Nicholai H. Nelson, born June 11 , 1875, at Harmony, Minnesota, came at the age of five to Thordensjold Township with his parents. He grew to manhood here and in 1903, he married Sophia Evenstad of Fingal. They purchased a farm in Oakville Township and later a larger farm in the same township.

Sophia passed away in 1932, and Nicholai in 1944.

Henry, the oldest son, married Mabel Lindvold of Nome. They live in Fargo.

Alfred married Mildred Velure and they live in Valley City. Alfred is retired.

Martha married Alvin Hanson, who died in 1973, and she lives in Kathryn.

Walter, the third son, married Dorothy Ekern, and they live near the family homestead.

Source: Barnes County History 1976 Page 171