In 1940 the Coast-to-Coast Hardware Store was purchased by Barney E. Bakken from Mr. Wilson. It was owned by him until 1963 when his son, Roger and daughter-in-law Myrleen, purchased the business.
On January 31, 1976 the Coast-To-Coast Store moved across the street into the former J.C. Penney Store building and was completely remodeled. Previously the store had been in the building across the street now occupied by Patricia's Dress Shop.
At the present time, the store is run by Roger, Myrleen and their son, Dan Bakken, who joined the business in 1975.
Source: Cooperstown, North Dakota 1882-1982 Centennial Page 208