Elmer W. Triebold was born January 12, 1893, the son of Louis and Caroline Triebold.
He spent his youth on the home farm in Alto Township. He served in the Army during World War One, and later took over the home farm where he lived for 73 years.
Mr. Triebold held several school and township offices. He served as Director of Alto School Number Eight for nine years, was Assessor of Alta Township for four teen years, and Clerk for ten years.
On January 14, 1920 he was married to Miss Hannah Elm in Valley City, North Dakota. Two sons and one daughter were born to them: Roland, Escondido, California; Eugene, Leeds, North Dakota; and Mrs. Donald (Lois) Rudow, Fertile, Minnesota. They also have seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
After retiring they moved to Valley City where they are active members of Nebo Lutheran Church.
They enjoy caring for their home and visiting with friends and neighbors.
Source: Barnes County History 1976 Page 253