John H. (Harry) Rusk was born at Carrington on August 28, 1896, to James Rusk Sr.
Harry Rusk and Mabel Tenborg were married at Carrington July 31, 1926. Mabel was born at Carrington, November 21, 1904, the daughter of the Richard Tenborgs.
Harry served in the infantry during World War I. He was a salesman for Standard Oil Company and employed by the North American Creamery. He later owned and operated the Shamrock Bar.
Mabel was active in civic affairs. She served as deputy to the Register of Deeds; and was employed at the post office for twenty-five years. Harry and Mabel Rusk had one son, John.
Mr. Rusk died January 26, 1958. Mrs. Rusk died November 5, 1978. They are buried in the Carrington Cemetery.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 37B