Organized in March 1973, the Sons of Norway, Lodge 527 came into existence with 45 members who claimed ties to Norway. Otis Dahl was chosen to head the new unit, with

Eldo Lee, vice‑president

Mrs. Val Berglund, social director

Kermit Skadberg, counselor

Mrs. Julia Noracker, financial secretary

A.K. Johnson, treasurer, and Norma Gussiaas, secretary

The basic principle of the fraternal organization is brotherly love and its motto is "Freedom, Fraternity and Progress".

Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 252