At one time in the period between 1890 and 1910, Valley residents were able to get on a train and go to North Dakota and stake their claim on unsettled land. Perhaps this was one of the families that did just that.

Jaymee Jenkins purchased this photo at an estate sale, having no interest other than to share the photo with others who may be related to the subject.

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