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[http:// | [http://kendallkin.org/county-history/norwegian-immigration/norwegian-immigration-history/norwegian-emigrants.html Fox River in Illinois]was the gathering place for numerous Norwegian emigrants. Many came and settled permanently while others stopped for while then continued westward. Some of the earliest settlers were the Sheldahl brothers; Lars, Rasmus, Erik, Haldor, and Osmund, all teachers. Another well known early settler was Erik Nilson who was a tremendous help to many immigrants. He took many in to his home where he fed and sheltered them. | ||
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A History of the Norwegians of Illinois by Algot E Strand: A wonderful book describing the early Norwegian settlements, the people and history. | A History of the Norwegians of Illinois by Algot E Strand: A wonderful book describing the early Norwegian settlements, the people and history. | ||
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