facts Six sections added to Roosevelt School District. about our area and the Carson Press. A.A. Program organized in Grant County. Farmers Union Oil Company burglarized third time since Miss North Dakota, Charlene Seifert appears at the fair. February. Carson Horseshoe Court dedicated August 23. Lori Arndt taking rabies shots as a result of being bitten Forty 4-H steers sold at fair calf sale averaging $33.90 by their farm dog who showed signs of rabies. per CWT. Roy Redman house from North of Heil moved to Flasher Krause's Super Valu celebrate 25th anniversary. by John Allen. Rose Ketterling honored as being first employee hired by Nice story in Carson Press about history of rodeo in Grant Krauses. County featuring Max Thiel written by Janet Weekes. Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Muggli observe 50th anniversary in Plans made to furnish complete kitchen and dining room business in Carson. in basement of Legion Hall by Senior Citizens. Gary Lentz resigns as manager of Farmers Union Oil A portrait of Dr. F.C. Lorenzen unveiled at Lorenzen Company. Memorial Hospital and the Lorenzen family also donated a Kenneth L. Stewart, long time chairman of the Grant check to completely furnish two rooms with new equipment. County Welfare Board passes away. Frank Ruemmele caught a 20'/2 lb. Northern Pike at Heart George Gebhard, who operated Carson Hotel and served Butte Dam. on fair board for many years passed away in Washington. J.C. Stevenson, Jerry Weinberger and Kay Kraft receiv­ 1970 ed Buckles at NDRA Banquet. Darrell C. Wetzel promoted to County Supervisor for Mr. and Mrs. John Wagner exhibit rock display at Faith F.H.A. show. Raleigh Stockyards to be closed by Milwaukee Railroads. Carson Pioneers receive $210. check from Lions Club and Dinah Fergel, St. Gertrude, wins Betty Crocker award. $3,000 Federal Grant to fix club rooms. Father Pommier leaves St. Theresa Church to serve at St. Gertrudes Cross County Team won third straight Minot Hospital. championship. Duane Schatz purchases Grant County News and Carson Godfrey Schriock and Carson Farmers Union Oil Com- Press. 63 pany received 25 year service award from Central Exchange of St. Paul. Charles Johnson, 85, dies at his Carson home. Mr. and Mrs. Bud Volk of Raleigh were picked as outstan­ Rural Fire District purchases truck. ding farm family by F.H.A. Bert and Delia Emch observe 75th Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Emch celebrated their 74th Anniver­ Mrs. Elizabeth Peters 92, funeral held. sary with daughter Fern in Indiana.

1972 1973 Drive started for one million pennies to buy a bus for Larry Polensky buys Roesler Bar. Jamestown State Hospital. Herbert Wagner receives award for 11 years as a board Dr. Hugo Cole joins Elgin Hospital. member of A.S.C. Carson wins B Team Basketball tourney. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur O. Weekes observe 64th Anniversary. FFA, Parent and Son Banquet scheduled. Rebecca Scholes wins Betty Crocker Award. Darrell Wetzel elected Chairman of Fort Yates Lions. Farewell Party held for Edwin and Pauline Krause who J.C. Stevenson and Emerson Chase provide stock for are moving to Hazen. 1972 Mandan Jaycee Rodeo. Carson Lions 4th Annual Snowmobile Race held. Alice Fischer and Frank Ruemmele win fishing and hun­ Chester Danzeisen and Rueben Zeller elected to ting trophies. Horseshoe Club. Carson Track team qualify for state meet. County-wide spelling contest held at Carson. Ronald Goetz named Superintendent of Carson School. Lions purchase wheelchair for Grant County Services. Carpenter work wanted by Truman Knoll of Lark. Carson School robbed of about $800 and considerable Carson Chieftains wins track meet. damage done to vault and Vo-Ag shop. Harold Krause elected to head Carson American Legion. Joe and Elzada Dirk sell Ace Bar to Gordon and Ramona Carson Home Ec Girls hold Style Show. Cofer. Carson Pioneer Club display handicrafts at Gateway Mall. John Paulson replaces Lyle Lambert as manager of Car­ Carson Lions sponsor Youth Exchange. son GTA elevator. Tennis, Club donates tables to city park. New Rural Fire Department truck arrives. Carson Chieftains girls track team wins at conference. Dr. Jim Wheeler elected President of North Dakota Proceeds given to Grant County Fair Board from the Zoological Society. benefit bull ride held at the fair grounds. Mildred Ochoxner has farm auction sale. Rain and Hail damage severe in county. Ervin Metz to reopen locker plant. Win 50 gallons free gasoline at Franks Standard. Dave Bertch, 43, rites held in Carson. Storm uprooted two large trees at LeRoy Arndt home. Carson Pioneers meet May 22 to make arrangements for Carson Roller Mill made a state land mark. a trip. Carson Implement Softball team wins at Hannover. Carson Lions Club received Governors Award as outstan­ Benefit dance at American Legion Hall to help in the ding club in District 5 N.W. remodeling of basement. Flasher approves Rural Fire District. St. Gertrudes Hall, Raleigh, destroyed by fire. Dr. Kapla will begin dental practice in Elgin August 1st. June 21, 1972 - frost reported in area. Carson Rural Fire Department receives new 1973 four Dance to be held at Heart Butte Dam. wheel drive International pick-up, with a high pressure unit. Dale Siebert named Grant County Extension Agent July Final rites held for James E. Nuss, 36. 1st. City council helping work out county wide city garbage FHA combines Grant and Hettinger counties - Office at collection. Carson. Carson City Council adopt resolution for using the Red Six - county survival group organized to promote tourism. & White Store building for city use. Demolition Derby added to Grant County Fair. Seventh Annual Carson Horseshoe tournament held Sun­ Krauses Super Valu - Grade "A" Fryers 99? - 2}h to 3% day, June 24th. lbs. City garbage collection to start first week in July. American Host guest, Martin Leih of the Netherlands visits Ray Brinkman Farm selected as 1973 Soil Conservation Wendall Dawscn home. winner. First Presbyterian Church have guest speakers from In­ George J. Francis has taken over as President of the Grant dia at Annual Tea. County State Bank. Carson girl attends National FHA Convention. Herb Wagners and George Bruingtons observe 40th wed­ Don's Hardware and TV store have auction sale. ding anniversary. Area businesses hit by burglars and make off with several Raleigh to hold 23rd Annual Rodeo. hundred dollars cash. Tom R. McDowall, 67, funeral service held. New Fair facility constructed at Fair complex. Richard Bahm of Carson winner of Saddle Bronc com­ Carson FFA holds watermelon feed. petition at North Dakota State Fair at Minot. North Dakota State Horseshoe tournament held at Final rites held for Victor Sokolofsky July 25th. Carson. Elizabeth Muggli rites held July 22. Max Ruscheinsky runs for County Commissioner. Mrs. F.C. Lorenzen dies in California. Grant County Homemakers hold Achievement Day at St. Carson team wins Class C Slowpitch tournament at Minot. Gertrudes. Soil Conservation District holds open house in their new Carson Commercial Club serve pancake and sausage building. supper. Dave and John D. Steinley hold auction sale of farm South Carson area plans TOPS Club. equipment October 2nd. Carson cheerleaders attend state clinic. Carson Lions hold snowmobile races. Carson football downs Elgin 18-0. Clarence Kleinschmidt former Raleigh Merchant and County garbage plan underway. former Burleigh County Treasurer dies October 8 at age 87. Marvin Klein to clown at Bismarck Rodeo. Henry Ackerman, 69, of Carson dies October 15th of heart Carson hunters bag honkers North of Carson. attack while working at Carson Super Valu store. American Legion annual Turkey Day held. Ambulance Fund started at Carson and fund is opened Ed Ochoxner funeral held at First Presbyterian Church. in the name of Mr. Francis, 41, who became ill and died in Mrs. Flossie Tibke dies in Sacramento, California. a few hours of a heart attack. Delbert Ferguson retires as mail carrier. Jack W. Fuchs, 22, died of injuries in a pick-up truck Welcome Wagon visits Butch Woodbury family. roll-over. Henry Huber, 87, dies in Portland, Oregon. 64 Forty Grant County students enrolled in N.D.S.U. Carson ends year with 21-6 victory in football. Carson received new Christmas decorations for streets. Arnold Hauge, 69, dies October 30th. New Certified seed for Ellar wheat and Rugby Durum now Merry Larks 4-H Club selected as Grant County 4-H Club available. of the year. Donald Lonie passed away November 25th at Orofino, Joseph Hoovestol, Almont W.W.I veteran dies at age 70. Idaho. Mrs. Henry Huber, 85, dies in Portland, November 20th. The reason the ram ran over the cliff, he didn't see the Ambulance Fund reaches $1,142. ewe turn. Hospital Fund Drive reaches $307,420. Mrs. Hendricka Knoll, age 90, funeral held in Carson. 1975 Shirley McVay elected President of the Carson Pioneers. Larry Polensky heads Commercial Club. Edwin Vandenburg heads the Grant County Fair Board. Two day storm hits area hard - Cattle losses high. Beth Heinz wins Betty Crocker Award. 1974 Fred Krause, 88, rites set for Hazen. Fire destroys Shields Bar. 1975 Grant County Soil District winner was Ray Gaugler. Lloyd Stewart elected chairman of Grant County Soil Speed limit of 55 miles per hour is now state law. District. Steve Metz, former Carson Merchant passed away First full-blooded Limousin bull, raised in Sweden, bought February 12th. by Martin Weekes. Horses are big business again. Martha Hauge, 89, funeral held. Grant County State Bank paying W2 % interest. Mr. and Mrs. Fidelis Tischmak of Shields attend National Clayton Danzeisen sings in Dordt College Choir - 45 Farm Business Conference in Hawaii. members toured United States and Canada for 13 days. April 3rd county digs out after 25 inches of snow. Edward Pfliiger served Soil Conservation District for 25 years. Governor issues Grant County disaster area as a result of April and March snow storms - 10,000 calves, 500 cows and Walter Bohn's funeral held at First Presbyterian Church. 500 sheep were lost in March storm. Joe Rolls family picture with 21 children shown in press. Grant County Soil Conservation Service held "Open Gilbert Warfields expands greenhouse. House" in their new office building. The George Francis Ambulance Fund at Carson asking Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eggers robbed and assaulted by three for donations. armed men. Ernest Pittsley re-elected and Delbert Ferguson elected to Carson City Board. Highway Patrolman Ron Eli assigned to area. Wilmer Pick to be Boat Safety Officer. Mike Dosch of Strasburg appears at L.P. Lounge. Fathers Day Smorgasbord at Bonanza Cafe - Price $2.75 Highway 49 to be paved in 1975. - All you can eat. Sam Rambur, 74, passes away April 16th. John Wagner displays his rock and resin work at Senior Marcie Voigt, Kevin Claymore, Stuart Ternes and Cindy Citizens Day at Kirkwood. Eggers qualify for State High School Rodeo in Medora. Carson School graduates 21 high school seniors and 23 Ervin Schadler farm 1975 Soil Conservation District eighth graders. winner. County History to be taped for state. Carson holds 9th Annual Horseshow Tourney June 21. Frank Fischer wins "Silver Dollar" plaque for "Mystery Reuben Zimmerman family loses home and all posses­ Shoppers Award". sions by fire. Reuben Zimmerman family loses home and all posses­ Tornado rips through Western Grant County. Building sions by fire. destroyed on Reno Grade farm. Raleigh celebrates 25th year of Rodeo. Father's Day Smorgasbord at Bonanza Cafe in Carson - adults $2.15, children $1.40. Progress at Cannonball Stage Stop is being made. Rose Landgrebe passed away July 15th. County Soil man, Elmo Humann, 28, killed in car wreck. Weinberger Construction selling railroad ties and bridge 5th Annual Western North Dakota 4-H Rodeo held in timbers. Raleigh. Frank Ruemmele receives 26th year plaque for services Dr. A.A. Curiskis, M.D. dies of a stroke. as Mayor, President and Board Member. Carson Pioneer Club invited to Almont Senior Citizens, Highway 49 receives blacktop. 24 attended. Lyla Conrad and Patsy Hauge's funeral held. 29 4-H members and 4 adults spend a weeks stay with Ida Hallahan, 93, funeral held at Shields. 4-H members in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Grant County 4-H Calf sale sold 29 calves at an average Raleigh 24th Annual Rodeo held July 4th. of $53.86 per CWT. Dwight McVay heads Grant County State Bank as Edwin Sauter has farm sale. President. Wallace Broadhead final rites held. Charles (Chip) McLaughlin, Selfridge, killed by lightning. Ray Livermore passes away of heart attack. Delbert Ferguson heads Ambulance Committee. Claude Lugauer, maintainer operator, dies. Carl School District to be annexed to Carson School Chester Danzeisen has auction sale. District. Clarence Mutschelknaus's barn and milking equipment Joe Hartman receives plaque for twenty years of service destroyed by fire. at Carson Farmers Union Oil Company. Mrs. Bernard Twite passed away July 25th. Grant County Fair Association purchase New Powder River Bucking Chutes. City of Carson buys ambulance. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Peters of Lark received the "Outstan­ Russell Woodbury died August 15th. ding Agriculture Award" at N.D.S.U. Holiday on Ice to play in Bismarck. Grant County Fair held in August - free barbeque served That's 30 for 1975. by Carson Businessmen. 1976 Sims Church, organized in 1884, observes its 90th Carson Press being printed at new printing plant at New anniversary, Salem. Mrs. Delia Emch of Leith passed away August 29th. Men sentenced to prison for robbing and beating Henry Floyd Hixson, 76, Carson merchant passed away August Eggers. 31st. Carson School to have kindergarten. Mrs. Arthur Weekes passed away. Duane Streigel, Leith, elected President of American "Bangs" Vaccination Sign-up announced. Tarentaise Association. Twenty people complete Red Cross course at Carson. Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Schadler winners of Conservation Edwin Vandenburg heads Grant County Fair Board. 65 Achievement Award. Sportsmen of the year winners were Alice Fischer, Arlen Tennis Court approved and completed in July. 1977 at Bachmann, Elmer Wentlandt, Jim Wingenbach, and Gerald a cost of $16,980. Hoerner - Wildlife officers were Ervin Metz, Ernest Pittsley and El Rancho Motel opened with 10 units and three Frank Fischer. apartments. North Dakota gets first wild turkey hunting season. John Heinz, Carson, passes away. Carson wins second in district basketball tournament. Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Diehl chosen Farm Family of the Year. Carson group accepts Bicentennial Flag at School. Helen Bell, wife of John Bell, publisher of Carson Press Crop judging team receives awards. for many years, passed away at age 92. Private Lloyd Leinitz, Raleigh, graduates from Marine Jacobson Memorial Hospital and Care Center at Elgin was Recruits at San Diego. completed. Carson Implement owner Dick Miller hires Bob Erhardt Edna Kono, former Grant County Superintendent of as salesman. Schools, passes away. Paul Allen funeral services held in Denver. Lars Handegard has auction sale. Carson School attains accreditation level of three. Fifteen inches of moisture in one week in April. Mrs. Joe Binstock of Leith wins shopping spree at Krause Carson Horseshoe Club holds organizational meeting. Super Valu. Double L Clothing Store opens June 23rd, with Mr. and Kenneth Schriock holds auction sale of farm machinery. Mrs. Pat LaRogue as managers. Ervin Metz runs for city councilman. Carson Cement Plant opens with Dennis Raab as Lloyd Massey funeral services held in Carson. manager. The Carson Hotel announced closed. Reuben Zeller retires as postmaster after 26 years of ser­ Captain Wayne Johnson receives Air Force medal. vice and Gerald Bruning appointed his successor. City of Carson erects new Siren Tower. Grant County 4-H Clubs sponsored an abandoned car Mike Scholl, Raleigh, new Commander of Legion Post at campaign. Raleigh. First high school rodeo held in Grant County was at Bull Riding and Team Roping featured at Grant County Carson. Fair Grounds. New Production Credit Association building erected in Delores Chase candidate for Roosevelt School Board. Carson. Allan and Theresa Schriock purchase Carson Lumber Green Thumb program for senior citizens started in yard from Reuben Goetz. Carson. Dwight McVay, Carson Banker and Albert Rivinius, Elgin Pump Handle Pete, Raleigh bucking horse 29 years old, receive Republican nominations. bucks off cowboy at high school rodeo. Elbert Rennick sells service station to Richard Miller. Carson Theatre opened for the summer. Helen Ramburs home for sale. Red Fox Cafe opened July 1st with Mr. and Mrs. Carl A 60 by 100 foot building to be erected on Carson Main Fowler as managers. Street directly east of Grant County State Bank to house a Longbranch Saloon opened. steakhouse, cafe, bar and lounge. CETA Youth Program paints Carson Legion Hall. Carson Pioneers visit Medora and take in the musical. New 4-H Beef Barn constructed on Fair Grounds. John Zeller opens upholstery shop in Carson. Carson Manor with 10 units was built by Otto Bresler and Grant County State Bank gets paintings done by Bob Herman Haas. Watts, Rawhide City painter. George Brinkman and J.C. Stevenson honored for ser­ Carson to host slow-pitch tourney. vice to Grant County Fair. Carson Homemakers open library in Carson and hold Idle Hour Bar has new Western Style front. open house. Olag Huber was honored with a plaque upon retiring as Cancer Society goes over goal, Rachel Pittsley, chairman. cook at school for 17 years. Second reunion of the high schools of Carson, Thain, Dwight Kamrath passes away. Leith and Brisbane to be held. Farmers Union Oil Company burglarized. Carsons Bicentennial and Grant County Fair to be held Mrs. Anna Lane, 94, Carson Pioneer passes away. August 26 to 29th. Miss North Dakota, Donna Grotberg, Valley City, leaves 1978 for Atlantic City. Rig searches for oil on Margaret Hartman farm South of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Brinkman return from Farm Tour of Carson. Western Europe. Area farmers busy attempting to open snow blocked Mrs. Ella Streigel, Carson pioneer celebrates her 94th roads in area. birthday. Burlington Northern train stuck in snow West of Carson. Hunting season closed by Governor Link in Southwest Ron Dauwen and Kenny Schriock open S and D Saddle part of state due to dry conditions. Shop. George and Anne Weinberger hold auction sale. National Guard moved into county to open roads. Area receives cover of snow in October. Coyotes preying on young calves in Heart River area. Toman Cleaners announce service at Carson Cream Carson basketball team wins second in district tourna­ Station. ment at Elgin. George Massey new manager of Carson Farmers Union Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center observes first Oil Company. anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vandenburg of Lark awarded Outstan­ Burlington Northern had to close 100 mile branch line ding Agriculture Award. to Mott because of snowdrifts. Frank Ruemmele, former Mayor of Carson receives The Heart River below Heart Butte Dam was a scene of Governers Leadership Award. fishing as temperatures rose and fishermen took to open Mrs. Kathy Udell wins Christmas stocking at Krause Super waters. Valu. Lawrence Welk to appear on Easter Seal telecast. Carson Chieftains defeats Elgin Dutchmen in overtime. Gerald Bruning, Carson Postmaster, assists in stamp David and Glen Udell open D & G Auto Parts store. collecting. 1977 Charmin bathroom tissue • 4 rolls for 59C, potatoes 10 Carson Press Office dismantled old linotype. pounds - 79C D & G Auto Parts Store now opened by Dave and Glen Anton Weinhandl, Shields rancher dies. Udell. Heart Butte Dam crests with high water. Carson received grant for Fire Hall and Community Raleigh Saddle Club honors four charter members. • Mrs. Center - ground breaking in April for new buildings. 55 Bill Morrison, Mrs. Norvin Ozbun, Wiliam Morrison and Mike Ternes. Carson Beauty Salon sold to Dawn Hauck by Rosemary Ducks return from winter quarters. Peterson. North Dakota Governor, Arthur Link speals at Carson Dairy barn burns at Emilie Schock farm South of Leith FFA Banquet. with heavy losses incurred in farm equipment, livestock and Wayne and Hilda Gifford auction sale at F]asher farm. feed. Carson Commercial Club enters Carson in Community Grant County Historical Society takes over the St. Gabriel Betterment Contest. Catholic Church at Shields to preserve it as a pioneer land­ Services for Mrs. Rose Fuchs held in Cars9n April 27, mark of the Faithful. 1978. Vincent Muggli celebrates his 90th birthday. Krause Super Valu closes out dry goods Department to Mrs. Jim (Judy) Hoff of Leith appointed a representative expand groceries. of New York Life Insurance Company. Ella Streigel residence in Carson for sale. Alois Riehl, Raleigh, given a plaque for 24 years of ser­ Reuben Goetz Lumber Yard for sale, health reasons. vice to Soil Conservation Service High school rodeo sponsored by Carson FFA Chapter May Tami McDowall, daughter of Gene and Peggy McDowall, 13 & 14. had a short story published in a National magazine. Grant County puts up new County Shop. Don and Rita Brinkman honored for Conservation Award. Minnie Woodbury rites held at First Presbyterian Church. County to vote on bond issue for new court house. Mikala Marie Diehl, 20 oz. at birth lives to rnake history Ken Diehl named manager of Production Credit Associa­ at the Bismarck Hospital. tion at Carson. Carson Theatre showing "Littlest Horse Tfijeves." First Lady Commercial club president, Dawn Hauck won Hail storm hits Lark area with golf ball size hail. election. May observed as Older American Month by President Carson Alumni Committee planning an all school reunion Carter. during fair in 1980. Tony and Eva Kopps Grocery store closes at Raleigh. $555,000. Grant approved for Grant County Courthouse Grant County Sheriff, Reno Grade, resigns. - bond issue vote set for March 12th. Bond issue was approv­ Carson Mayor, Joe Braun proclaims May 24th as Poppy ed and bids to be let at a later date. Day. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Deichert, Raleigh, named Catholic Longbranch Cafe and Steak House opens urder manage­ Family of the Year. ment of LeRoy and Arlene Arndt. Norman Miller and Virgil Hertz honored by Carson FHA Mr. and Mrs. Harold Krause receive plaque from Carson for help at FFA Rodeo. Music Mothers in appreciation for donations and service given. Phonics workshop - a help for area teachers and parents First class postage raised May 29th to 15< involved in teaching readiness at kindergarten and primary Kenneth W. Peteson resigns as State Atto-ney. level was held and was presented by two instructors from County Commissioners appoint Kent A. Higgjns as Grant California. County States Attorney. Carson High School to promote a Jogathon for High Don Brinkman Ranch, Carson, selected as Conservation School Athletic Fund. Achievement winner. Rose Besser was a delegate to National Rural Health Care Grant County picked for resurfacing highv/ay 21. Conference sponsored by Grant County Farmers Union. Dwight McVay, honored at open house for birthday, at Grant County Commissioners purchase a microfilm unit Grant County State Bank. for documents as the old photostat system was destroyed in Daily business thrives in Grant County - Selfridge Cheese the courthouse fire. Plant employs 30 people. Art Raeshke given a special plaque for 43 years of faithful Tornado brings death and destruction to Grant County. service to Carson Fire Department. Receiving 35 year pins Trailer homes on way to Grant County for home damag­ were Art Raeshke, D.C. McVay, Herb Huber, Delbert Ferguson ed in tornado. and Ervin Erickson. 25 year pins went to Roger Harmon, Frank County Fair theme "Big, Wide Wonderful World." Fischer, and Reuben Zeller. Robin Moos crowned 4-H Senior Queens at Raleigh Patsy Weekes and Daren Pfliiger attended International Rodeo. Peace Garden Music Camp. Ice Cream pie social sponsored by Carson Community Dorothy Weekes awarded a special plaque by Art and Betterment Program. Lenora Raeshke for 20 years of faithful service to the Carson Bees pollinate sunflowers, provide increase in yield. Pharmacy. Kathryn Peters, Lark, writes songs of Norlh Dakota. Third Annual FFA High School Rodeo held May 12th and County builds new maintenance building In Carson. 13th. Soil Testing started in Grant County. Junior High School boys of Carson won team champion­ Keith Emch, former Leith resident dies in California. ship at Cannonball Conference track meet. Adam Vilhauer, Stockbuyer dies. Bids for new courthouse opened June 15th - Ground Grant County 4-H Steer, owned by Ron Wingenbach breaking ceremonies were held June 18th with about 400 aten- bought by McLaughlin Livestock for 80C cwt. ding the impressive ceremony. Walt Sokolofsky and Ted New front completed for Carson Commurity Center. Koenig dug first shovelful with other celebrities taking turns Tornado levels two large barns at Chas Pfliiger farm. later. Ralph Hanson passed away September 22. Walter Sokolofsky, who has been a member of the Lewis Michael Kiser is new F.H.A. Supervisor, replacing Dar- and Clark 1805 Regional Council for Development, received rell Wetzel who will transfer to Mott F.H.A. Office. an award of appreciation for attendance and activity for nine Fire does severe damage at Herb Wagner farm. years. Prairie fire burns 1000 acres grass land in lakebeds Nor­ Eleven students from St. Gertrude were inducted into the theast of Carson. Society of Distinguished High School students - they were Julie Leith Garage and trailer home owned by Jerry Hauge Dillman, Cecelia Riehl, Janell Volk, Sue Schaff, Donald burns. Boespflug, Curtis Seiler, Dion Volk, Linda Fergel, Loretta 60 year old Grant County Courthouse burns to ground Riehl, Loren Volk and Lorin Kahl. in December. Most office equipment and files wsre saved and First Annual Open House and Appreciation Day held by offices relocated in Carson. County records found okay in ce­ Stewart Feeds with about 200 attending. ment vaults. Gloria Wingenbach to go to England on a Youth Ex­ change Program. 1979 Carson Park receives 10 barbeque grills from Department D.C. McVay honored for 50 years of service to the Grant of Interior and were installed by Youth Conservation Corps. County State Bank. 67 George and Alice Brinkman celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Carson Lions Club builds and donates grand stands to fair Nancy Anderson 89, Leith, passes away. board. Large crowd attends Grant County Fair, Barbeque and Dawn's Beauty Shop has grand opening. Rodeo. Leon Sundstrom is new pastor at American Lutheran Chester Danzeisen selected for membership in North Church at Flasher, St. John's Lutheran, Carson and First Dakota Horseshoe Pitchers Hall of Fame. Presbyterian, Carson. Edmond Zimmerman ordained into ministry of the Con­ Gerald Sturn is Grant County Extension Agent. gregational Church in Turtle Lake. Virgil and Patsy Hertz moved 750 cows to Nebraska for Mr. and Mrs. Don Stoebner purchase Carson Pharmacy wintering, eleven semi-trucks were used. from Arthur Raeshke. Krause Super Valu celebrates 35th anniversary. Gov. Arthur Link presented Delbert Ferguson with the 1981 Governors Leadership Award. Frances Schelle is new County Superintendent of Schools. F.J. Ruemmele, 81, Carson passed away suddenly, he was Ron Weikum, Grant County States Attorney resigns and former Senator, Veterans Service officer, was on the draft Ross Olson appointed to fill out term. board and Mayor of Carson for 27 years besides many other Tom and Helen Cline owners and operators of the Grant civic organizations. County Vet Clinic, west of Carson opened recently, with all Mrs. Ralph (Helen) Hanson received a special award from new equipment and a new sign on their clinic building. Farm Bureau for Ralph's 18 years of service. Carson has new ice skating rink west of GTA Elevator. Robert (Bubs) Asbridge resigns as County Auditor. Buffalo hunt and butchering day held at Rossow Brothers Carson plans Medical Clinic with Dr. Maravilla in charge Ranch. to be opened temporarily in old Carson Press Building. Lloyd Stewart received plaque from Gold Label Feed Co. Signal and gate were installed at Burlington Railroad for being among top 10 feeder dealers in state. crossing on Highway 21. Carson had 15 kindergarten students on opening day with Carson Roller Mill owned and operated by Vincent Mug­ Eileen Edland as teacher. gli family since 1919 will be considered for nomination to Na­ Pastor and students at St. Gertrude get national recogni­ tional Register of Historical Places. tion in a TV film about kero-sun portable kerosene heaters. Carl School moved to Carson by Historical Society. City of Carson completes a new 48 by 50 building for New Grant County Courthouse nearly complete. storage etc. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Volk, Raleigh were chosen Catholic 1980 Family of the Year. Terry Binstock traps bobcat. Mrs. Vernon Lane was presented a plaque honoring her Willard Sauer's have first 1980 baby at Jacobson as a charter member of the Walter J. Thome Post No. 45 of Memorial Hospital, a girl named Jennifer. Carson, being a member for 26 years. Both Mrs. Lane and Mrs. Carson receives $6750. grant for sewer and lagoon Mary Ruemmele were presented with a life membership to the system. club. Gerald Bruning starts 4 stamp clubs in Grant County. Agnes Deichert and George Zeller presented certificates Lloyd Stewart elected board chairman of Production of awards from U.N.D. as preliminary winners in "Know Your Credit Association of Mandan. State" competition. Tom Asbridge, 67, Leith rancher, passes away. Bob Chase, rural mailcarrier since 1957, transfers to Mark Roll, 18, Heil died in motorcycle accident. Hazen. Carson Legion Auxiliary donate a scoop stretcher to Car­ Quad kids are born to goat at LeRoy Arndt farm. son Ambulance. Delores Chase received a Certificate of Appreciation after Rev. David Krester installed as Carson OPC Pastor. completing three years on Northwest Division Advisory Coun­ Farmers taking rabies shots due to epidemic. cil of Red Cross. Amanda Johnson rites held at Presbyterian Church. Ag Day held at Leahy School a great success. Christian School opens in Elgin. Shirley and Luz Strom, daughters of Dale and Frances New Grant County Courthouse near completion. Strom, becomes U.S. Citizens. Carson Commercial Club has open house for Raeshke's K.D. Mercantile celebrates 1st anniversary. on their 42'/2 years of drug store service. Nine Carson Students won bright red jackets from Heart J.C. Stevenson dies in auto accident - Brother Donald Association for participation in Jump-Rope-A-Thon for Heart Stevenson seriously injured. Fund. Ranchers plan Vet Clinic - Tom Cline Veterinarian. Carson Medical Clinic closed May 29th. Carson Medical Clinic Committee buys old firehall for Dr. Ron Wingenbach received the Ted Uecher scholarship and Maravilla Clinic - Open House held. a Student Senate scholarship at Dickinson State College and Severe hail storm passes through county. Laurel Riehl received a Student Senator scholarship. Father Krebs replaces Father Baches as St. Therese's French Angora rabbit owned by Mrs. Don Stoebner won priest. Best of Breed and Best of Variety at Huron and Aberdeen, S.D. Otto Roesler, former owner of a Carson Bar and Carson shows. Manor passes away. Raleigh men organize a Jaycee Club. County offices moved into new court house. K.D. Mercantile goes out of business. Godfrey Schriock, very active in Farmers Union work, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Peters, Lark, celebrate 50th wedding passes away. anniversary. Ruben Goetz sells Lumber Yard to Marshall Feland. Second Annual Old Timers Rodeo held at Raleigh Open House and dedication for new courthouse held on September 27th. August 21st. Sam Bay wins three-wheeler at Elgin celebration. Four planes were used in county grasshopper spray Carson's 15th Annual Horseshoe Tourney very successful. program. Carson ball diamond rejuvenated by volunteers. Dr. Tom Cline sets up his Veterinarian Clinic Southwest Stewart Feeds hold appreciation barbeque. of Carson. Community Auction Sale held at fair grounds as a benefit Joe Braun resigns as Carson Mayor. for 4-H building. Father Sebastian Ettolil of India becomes Carson St. Myles and Brenda Miller of Raleigh won the saddle given Therese's priest. away by Stewart Feeds. Carson merchants hold first crazy days sidewalk sale. New bridge built across Heart River Northwest of Carson Joe Roll loses 17 cows from cyanide poisoning from at a cost of about $230,000. Sudan Grass. 68 Grant County Weed Control Board formed to work especially on eliminating leafy spurge. Banquet at Grand Forks. Shields area hit by a severe storm in July. Les Gullickson, former Carson teacher as presented the New 4-H Exhibit building built on fair grounds. Adult Educator Achievement Award for North Dakota at a Carson Jayceettes hold Bike-A-Thon, earning $200. to be ceremony in Omaha, Neb., sponsored by the Missouri Valley sent to St. Judes Hospital for cancer research. Education Association. Oil rig set up West of Carson on Oscar Hirning land. Carson Pharmacy closed May 29, 1982. Jack Chesrown 1981 Honored Old Timer at the fair. JoAnn Zeller, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Zeller, Kelly Binstock, Leith, selected as Outstanding Participant Leith, was awarded the Retired Officers Association Award by in the CETA Summer Youth Employment Program in Region Governor Olson at ROTC Governors Day Award ceremony, VII. held at UND. Friends harvest crop for August Schock. Laurel Riehl selected as outstanding student at Dickin­ Carson Spirits 4-H Club and friends paint the bleachers son State College and accepted the membership in 1981-82, at Carson Rodeo Grounds. "Who's Who Among students in American Colleges". Brenda Lee Bonogofsky crowned Miss Grant County at Carson to have Senior Citizens Meal Program starting Carson Jayceettes Pageant and then chosen Miss Grant Coun­ September 1st. ty Rodeo and went on to be selected as Miss Rodeo North Hertz Brothers open a branch "Our Own Hardware" in Car­ Dakota in Bismarck October 25th. son in former Double L building with grand opening August 900 people served at the beef barbeque held at the park 9 to 14. during the fair. Henry and Emma Werner celebrate their 50th aniversary Carson Fire District has a new fire truck. in Legion Hall. Arlene Wells elected director of Mor-Gran-Sou Electric Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church receives church bell Cooperative. from former church in Leith, the bell being originally from Car­ Chloe Garber presents school children with copies of her roll, Nebraska and was brought to Leith by the Emch family. book "Early Stories of the Flickertail State." " Mud Football held at Carson Rodeo grounds with barbe­ Goldie Schreiber celebrates her 80th birthday. que afterwards, all for the benefit of the rodeo. Mrs. Ernest Zeller caught a 20 pound salmon at Garrison, Tom Cline, Vet, holds a rabies clinic. N.D. Governor Jangula of South Dakota purchased an old Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hauge and Mr. and Mrs. Grant Hauge buggy from Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Schock. win Grant County Soil Conservation award. Big sheep shearing day held at Bill Vogel farm, Lark. They Gary Skretteberg receives Outstanding Director of the raise cattle, hay, grain, sheep and goats, the wool from which Year Award from Grant County Fair Board. Irene spins yarn. County buys three snow plows. John Riehl received appreciation plaque from Carson Mr. and Mrs. Bob Coyle purchase the Long Branch School Board for 18 years of service on the board. Steakhouse and Saloon. Raleigh ladies won second place in Early Bird Softball tournament at Sertoma Park, Bismarck. 1982 Shields community celebrated their 86th birthday with Rod Paulson attends GTA training service in St. Paul. picnic, quilt show and supper. In January 28th issue of the Carson Press a very detailed A nice story was printed in July 29th issue of the Carson history of Carson was printed complete with pictures and it Press about George Bruington, his horses and his love for was titled "Best of the Best 1925". rodeo. Carson Jaycees held a snowmobile race east of Carson Reno Grade, Deputy Sheriff of Grant County passes away and at least 50 snowmobiles took part. suddenly. Brenda Lee Bonogofsky honored at coronation banquet S.W. Hartman is 1982 honored Old Timer at the Grant and ball at the Longbranch Steakhouse attended by a capaci­ County Fair. ty crowd. Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Clark honored on their 60th Carson marks water hydrants with flags to enable snow anniversary. plows to see them while plowing deep snow this winter. Carson Softball team won annual Grant County Softball George Brinkman 75, passes away. Tournament. Harold Krause given plaque by Carson Jaycees in ap­ Grand Champion 4-H beef owned by Jim Streigel purchas­ preciation of his service to the Jaycees Chapter. ed by McLaughlin Livestock Market for $1.03 per pound. Rev. Leon and Rita Sundstrom received the Carson Credit Union opens September 1st in Farmers Union Jayceettes first baby of the year quilt. Building. Allan Schriock narrowly escaped drowning when his trac­ Kim Vandenburg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Vanden­ tor broke through the ice on a dam near his farm. burg, Lark, was accepted as an exchange student and will be Joseph Seiler family of Raleigh named Catholic Family attending University of Hawaii. of the Year. Old Timers Rodeo held at Raleigh September 19th. Carson Merchants Association have a $25.00 weekly pro­ motion and also other prizes. Lori Arndt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Arndt, receiv­ ed Mallinckrodt Award from Bismarck Hospital Radiology Mrs. Theodore Riehl of Raleigh attended the National Technology - a two year program. Farmers Union Convention in Washington, D.C. Duane C. Johnson, son of Clarence and Charlotte Melting snow causes high water near Leith corner. Johnson promoted to rank of Major in North Dakota National Carson Production Credit Association holds open house Guard. in their new building. Tom and Becky Hauge receive Young Dakotan Award Specialist 5, Bruce Bohn, received Army Achievement from Grant County Farm Bureau and also received the runner- Medal for his work in erection of the Medical Clearing Sta­ up award at state level. tion at Winter Exercises Artie Star 1981. Harold Krause presented a plaque as a "Friend of 4-H" Dennis Raab built an extra wide attachment for his pay by Gerald Sturn, Grant County Extension Agent. loader to handle snow and was kept very busy cleaning driveways and streets due to extra heavy snowfall this winter. Dave Hoff, Leith, received Grand Champion Grain ex­ hibitor in 4-H program. Steve Hausauer succeeds Everett Johnson as new District Selma Wessel, Leith, celebrated her 96th birthday. Conservationist for the Grant County Soil Conservation Ser­ vice upon Everett's retirement. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Diehl celebrated 65th anniversary. Brenda Lee Bonogofsky is first North Dakotan to be Jeff Corey, President of the Grant County State Bank chosen Miss Rodeo America at Rodeo finals in Oklahoma - moves to Glasgow, Montana. a big welcome home celebration in Carson Dec. 19th. Deep snow blocks Milwaukee Railroad. Dr. Jacobson received the Community Service Award dur­ Helen Deichert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Max Deichert ing the 95th Annual North Dakota Medical Association Awards 69 of Raleigh is one of 23 Mary College students selected for 1983 edition of "Who's Who Among Students in American Univer­ Carson Lions Club erect a new attractive sign in recogni­ sities and Colleges". tion of Brenda Lee Bonogofsky, Miss Rodeo America of 1983. Carson's new postmaster is Ramona Cofer as of April 1983 15th. Grant County States Attorney K.W. Peterson appoints April storm drops 6 inches of snow. James Vukelic, Attorney-at-Law, Mott, to serve as Assistant Gordon Timbo family host a Japanese student, Yuko States Attorney for Grant County. Hara, in their home. Carson Sportsmen Club will pick up Christmas trees to Marie Sokolofsky 83, funeral held April 28th. be used for Wildlife habitat. Arthur Eggers retires as Grant County Treasurer and will Vincent Muggli Sr., 93, owner of Carson Roller Mill, which be succeeded by Roger Ruscheinsky, newly elected treasurer. was declared a State and National Landmark, passed away Gene McDowall farm chosen for Achievement Award. December 30, 1982. Tornado wrecks buildings on Lloyd Massey farm. Viola Hartman rites held December 31, 1982. Reuben Zeller inducted to Horseshoe Hall of Fame. Carson Meals Program to hold Whist Benefit Party. 4-H Annual Old Timers Rodeo held at Raleigh. Wendall Dawson selected chairman of Grant County Carson Hilly Club sponsored Demolition Derby. Commissioners. Arthur Sauer, rural Carson, died September 2nd. Brenda Lee Bonogofsky, Miss Rodeo North Dakota Tex Riehl received Hard Luck Cowboy Award at Old Timer became Miss Rodeo America in 1983 and was crowned with Rodeo. new Stetson hats by President of Stetson Hat Company. Jean Muggli to attend Miss Teen of America Pageant. Dizzy Daisies Homemakers club January roll call - Tell Grand Opening of "Dakota Country Meats" held by Tim about your first date". and Rhonda Hillius, after their purchase of Metz Meat Locker Reuben Goetz, 62, former owner of Carson Lumber Yard for Ervin Metz. passed away. Carson area to have new Bell system. Mrs. Frank Emch 89, dies in California, January 1st. Iola Ruscheinsky received engraved plaque "In recogni­ Miss Rodeo America, Brenda Lee Bonogofsky speaks at tion of 20 years of Social Service". North Dakota House of Representatives in Bismarck. Patricia Weekes is new employee at Carson Postoffice as Norman Miller of South of Carson reports 12 head of cat­ clerk. tle missing from his feedlot. Mike Bruner, Carson native, wins art award contest with Anna K. Streigel rites held January 17. picture of "Badlands". Roosevelt Public School Kindergarten begins with Mrs. Vicki Eli wins quilt raffled by Carson Meal Program. Lawrence Edland as teacher. Joe and Eva Wingenbach honored as Agriculturist at Calvin Trauger, former Grant County Sheriff, rites held. NDSU. Lyle Zimmerman, Carson, writes two songs "Miss America Duane and Kitty Zenker, new owners of El Rancho Motel Rodeo Queen" and "Once An All-Around Cowboy". in Carson as of October 1st. Floyd Gail Harper 73, dies in Billings, Montana. Carson telephone customers as of October 28 must dial Jacob Stoller 77, funeral held in Jamestown. all seven digits to complete calls. Frank Vetter 71, former Carson resident dies inTacoma. Reuben Zeller receives "Friend of 4-H Award" plaque from New Crop varieties released this year are Lloyd Durum, Gerald Stum, County Extension Agent. Holberg Pinto beans, Pierce oats and Kramer triticale. Roscoe Clark, retired Standard Oil Dealer, passed away Carson Wildlife Club gives awards to Ernest Pittsley for November 13. largest walleye and silver bass - Pat Johnson, Walleye - Fran­ Jerry and Susan Hauge purchase Frank's Standard cis Miller, Northern Pike and Wayne Strand, Rainbow trout. Station. Aerobic Dance class held in Carson. G.M. Bonogofsky purchased Idle Hour Bar and Lounge Mris. Mae Heinz 95, rites held in Bismarck. from Gordon and Ramona Cofer. "Nellie" Kelly 94, former Carson resident dies in Oregon. Rose Ketterling 82, passed away November 26. George Ferguson, pioneer rancher passed away. New license plates will be made for North Dakota. Carson Park board draws up plans to improve park. Snow storm hits county December 1st. Howard Reimer 73, passes away at Portland, Oregon. Joe Roster 66, dies suddenly at his home in Carson, 1983 Soil Conservation Office Staff - Lawrence Edland, December 6th. Steve Hausauer, Richard Lee and Lewis Meisel. Area cities plan Santa Day activities. Freezing rain in March does much damage in County. "RE" Chase is a 1983 member of the Burning Hills Singers Gary Skretteberg wins Simmental Awards for Outstan­ at Medora Musical. ding Performance. Butter and cheese distribution to needy families. Older Workers Week honors Mabel Danzeisen as siter Nick Banyai of Tri-City Sanitation hired for city garbage manager of Carson Meal Program and duties at Community collection. Library. Smoky Bear to be featured on stamp in 1984. 4,460 bushels of durum collected for the "Noodles for the Theo. L Zeller, 91, Carson, passed away May 31. Needy" program. Dr. and Gene Jacobson celebrate 50th anniversary. Carson Meals Program rated very high. Theodore Diehl 88, passed away May 29th. Blood pressure testing done once a month at Carson Carson Diamond Jubilee meeting held to plan 1985 Pioneer Club. Jubilee. Ice Storm Disaster Area includes Grant County. LeRoy and Arlene Arndt hold auction sale June 18th. Duane Schmidt is new Stauffer Seed Salesman. Mrs. Reinhardt Steinley 79, passed away. Carson Park receives $6500. grant to develop Carson Second Annual Co-Ed Mud Football game and Bar-B-Que park. held for the benefit of fair board. Cannonball Bridge South of Leith to be replaced. Grant County Jail receives new addition. Edward Pfliiger 77, passes away March 16th. Jodi Ehlringer awarded leagues Most Valuable Player at Western Dakota Cable Inc. announced sign-up for Car­ basketball camp held in Carson school. son on March 26. Roger Ruscheinsky, new County Treasurer as of May 3rd Mrs. George Ferguson 86, rites held in Mcintosh. with Vicki Eli as Deputy Treasurer. Don Emch, Leith reports Old Leith Hall needs work done Wilmer and Betty Zenker hold auction sale July 16. on it. Heart Butte Dam claims life of Scott Hawn, 18 of Mott. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sauter honored at 50th Anniversary. Dizzy Daisies Homemakers clean the old St. Joseph Mr. and Mrs. Julius Zeller celebrate 55th Anniversary. cemetery. Herb Huber retires from police duties after 31 years as Jayme Hertz graduated from hairstyling program and is policeman in Carson. 70 employed at Dawn's Beauty Den. Stacy Riehl, Raleigh, crowned queen of 4-H Rodeo. Herb Huber retires as city, county policeman after 36 Carson School gets new chain link fence. years of police work. Carson Miller Implement Softball team wins first in Heart Bob Coyle, Longbranch Cafe manager, selected as District River League. 35 Republican Party representative. Miss Brenda Lee Bonogofsky, Miss Rodeo America of L.P. Lounge-Miller Implement wins Western Basketball 1983 welcomed home for Grant County Fair. League. Jewell Roehl, Miss Grant County of 1983. Richard Miller, Mayor, donated pony to be raffled off by Brandon Skretteburg has Grand Champion 4-H Steer the Senior Citizens to benefit the meals program. which sold for $1.00 per pound to Gordie Ulmer of Grant County Feeds is dealer for Anchor Animal Health McLaughlin. products with Jack Chesrown as manager. Egli Bacon Farm of New Salem, entered fair parade driv­ Idar Handegard operates a machine and repair shop in ing two harnessed pigs pulling a wagon. old Farmer Union Building. The new arena at the fair grounds was dedicated by Fishing season opens May 5th with new stamp required. Richard Miller, Chairman of Carson Rodeo Committee in Mrs. Ethel Hanson receives the "Great American Family memory of J.C. Stevenson and George Brinkman. Award" presented by the Grant County Homemakers Council. Miss Nyra Timboe in the "Miss North Dakota Teen L.L. 1984 State Pageant. Rodeo Queen Clinic held at Kirkland Motor Inn with Bren­ Richard Miller wins election for Carson Mayor. da Lee Bonogofsky, Miss 1983 Rodeo America, being Francis Barth, Grant County Legislator dies April 11th. instructor. Scott Muggli, Carson student, captures third place in the Randy Grosz retires from Northwest Bell Telephone after Operation Drive Excellence Safety Driving program. 34 years of service. Community Action Program gives garden seeds to low Infant car seats available in county as a phase of the Pro­ income families. ject Childsafe. Late April snowstorm hits county April 26th, dumping 12 Leith Hall remodeling is completed. to 24 inches of snow in county - stockmen hit hard by storm. New crop varieties released in 1984 are Bowman Barley, Jamie Hertz opens the "Shear Pleasure" beauty parlor Hazen Barley, Stoa Wheat, Steele Oats, Nodak Pinto Beans, located at El Rancho Motel. and C-20 Navy beans. John G. Steinley passed away April 25th. Gary Skretteberg receives honors from the American Sim- Kathy and Roger Vetter of Bismarck are new managers mental Association for two cow awards for outstanding of the El Rancho Motel in Carson as of April 3, 1984. performance. Emil and Florence Wingenbach hold Auction Sale. Carson Wildlife Club presents trophies and plaques to Emmaus Congregational Church of Carson will celebrate Wayne Strand, Ervin Metz, Frances Miller, Duane Schatz and its 80th Anniversary on July 1, 1984. Larry Edland. LuCinda Zeller, 1984 Valedictorian and Kent Diehl, Brenda Lee Bonogofsky, 1983, Miss Rodeo America, Salutatorian at Carson School. returns home. Reuben Hauck of Carson dies May 10, 1984. Sausage-Kraut dinner sponsored by Carson Diamond Robert Gomke dies May 18, 1984. Jubilee committee. Kathryn Peters honored for writing Lark news articles for Bruce Bohn and Mitchell Bohn purchase Krause Super 46 years. Valu Store. Plans are being completed for construction of a Carson meals program menu for the week included BBQ 6-lane bowling alley in Carson, plus a two-story professional chicken, Beef Stroganoff, Baked Ham, Salisbury Steak and building, a clothing store and pharmacy is also being planned. Baked Fish. Logo needed for Carson 1985 Jubilee. Jerome Streigel, participates in Youth Exchange program Merritt Harding, former owner of Carson Press dies in Panama. January 18th at Phoenix, Az. Carson Post Office gets new boxes. Bruce Bohn and Amy Bohn are new managers of Carson Ida Binstock writes Leith news for Carson Press. Super Valu. First Southwest Bank of Carson holds open house on June Dr. Scott Keeler hired as head physician of the hospital 22, 1984. clinic Carson Branch. Carson Horseshoe Tourney draws 66 pitchers from around Arthur Eggers retires as Carson City Auditor. the state. Grant County State Bank has name change to First Carson Pioneers serve lunch for horseshoe tourney. Southwest Bank. Duane Ochoxner, former Carson resident passes away at Carson Main street to get new buildings. Historical Society Seattle June 18, 1984. to move and restore old buildings which include the library, Raleigh celebrates 4th of July with its 34th year of Rodeo. Fred's Barber Shop and old cream station. Clinton E. Diehl passes away July 10th. Gene McDowall Sr. and Gene McDowall Jr. chosen as 14th Annual Western North Dakota 4-H Rodeo held July 1983 Achievement Award winners for Grant County Soil Con­ 15th at Raleigh Rodeo Arena. servation District. Jerome Streigel, who was participating in an Youth Ex­ Carson businessmen club welcomes Bruce and Amy Bohn change Program, drowned off the coast of Costa Rica. as managers of Carson Super Valu, Farmer Union Insurance Farmers Union Grain Terminal elevator at Carson sold agent Richard Pruitt and Western Dakota Cable Television as to S.W. Grain Cooperative at Gladstone, North Dakota. new business firms in Carson. 1984, Miss Grant County Queen is Lynette Baesler of New Joe Schlosser, former Carson resident passed away Leipzig. February 4th at Bismarck Hospital. Severe hail storm damages crops in Grant County July Carson Drug Store building, built in 1916, demolished 25th. in February to make room for new Super Valu store and bowl­ The new Carson Super Valu Store and the Recreation ing alley. Center is progressing on schedule. Bowling lanes have arriv­ Dakota Oak Cabinet Shop opened by Dick Kraft. ed in Carson. Fred's Barber Shop closed on Main street will reopen Grant County Fair and Rodeo held August 16-19, 1984. March 2nd, at Stewart Feed Store. Carson Womens Bowling Association organizational Emil A. Giese, retired District Judge and former States meeting held August 3rd. Attorney for Grant County for 22 years dies at Sacramento, The new Carson Super Valu Store, had ribbon cutting California on February 10th. ceremony for official opening, Bruce Bohn, store manager, Dr. Scott Keeler, M.D. of Carson Clinic holds open house. Julia Bohn, cutting the ribbon. Harold Krause, former owner of Krause Super Valu en­ Carson Bowling Center near completion. joys retirement. 71 Carson Businessmen's Club selling street dance tickets. Karen Stevenson and Mildred Ochoxner display and sell Binstock and Joe Wingenbach received championship Jubilee souvenirs at Grant County Fair. trophies. New lagoon sewage treatment facilities under construc­ Percy McLean and Muriel Sept entertained Carson tion West of Carson. Pioneers. Carson Super Valu and Carson Bowling and Recreational Grant County Homemakers hold Achievement Banquet Center float wins at Grant County Fair. Delores Diehl received 20 year pin; Irene Lane 25 year pin; Martha Jacobs retires from FHA office after working with Lenore Raeshke and Louise Evans 40 year pins. FHA for 28 years. The Chapparral Store opens with pharmacy, clothing, vet The 1918 Grant County Courthouse burned to the ground supplies and gifts with Eva Bohn as manager and Mary Pat on December 7, 1978. Carvel as pharmacist. The newly remodeled store was formerly Carson Bowling and Recreational Center holds grand Krause Super Valu Store. opening on August 24, 1984 with Larry Bohn as manager. Gary Skretteberg, Carson Rancher, receives first place George and Mary Lou Bohn are new owners of the awards on pen of three steers and pen of bulls at the Grant Longbranch Cafe and Steakhouse. County Feeder Calf Show. Grant County Soil Survey completed after 6 years of work­ Scott Muggli, FFA student at Carson wins Grand Cham­ ing testing soils. pion trophy at Grant County Crop Show. The Carson Chieftains athletic field has new announcers Arizona Sno-Birds hold a Pre-flight gathering with a stand. breakfast at the Longbranch Steakhouse in Carson. Larry Edland received plaque from Grant County Soil Governor Allen Olson presented Richard Miller, Carson District as a job well done in the County Soil Testing Survey. Mayor with the Community Pride Award for the building of Emma Hixson passes away August 27th. a new Super Valu Store and Carson Bowling Alley and Recrea­ John Streigel dies at Billings, Montana. tion Center with private funds from the Bohn Brothers. Three 5th Annual Old Timers Rodeo held in Raleigh, oldest con­ of the Bohn Brothers, Larry, George and Bruce were present testant being Gus Obermire, 81 of Stuart, Nebraska. for the Award presentaion. Rhonda and Tim, owners of Dakota County Meats in Car­ Carson Women's Club sponsor their Annual Children's son holds their First Anniversary in business on September Halloween Party. 22 and 23. Carson Lions sponsoring a beard contest for Carson's 75th The "Chapparral" the new pharmacy, veterinary, clothing Jubilee. Beards to begin growing January 1, 1985 and cut off and gift store is open for business. August 18, 1985. Tony Fischer, 92, of Carson passed away September 16th. Ida Pathmann 89, funeral held in Bismarck. Carson High School Rodeo on September 23rd., was Reiny Weishaar, auctioneer, presented with "Friend of greeted with 6 inches of wet snow. 4-H" Award at the Grant County 4-H Round-Up. Bobbi Woodbury wins Girls All-Around Belt Buckle at Black Hills Trail Drive was traced through Grant County Carson High School Rodeo. portion of the Bismarck to Deadwood Trail. A Historical Steve Long of Carson bowled a high game of 243 at Car­ marker placed at the Cannonball River crossing, south of son Bowling Center. Carson. N.D. Governor Allen Olson, was a speaker at a noon lun­ Stuart Ternes, Raleigh Cowboy wins PRCA bull riding cheon in Carson at the George Bohn Long Branch Steakhouse. event at the Badlands Circuit finals. Carson Lion's announce Beard Growing Contest for Car­ "Key Day" at the new Chapparral clothing and gift store son's 75th Jubilee. managed by Larry and Eva Bohn. Richard Miller, Mayor of Carson, honored with Governor's Longbranch Cafe serving Turkey dinner for Thanksgiv­ Individual Leadership Award. ing under management of Mr. and Mrs. George Bohn. Bruce Bohn, manager of Carson Super Valu, holds grand Carson Bowling and Recreation Center, with Mr. and Mrs. opening. Ronald Bohn as managers have men's leagues, womens Howard Johnson and Pete Bertch enjoy a week of fishing leagues, Senior Citizens and open bowling going strong. in Alaska, a 55 pound salmon being the highlight of the trip. Carson Horseshoe Association holds Award Banquet - Joe

MEMORIES OF BRISBANE

Once a thriving small town with two grain elevators, we learned to dance. We had a boys basketball team that even grocery stores, hardware store, lumberyard, postoffice, cream made it to the district finals one year, even though we only station, a livestock operation, two churches and a great school, had six players. We also had a girl's basketball team, high including a 4-yr. high school, but today there is nothing left school plays, declamation contests, etc. but some fond memories for the people who lived there. We, All this we owe to our teacher M.J. McDonough. He taught who went to high school there were very fortunate in having us manners, punctuality besides we even learned our lessons. the best ever teacher. He saw to it that we did and had Even to this day, any one of his pupils will tell you that they everything the larger schools enjoyed, altho on a smaller scale, would rather stay home than be late to anything. Brisbane at of course. We had Junior - Senior Banquets and Proms, one time had many houses, a lot of them are in Carson and graduation nights that we still remember. We had dances at some are on area farms. One house is at the John Hintz Sr. school because he wouldn't let us to go public dances until 72 farm, another at Margaret Hartman's. Several are in Carson, I still write the Lark news for the Carson Press, which I have done for 47 years. There are many good people in our community to write about, but the news has also changed and there isn't as much to write about as in former years.

ARTHUR WEEKES FAMILY

Arthur (1866-1980) Weekes, son of Steve and Anna Thompson Weekes. Steve was born in Bertie, Canada. Alma Johnson (1889-1974) was the daughter of Anton and Gina Simonson Johnson. The Johnsons came to Minnesota about 1882 from Nor­ way and moved to Dakota Territory in 1887. Both Arthur and Alma were born on the Heart River near the Thompson Bridge. Arthur and Alma were married in 1909 and lived on their homestead seven miles northeast of Lark, N.D. until 1916. BRISBANE PUBLIC SCHOOL BUILDING They then moved to the Whitcomb Place. In 1932 they built a house on their old homestead and resided there until 1947, retiring to Carson, N.D. BRISBANE SCHOOL Arthur Jr. and family now reside on the homestead. Arthur served on the township board for many years and namely, Edland's, Orthodox Presbyterian manse, Ketterling's also on the Grant County Fair Board. and Alice Brinkman owns the old parsonage. One church was Art and Alma had seven children: John (deceased. moved to Carson and Emily Hixson made her home in it. The 1910-1919); Alvin (1915) Bismarck, N.D.; Gordon (1917), Car­ Woodman Hall was moved to Carson and is used by the son, N.D.; Anton (1921), Bismarck, N.D.; Leanor, (1924, Mrs. American Legion and Carson Pioneers. Oliver Wright), Flasher, N.D.; Arthur (1926); Norman (1930), Part of the Brisbane Depot is now the Dakota Oak Cabinet Port Angeles, Washington. Shop in Carson and owned by Dick Kraft. It is with regret that The above picture was taken on their Golden Wedding we see the old towns go but since we can't stand in the way Anniversary. of progress we must let go.

MEMORIES OF LARK By Kathryn Peters Like many small towns in North Dakota, the small town ARTHUR WEEKES of Lark is no more, as one after another of its business places closed and people moved away. In 1980 the Lark Postoffice JR. FAMILY was closed when Mrs. Don Whiteman resiged as postmistress. The people who live here are still using the name of Lark for their address, but the mail is sorted in the Flasher Postoffice and comes to us by our mail carrier, Adam Schafer, who also delivers the Raleigh mail. After the post office closed the on­ ly action in Lark that was left was at the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. The Congregation of this church became so small that this past year the people decided to close the church and join Art Weekes was born to Art and Alma Johnson Weekes the congregation of the Carson Orthodox Church. on November 14, 1926 at the family home, then known as The Lark Hall was always used as the voting place for the the Whitcomb place. He attended Otter Creek Schools. In 1932 people of Lark Township until this past year. They now go to the family built a new house on the original homestead of Art Carson to vote. Sr. and moved. For many years Art farmed with his father. There is still a Far and Near Homemakers Club which Art now owns and operates the family farm and he and his meets at the homes of its members. A small Lark 4-H Club family reside there. is still in existence and a small number of ladies make up the In October of 1955 Art married Darlene Carlson, daughter Lark Missionary Society and hold their meetings in the church of Axel and Dora Monson Carlson. They were married at building during the summer and at the homes of its members American Lutheran Church in Flasher, N.D. Darlene was born during the winter. May 14, 1936 at Mandan, N.D. My memories of Lark are very pleasant ones. We had To this union five children were born: Dennell, Mrs. Den­ many fun times in the Lark Hall, with anniversary parties, 4-H nis Hill. They have two children, Catherine and Caryn. They meetings and parties, church suppers, basketball games, live in Bladensburg, Maryland. Doreen, Mrs. Thomas Yantzer, school programs, foreign Food Suppers, Socials, etc. All of they have two daughters: Annette and Annessa, they live in these things have moved to Carson and Flasher and I hope Mandan, N.D., Arthur III, working in Carson, N.D.; Patricia, memories of the good things there will be as happy for others has one son, Trenton; Patsy is employed at the Carson Post as the one I have of Lark. 73 Office, and Denise in school. Ernest has been active in politics, was a member of the School Reorganization Committee since it was organized in 1947 until two years ago. He was president of the Stockmen's Association, served on the school board many years, served on the fair board, was a member of the Constitutional Con­ vention, a 4-H leader, and has always been active in church affairs. He was the first president of the Carson Pioneers when GEORGE A. they organized. JOHNSON Kathryn was a 4-H leader for 17 years, was president of the Grant County Homemakers Council, and represented Grant County twice in the State Homemakers Council in Fargo. She was secretary of the Carson Pioneers two years and its president for three years. She has been a Sunday School teacher all of her life and has been the Lark Correspondent for the Carson Press for 47 years. Kathryn has composed two North Dakota songs which she has sung in many towns, and George A. Johnson, (1895), son of Anton and Gina clubs and organizations in many places are singing them. Simonson Johnson. George was born on the Heart River. And In 1975 the Peters won a NDSU Alumni Association resided with his parents for a number of years while Dad ran Agriculturist Award. They are still active in church and senior the Heart River Post Office. citizen affairs. They have spent 15 winters in Arizona, but still In 1942 his mother and George moved to Almont, N.D. live on their farm at Lark. George worked for the Beckland Oil Company and later for the Occident Elevator Company. George than resided with his mother and sister until their deaths. In 1971 he moved to Car­ son to live with his sister and brother-in-law, Alma and Arthur Weekes. George remained in Carson until October of 1983, when he moved to the Dakota Hills Apts. in Elgin, N.D. The above picture is of George and his great grand neice, Annette Yantzer of Mandan, N.D. RAY MILLER FAMILY

ERNEST PETERS FAMILY

Ray Miller was born in 1929 in Raleigh, N.D. to Rudolf Ernest Peters came to the Lark area with his parents, Mr. and Verenea Miller. He attended school in Raleigh and serv­ and Mrs. Jacob Peters from Monroe, Wisconsin in 1913. ed in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, spending 13 Kathryn Peters came here with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Sam months in Germany. Ray is farming at the present time and Knoll from Holland, Michigan in 1916. Ernest and Kathryn is a director of the First South West Bank of Carson. He is also both attended Lark school No. 1 and both graduated from the active, and a member of Legion and of Knights of Columbus Carson High School in 1925. Mrs. Peters received her degree and Elks. for teaching from Jamestown College and taught in the In 1954 he married Lillian Leingang, daughter of Peter primary rooms in the Carson School, in the primary room in (deceased) and Rose Leingang of Mandan. She received her Raleigh and in Lark Schools No. 1 and 2. Ernest attended col­ education in St. Anthony and attended Mandan High School. lege in Fargo and at Capitol Commercial College in Bismarck. They have three children: Wayne graduated from the He taught school in the Grant School District near the Flasher High School in 1974, attended Bismarck Junior Col­ Ferguson Ranch, in the Rainy Butte School District near New England, N.D., in two schools in Otter Creek District and in lege one year and for three years attended NDSU in Fargo, all three of the Lark Schools. where he got his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1979, and is currently living in Orange County, California and is employed Ernest and Kathryn were married in Flasher in December by Service Industries of America. of 1931, and the following year bought a farm one mile South Eugene graduated from Flasher High School in 1976. He of Lark, where they are still living. They are now retired and married Jackie Wilhelm in 1981 and they are farming. Mike and Norma Fleck of Flasher rent their farm land and Myron graduated from Flasher High School in 1980 and pastures. went to North Dakota State School of Science for two years They have one son, Jerry, who has recently become the and got his degree in Auto Body. He is working at Washburn Director of the Emergency Room at Jackson, Madison Coun­ at the Auto Body Shop. ty Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Jerry married Judy Oare The Miller's own and operate a grain and stock farm and of Phoenix, Arizona in 1966. They have three children, 2 girls, are also in the dairy business. The Miller's farm is located six Shauna, age 15, Heather, age 10 and one son Dana, age 13. 74 miles West of Flasher on Highway 21. THE DON WHITEMAN FAMILY been employed at the Farmers Union Oil Company in Flasher until recently when she became the manager of the Bakery Department in the new Carson Super Valu.

CHARLES H. WERNER FAMILY

Don and Irene Whiteman arrived in Lark, North Dakota on September 17, 1941, coming from Hurdsfield, N.D. Don was depot agent at Lark from 1941 to 1961, when Charles H. Werner, son of Charles E. and Mary Belle the Northern Pacific Railroad closed the Lark depot. He then (Crawford) Werner was born November 17, 1913 at Walker, took the job at Flasher and worked there until 1969 when that Iowa. The next year 1914 the family moved to their homestead station was closed. He then went to Mott as agent and was in Grant County. there until 1976 when the Mott station was closed. The Nor­ Laura C. Werner, daughter of Ward and Mabel (Hodges) thern Pacific and Great Northern Railroads merged in 1971 Bruington was born December 23, 1914, near Amidon where and a big change in the railroad system took place. her parents homesteaded in 1907. After closing of the Mott station Don then took the job We were married August 31, 1936 at Carson, N.D. After of Direct Service Agent out of Mandan and working the whole living on the west coast for a year and a half we returned to Mandan South line and from Mandan to Hazen until his retire­ the Lark area in 1938 where we have lived since. ment in August 1980. We were engaged in farming for 36 years and Charles also Irene was postmistress in Lark from 1951 until retiring did carpenter work in the Flasher area before retiring in 1979. July 1980. Then the post office was closed. The Whitemans Laura was employed at the Elgin Hospital for 13 years retir­ purchased a house in Flasher and moved in 1982. ing in 1974, which enabled me to spend more time on my hob­ The Whitemans have two sons. Both are in the teaching by of genealogical research. profession. Gary and his wife Judy and three children, Gregory, We have two daughters, lone born June 12, 1939 and is Rhonda and Lynn live in Brainerd, Minnesota. Gerald and his married to Larry Jacobson of Hettinger. She has taught school wife Judy and two children, William and Lori live in Bottineau, in Hettinger for the past 22 years. She has two children, Tam­ North Dakota. my and Kurt. Wanda was born March 30, 1943 and is married to Ed­ win Simonson who was in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, retir­ THE IRVIN WERNER FAMILY ing in 1981. They live at Albuquerque, New Mexico where they are both employed. They have one daughter E-Dee also residing in Albuquerque.

TED GRIMM FAMILY Ted Grimm was born on July 1, 1912 at Havre, Montana, son of Fred W. and Edith Grimm. The family soon moved to a homestead on the Bohemian Flats. As a young man Ted worked out as a farm laborer. On April 24, 1934 Ted married Emily Surma at Mandan, North Dakota. Emily was born at New Salem, N.D. on February 20, 1916. They lived in Glen Ullin, N.D. for 9 years where Ted was a mechanic and mail carrier. In April of 1943 they mov­ ed to a farm North of Lark, N.D. where they still live. They have six children - all are married except Keith who lives at home. Duane is married to Tsuneko Yoshimura of the City of Fukuoka-Ken on Kyushu Island of Japan. They live in Man­ dan and have two children, Nancy and Kenneth Grimm. Ted Jr. is married to Patricia McBreen of Tucsan, Arizona. They live in Fort Collins, Colorado and have six children, II- ene, Teddy, Joe, Kerry, Jon and Wendy. All are married ex­ Irvin Werner was born October 4, 1945, the son of Mr. cept two. and Mrs. W.L. Werner of Lark, North Dakota. Dennis is married to Myra Sardeson of Shields, N.D. They Judy Johnson was born February 25, 1949, daughter of live in Underwood, N.D. and have three children, Blake, Bruce Mr. and Mrs. Howard Johnson of Leith, North Dakota. and Sheila, only one married, Sheila living at home. Irvin and Judy were married July 23, 1968 at Carson, N.D. Yvonne is married to Matt Schafer of Wilton, N.D. They They have three children: Tanya, born October 6, 1969 have four children, Dallas, Sherry, David, and Mathew. Two and is in the 8th grade, Buss born April 9, 1972 is a 6th grader are married, none living at home. and Robb born May 9, 1973 is a 4th grader. Belinda married to Roger Ward of Minot, where they live, Irvin and Judy farm 5 miles North of Lark and Judy has 75 and have two children. Casey and Jennifer, not living at home. In 1939 most of the Christian Reformed members came into the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. In 1945 the church building was purchased from the Christian Reformed Church. During the pastorate of Rev. Tavares, Lark Church was mov­ ed to its present location with a full basement. In 1959 an ad­ dition was built on the front of the church building to house an entry, nursery and a balcony. Since 1936 the pastors of the church have been: Samuel Allen to 1940; John Grey, 1941-1944; Walter Magee, 1945-52; Henry Tavares, 1952-57; V. Robert Nilson, 1957-64; Robert Dodds, supply, 1965-67; Jack J. Peterson, 1968-79; David Kiester, 1979-83; G. I. Williamson since December 1983. Lark Orthodox Presbyterian Church voted in January 1984 to worship in Carson with the Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church.

John Hlavinka was bom in Riverton, Illinois, on July 2, LEITH 1903 to Ben and Josephine Scepanek Hlavinka. When John was 9 years old, his father died, so the children moved to Elgin Once a busy little city with several business places; now to live with an uncle. has only a few buildings left on it's main street...It is located on the NE corner of Township 133; Range 87 about seven John worked as a farm laborer around Mcintosh, South miles southwest of Carson, or three miles south of highway 21. Dakota, where he met Ida Koenig, daughter of Karl and Christina Koenig. They were married October 1, 1929. After The post office is still in operation and is in the building their marriage, they worked on a ranch near Mcintosh and later that was at one time the Farmers State Bank. Evelyn Bentz moved to Paradise country. In 1938, they moved to a farm is the present postmistress, and has been since 1974. Her assis­ North of Lark. tant is Elsie Neher. Some of the previous postmistresses were Edith Will, Mrs. Bert Emch, Edythe Heaps, Mrs. Bob (Edna) To this union were born five children: Mund and Elsie Neher. Don Zeller is the present mail carrier Delbert, married to Marlys Pautz. He is a doctor and they and Ron Fischer is the assistant. The mail is trucked from live in Mayville, N.D. and have four children - Jon, Douglas, Bismarck and picked up in Carson by Don and delivered tp Paul and Jennifer. Leith and to the surrounding rural patrons. Lemual Jones was Duane married to Carol Hendrickson. He retired as a the rural mail carrier for many years, and before that was Lieutenant Colonel from the Air Force and they live in Virginia. Clarke Mossman, with Carl Arndt as his assistant, Duane They have three sons: David, Dean and Steven. Striegel was also a rural carrier for awhile. In the 1950's Frances (twin), married to Dale Strom. She is an elemen­ Howard Johnson hauled mail on a star route between Brisbane, tary teacher in Carson School. They farm North of Carson, Carson and Leith. This route was dissolved in approximately and have two daughters: Luz Dari and Shirley. The girls were 1956. born in Bogota, Colombia, South America. JoAnne (twin), married to Dr. Harold Balas. She has been The Bar is still in business. Albert "Speed" Zeller operated an elementary teacher. They live in Hazen and have three it for 19 years - from 1961 to 1980, at which time it was pur­ children: Tom, Mike and Beth. chased by Lee Hoff Jr., and he named it "Little Lee's Bar". In 1983 it was leased by Dan Ketterling who operated it for Maxine married to Donald Cline. She has taught about a year and on October 1, 1984 it was leased by Ken­ kindergarten for several years. They live on a farm south of neth Seibel. Some of the former operators were John Binek, Beulah and have three children: Susan, Sandra and Wayne. Hugo Ketterling, Carl Arndt, Ed Brinkman and-Harold Zeller. The family enjoyed participating in 4-H and church ac­ The building had formerly been a grocery store owned by A.W. tivities. The family were members of the Lark Orthodox Patterson. Bill Mund Sr., opened it as a bar in 1937. Presbyterian Church. Ida passed away on February 4, 1965 - John still lives on The Leith Cream Association is located on the north end the farm, and is semi-retired. of main street in the building that was at one time the Lawfer Studio. It has been owned and operated by Gottlieb "Goppy" Zeller since 1955. He also operates a meat processing plant in the same building. Katie Bonogofsky has been assisting him for several years, and before that Emma Keller had worked LARK ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH for him. First Presbyterian Church of Lark was organized August At one time there were two grain elevators here. The Leith 24, 1913 with Elders Gilbert Mill and F.G. Read. Other elders Grain Co. is still in operation and has been managed by Joe in the early years were George Roberts, Samuel Knoll and Binstock since 1963. It was the former Bagley Elevator. Some Frank Wagner. Aside from the pastorate of Rev. Daniel K. of the former managers were Bob Gallagher, Melvin Zeller, Ford, 1915-20, the pastorates were very short until the arrival John Martin, LeRoy Arndt and Tony Kuntz. The Farmers of Rev. Samuel Allen in 1932. Elevator which is located across the road from the Bagley On August 2, 1936, during the pastorate of Rev. Samuel Elevator had been operated by George Gebhardt, Mr. Gibson, Allen, the First Presbyterian Church of Lark withdrew from Rollie Emch, Chuck Varns and Melvin Nelson. The building the Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. over the issue of moder­ has been sold and is partially torn down. nism in the church to form the First Presbyterian Church in There is a Cabinet Shop in the building that was former­ America, now the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. The group ly a Red and White Grocery Store. This is owned and operated was invited to hold services in the Christian Reformed Church by Keith Olin. -of Lark, leaving the Old U.S.A. Church building to be sold as There is an empty brick building on the north end of main a farm house. street that was a machine shop built by Lester Teker in 1947. The Christian Reformed Church had built its building in Lester operated this until 1964 when Joe Roll operated it un­ 1918. The Dutch community around Lark had met for wor­ til in 1967. The Tekers moved to Seattle, Washington where ship services as early as 1910 in various school houses. Lester was employed by Pacific Food Products. He is now Although the Christian Reformed Church never had a resident retired but they still reside in Seattle. pastor, it had scheduled services from the pastor of the Chris­ The Milwaukee Railroad depot closed it's doors in June, tian Reformed Church in Lodgepole, S.D., reading services at 1964. LeRoy Biel was the last depot agent and had been since other times, and summer student pastors. 75 1957. The Biels moved to Scranton, N.D. Before that the agent was Jesse Snavely who now resides in Mott, N.D., prior to that CLIFFORD GUSTAVE ZELLER was Max Ellman. There was a house east of the depot that housed the section foreman for the railroad. The last two foremans were Pete Reith and Dave Milne. The section house was sold and moved away. The Milwaukee train still continued to come through Leith until 1982; and in 1983 the tracks were pulled up. Joe Roll bought the depot in 1967 and tore it down and used the lumber to build a machine shop on his farm. His shop is still in operation. There were two churches in Leith at one time. The Or­ thodox Presbyterian church was closed in 1973 and the members transferred to the same denomination in Carson. The church building in Leith was purchased by Gottlieb Zeller Jr. and is still standing. The St. Lukes Lutheran Church closed in January 1975 and the members transferred to the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Carson. The church building in Leith was purchased by the Historical Society and moved to Elgin. For many years there was a Standard Oil Bulk Station located on the southeast corner of Leith. It was owned and managed by Soren Hauge from 1928 to 1965. Soren had work­ ed for Bill Wessel in the bulk station before taking it over himself. Bill Mund Jr., Erville Jones and Lester Heim had work­ ed for Soren through the years. Soren retired in 1965 and Lester Heim managed the station until it closed in approx­ imately 1970. A garage was located on main street and was owned and operated by Erhardt Bentz from 1959 to 1972, when Erhardt Clifford passed away. It was purchased by Herb Stern of New Leipzig Clifford was born November 1, 1921 at Leith. N.D. to in 1973; and in 1978 Jerry Hauge bought it. Jerry operated Henry and Leontina (Mueller) Zeller. Clifford graduated from it until the spring of 1979 at which time the building burned Leith High School, joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, down. Prior to this being a garage it was a hardware store own­ then entered the U.S. Army in 1942. Sgt. Zeller was stationed ed and operated by Julius and Marjorie Zeller and before that at Camp Hood, Texas, Camp Polk, LA, arrived at Coventry, it had been a pool hall owned by Lloyd Faubel. A Mr. Ramsland England on February 27. 1944. He was killed in France dur­ managed the pool hall and Lloyd had a barber shop in the front ing the Normandy invasion, September 7, 1944. He was a part of the building. Sargeant in the 814th Tank Destroyer Battalion, a part of Pat- Not too many years ago there were two grocery stores. ton's Fifth Army, The store on the south end of main was managed through the years by Fred and Muriel Sept; Bill and Ruth Mund; Allie and Lonie Zeller, and Joe Lees. The other store was in business the longest, with Barbara Babel being the last owner. Barbara managed the store from December, 1968 until it closed for MR. AND MRS. JOSEPH BINSTOCK the last time in 1972. Fred and Muriel Sept managed the store for several years and some of the other owners were Saunders; Anhorns; Wayne and Lydia Clarke; Melvin and Ruth Zeller; Ed Stoller and E.C. Wruck. Prior to this being a grocery store it once had been a hardware store owned by John Moen and also Ray Nichols. The building was built by Tim Keating who operated a furniture store. Another empty spot on main street was once a cafe operated by Emma Mund. This was closed in about 1959. The building was sold to Henry Hillius and torn down. To mention some other business places that were in business through the years were a drug store; hotel; bakery; meat market; The Fullerton Lumber Co., Albert Lah's Real Estate Office and at one time Leith had it's own Electric Light Plant. The Leith School closed in 1970. The last year of high school was in 1958 with the last two graduates being Pete Joseph L. and Ida Mae Hauge, who farms south of Leith; and Larry Teker who is a Joseph L. Binstock was born January 9, 1940 to Anton lawyer residing in Guam. Mrs. Curtis (Janice) Kauffman was and Katie Binstock. Ida Mae Binstock was born June 22, 1941 the last grade school teacher and now teaches at the Roosevelt at Richardton, N.D. to Famk and Pauline Gresser. They were Public School in Carson. The Leith school was built in 1923 married May 18, 1960 in St. Patrick's Church in Dickinson, and after closing in 1970, was sold and torn down. N.D. The population of Leith at this time in 1984 is approx­ Their children are: Roxanne, Monte, Jody, Kelly, Kathy, imately 40. A list of the people living here at the present time Tracy, Aaron, Dawn and Derek. are as follows: Joe Binstock family; LeRoy and Arlene Arndt; They lived in Regent, N.D. for one year and worked for Lee Hoff Jr. family; Arnold and Henry Pahl; Albert Zeller fami­ the O & M Elevator; then moved to a farm near Lefor, N.D. ly; Steve Fliehman family; Muriel Sept; Elsie Neher; Evelyn for six months before moving to another farm for another six Bentz; Katie Bonogofsky; Gottlieb Zeller Jr.; Myron Theurer months. Then Joe and Ida moved to a farm near New England, family; Jake and Emma Bentz; Howard and Irene Johnson; N.D. and in 1962 moved into New England where Joe work­ Keith Olin; and Don and Elsie Emch. ed at the Bagley Elevator. In March, 1963 we moved to Leith, I have tried to gather what information I could. My N.D. where we now reside. Joe purchased the elevator from apologies for what I have missed. Bagley Grain Co., which is now known as Leith Grain Company. Submitted by: Mrs. Howard Johnson 77 MR. AND MRS. JAKE BENTZ MR. AND MRS. ROY C. EMCH

Roy was born September 5, 1887 at Carrol, Nebraska, passed away 7-14-1952. He came with his folks to Grant Coun­ ty in 1906. He proved up a homestead on SW 33 134-87. In 1908 he married Alice Daily who was born, 1-31-1886 at St. Charles, Minnesota. She had a homestead on SE 32-134-87 in 1907. They had five children: Leo, Agnes (Mrs. H.J. Hime). Bernard who married Grace Anhorn, Marcella Ward and Robert who married Dorthy Flynn. Robert was a Japanese War prisoner for four years and passed away 3-14-1983.

Jake and Emma Jake Bentz was born September 12, 1902 at Marion, S.D. to George Bentz and Carrie Gragor Bentz. Emma Hintz was born Jan. 20, 1907 at Elgin, N.D. to Samuel C. Hintz and Karolina Pahl Hintz. They were married CARLTON NICHOLAS EMCH April 8, 1928. Their children are: Erhardt (deceased) married to Evy Latuseck; Lawrence, married to Lillian Flitsch; Abbie, mar­ Carlton was born 7-11-1892 and died 2-22-1959. In 1906 ried to George Sullivan; Ruth, married to Bill Mund; Ernest, he moved with his family to Grant County. He later homestead­ married to Rose Flitsch; Twyla, married to Clarence Schock; ed on WV2 25 133-88. In 1914 he married Anna Anderson who Karen, married to Dr. Tom Kapla. was born in 1886. They then moved to a homestead in Faith, S.D. They had four children, Mable, Margaret, Howard and Emma and Jake farmed from 1928 until 1946. They then Clair. In 1934 the great drought forced them to sell out and moved to Leith, N.D. and operated the cafe there. In 1947 they move to Oregon. sold the cafe and Emma went back to teaching school and Jake worked on construction for Grant County. Both retired in 1968.

EDYTH EMCH

Edyth Emch was born July 30, 1896 in Wayne, Nebraska MR. AND MRS. LESTER TEKER in 1906, she came with her family to Leith. In 1916 she mar­ ried Lemuel Jones who was born in 1892 in Wayne, Nebraska. He came to Grant County in 1912 and homesteaded NW 24 133-88. He died in 1922. Together they had four children: Er- ville, Rex, Rachel and Lemuel. In 1928 Edyth married Edward Heaps a professional coal miner. They have one son Lynn. Edyth became postmaster after Delia Emch retired. In 1968 they retired and moved to Corvelle, Montana. Edward died in 1970 and Edyth still lives in Corvalles. Son Lemuel was a mail carrier in Leith and Carson until he retired in 1982.

Lester and Alice Teker Lester was born on his parents homestead north of Heil, N.D. on January 23, 1915. He moved with his family to Leith, N.D. when he was three months old. He attended grade and CHARLES R. EMCH high school there, graduating in 1933. Alice was born on a farm north of Devils Lake, N.D. to Charles was born in Carrol, Nebraska, September 23, George and Laura Stephan, April 22, 1914. She came to live 1898. He moved with his family to a homestead northwest of with and was adopted by her aunt and uncle, the John Nixons Leith in 1906. He married Melvena Hanson in 1919. She died when she was nine years old. She attended high school in Elgin in 1937 and he married Lola Forster in 1941. After graduating and later attended D.S.T.C. for one year. She taught in the from Bismarck Commercial College in 1918 he worked in rural schools for five years until her marriage to Lester in 1937. Peoples' State Bank of Leith until it closed in 1921. He then They moved to Seattle in 1937, but returned to Leith in worked in the Grant County Auditor's Office. He was county 1946, where Lester built and operated a machine and farm auditor from 1924 to 1930. He was Carson postmaster for two repair shop. Alice resumed teaching. They returned to Seat­ years. In 1933 he joined the Bank of North Dakota as a field tle in 1964. They are both now retired and spend winters in manager. From 1957 to 1977 he was Land Dept. Manager of Arizona and southern California. the bank. He passed away May 13 1977. Leaving three children They have three children: Ronnie, Larry and Carol, and Ceata Thielges, Naples, Fla., Donald E., Leith and Ronald of six grand children. 78 Chiefland, Fla. MR. AND MRS. NICHOLAS EMCH

Nicholas Emch was born at Basil Switzerland on February 29, 1852 and died in August 1930. He was five years old when the family came to the United States and settled in Basil Ohio. He married Rachel Torrence, a third generation American, on June 18, 1876. She was born at Kewanna Ind., September 26, 1857 and died November 9, 1947. They moved to Carroll, Nebraska in 1890 and to a homestead northwest of Leith, SE 30 134-87. He and three sons and some other men came to North Dakota in 1905 to check for homesteads. In 1906 they came back and proved on those homesteads. The families joined them in 1907. Roy, Carlton, Edyth and Charles lived at home. Bert, Frank, Ora Nellie and Maude lived on homesteads.

MR. AND MRS. BERT EMCH

Bert Emch was born in Basil, Ohio, October 3, 1877. Mrs. Emch, the former Delia Cook, was born August 14, 1877 in Mendota, III. They were married December 29, 1897 in Wayne, Donald and Elsie Nebraska. And on December 31, 1972 at Roanoke, Ind., in Donald E. Emch was born in Leith, December 15, 1920. a beautiful celebration they had their 75th wedding party along The son of Charles R. and Melvena Emch. I attended grade with their four children Fern Berry of Roanoke, Glen of Het­ school in Carson. In 1934 the family moved to Bowman where tinger, Keith of Venture, California. And Nellie Hauge of 1 graduated from high school. Worked in the creamery several Lewistown, MT., and many friends and relatives. years. Went to business school in Bismarck in 1942. Went to In 1906 they homesteaded on NE 31 134-87 Northwest work for postal department in January, 1943 and switched to of Leith. They had all the hardships of homestead days. In 1909 the Soil Conservation Service in October, 1944. In 1947 1 mov­ they watched the North Pacific and Milwaukee build grades. ed to Minot and then to Stanley and Crosby. When the Grant One day in 1910 they saw N.P. lay rail on one side of them County Soil District needed some one to engineer the Heart and the next day on the other side, the Milwaukee. River Irrigation Dist., I returned to Carson in the spring of 1953. They retired into Leith in early 30's Bert was a livestock In 1981 ill health dictated that I retire. For the last two buyer and Delia was the Leith postmaster for many years. years I have been the Grant County Weed Officer. Many times I have been asked if I have been on every section of land in Grant County. I answer "No but give me time." While in Carson I was with many independent sports MR. AND MRS. FRANK P. EMCH teams, clubs and organizations and treasurer of the March of Dimes for 20 years. Frank Emch was born May 1, 1879 at Basil, Ohio. Pass­ September 16, 1966 1 married Elsie Neher Kitzman, ed away in Leith, 1963. On August 26, 1900 he married Lucy daughter of Ludwig and Pauline Zeller Neher, and moved to F. Fahnstock, born November 6, 1879. They homesteaded on Leith where we raised her four sons, Toby, Kim, Jerry and Jay. the NW of 18, 133-87 in 1907, southwest of Leith. This cou­ While in Leith I have been on the church councils and Leith ple had 7 children: Forest Fleming, Peggy, Muriel Sept, Rollie, City Govt. Wilma Rieker, Eunice Cain, and Opal Holton. Lucy passed A sister Ceata Thiegles, a retired school teacher lives in away October 21, 1918. Naples, Fla., and a brother, Ronald, a retired Aviation Mach. On April 21, 1927 Mr. Emch married Regina A. lives in Chiefland, Florida. Wachsman (8-31-1893 to 1-1-1983) a widow with five children, Carl, Dorthy, Harold, Robert and Faith. Together they had five children: Franklin of Belfield, Maryann, James, Duane of Canada and Donald R. of Flasher. MR. AND MRS. WALTER COOK

Walter was born in Augusta, Maine on June 22, 1850. He ORA EMCH married Gertrude McCollon June 1, 1871. Mrs. Cook was born in Paw Paw, 111., on March 14, 1850. To this union four girls Ora Emch, May 9, 1881 to 1954 moved with the Emch were born: Nettie (Mrs. W.C. Bonham); Delia (Mrs. J.H. Emch); family from Wayne, Nebraska to a homestead on Sec. Grace (Mrs. James Harkins) and Maude (Mrs. Oscar Lewis). 20-133-87 in 1907. In 1908 he married Amelia Anderson who In 1880 Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cook emigrated to Wayne, had a homestead on Sec. 4 132-88. In the dirty thirtys they Nebraska. Mr. Cook worked as a cobbler. In 1911 they mov­ moved to Oregon. They had seven children: Elsie Westling, ed to Leith, N.D. where he worked on Milwaukee Railroad. Mrs. Russell, Bernice Meidinger, Beulah, Springer, Mrs. Herbert Cook passed away May 14, 1922 and Mr. in 1931. Mae Frasch, Fae Lee and Nick.

MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM KAMRATH MYRON AND JERRITHEURER Myron Theurer was born north of Heil to Bernard Theurer William Kamrath, February 14, 1880 to 1961, was born and Bertha (Klein) Theurer, the second of 11 children. in Ponca, Nebraska. He married Nellie Emch, born April 29, Jerri Anderson was born at Pine Bluffs, Wyo., to Oren and 1883 to 1961 in January of 1900. They homesteaded on SW Irene (Bartlett) (Olson) Anderson. 8 133-87 southwest of Leith in 1907. They were married June 25, 1961. They have three They had eight children: Dwight, Clair, Cyril, Ardath, children, Brent, Shawn and Russel. Claude, Mildred (Mrs. Roy Lehman), Roswell and Marcia (Mrs. The Theurers lived on Myron's father's farm for 8 years Edwin Johnson). and moved to Leith in 1969. Myron is a gravel contractor. Both Mr. Kamrath served Grant County in the state legislature are active in the Grant County Historical Society. 79 from 1919 to 1955, with the exception of the 1923 session. MR. AND MRS. HOWARD JOHNSON MR. AND MRS. FRED SEPT

Fred and Muriel Fred Sept was born in Kulm, N.D. on March 1897. He moved with his parents, Jacob and Katherine (Anhorn) Sept to North Dakota settling on a farm south of Heil on the Can- nonball River around 1905. Fred married Muriel Emch on November 5, 1925. Muriel was born in Carrol, Nebraska on February 15, 1905. She moved with her parents, Frank and Lucy (Fahnestock) Emch to North Dakota in 1907. Fred and Muriel lived in Leith where Fred worked at the Anhorn Store and operated a pool hall. In 1928 they moved to Brisbane and Howard and Irene Johnson Family in 1934 they moved to Leith where they owned and operated Howard was born November 20, 1921, on a farm south a grocery business. Klong with managing the store, Fred farm­ of Leith, N.D. in Grant County. His parents were Alfred and ed on section 133 south of Heil. They retired from the store Anna Johnson. He married Irene Brandt on March 21, 1948 on December 5, 1968. Fred retired from farming in 1977. Fred in Bismarck. She was born February 11, 1920 on a farm was an avid fisherman and hunter. For years he sold hunting southeast of Carson. Her parents were Elmer and Nettie and fishing licenses. He was along with the deer hunt at the Brandt. Reuben Zacher ranch in 1982. Fred served many years as the The Johnsons live in Leith and grain farm in the surroun­ precinct committeeman for the Republican Party and sat on ding area. They have three daughters; Judy (Mrs. Irvin Werner) many election boards. Muriel in years past sang for many oc­ of Lark; Patti (Mrs. Jerome Schuler) of Sheridan, Wyoming casions and dances. She still plays piano and with a group of and Tana (Mrs. Kelvin Wells) of Selfridge. The Johnsons had women entertain the residents at the Jacobsen Memorial Care one other daughter, Susan, who was killed in an auto acci­ Center and Dakota Hills each week. Fred died on April 20, dent in 1973 at the age of 20. 1983. Muriel continues to live in Leith. They have four grandchildren: Tanya, Russ and Robb; children of Judy and Irvin Werner and Christopher, son of Patti and Jerry Schuler. MR. AND MRS. JULIUS S. ZELLER

MR. AND MRS. MELVIN C. ZELLER

Melvin and Ruth Zeller Julius S. Zeller was born to Gottlieb Sr., and Anna Maria Melvin C. Zeller (deceased November 29, 1981) was born Zeller February 13, 1904 at Ardis, S.D. to Henry and Lorentine Zeller March 18, 1920 at Leith, N.D. Marjorie Zeller was born to Thomas and Nancy Ander­ Ruth M. Zeller was born to Theo and Paulina Goehring son October 24, 1909 in what was Morton County and now December 2, 1918 at Delmont, S.D. They were married August is Grant County. 16, 1941 in St. Louis, Missouri. They have two children: Dianna They were married in Leith, N.D. on January 20, 1928. R. Bender and has two boys, and Duane C. Zeller has one boy Their occupations were: Owning and operating a hardware and two girls. store and teaching. Dianna's husband Donald served in the U.S. Air Force, They have two children: Rita and Ronald. is retired from the Air Force. Duane served in the U.S. Navy, Christmas was the best time. The hardware store full of but is not in the Navy now. toys; big star on top; 200 boxes of candy for all the children; Not included in the first book, Elevator and Store. 80 programs at church and at school. LEITH AMERICAN LEGION MR. AND MRS. MILTON SCHLEVE

The American Legion was organized in 1946 or 1947. Wayne Clarke was the first commander. Then Melvin Zeller, Ervin Zeller and myself -- I'm not sure in what order. Some Milton and Marian Schleve Family of the members were: Grant Hauge, John Striegel, Norman Zeller, Leslie Anderson, Waldo Zeller, Bob Emch, Lemuel Jones, Lester Heim, and Bubs Asbridge. The meetings were held in the hall basement. Milton joined the army in October, 1942, and took his basic training at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, where he cooked and did M.P. work. After that he rode trains for two years do­ ing MP duty. He was discharged in January 1946. He worked at the locker plant from fall of 1946 until December, 1950. We moved to Rapid City, S.D. the day after Christmas, 1950. Milton worked for Royal Alignment from January, 1951 until September, 1963. He then opened Uncle Milt's Alignment January 1, 1964, which he operated until 1983, when a son MR. AND MRS. ROSWELL KAMRATH Marshall, and a nephew and son-in-law took over the business.

Marian went to Black Hills State College in Spearfish, renewed her certificate, and began teaching in Rapid City. Our four children received their education here. Jimmy graduated from the School of Mines, then went into the army and spent time in Germany. When he came back he went to get his Doc­ tor of Medicine Degree from the U. of S.D. He's traveled ex­ tensively as he's still in the Army. He had his internship in Hawaii and San Antonio, Texas. He is now stationed in W. Ger­ many, and is a dermatologist. Major Jim and his wife have no children. Marshall went to the U. of S.D. and received his M.A. in Business Administration. He also has a B.A. degree in Education. He served in the Viet Nam war as an interper- tor. He now manages Uncle Milt's. He was married in August, and he and his wife Sandi live near the shop.

Marvel and Melinda both went to Black Hills State Col­ lege. Melinda is a high school teacher in the Rapid City Schools. She and her husband have two children. Marvel is a secretary, and has many and various jobs. She is unmarried Roswell and Loretta and owns a home in Rapid City, while Melinda lives near us out in the Hills about 10 miles out. Roswell Kamrath was born May 7, 1916 to William and Nellie Kamrath, at Leith, N.D. After Marian retired in June, 1983 after 23 years of Loretta Heyne Kamrath was born to George and Elizabeth teaching in the R.C. schools, Milt and I did quite a bit of travel­ Heyne, November 2, 1915 at Heil, N.D. ing. Among other friends out west, we visited Lester Tekers They were married August 21, 1937 in Heil, N.D. in Seattle, and Thor Pedersons in Sherwood, Oregon. We spent Their children are: Marlene Heim, Steele, N.D.; Sheila several weeks in Hawaii, traveling to several of the islands, O'Shaughnessy, Bismarck, N.D.; Larry, Leith, N.D.; and and last September we spent a month Germany, visiting Jim Rodney, Kalamazoo, Michigan. and also taking a bus tour of 7 countries -- Austria, France, Roswell and Loretta spent most of their first twenty-six Holland, Switzerland, Belgium, Italy and Monaco. We are now years on the Kamrath place south of Leith, farming. In 1963 planning a trip to Alaska. they left the farm and enrolled in the Reformed Bible College We are busy in our retirement. We've joined the Senior in Grant Rapids, Michigan. After graduation in 1966, Roswell Citizen Center, and take part in all their activities -- from ex­ served churches in Grand Rapids, Hazelton, N.D., Steele, N.D.; ercise to dancing. They have so many activities that no one N. Carolina, Colorado and Wyoming. needs to feel useless. We also have our church activities, so He was forced to retire because of health problems in life is full. 1981 and moved to Bismarck, N.D.

81 MR. AND MRS. CLARENCE SCHOCK MR. AND MRS. CARL ARNDT

Carl and Hazel Arndt Carl William Arndt was born December 10, 1901 in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Albert Reinhold Arndt and Wilhilmine Caroline Mueller. Hazel Lillian Wahl Arndt was born November 19, 1903 at Morris, Minnesota, to Jacob Wahl and Othilda Myra Wahl. They were married December 18, 1925 at Carson, N.D. Their children are: Adeline, Mrs. Carl Zeller; Lloyd and Carl Jr.; all of Bismarck, N.D., and Arlene, Mrs. Tony Kuntz of Halli- day, N.D. Their occupations were: Farming, elevator manager; jan- torial services; Hazel worked at the Lorenzen Memorial Hospital for ten years. They enjoyed hunting and fishing and traveling. Carl was a baseball umpire. Hazel, a Sunday school teacher, both active in church; Carl was town clerk for many years; was a substitute rural mail carrier for Clark Mossman Clarence and Twyla on the Leith route. Clarence Schock was born to Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schock Hazel moved to Bismarck, N.D. in the late 60's and her April 4, 1938 at Deering, N.D. last ten years were spent at the Cresant Manor, and Indepen­ Twyla Bentz Schock was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jake Bentz dent home for the elderly. February 13, 1947 at Carson, N.D. Carl passed away March 1966, and Hazel in October, They were married September 13, 1962 at Elgin, N.D. 1983. Their occupation: Farmer and Rancher. Their children are: Velvet Ann; Velecia Rae; Vance LeRoy; MR. AND MRS. ERHARDT BENTZ Verland John and Verrick Nathan. "In 1962 we were married at Elgin, N.D. We moved and rented a farm north of Morristown, S.D. In 1967 we rented and moved on a farm south of Leith, N.D. until Nov. 1972. We then purchased a farm north of Carson, where we still reside. Our children, two daughters and three sons, attended grade school and high school at Leith and Carson. Velvet graduated from NDSSS at Wahpeton, N.D. in 1983. Now resides in Bismarck, N.D. She is employed at the State Highway Department as a Data Entry Operator. Velecia attended one year at Wahpeton at the North Dakota School of Science. She is now living in Phoenix, Arizona. She is employed at Phoenix Memorial Hospital and attends classes at Phoenix Tech for Medical Assis­ tant. Vance has completed one year of welding and this year is attaining a certificate in Machine-Tooling also at NDSSS at Wahpeton. Verland, a sophomore at Carson High School and Ver­ rick now three years old both at home.

JOHN AND MARY LATUSECK Erhardt and Evelyn Bentz Family John "Ole" was born November 28, 1893 in Minnesota Erhardt was born in 1929 at Elgin, N.D. to Jake and Em­ to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Latuseck. He died in 1970. ma Bentz. He died in 1972. Mary was born on February 1, 1906 to Julius and Evelyn was born in 1930 at Elgin, N.D. to John and Mary Christina Zeller, Sr. She died in 1968. Latuseck. They were married January 30, 1930 at Mandan, N.D. They were married in 1949 at Carson, N.D. They had four They had 12 children, Evelyn, Leonard, Gerald, Richard, Lloyd, children, Floyd, Jane (Mrs. Steve Bay), Kathie (Mrs. Gary Robert, Lillian, Julius, Harold, Donald, Kenneth and Lloyd Weiler) and Duane. (deceased). Erhardt owned a service station and repair shop in Heil Ole worked at WPA in the early years, then did carpen­ from 1950 to 1956. Then worked as a mechanic at Elgin and try and mason jobs to support his family. He was a World War Mott, then at Leith Service from 1959 until he died. Evelyn I veteran. is presently the postmaster at the Leith Post Office. 82 MR. AND MRS. ALBERT JULIUS ZELLER MR. AND MRS. CARL ZELLER

Carl and Adeline and Sons Carl Ernest Zeller was born November 24, 1925 at Elgin, N.D. to Henry Zeller and Leontina Mueller Zeller. Adeline Carol Zeller was born April 24, 1928 at Leith, N.D. to Carl William Zeller and Hazel L. Wahl Zeller. Occupations are: Farming, Electrician and Broadcast Albert, Ethel May Zeller and Family Engineer. Albert Julius Zeller was born August 4, to Julius and Their children are: Newell, of Glendive, Montana; Randall, Christine Zeller. Ethel May (Flitsch) Zeller was born November Alan and Ryan of Bismarck, N.D.; Robert of Stanton, N.D. and 8, to Leo and Marie Flitsch. Daryl of Bismarck, N.D. They were married February 11, 1960 in the Emanuel Carl farmed with his father south of Leith, N.D.; was an Lutheran Church, Elgin, N.D. Their occupations were farmer amateur Radio Operator "WJOM" a licensed Motion Picture and bar owner. Operator at the Leith, N.D. Opera House Theater. Is a Master Their children are: JoAnn, George, Lucinda, Kristine and Electrician; moved to Bismarck, N.D. in 1953 as an engineer Marnie. with the Meyer Broadcasting Co. obtaining his first class F.C.C. They purchased the Leith Bar in 1958 from George license in 1954. He has been with the company 30 years and Brinkman. Brother Harold ran it from 1960 to the spring of is now the Director of Engineering 1963. They then sold it in 1980 to Lee Hoff Jr. Adeline was the homemaker member and active as a Sun­ day School teacher; was a busy mother with crocheting and knitting as hobbies and has been doing volunteer work for the Bismarck Hospital the last four years.

WARREN TEKER MR. AND MRS. GOTTLIEB ZELLER SR. Gottlieb Zeller was born to Johannes and Elizabeth (Neher) Zeller on June 12, 1872 in Klaestitz, So. Russia. Anna Marie Zeller, nee Oster, was born December 27, 1874 to Philip Oster and Annie Marie (Holloch) Oster in Dorf Hoffnungstal, So. Russia. They were married July 25, 1894 at Eureka, S.D. Their occupation was farming. Their children were: Henry, Pauline, Ottila, Mathilda, Got­ tlieb Jr., Julius S., Otto, Reinhold and Albert G. They came with seven of their nine children from Eureka, S.D. where their parents had brought them from Odessa, Russia. Their ancestors left Germany at the invitation of Katherine the Great, Queen of Russia. They were promised land and many other things. After they had settled in Russia, the Russian government required them to serve in the Rus­ sian Army; their children were required to learn Russian in schools and many other things, then they left and came to the United States. They were good farmers and very good in-laws too. An­ na Marie Zeller died Jan. 1960 and Gottlieb Zeller Sr., died April 1961. Marjorie, Mrs. Julius Zeller. Zeller's - 6 brothers series. Jake, George, Gottlieb, Warren was in the Air Force and stationed in Germany. After Adolph, Julius, John, all lived in Grant County except John. the war, he was a movie projector operator in various towns. First generation, Gottlieb's sons: Henry Gottlieb Jr., He was with the Black Hills Amusement Company for many Julius, Otto, Reinhold and Albert. years - working for them in Gordon, Nebraska; Hot Springs, Next Henry, six: Melvin, Clifford, Carl, Norman, Douglas, S.D.; and until 1971 in Rapid City, S.D. Grandpa Teker came and Donald. down and lived with Warren until Grandpa's death. Warren Third generation, Carl's six: Newell, Randall, Alan, Ryan, then sold their home and moved to Sacramento, California, Robert, and Daryl. where he now lives and continues in the same theater work. Albert's son LeRoy's six: Greg, Lowell, Keith, Monte, Paul He has never married. 83 and Aaron. MR. AND MRS. ROY KAUFFMAN

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* 1 # ELSIE NEHER 4 A Am.i •T Jl:' ;y^'4'-'"l « ^ ; *j ^t.~i , \ •" 1 A - «j 1 w Lw w Roy and Martha Kauffman and Family Roy Melvin Ernest Kauffman was born April 4, 1915 to Ernest and Lena Kauffman. Elsie Neher Martha (Zeller) Kauffman was born June 3, 1914 to Julius Elsie Neher was born September 26, 1905 in Garrison, and Christine Zeller. to Lorentz and Maria' Neher. Her mother Maria was born They were married July 7, 1936. Their occupation was September 29, 1860 in Gnadta, Russia. And her father was farming. born November 21, 1858 in Klotistz, Russia. Her parents were married January 11, 1885 in Gnadta, Russia. They resided in Minnesota for three years and came back to North Dakota. Moved to the present farm in the spring of Elsie Neher is a retired postmaster. In 1939 she moved 1941. They have three children: to Leith. Worked in a grocery store. In late 1950's began part time postmaster; officer in charge until 1978. Roy (and wife) Martha Kauffman. Curtis (and wife) Janice Kauffman. Roberta (and husband) Jerry Henrichs. And Roman (and wife) Peggy Kauffman. They are all healthy and good looking.

MR. AND MRS. HENRY ZELLER

MR. AND MRS. ALBERT G. ZELLER

Albert and Lorentina Zeller Albert G. Zeller was born March 16, 1910 in Janesburg (south of Leith, N.D.) to Gottlieb and Marie (Oster) Zeller. Lorentina H. Zeller was born at Elgin, N.D. March 13, Henry and Leontina Zeller Family 1913, to Albert P. and Katherina (Loeffler) Rekow. Henry Zeller was born December 8, 1894, at Eureka, S.D. They were married July 24, 1933 at Elgin, N.D. by Pastor to Gottlieb and Anna Marie Oster Zeller. Geo. C. Landgrebe. Leontina Florence Mueller was bom July 30, 1898 in Del- They have two children: LeRoy, born January 15, 1935 mont, S.D. to Wilhelm Mueller and Katherina Stickel Mueller. at Elgin, N.D. and Deane Harlan, born July 10, 1938 at Car­ They were married June 15, 1919 at Delmont, S.D. Their son, N.D. occupation was farming. LeRoy's have seven children - live at Miles City, MT. Their children were: Melvin, deceased. Clifford, deceas­ Deane's have six children - live at Scottsdale, AZ. ed. Carl, of Bismarck, N.D.; Norman, deceased. Marilyn Swen- "We have thirteen grandchildren and three great grand­ son, Fargo, N.D.; Douglas, Flagstaff, Arizona; Charlotte, Mrs. children - celebrated our Golden Anniversary July 24, 1983 Paul McCalla, Columbus, Ohio; Donald, Carson, N.D. with ten granchildren and two great grandchildren, Julius and They lived and farmed on the original homestead of Mary Zeller and many friends present. Albert Challgren, which was the site of the Valley View We operated the Red and White Store in Leith, N.D. from Township hall. Henry was a long time member of the Leith 1953 to 1956. Prior to that we farmed south of Leith, N.D. Concert Band; a World War I Veteran; a lifetime member of Out here Allie worked for N.W. Glass Co. in Seattle, and I work­ the American Legion. Leontina was local chairman of the Red ed for the U.S. Postal Service at Sea-Tac. Allie retired in April Cross; Sunday School teacher and both were active in church 1975 and I did in May, 1975 - at which time we moved up to affairs. our Chalet at the foot of the Cascade Mts., in the Snoquelmie They retired to Bismarck, N.D. in 1958. Leontina passed Valley." 84 away November 1975, and Henry passed away August 1983. DUANE AND RITA STRIEGEL In 1951 Holzers sold their store, home and bar to the Henry Haiders. Duane Striegel was born on October 28, 1931, at Elgin, In 1962 Harold Umber made his canoe trip down the N.D. to Nick and Gladys Striegel. Missouri and Mississippi Rivers to New Orleans and since has become a noted writer for several magazines. Rita Zeller was born September 26, 1932 at Leith, N.D. to Julius and Marjorie Zeller. In 1963 the McLaughlin Band was still playing for dances They were married March 4, 1951, at Leith, N.D. The cou­ in our town hall and our village blacksmiths were Bernard ple had six children, Barry, 1951; Terrie Grenz, 1953; Julie, Wagy and Richard Kilwein. 1955; Melody, 1957; Jerome (deceased). 1961-1984; James, In 1964 Beulah Carlson retired after 15 years as Shields 1970. postmaster. Bernice LaDuke then took over the postoffice in the Annex of the hotel. Next Wanda Canada moved the postof­ The barn on the Striegel farm was built in 1916 by J. fice to her home (the old Packard Ice Cream Parlor) until she Moen. It is the largest barn in the area. Nick Striegel's pur­ turned it over to Paul Haiders, who at that time had the store chased the farm in 1943. They held barn dances in 1946-47. in the 1910 Tom Whitmouse Store building that had been Duane and Rita Striegel bought the farm in 1955. moved between the bank and the hardware buidling from the The Striegel's raise grains along with Simmental and block south of the bank. Tarentaise cattle. Our 1912 school building was completely remodeled and a new furnace was installed Nothing since can compare to the March storm of 1966, MR. AND MRS. D.E. JONES it was so bad it was necessary for a state helicopter to come in and pick up the body of Fred Neal, who had died in his sleep. David E. Jones was born in Red Oak, Iowa, August 12, The Congregational Church celebrated its 50th Anniver­ 1885 to 12-31-1965. He married Maude Emch 8-22-1885 to sary and water was installed in their basement dining room. 5-2-1961, March 10,1908 in Carroll, Nebraska. In 1912 they That great Shields community spirit was shown in its glory moved to the SW 14 132-88, 4 miles south of Heil. They work­ when the community put in the crop for Johnny Nagel, who ed this farm successfully with their son Robert until they sold was a patient in the hospital. out in 1947 and moved back to Wayne, Nebraska. The Wm. Schaff farm was awarded the Grant County ACS award. St. Gabriel parish sold their hall to Aloys Ternes, and in­ stalled stained glass windows in their church. Mike Harsches were operating the bar located in the old hardware building. THE LAST 25 YEARS Mott Upham retired from the north mail route and Ben IN SHIELDS THROUGH THE Hartman took over both routes. "EYES AND HEART" OF In 1968 Manuel Harsche took the entire community to CARRIE WEINHANDL Medora for the Outdoor Musical and a fun day in his school bus. We ranged in age from 8 to 86. Shields community has been a great place to be a part Fire destroyed a 1912 land mark, the Major Belden home, of, it has always been the type of community that works belonging to Mike Harsche. together - it's the togetherness that counts! Talk about your In 1969 the school closed and the children were bussed town - write about it - speak well of it! to Flasher. Those who taught here since 1960 were Dilley, Shields owes its name to the first 1896 Postmaster, Netland, Kauffman, McLaughlin, Feist, Baarstad, Bentz, Nathaniel and Mary Shields. Nathaniel, a carpenter, built St. Dalhgren and the Tillmans. James Mission Church here, to this same church, 89 years Fred Fraasie was barbering in the rear of the old bank later, Father David Clements comes each week for Mass. building. By 1960 Shields had lost its drug store, its RR doctor, its In 1971 St. Gabriel's Church was closed after serving the two lumber yards, its two Block & Stone Companies, its hard­ Shields community for 20 years. It was built west of Shields ware, its famous Lange Hotel, its livery barn, its dray service, in 1917 and moved into Shields in 1951. its town dairy, its ice cream parlor, its 1911-23 newspaper, Mike Kahl was operating the bar in the old hardware and two garages and two elevators had burned, two sod school Mike Harsches were operating the store and postoffice in the houses had crumbled, cream stations and cafes had closed. Whitemouse building, they sold out to the Manuel Harsches, City light plants had been replaced by REA, and the one town who in turn purchased the 1912 school building and moved phone replaced by a phone in each home by West River RTA. their mini-mall into that. We were still able to enjoy a school, store, a postoffice with two mail routes, three churches, a garage, RR Service, a town hall, Legion and Auxiliary, Square dance, 4-H and Homemaker Clubs, poolhall, the Congregational ladies were still serving suppers each first Wednesday of the month and the Catholic Parish a church fair each fall and monthly breakfasts. Jim Rodenbaugh retired after serving as depot agent from 1913-60. When the depot closed the Weinhandls purchased and moved it to their ranch home site, to preserve more than memories - a physical piece of the past - the 1910 depot and turned it into a family museum.

Leland Harsche was operating the pool hall in the old hardware store when it burned and took the 1910 Whitemouse building with it, closing up main street's last business. Larry Sprunk was in Shields taping Oral History of Bob Evans, Maude Neal, Eva Dilley and Tony Weinhandl. Pictures and tapes are available at the Heritage Center in Bismarck. Maude Neal was chosen the 75th Pioneer Queen in 85 Flasher. Writers who were getting out books about the Shields area MR. AND MRS. BARNEY TERNES FAMILY were Mamie Weeden, Edgar "Frosty" Potter, Grant County Historical Society 1976 book of Grant County Histories, Flasher 75th book, Dan Panko, Ott Black, the Ternes Family and many Church History books. Shields suffered three more bad fires, the Arnold Wagy home, the Jack Gower garage, and their county court house in Carson. Oil drillers moved in around and give us an added thrill for awhile! Wild turkeys adjusted to this area. The Grant County Historical Society acquired St. Gabriel's Church building to restore and preserve by adding shutters, new shingles, and a paint job. Bible Study Class was started in 1979 and still meets each Thursday afternoon. The Rev. Reichters left after 11 years with the Shields Pictured left to right: Tom, Shirley, Church and the Rev. Charles Maxfields came to replace them. Adeline, Ann, Barney, Dorothy, DeLoris, Priests who helped guide us in the last 25 years have been Barney Jr., and Linda. Fathers Alfred, Killian, Adrian, Emilian, Joseph, Rolland, Barney Ternes was born on the home place at Shields, Lambert, Philip, Edgar, Augustine, John, Cornelious, and N.D. on April 6, 1917 to Ed Ternes and Rose (Erker) Ternes. David. He attended country schools and had to miss school much of the time to help his dad in the fields and take care of the Shields was honored by having four exhibits in the N.D. livestock. He broke horses to ride and drive and worked on Art Folk display that toured N.D. in 1980. threshing machines pitching bundles for fifty cents per day The Duane Purdons came from Montana in 1982 and from daylight until dark. He also worked on the road in the bought out Harsches mini mall and with the help of the com­ thirties, W.P.A. days with horses and Fresno, building roads. munity turned it into a true Community Center. The postof­ He froze his hands and feet many times on that job. fice was moved to the basement. It was a joy to see all the local trophys and brands displayed plus the beautiful western On August 21, 1937 he married Ann Kuntz at the Bishop's art on the walls by painter, Marty McFerrsen. Here the Shields Chapel in Bismarck, N.D. Ann was born at Fallen on her Community enjoy many social hours of card parties, pool tour­ parents home place, on November 21, 1917 to John Kuntz naments, basket socials, pot luck dinners for birthdays and and Alisia (Kletzel) Kuntz. Her parents resided in Canada for anniversaries. Shields has organized Softball teams, basket­ a few years, then moved back to Raleigh, N.D. where she was ball teams and built a softball diamond complete with a play raised. She went to St. Anthony, Three Butte and a school yard for the younger generation. three miles east of Raleigh. While at home she couldn't go We're very proud of Brenda Bonogofsky being awarded to high school so after all their children were grown and gone Miss Rodeo America, as her grandmother, Katie Kraft she went to school in Mandan in 1975 and received her G.E.D. Bonogofsky is a Shields pioneer girl. When she was younger she and her sister Katherine herd­ Our local Miss Indian America, Mary Louise Defender ed cattle before their land and their neighbor's land was fenc­ Wilson, traveled two summers with Larry Sprunk in the ed. They sat out on the prairie in the hot sun all day and got Chautauqua that toured several states. caught in many thunder storms. Once they were chased by The Homemakers, Historical Society and churches have a mad bull and almost got killed. The bull was finally sold. sponsored Quilt Shows, Larry Sprunk Show, picnics and a Ann killed many different snakes while herding cattle. She also benefit for the Duddley Harsches who lost their home by fire. worked and received sixty cents per day for baby-sitting and painting. The last train passed thru in 1982, after 72 years of ser­ After we were married and in the dirty thirties we had vice and in 1983 they tore up the 1910 track. many hardships; the first two years our crop's were hailed out. In 1983 the Don Whitemans rented the "Center" and kept We milked a few cows and had some chickens and that was things alive in Shields. The postoffice was moved into the our livelihood. It was hard but we survived. Hallahan home across the street and Annie Purdon was clerk We resided at a junction and whenever the roads were bad of the Shields Rural Branch. Gene Klein carries the mail from we helped many people. We kept the school bus driver and Flasher via Raleigh, Shields to Selfridge. the children a few days and many other people that were stall­ In 1984 the Bernard Wagys lost their home by fire tak­ ed, and we never charged anyone. When the neighbors need­ ing another Shields land mark up in smoke, the Duffey home. ed to go to the doctor or hospital we took them, rain or shine. The Elmer Imhoffs of Billings purchased the Shields We have seven children: Barney, Jr., married to DeLoris "Center" and opened for business in April of 1984. Schafer. She passed away at the age of 40 in 1980. They have four children: Karen, Rhonda, Kevin and Laurie, they reside July 1984 Michele and Bernard Wagy were awarded the in Los Angeles, California. postoffice clerk and route when Annie Purdon and Ben Hart­ Dorothy, married Buddy Wiest. They have five children: man retired, opening a new postoffice on main street. Robin, Tracey, Wesley, Monte and Maria. They reside in Our pioneers who have celebrated their 50th, 60th even McLaughlin, S.D. 70th wedding anniversaries the past 25 years have been Jim DeLoris, married to Marvin Tischmak. They have no and George Fergusons, Fred Fraasies, Jim Rodengaughs, B.L. children and reside in Mandan, N.D. VandeVenters, Joe Grosses, Sye Umbers, Mike Haiders, Philip Tommy, married to Betty Haider. They have two children; Ternes, Dale Kochs, Fred Neals, Louie Kochs, Henry Harsches, Bobby and Shelly. They reside in Denver, Colorado. Haden Baileys, Joe Bloskys. Adeline, married to Jerry Lunstad. They have one son, Bea Umber retired from teaching in 1984 after 48 years Shawn Michael. They reside in Mandan, N.D. of teaching in Shields, Leith, Thain, Mcintosh, Fort Yates and Linda, married to Donnie Miller. They have Kieth, Cheryl Selfridge. and Shane. They reside in Hazen, N.D. Many things have changed in the past 25 years but the Shirley, married to Kenny Doll. They have two daughters; truths we learned from our parents and the principles they Tara and Shannon. They reside in Mandan, N.D. taught us are always true, they can never change. Great im­ Mr. and Mrs. Barney Ternes have seventeen grandchildren provements in living have been made because every American and eight great-grandchildren. has been free to pursue his happiness, and so long as They farmed and ranched for thirty-two years seven miles Americans are free they will continue to make our country west of Shields, until Barney was injured and required back even more wonderful. 86 surgery. They then sold out and moved to Mandan in 1969. Joe Schriener), 1914, of Mandan; Joseph, 1915, of Shields; Ella (Mrs. Adam Leintz), 1917, of Raleigh; Casimir, 1919-1972; Alexander, 1921-1979. From 1914-1945 Frank and Katherine engaged in farm­ ing near Shields and Raleigh. When they first homesteaded near Shields they built a sod house which later became their "summer-kitchen" when the frame house was built in 1936. The dirt floor of their sod- dy needed sweeping daily and each spring the walls received a fresh coast of whitewash--a mixture of calcimine painted over a plaster of mud, reinforced with straw. Daughter Ella describ­ ed how they always felt safe in the dwelling when storms came up. Even which they had a wood frame house, they would go into the sodhouse for shelter. She remembers her father tur­ ning the sod with a one bottom plow, loading it on a skid, and hauling it to the building site. Cut into one foot by two foot dimensions, they served as the building blocks for the twenty foot by twelve foot structure that rose from the bleak prairie.

MICHAEL VOLK FAMILY On April 4, 1865, Michael Volk was born in Bessarabia, Russia to Gabriel and Margaret Pioziuski Volk. In 1905 when he was 40 years old he brought his wife Helena and their five George Umber was born to Cora Bell Fellerby and Harry children to the United States. They ultimately took up one of A. Umber. the last of the area homesteads at Raleigh and began farming. Bernice Neal was born to Fred W. and Maude G. Neal. Four other children were born to this union after they Maude G. Dilley was born in Paynesville, Ohio, March 3, settled in Raleigh. Now their family consisted of six girls and 1886. three boys: Nathalia (Mrs. Egedius Miller), 1887-1965; Fred Neal was born in Pierpont, Ohio, April 13, 1883. Scholastica (Mrs. Dan Dirk), 1890-1970; Braxada (Mrs. Felix George Umber was a common laborer and a farmer later. Leintz), 1894-1980; Lazarus, 1897-1983; Arsenius, 1904, of They had two children: Bernice, and Elaine, Elaine died Bismarck; Salamea (Mrs. Cornelius Blotsky), 1908, of in 1964. Bismarck; Mary (Mrs. Adam Mattern), 1910, of Bismarck; "My folks came to North Dakota as homesteaders - first Margaret (Mrs. Vitalius Dirk), 1913, of Bismarck; and Gabriel, they worked on the Ted Goshell Ranch, north of Flasher; later 1906-1976. they and my grandparents Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Dilley and The Volk family, along with four other German-Russian daughter Eva homesteaded in 1912 north of Shields, N.D. immigrant families were the founders of St. Gertrude's At present my Mother and Aunt are residents of the Man­ Catholic Church around the year 1913. dan Villa. I am a widow since 1973. On July 5, 1930 Michael died of cerebral hemorrhage in Just finished my 48th year of teaching. Bismarck. He was 65 years old and had been actively farming By Bernice Umber until this time. He is laid to rest beside his wife in the St. Ger­ trude's Cemetery. Helena, who was born on April 24, 1869 to Michael and Marion Miller Riehl, passed away on December 22, 1932. EMIL RIEHL FAMILY

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Frank Fergel was born in Selz, Russia to Joseph and Veronica Neel Fergel on August 2, 1890. He was the second of six children and one half-sister. Emil Riehl was born in Raleigh, N.D. to Melchoir and Em­ On August 8, 1908 Frank married a home town girl, ma Riehl. Katherine Baumstarck (9-8-1890 to 4-13-1959), daughter of Irene Riehl was born in Flasher, N.D. to Mike and Rose Casimir and Katy Switarsky Baumstarck. One month later he Gustin. immigrated to the United States. After sailing on the ship They were married in Flasher, June 24, 1946. Neckar for fourteen days, he landed in Baltimore, Maryland. Mr. Emil Riehl's occupations are farming and he is a State Within the year his wife also landed in the United States and Representative. they proceeded by rail to Aberdeen, South Dakota where they Their children are: David, Judy, Tom, Andy, Colette, were met by their sponsor to the U.S., a man Frank called Margret, Emily, James, Bill and Dirk. Goldy. They all have different occupations; Engineering, Physi­ Seven children were born to this union: Katy (Mrs. Ed cian; Teacher; Welder, Occupational Therapist; Dentist; Con­ Richter), 1912, of Bismarck; Theresa 1913-1914; Verna (Mrs. 87 struction Worker; Farmer; and one is attending high school. BERNARD TERNES FAMILY JOHN MILLER FAMILY

John Miller is the son of Rudolf and Verna Kopp Miller and Anastasia Riehl Miller, his wife, is the daughter of Max This is a picture of our family taken 25 years ago when and Clementine Loeb Riehl. They were married in 1936 at St. our oldest boy, Leo was married to Peggy Mahrer, from Gertrudes, N.D. and reside 12 miles south of Raleigh, N.D. Flasher, N.D. They have the following children: Elaine is next. She is now living in Seattle, Washington; Gretchen Stotts, Richey, Mt.; Raymond Miller, Kent, Claudia, lives in Cheyenne, Wyoming, she was crowned Miss Wash.; John Miller, Jr., Raleigh, N.D.; Alvina Schwehr, Grant County by Bob McCloud (from Bismarck). Next is Baldwin, N.D.; Bernadette Weigel, Mandan, N.D. and Ber­ Delores, she was just married, the year before she was Miss nadine Gerhardt, Bismarck, N.D. Grant County in 1965 (I think). She is Mrs. Miles Utter and Mr. and Mrs. John Miller have nineteen grandchildren and has nine children. Has one set of twins. Next to the bottom two great grandchildren. is our baby who was only 3 yrs. old, and is 27 yrs. old now, our Addie. And next to her is her sister Anita, our daughter that we lost at a very young age. She died in a car accident EUGENE RIEHL FAMILY near Fargo twelve years ago. Next is Harold, he is now 30 some years old and lives in Raleigh, N.D., is married to Karen Boll­ inger. They have one girl. Next is Clarence, he lives in Flasher, N.D. He used to run the lumber yard in Raleigh that I had for 27 years. When we left Raleigh 8 years ago, we gave him the keys and said "Take over and make a go of it". But times are not good in Raleigh any more and business is slow, so he is closing it up. There is no more lumber yard in Raleigh. Next is Donna, she is now in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Their name is Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wanner. They have one daughter. We have 15 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren, and en­ joy them very much. Our children have left us and live in several states. We are going to celebrate our 50th anniversary June 28th and hope to see them all come home; but one will not be with This is my family: us, so we will have to remember her in our prayers. Mr. and Mrs. Anna and Bernard Ternes; Mr. and Mrs. Lagata and Mike Tischmack, she died sr GERARD KRAFT FAMILY young; Mr. and Mrs. Frances and Jochim Kopp.

MR. AND MRS. MICHAEL WEINHANDL

Gerard Kraft was born in Bismarck, N.D. in 1959 to Lewis and Florence Leingang Kraft. Tess Weinhandl Kraft was born in Bismarck in 1960 to Michael was born August 10, 1951 in Bismarck, N.D. to Anton and Rose Muggli Weinhandl. Anton and Rose Weinhandl. They were married in 1981 in St. Peters Church in Fort Beverly was born May 22, 1951 in Elgin, N.D. to Leon Yates, N.D. and Helen Krause. They were married February 2, 1974 in Gerard is employed by St. Peters Parish. Tess is a Shields, N.D. They have one child Logan. Michael and Bev secretary for the Sioux County Agent. have been farming and ranching for eight years in the Shields, They have one daughter - Angela Rose, age one. 88 N.D. area. FELIX LEINTZ FAMILY MIKE LEINTZ FAMILY

Mike married Sharon Zubrod of Morristown, S.D. They have six children: Shari, 1962, of Bismarck; Michael, 1964, Ft. Stewart, Georgia; Bonnie, 1965, of Bismarck; Robert, 1967, at home; Ronald, 1970-1980; Jeffery, 1973, at home. Mike and his family farm with Adam and Ella. Felix Leintz was born to Adam and Katherine Leintz in Besserabia, Russia on January 1, 1892. When he was 16 years LYNN BUELING FAMILY old, he and his brother Max immigrated to the United States, and after a short stay in Strasburg, N.D., they settled near Brisbane, N.D. On October 24, 1914 Felix married Braxada Volk in St. Gertrude's Church at Raleigh. Braxada was the daughter of Michael and Helena Volk. Eleven children were born to this union: Lazarus, 1915, of Bismarck; Adam, 1916, of Raleigh; twin boys who died at birth, 1916; Helen (Mrs. Joseph Fergel), 1918, of Shields; Katy (Mrs. Ralph Dressier), 1920, of Bismarck; Clara (Mrs. Jack Schaff), 1923, of Edna, Minn., John, 1927. of Raleigh; Rose (Mr. William Schobe). 1929, of Gooding, Idaho: Ann (Mrs. William Wikenheiser), 1930, of Bismarck; and Mike, 1936, of Orange, Mary Lou married Lynn Bueling of Sheldon, N.D. They California. have two children: Brandon, 1976; and Clinton, 1978. Mary Lou is a Learning Disabilities Teacher in the Wahpeton Public Felix and Braxada retired from farming near Brisbane in School and Lynn teaches eighth grade at the Wahpeton In- 1943 and moved to Bismarck. Felix passed away there in 1944 dian School. and Braxada in 1980. MARTY SCHAFF FAMILY ADAM LEINTZ FAMILY

Angie married Marty Schaff of St. Anthony, N.D. They Adam Leintz, the second of the eleven children born to have five children: Kurtis, 1967; Kelly, 1969; Tammy, 1970; Felix and Braxada, was born on the Brisbane farm and attend­ Julie, 1974; and Robin, 1978. Marty and Angie raise Angus ed school at the Brisbane Public School. cattle on their farm near St. Anthony. During his young days, he worked out on many jobs, in­ cluding milking 13 cows for 75c a day and picking corn for TOM MCDOWALL FAMILY Bill Alver for 4c a bushel. At 18 he became constable of Brisbane, a position he held for five years. In 1936-37 he work­ ed on the railroad repairing track. In 1938 he married Ella Fergel (see Frank Fergel family) at St. Gertrudes Church of Raleigh in a triple wedding with Adam's brother Lazarus and Refina Ruschinsky and his sister Helen and Joseph Fergel (Ella's brother). In October, 1940 they took the five cows Ella received as a wedding present from her parents and moved 13 miles south of Raleigh where they bought a quarter section of land, remodeled the four room house, and started to farm. Four children were born to the union: Mike, 1941, of Sharon married Tom McDowall of Carson, N.D. They have Raleigh; Mary Lou (Mrs. Lynn Bueling), 1945; of Wahpeton; three children: Tommy, 1975; Troy, 1977; and Travis, 1980. Angie (Mrs. Marty Schaff), 1948, St. Anthony; and Sharon Sharon works for Osco Drug and Tom is employed by an elec­ (Mrs. Tom McDowall), 1953, of Billings, Montana. trical contracting firm in Billings, Montana. CONTRIBUTORS TO BOOK FUND

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$20.00 — Hertz Brothers, Carson and New Leipzig L.P. Lounge, Larry Polensky Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Bismarck Dwight & Shirley McVay Ed Phillips & Sons, Bismarck West River Savings, Carson

$15.00 — Western Dakota Cable Inc. Roaine Scholes Morville & Evelyn Skretteberg

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Idle Hour Bar, G.M. Bonogofsky Everett and Pat Johnson Thomas Kuntz Eugene and Ella Horst Cass-Clay Creamery Inc., Mandan Fred and Hilda Steinle Andy and Lily Klein Bader Construction, Carson Carson Homemakers Virginia Eggers G. Zeller, Leith Irene Lane Our Community Homemakers, Carson Clarence and Charlotte Johnson Farmer Livestock Exchange, Bismarck Cloverdale, Mandan Ivan Gandrud Chevrolet, Mandan Hilda Schatz Mildred Ochoxner Ida Stevahn Delbert and Ann Ferguson Montana-Dakota Utilities Ervin and Esther Erickson Marshall Lumber, Carson Elmer and Irene Wentlandt Mr. and Mrs. Art Nuss Chapparral, Bohn Enterprises Carson Ready Mix Southwest Grain Co., Carson and Elgin Gene Jr. and Marlys McDowall Bridgeman Dairy, Bismarck Grant Co. Veterinary Clinic, Carson C. & M. Refrigeration, Monroe Beck, Elgin Farmers Union, Carson Opp Well Drilling, Glen Ullin Phil and Leah Balliet

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We take this means of expressing our appreciation to all those who assisted in any way in making the publication of this book possible. We are grateful to the contributors, both financial and material wise, to those good people who did considerable searching of records for material to be used in historical articles; to those who furnished autobiographical material; to those who furnished pictures; to those who wrote the histories of various organiza­ tions and communities and those who wrote the various articles.

Your good efforts are all sincerely appreciated.

The Carson Diamond Jubilee Book Committee

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