2001 Queries
Traill County, North Dakota

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Mary Liber Tue Jan 9 18:50:32 2001
I am searching on behalf of my grandmother's cousin....her father's name was John Francis GAUGHRAN (7/12/1888-6/13/1948). She remembers him saying he moved east (New Jersey) from Mayville, South Dakota...I could not find a Mayville in S.Dakota, only in North Dakota. John's parents' names were Richard and Sarah Jane GAUGHRAN, and he had siblings by the names of Ben, Amelia, and Polly GAUGHRAN. She believes the family came to the US during Ireland's potato famine (1845-1850). This would mean that Richard's parents were probably the ones who originally came from Ireland. I checked the 1900 census for Traill County, both Mayville and Mayville Twp., but had no luck at all. Can anyone help? Thanks!

Scott Ketelsen Thu Jan 11 04:02:05 2001
Looking for anyone connected to these surnames. Knut Johanneson STAMNES & Bertha Olevsdatter STAMNES came to Hillsboro, ND at different times, and married in Hillsboro. Kari Johanneson LERAAS was a sister to Knut. Dena LEREIN was a cousin to Bertha.

Betty Charnholm Thu Jan 18 23:37:22 2001
I am searching for descendants of James POWER and Louise HOLM who were married on 6 Aug 1889 and settled in Portland Twp., Traill Co., ND. Their children were Jay b 1890; Ada b 1892; Leon b 1893; Raymond b 1894; Mabel b 1897. I know some of them were living in Traill Co. until 1920 but I have lost them after that. Thank you, Betty Charnholm.

Steven Haines Sun Feb 4 12:16:03 2001
Looking for a connection to the family of Charles N. HAINES, to find out if there is a link to Charles Edward HAINES, and his brother , Philip(?). Charles Edward was my great grandfather, born circa 1846 in the eastern part of the country. Married Ida SQUIRES in Iowa and later migrated to North Dakota, living for a short while in Stark County, where abouts after that not known.I beleive he may have had relatives in North Dakota at the time he moved there, about 1898-99.
any help will be appreiated. Thank you - Steve Haines - muggshar@santel.net

Ralph Peterson Mon Feb 12 08:58:36 2001
Bernard FLOBERG, wife Margit and 6 children are listed in the 1900 census as living in Caledonia township. It says he is a farmer who owns land. They left in 1901 and went to Landa ND. While they lived in Caledonia township it appears their address may have been Cummings. I am trying to find out where they lived,when they got there, what church they went to etc. I believe they were married in 1891 childrens names and birthdays follow. Matilda b.1/28/1892-Bennei 6/1894- Gina b. 1/1895--Oto 11/1896--Albert 1900
TKS Ralph Peterson

Mable McRae Mon Feb 12 16:38:44 2001
I would like to find a Lutheran church/churches that was in Hilboro, in 1892 I need to find the Parish records. any information greatly appreciated. Mable

Ralph Peterson Wed Feb 21 10:37:03 2001
Mr. MAGNUSSON was a farmer with a Hillsboro address who died from heat stroke about 1900. He was from Sweden. His wife Ingeborg was from Hallingdal , Norway. They had one child , Rosella who was born 25 October 1894 in Hillsboro. We believe He was buried near Hillsboro. Ingeborg later married a Mr McLAUGHLIN and lived in Minnesota as well as other places. Any help would be great. Tks Ralph Peterson

Doug Tomas Mon Mar 12 19:54:54 2001
Looking for information on/about parents and immediate family of Ragnhild (Rachel) FECHER (FECHAR), born 15 March, 1862, in Norway, immigrated to the US circa 1882, and married Ole O. NELSON reportedly in Hatton, ND, circa 1883. They lived in the Traill/Steele County area approx. 1884 - 1894, then Jadis Township, Roseau, Minnesota, circa 1895 - 1908, again in Steele County, Sharon Township, circa 1910 - 1920, and finally in Iowa County Wisconsin circa 1929. Her father was possibly Iver FECHAR (FEKJER) who came to the Hatton area in 1871, and her brothers were possibly; Ole, Andrew, Torgrim, John, Paul, and Erick FECHAR (FECHER). Ole, Andrew, and Torgrim reportedly homesteaded in Enger township, Steele County, N. Dakota approx. 1886-1887.

Also researching: TOMAS, Vlasnic, Krachova, Torgeson, Berg, and Serstad.

Please reply to: Doug Tomas, 312 Foxmead Drive, Waterford, WI 53185-4427, or by Email: clprcpt@execpc.com. Home phone: (262) 534-2334.

Richard DePalma Fri Mar 30 23:12:50 2001
I am responding to the message below that was posted by C.J. Lunning on Tue Nov 17 11:13:48 1998. I attempted the e-mail address (on 2/22/01) that was connected to the name, however, I have heard no response.

"I am looking for information about Ole Severin OLSTAD, born Nov 6, 1852, baptized Mar 13, 1853 in Sollien church in Norway. I believe Ole is the eldest brother of my grandfather, Severin OLSTAD who immigrated to U.S. in May 1882. Severin lived most of his life in Mayville, ND. Ole's name appears as a witness on my grandfather's naturalization papers. I can find no trace of Ole Severin OLSTAD in Norway after his baptism, but have seen an Ole OLSTAD listed on ND census records. If anyone has any information on the OLSTAD family, I would greatly appreciate hearing from you. Thank you for your help"

My Response:
My great great grandfather was Ole OLSTAD. The OLSTAD's immigrated from Norway to Galesburg,Traill County, North Dakota.

Anyone interested in exchanging information, please feel free to e-mail me.

Ralph Peterson Sun Apr 1 17:44:12 2001
I know that Norway Luthern church is no longer operating. Could somebody advise me where or how to check their records. I am looking for any information about a Gunhild Marion ELLINGSON who married Olavs P MORSTAD 27 July 1889. Rev Hans Allen of the Norway Ev Luthern was the pastor. Gunhild may or may not be a relative.
Thanks Ralph Peterson

Ralph Peterson Sun Apr 1 21:47:23 2001
Could anyone tell me where Caledonia school # 9 was located
Thanks Ralph Peterson

Val Oxendahl Sun Apr 8 13:03:56 2001
Sigvard Olson LANGAGER - I would like to know how to get a copy of his marriage license and divorce or annulment papers. The years would be between 1903 and 1907, possibly in Hatton, North Dakota.

Leo Hallan Mon Apr 16 13:08:26 2001
I am searching for information on the family of John ENG b. 1866 d. 1950 and Evalina LARSON, b. 1867 d. 1937. I found them listed in the "Portland, 1882-1957" index.
Any help would greatly be appreciated. Sincerely, Leo Hallan - Yankton, SD

Norma Sat Apr 21 09:36:40 2001
I am looking for any information on Carl HORTE, who lived close to Portland in the mid 1800's ( came from Telemark, Norway) apparently moved to Minnisota, then back to Portland in early 1900's. In 1889, his brother Anton HORTE ( and two sons) joined him. Anton was my husbands grandfather. He taught Norwegian at a college close to Portland. What college? It was a Lutheran College, I think.What college was nearby? In 1891 all of these famlies moved to Shelly & Niellsville, MN
Do you know about them??? Please call if you do...

Mark Mortenson Sat May 5 17:20:01 2001
I am looking for anybody related to Iver and Marit BRANDON. They came to Enger Township in 1876. They had seven children Ole, Amund, Andrew, Simon, Oscar, Annie and Sarah. Sarah is my great-grandmother. According to the book "Hatton North Dakota Diamond Jubilee 1884-1959", Oscar JOHNSON a grandson owned the original farm.

Kathy Thu May 10 09:17:30 2001
I have found out that my Great Grandfather Jens S. FLOM had land in Traill County, North Dakota dating back to Feb. 5, 1884. All I have is that he had land at Twonship 146N, Range 053W, Section 030. Could someone please tell me if this has a "city name" so I can find it on the map a little easier? What has happened to this land after all these years, is it owned by someone else now? Thank you for your help in this matter.

Jim Sparks Tue May 15 11:30:33 2001
Fingal C RUGLAND b. 02-20-1847, Eggedahl, Norway, d.10-10-1892, Traill County, ND m. 1877, wife Agenete NESTINGEN - any info appreciated.

Charles Willis Fri Jun 1 20:54:44 2001
Looking for descendants of William W. and Jane M. (ROBINSON) WARREN. They were both born in Poultney, Vt. in 1836 and both died 1887 in Mayville, Traill County, N.D. They had a son Fred b.c1858 m. Anna McELFREASH and a daughter Carrie b.c1869 m. Gabe THORSEN. Would like to find a few missing dates and other info.

Linda Apted Tue Jun 19 11:23:03 2001
I am looking for my great-grandfather, Rueben Sylvester DALRYMPLE who was to have lived in Traill County about 1912-1916. He was supposed to have died there. My great aunt Ruth DALRYMPLE was supposed to have stayed with him for a year about 1913-1916. He may also have been called Harry. His son Ted Eugene was a pharmacist and lived there or maybe in Minot. He had been married to Nellie Mildred LAWRENCE. I am not online often, but I can receive text mail on pocketmail. Any info anyone has would be greatly appreciated.

Kathy Julkowski Mon Jul 9 00:17:44 2001
I am seeking information regarding Jefferson CLARK who reportedly was killed in a steam-engine explosion on October 20, 1889, in Hillsboro, North Dakota. He and his wife Elizabeth Viola CLARK nee WESTON had five children: Harry, Charles, William Archie and Elva Finnette. Elva was born 08-21-1888 in Hillsboro, ND. Are there any CLARK or WESTON connections still in Traill County? Thank you for your help.

G. Redmond Mon Jul 9 18:58:18 2001
Searching for information (obit) for Hazel Cooper REDMOND wife of Louis "Tim" REDMOND, died July 1980. any living relatives, she would be our aunt.

Lesley Huppert Mon Jul 23 07:56:46 2001
Jacob KOPSTAD naturalized Traill County 16 March 1914. He lived in Richland County in 1900. He arrived from Norway 1892. Would be interested in hearing from anyone researching this family or associated branches.

Dale Knebel Mon Jul 23 19:24:17 2001
Looking for information on Oluf LANGSETH. He was a merchant with a Halverson in a general merchandise store in Buxton. He is listed in the 1900 census (as Ole).

Vera Wallace Sun Jul 29 17:15:59 2001
I am trying to put togethere a family tree for my husband Leslie WALLACE. His mothers family is still in Hillsboro. I know his fathers name is William FREEMAN from Hillsboro also. I would love to see a high school year book from Bonesack High school since they both went there. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

Matthew Tiscareno Thu Sep 6 15:33:08 2001
Looking for any information on the family of my wife's great-grandfather, Lauren C. LARSON. He was born 10 Jul 1891 in Blanchard, Traill, ND. According to 1900 Census, his parents were Carl LARSON, born Mar 1858, WI; and Margrat (sp?) CYPRIANSON, born May 1864, Norway. Siblings: Nilya (sp?), Feb 1890; Ganna (sp?), Aug 1893; Sam, Jun 1894; Clara, May 1895. Carl is also listed in the 1885 Census living in Traill County. Any information appreciated.

Norma Abrams Sun Sep 9 16:51:15 2001
George VANDERPORT shown in 1910 Census for Mayville City, Traill County. Also looking for Mary VANDERPORT, b. 17 May 1889, d. Aug. 1963, North Dakota. Looking for what city/county where she died.

Kathryn Kelly Sun Oct 28 19:02:50 2001
I have a postcard that was sent by Arthur A. in 1911 from Buxton, North Dakota. The photograph on the front of the postcard is of a store. The year 1899 inscribed on the dormer of the building. I would like to find someone who could verify that this photo was taken of a store in Buxton, North Dakota. There are also 3 people standing in front of the store, identity unknown. One is possibly Arthur A.
Thanks, Kathryn Kelly

Hannie Kroonsberg Mon Oct 29 12:40:15 2001
Looking for more information on Henderika KROONSBERG born 16-02-1916 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and died in Hatton 15-03-1995. Thanks ahead!