Cecil Ireland has practiced dentistry in Valley City since August 1936. He has had his practice at various places; first over the old American National Bank, McDonald Clinic building, and now upstairs in the T. S. Henry building.
Dr. Ireland was born at Garrison, North Dakota, July 26, 1904. He was the son of Frank and Gertrude Ireland. He attended the Garrison Public Schools and upon graduation he went to the University of North Dakota, at Grand Forks and to the Valley City State Teachers College. He graduated from the Northwestern Univ. Dental School, Chicago, Illinois, in June 1936.
Dr. Ireland married Belle C. Pettis of Glen Ullin, North Dakota, in September 1937. They moved to Valley City September 1937. She graduated from the Glen Ullin public school and the Valley City State Teachers College.
The Irelands have two daughters, both born in Valley City. Joyce C. Ireland married Kurt H. Kohn of Valley City. They have two children, Kristi and Kevin. They reside at Hastings, Minnesota. Vicki L. Ireland married David M. Grande of Valley City. They have two children, Erik and Kristen. They live at Walhalla, North Dakota.
The Irelands belong to the United Church of Christ (Congregational). Dr. Ireland belongs to the Elks and Eagles Club, besides the Dental Association. Mrs. Ireland belongs to the Eastern Star, Daughters of the American Revolution, American Legion Auxiliary and is active in the church.
Source: Barnes County History 1976 Page 109