Brown County SD

Brown County, South Dakota, established on April 17, 1881, is a region rich in history and natural beauty, situated in the northeastern part of the state. Its name honors Alfred Brown, of Hutchinson County, a prominent figure in the Dakota Territory legislative assembly. The geography of Brown County is characterized by its vast prairies and fertile farmland, making agriculture a cornerstone of its economy, alongside a growing industrial and service sector in recent years. Aberdeen, the county seat and largest city, serves as a cultural and economic hub for the region, offering various amenities and services to the rural areas surrounding it. The county’s history reflects the broader narrative of the Great Plains, from Native American habitation to European settlement driven by land and opportunity.

Steen, Leona Marie – Obituary

La Grande, Oregon Leona Marie Steen, 89, of La Grande, died Sept. 18 at a local care center. At her request there will be no public services. Daniels-Knopp Funeral, Cremation & Life Celebration Center is in charge of arrangements. Leona was born Aug. 10, 1920, to Paul William and Laura (Quin) Barber in Aberdeen, S.D. She came to Oregon from South Dakota in 1971. She worked as an office clerk for Adult and Family Services until her retirement. She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, the American Legion Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary, the Eagles Auxiliary … Read more

Biography of William W. Webb

William W. Webb. A resident of Topeka thirty years, Mr. Webb was at first in the service of the Sants Fe Railway Company, later a merchant, and for many years past had been in the real esfate and insurance business. Successful in private affairs, his enterprise in public matters is worthy of special mention. In 1890 he became identified with the Topeka Commercial Club. Through that medium he had worked in and out of season for the improvement and betterment of his city. He had asslsted in every undertaking prompted by the club, and was particularly active in the movement … Read more

George Thompson Todd of Aberdeen SD

George Thompson Todd7, (Eli6, Jonah5, Abraham4, Jonah3, Samuel2, Christopher1) born Sept. 6, 1810, in New Milford, Conn., died Feb. 10, 1897, in Aberdeen, South Dak., married first, June 27, 1844, Mary A. Winchell, who was born Feb. 8, 1817, died Dec. 29, 1850. He married second, Corolie Chamberlain, who was born April 28, 1824. She is now (1914) living in Minneapolis. Mr. Todd was reared at New Milford, Conn.; took a college course at Yale University, then a course at Yale Law School. Shortly before completing the latter, he decided to change from the study of the law to the … Read more

Blando, Leo John – Obituary

Baker City, Oregon Leo John Blando, 76, of Baker City died May 29, 2002, at St. Elizabeth Health Services. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Coles Funeral Home, 1950 Place St. Pastor Roger Scovil of the Baker City Christian Church will officiate. Vault interment will be at Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitations will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Blando was born May 15, 1926, at Aberdeen, S.D. He was a son of Phillip and Mary Hoffert Blando. He was raised and … Read more

Calvin Chamberlain Todd of Aberdeen SD

Calvin Chamberlain Todd8, (George T.7, Eli6, Jonah5, Abraham4, Jonah3, Samuel2, Christopher1) born Dec. 14, 1856, married July 2, 1901, Katherine E. Case, who was born Sept. 29, 1866, and was a native of Aldenville, Penn. In 1883, she moved with her father’s family to S. Dak.; she took a two years course at Pratt’s Arts Institute, in Brooklyn, N. Y.; taught school in S. Dak. He attended the Wisconsin State University, receiving his diploma from there; later he went to the McCormick Theological Seminary, in Chicago, Ill., and graduated. He was ordained as a Presbyterian Minister and has held pastorates … Read more