Stanley, North Dakota
was born in Clarkfield, Minnesota. His parents were from Hadeland, and came to Montrail County, 1906, where he at this time lives on his homestead.
His wife, Christine Lauvaas, is from Solor. They have two children.
Martin is the treasurer of the School district, the treasurer for the Farmer’s Telephone Company and a member of the town’s management (O.R.)
Source: Norwegians and Norwegian Homes in America by Hans Jervell - 1916 - Page 135