The Skramstads

Marthinius (1847-1913), Hans (1876-1952) and family, Martin (1880-1965), Arthur (1909-) and family, Anton (1883-1949).

Martinius Skramstad was born in Norway in 1847.  His wife, Anna Hogenson, also came from Osterdalen.  They were married in 1872 and came to America two years later, settling in Romness Township, where they farmed for many years, building a home on what is now the Hugh (Pat) Hoglund farm.

Mr. Skramstad died in September 1913, and Mrs. Skramstad in April 1918.

Their family numbered ten: 

Hogan, Hannah (Mrs. Emil Simonson), Hans, Anton, Martin, Ingvald, Helen, Clara (Mrs. David Johnstone), Gustav Rekardt who died in infancy, and Dick Rekardt (Richard) who died in 1934.

Source: Griggs County History 1879 - 1976 Page 407