Iowa Old Press
Hawarden Independent, December 26, 1929
WAS PIONEER OF BIG SPRINGS
SOREN OLSON DIED SUNDAY AT HOME OF DAUGHTER
Was 77 Years Old and Lived for Many Years in This Community.
Leaves Six Children
Soren Olson, a pioneer resident of the Big Springs community and for many
years a citizen of Hawarden, died early Sunday morning at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. John J. Eiving, west of Hawarden, at the age of 77 years and
4
months. During the past few months his health had been rapidly declining and
about two weeks before his death he became bedfast, after suffering a great deal of pain,
and finally slept peacefully away Sunday
morning.
Soren Andreas Olson was born Aug. 22, 1852 in Tromsoe province of Tromsoe
Norway in the land of the midnight sun. His curly boyhood was spent helping
his father, who was a fisherman on the coast of Norway. After the death of
his
father, he came to Americas at the age of 14 with his mother and brother
Olaf.
They settled in La Crosse, WI., where they lived for a number of years.
In April, 1871, he was united in marriage with Karen Varnson, who preceded
him
in death in 1916. To this union eight children were born. About the year
1873,
with his wife and little son, he came to Union county, S. D., and settled a
few miles southwest of Richland. Then later, hearing of the existence of a
Baptist church at Big Springs and wishing to live among people of his own
faith, he file on a homestead in Big Springs Township, where they lived
until
1903, with the exception of about four years, from 1885-1889, when they
resided in Calliope where he operated a furniture store.
Funeral services were held Monday at the home of Mrs. R. E. Lemmon at
Sibley,
conducted by Rev. Ward, pastor of the Methodist church at that place. Mr.
and
Mrs. M. J. McNally and son James and daughter Leone attended the funeral.
Though farming was his occupation, many of his old friends remember him best
as a thresher, for he was never happier than when engaged in that work. In
1903 they retired from the farm and moved to Hawarden where they made of his
old friends remember him best as a thresher, for he was never happier than
when engaged in that work. In 1903 they retired from the farm and moved to
Hawarden where, they made their home until the death of Mrs. Olson.
In 1922 he was untied in marriage with Mrs. Amanda Rogers of Nortonville,
KS.
In 1926 he suffered a stroke of paralysis, since which time he has been
cared
for by his daughters. Two of this children preceded him in death. Those
living
are Mrs. Anna Hemmer of Waterloo, Iowa; O.M. Olson of Belmont, MT; Mrs. Mary
Anderson of Hawarden; Mrs. Minnie Ring of Nortonville, KS, Mrs. Nettie
Elving
and Mrs. Emily Anderson of Big Springs.
Mr. Olson was always interested in the welfare of the church and even to the
very last was anxious to be in attendance at its services.
IRETON AND VICINITY
News Items Gathered Expressly For The Independent
Celebrated Golden Wedding
Tuesday was an eventful day for Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Suter of Rock Valley, who resided here many years ago and who are well known as the parents of Mrs. W. L. Twillman and Mrs. Wm. Brown. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at their fine home, surrounded by their children and grandchildren. The event will long be cherished by those privileged to be present and partake of the dinner comprising everything that taste and appetite could desire.
Mr. and Mrs. Suter were married in Chicago Dec. 24, 1879, coming to Sioux county ten years later, in 1889. They are the parents of four children, all living, who were present with the grandchildren, as follows: Mrs. W. L. Twillman and Mrs. W. F. Brown, of Ireton; Wm. H. Suter of Sibley; Emory F. Suter of Rock Valley; and six grandchildren. Their many friends here all rejoice with them and wish them many returns of the happy event.
Celebrated 84th Birthday
Louis Oloff celebrated his 84th birthday in the presence of his children and grandchildren at his home Friday evening. Well filled baskets provided by the guests, helped contribute to a fine chicken dinner. Mr. Oloff, though not in robust health, is well preserved for his age and cane be seen down town almost every day. We all join in wishing him many more happy returns of the day. His children are: Mrs. J. P. Riter, of Ireton; Mrs. Arthur Kallsen of Preston township, Plymouth county; Fred Oloff, of Craig; and L. C. Oloff, on route 2, Ireton.
Brought Here For Burial
The body of John Folken, who died at his home in Tea, S. D., was brought to Ireton for burial in the family lot beside his wife and son. The deceased as a resident of Ireton for many years, working at the trade of carpenter. Many of the homes built during his residence here were of his construction. He left Ireton more than thirty years ago.
Held Christmas Gift Auction
The W. A. Marienau drug store had quite an innovation Saturday afternoon and evening. The holiday goods that were unsold at that time were auctioned off to the highest bidder and many a one secured some real Christmas bargains. The large store was all too small to hold the crowd at times and a real holiday spirit was in evidence.
Enjoyed Visit From Santa Claus
Old Santa had a large and attractive crowd Saturday afternoon when he appeared on Main street near the flag pole to pass out treats to the boys and girls of the community. There was much jollity and fun connected with it and the grown-ups who lined the walks on both sides of the street got as big a kick out of the event as the kiddies.
Entertained at Birthday Party
Little Marjorie Morrison was 5 years old last Thursday, Dec. 19th, so to make the day a glad one her mother invited a group of little folks to the home and made the afternoon a happy one for the little tots. Games were played, ending with a delicious birthday luncheon. Many little presents were brought and left as tokens.
Appointment Is Confirmed
Postmaster F. O. Parker received a fine Christmas present when he was notified Saturday that the Senate had confirmed his appointment as postmaster for another four years. This will be very gratifying to his friends here and assures another four years of real service to the public.
Came Home to Spend Christmas
W. G. Colwill and B. W. Rogers arrived home from Dallas, S. D., Sunday to spend a few days with home folks. They are erecting a set of farm buildings for Jay Meyers at Dallas. The cold weather has hampered them somewhat but they expect to go back and complete the job.