History of New Rockford: Oct. 11, 2021

On June 24, 1904, around 2000 people attended the Early Settlers’ Association’s annual picnic in Peoples’ Grove, despite the heavy rain of the previous night. The Ft. Totten Indian Band played throughout the day. After picnic dinners there was a musical program in the pavilion, with the Indian Band assisting. An election of officers resulted in the following: A.M. Greely, president; F.O. Getchell,...