Papers, 1910-1968.

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Papers, 1910-1968.

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A four page historical sketch of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pascoe's pioneer experiences was written in the 1920s from notes taken by Josephine during a 1910 interview with Mrs. Pascoe. Topics include homesteading, blizzards, agriculture, neighbors, and the sundries of rural life. A three page sketch of Nicholas Simon's experiences describe his move to North Dakota, business dealings, agriculture, and neighbors. A two page letter gives further information about the Simon family. Two pages of notes describe the process employed by the Simon family to make lye soap.

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University of North Dakota, Chester Fritz Library

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University of North Dakota, Chester Fritz Library

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Hayden, Josephine Simon, 1890-1978

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Nicholas Simon moved from Watertown, Wisconsin to Grand Forks County, North Dakota in 1879. He homesteaded in Americus Township on a quarter section of land. He opened a blacksmith shop in 1880, one of the first businesses in Thompson, which remained open for several years. Josephine Simon Hayden, daughter of Nicholas, was born on the family's farm on May 25, 1890. Josephine later moved to Buchanan, Michigan, where she died in July 1978. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pascoe moved from Silver Islet, Ontari...

Orin G. Libby Manuscript Collection (Chester Fritz Library)

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Hayden family.

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Pascoe family.

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Simon family.

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