Martin and Clara Wallum were born in Norway. They emigrated to America when each was still young. Mr. Wallum at the age two, and Mrs. Wallum when she was 17 years old.
Martin Wallum homesteaded land one-half mile from the town of Walum. Mr. and Mrs. Wallum were married in Cooperstown in 1887. Mr. Wallum became prominent in community affairs, attending many meetings held in surrounding towns. The present town of Walum was named after Mr. Wallum.
The Wallums had 10 children: Mabel Anson, Justin Wallum, Marvin Wallum, Dena Espeseth, Chester Wallum, John Wallum, Olga Evenson, Theresa Trangsrud, Berneice Vogt and Edna Becker. Berneice Vogt is the only surviving member of this family.
Source: Hannaford Area History North Dakota Centennial 1889 - 1989 Page 242