Other Events and Attributes:

• Immigration: 1868
• Confirmation: 1874, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Johanna married Nils Trued on 24 Feb 1872 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Nils (son of Trued Nilsson and Elsa) was born on 27 Nov 1844 in Sweden; died on 2 Oct 1909 in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried on 15 Jul 1946 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 4 Jun 1900, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 16 Apr 1930, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

SELMA: Born in sod-house on homestead in Nebr. Spent childhood in Lincoln where she received her early schooling. At 9 she moved back with her folks to the homestead and did much backbreaking work. As a young girl she went to Omaha to seek work and returned periodically with beautiful clothes and excellent grooming. After alternating between Omaha and the homestead for some time, she met one of two young Swedes who had recently arrived in the U. S., a Mr. Axel A. Anderson, (his brother August married Selma

Selma married Axel Alfred Anderson on 26 Mar 1898 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska by Rev. Arthur H. Peterson. Axel was born on 28 Nov 1875 in Sweden; died on 20 Oct 1970 in Nebraska; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 18 Apr 1890, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1900, Farm Labor
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

FOREIGN MISSIONARIES FROM THE NEBRASKA CONFERENCE

Rev. and Mrs. Alfred Trued

Alfred married Hulda Theolina Erickson on 28 Sep 1908 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska by Rev. Arthur H. Peterson.. Hulda (daughter of Johannes Erickson and Ellen Diedrick) was born on 6 Oct 1875 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 17 Apr 1936 in Muscatine, Iowa; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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AMANDA: Also born in sod-house on Nebraska prairie and spending her childhood in Lincoln, Nebr. Attended country school at Ceresco. In her early teens was known as the best horsewoman in the territory, and like Selma learned to cook, milk cows and ride herd. Nor were any complaints ever voiced against her culinary skill, for like Selma she was a master at the craft. Worked in Omaha for several years and always returned in beautiful clothes. No men in their right mind could long be indifferent to the pulchritude of such sisters, and soon two young Swede brothers appeared on the scene, Axel Anderson, the younger, marrying Selma, the older sister, and the reverse, August marrying Amanda. Whereas Axel was an artist in painting and fine decorating, August was a

Family/Spouse: Nels August Anderson. Nels (son of Beugston Anderson and Betty) was born on 1 Apr 1873 in Sweden; died on 23 Mar 1956. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison Township, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as HILMA - Daughter.
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1930, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Ceresco Village, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Head of Household.
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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HERMAN SIGFRID: Born on Nebr. Homestead. Attended public schools and Luther College. Later attended an engineering school in Kansas City, Mo. He early assumed leadership and responsibility on the farm and instituted many improvements there. Waas liked by the younger kids and always sided with them. Worked at Milo Gross Grocery in Ceresco, and later together with a partner, acquired the Buick agency in Ceresco, where they established a garage. He married Hulda Nelson in 1912, sister of Carl, missionary to China from Missionfriends church. She has been a wonderful mother and housemanager to many boys. Herman took up land in Tribune, Kansas, where Luther, Martin and Carl had preceded him in breaking sod into wheat land. They have retired after much hard work, to Santa Cruz, Calif., where Herman

Herman married Hulda Theolina Nelson on 14 Jun 1912 in Ceresco, Saunders, Nebraska. Hulda (daughter of Johannes Nelson and Sara Maria Amalia Kinman) was born on 14 Jul 1892 in Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 17 Dec 1957 in Santa Cruz, California; was buried in Oakwood Memorial Park, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• Baptism: 23 Aug 1885, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 7 Apr 1901, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

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LEVIN: born on farm in Nebraska. Graduated from Luther College, later from Augustana College, with a B. A. degree. Was valedictorian at Luther. He attended Kansas Uni., where he continued his special study of the Greek language. Married Esther Bengtson of Swedeburg, Nebr., of an old pioneer family. She was also a student at Lutheran College He then studied at Aug. Lutheran Seminary where he graduated with B. D. degree and served pastorates at Kent City, Mich., Kirkland, Ill., Gary, Indd., and Hager City, Wisc. He also devoted time to scientific pursuits especially meteorology and radio. He broadcast his own church services in Kirkland with self-made equipment and perfected many radio innovations. He was a forceful and eloquent speaker. He died of a heart ailment in Tribune, Kansas, in 1940, from which he had suffered most of his life. Esther is now living with son Laverne in Florida.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Levin married Esther Bengtson on 2 Jan 1912 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Esther (daughter of Nels (Nils) Bengtson and Nilla (Nellie) Bengtssdotter) was born on 9 Mar 1887 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 21 Apr 1973 in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1920, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

LUTHER TRUED

Entered the service September 22, 1917, and served with Field Hosp. No. 353, 314th San. Train, 89th Div. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LUTHER: Attended public schools in Nebr., where he grew up on the farm, but continued business training at Luther College. Was manager of the farm following his father

Luther married Edith Mary Larson on 24 Nov 1925 in the home of John Larson, Bloom, Kansas. Edith was born on 18 Jan 1906 in Farnhamville, Calhoun County, Iowa; died on 20 May 1988; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Dora Trued.
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO WASP - AUGUST 17, 1944

DORA TRUED DIES AT OSCEOLA SATURDAY

Funeral services for Dora Trued of Tribune, Kansas who passed away Saturday, August 12 at the home of her sister, Mrs. Axel Anderson of Osceola, Nebraska, were held Tuesday, August 15 from the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco. The Rev. Saderburg of Tribune, Kansas officiated, assisted by Rev. Peterson and Rev. Alfred Trued.
Dora Trued was born December 18, 1890 and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nels Trued, who were farmers near Ceresco a number of years ago.
The body was laid to rest in the Grace Lutheran Cemetery near Swedeburg.
Those attending the funeral service from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Martin Trued, Mr. and Mrs. August Anderson of Moline, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Axel Anderson of Osceola, Nebr., Rev. Clarence Anderson and son David of Rockford, Ill.
Four brothers, Luther and Herman Trued of Tribune, Kansas and Clarence and Carl Trued of Oregon were unable to attend the funeral.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

DOROTHEA: When she was the only daughter left, Dora assumed responsibility at a very early age. Her mother became ill frequently and then Dora had to take over, which meant baking, washing and cooking for many men. She never complained over this multiplicity of duties. The work was so pressing that no opportunity ever came for her to attend college, or to fulfill her cherished dream of a nurse

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

MARTIN TRUED

Entered the service April 19, 1917, and served with 123rd F. A., 33rd Division. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

ATCHINSON DAILY GLOBE - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1946

REAPPOINTED

Topeka, April 17 --(AP) - Gov. Andrew Schoeppel has reappointed Martin F. Trued, Tribune, to the Kansas physicians' service to a term expiring May 1, 1948.

THE GREAT BEND DAILY TRIBUNE - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 1952

TWO ARN APPOINTMENTS

Topeka (UP) - Gov. Edward P. Arn has appointed Dr. Carroll G. Arneit of Belleville, to the state board of chiropractic examiners for a term ending May 10, 1055. Arneit succeeds Dr. A. R. Colburn of Lawrence.
The governor also announced appointment of Martn F. Trued of Topeka to the Kansas Blue Cross-Blue Shield board of directors for a term expiring May 1, 1954.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

MARTIN: Reared on the farm in Nebr., and did his share of heavy work. (He did not do the writer

Family/Spouse: Ruby Zimmerman. Ruby was born on 24 Mar 1910; died on 28 Dec 1981. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1910, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Clarence.
• 1920 Federal Census: 12 Jan 1920, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa
• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Denver City, Denver County, Colorado

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

CLARENCE TRUED

Entered the service April 19, 1917, and served as assistant band master with the 123rd F. A., 33rd Division. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

SAMUEL CLARENCE: Grew up on farm in Nebr., where he planted, cultivated, shucked and unloaded corn, doing all the other dirty work around the place meanwhile, then milked a million cows. That

Samuel married Ruth Erickson on 28 Jun 1919. Ruth (daughter of Magnus Erickson and Betsy Diedrick) was born on 15 Jan 1896 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 26 May 2005 in Roseburg, Douglas County, Oregon; was buried on 4 Jun 2005 in Roseburg National Cemetery, Roseburg, Douglas County, Oregon. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1920, Farmer
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

CARL V. TRUED --Entered the service November 11, 1918. He is the son of Mrs. Mathilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

CARL VICTOR:

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 4 Jun 1900, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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AURORA SELMINA: Born June 25, 1899. Grew up on the farm and attended several schools, graduating high school at Osceola as preliminary to a teaching career. She taught school for two years, then worked in Omaha for a while, but due to bad health (from which she later recovered) had to forego any further teaching. Like her mother she has enjoyed sewing and she has helped her parents at home for many years and also other people (including writer

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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SIGURD BERNT FABIAN: Born May 28, 1901. Destined as a youth to become a world-famous violinist, but ran into competition with a buggy wheel which abruptly halted the doting career. On observing the buggy wheel rating more of the practice hour than the violin, his dad cryptically remarked:

Sigurd married Winnie Widga on 12 Jun 1924. Winnie was born in Stromsburg, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 16 Apr 1930, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska. Recorded as Margit I.

Notes:

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MARGIT MATILDA: Born Nov. 30, 1903. Became crippled from a fall down a stairway at her grandparents

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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ENOCH ELDRED: Born Feb. 1906. Graduated from high school and worked in various occupations including grocery stores and Farmer

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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THEOLINA ELIZABETH: Born July 23, 1908. Finished high school in Osceola, then continued studies at Augustana College, (Rock Island, Ill.) where she devoted much of her attention to art. She evinced much interest in this subject and she became Mrs. Henry Krogh on Sept. 10, 1932. Henry (of Danish extraction) operates a service station and shop in Omaha, Nebr., where they reside. They are members of Lutheran Church there. They have two children: Janet, born Feb. 9, 1941, who is a very smart girl and loves all sorts of old things and antiques, and Gordon, born Jan. 6, 1946.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Theolina married Henry Krogh on 10 Sep 1932. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

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ELMO ANDERS TRUED: Born Oct. 6, 1911. Died Feb. 1912.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 29 Nov 1911, China

Notes:

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ELEONORA: Born Nov. 12, 1910 in Kiahsien, Honan Province, China, and received her early education there. Attended Luther College, and graduated from high school in Stromsburg, Nebr., after which she enrolled at York College of York, Nebr. She iis gifted in music like her mother, and was choir director and organist at the Stromsburg church.In 1945 she married Dr. Walter Fahrer who had completed graduate work for his Ph. D. degree at Iowa University in languages (German) and who had helld teaching positions at several institutions of learning. At present he is professor of languages at Bethany College, Lindsborg, Kansas, where the family resides. They have two children: Norman Dean, born Feb. 9, 1946 and Walfred John, born June 23, 1948, both very energetic.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Eleonora married Walter Fahrer on 22 May 1945 in Douglas County, Nebraska. Walter was born on 26 Mar 1906; died on 27 Sep 1960; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, McPherson County, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 21 Feb 1914, China

Notes:

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CONSTANTINE: Born Feb. 11, 1914 at Kiahsien, Honan Province, China. Spent most of his life until 1927 in China. Attended American school at Kikungsha, Honan, China; grade school at Ceresco, Nebr.; high school at Stromsburg, Nebr.; York Collegee, York, Nebr.; Augustana College, Rock Island, Ill. (B.A.); Augustana Seminary, (B. D.) Rock Island, Ill; graduate work at the University of Chicago, Chicago, Ill. Sang with the Augustana Choir three years. Male quartette two years, directed the Seminary Chorus one year. Pastor at Granville, Ill., 1940-1943, serving the Granville, Utica and Putnam parish. Pastor at Salem Lutheran Church, Chicago, Ill., six years to 1949. At present pastor of Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, St. Paulul, Minn. He married Dorothy Berquist of Minneapolis Oct. 23, 1940, whose special gifts and vivacious personality have stamped her as a leader among the church young people of that city. They have two children: Kathleen Susan, born March 11, 1943 and Marcia Louise, born Nov. 19, 1945, both born in Illinois.
Late word is that the family is moving to a new church in Detroit.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Who's Who in America. 38th edition, 1974-1975. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1974. (WhoAm 38)
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Rev. married Dorothy Lydia Berquist on 23 Oct 1940. Dorothy was born on 12 Sep 1916 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; died on 26 Jul 1987; was buried in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 18 Apr 1930, Rockford Township, Winnebago County, Illinois

Notes:

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CLARENCE HAROLD (Anderzon): Born March 13, 1898. Made slight change in last name the better to identify himself in the ministry. Was raised on farm in Nebr., where he finished grade school. Next, he attended Gustavus Adolphus Academy, St. Peter, Minn., Central High in Minneapolis, and graduated from Minnesota College, in Minneapolis in 1916. Entered Augustana College, next fall, enlisted and served with 33rd Div., in WWI in early 1917, participating in St. Mehiel and Argonne offensives as artillery sergeant. Resumed studies at Aug. College, graduating (B. A.), then entering Aug. Seminary, graduating (B. D.) in 1925. Married Rosa Erickson of Erie, Pa., a student at Aug. College, a girl with much talent and a radiant personality. Accepted call to DuBois, Pa., then moved to Tabor Lutheran Church of Rockford, Ill., where he still serves. After 20 years he has raised the membership from a tiny mission to over 800 souls. As a reserve officer in the army, he was called back in WW2, where he served as chaplain until his wife

Family/Spouse: Elsie Johnson. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clarence married Rosa Erickson about 1925. Rosa was born about 1904 in Pennsylvania; died in 1947. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 23 and 24 Apr 1930, Wheat Ridge, Jefferson County, Colorado
• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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THERESA BERNADINE: Born Dec. 23, 1899 and grew up on farm near Touhy, Nebr., where she went to school. After graduating from high school she engaged in teaching for several years, later serving as nurse in a Denver hospital following WWI. She married George Ellenberger, a patient who had been disabled in the war. After he recovered a degree of health, they worked hard at farming and dairying, later raising sheep. At present, they are in semi-retirement and living in the environs of Denver; however, Therese is following some work at St. Anthony

Family/Spouse: George M. Ellenberger. George was born about 1895 in Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

CLIFFORD RAYMOND: Born April 17, 1905. Acquired early schooling in Nebraska, but remained with parents on the farm and fought it out with the horses, cows, plows, tractors and cultivators until he came of age. He approached his father in physical dimensions, brawn and muscular skill and could easily have become a heavy-weight boxer had he continued training in this field. He worked sporadically in Lincoln, Denver and Omaha, then married Sylvia Docekal of Wahoo, Nebr., who is of Bohemian extraction. She has proved an excellent wife and home manager. They are members of the Lutheran church. Cliff works in a factory in Rockford, Ill.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Sylvia Docekal. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 23 and 24 Apr 1930, Wheat Ridge, Jefferson County, Colorado. Living with George and Theresa.
• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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VIOLET RUTH: Born July 13, 1907. In addition to high school she took extensive training in voice at Lutheran College, and privately with Mildred Kiffin, renowned American contralto. Her voice has exceptionally fine timbre and her singing shows i import and sincerity, probably inherited from her great grandmother Elsie. Has appeared in numerous recitals and has been soloist in many churches, participating in many of the great oratorios such as the Messiah, and the B minor Mass. She lives with her folks in Rockford, Ill., and belongs to her brother

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 4 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Lawrence, Clifton and Donald were all ordained from Rock Island, Ill on the same day.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LAWRENCE KENNETH: Born Dec. 27, 1913 on farm by Ceresco, Nebr. Moved to Tribune, Kansas with family, where he worked hard in the wheat fields. During depression in 30

Lawrence married Wanda Louise Robinson on 23 Mar 1941. Wanda was born on 12 Jan 1923 in Tribune, Greeley County, Kansas; died on 30 Mar 1969 in Mansfield, De Soto, LA; was buried in Greeley County Cemetery, Tribune, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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STANLEY TEOFIL: Born April 4, 1916. Grew up in Kansas and worked on the farm and with cows. Graduated from high school in Tribune. Raised wheat with the other boys but through an injury by a tractor had to seek other employment. He excelled in athletics. Married Arlene Downing of Tribune, Kansas in 1940, later moving to Oakland, Calif., where he holds position in the Refrigeration Dept. at Sear Roebuck & Co. They are members of the Lutheran church in Berkeley, Calif. They have two children: Susan Elaine, born March 1, 1949; and Patricia Ann, born May 16, 1952.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Arlene Downing. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Wallace Augustine Trued, Tribune, Kansas is among the KU faculty, students and staff whose names are inscribed on the University of Kansas World War II Memorial Campanile and Carillon. "These who died in World War II live forever on Mt. Oread."

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

WALLACE AUGUSTINE: born July 23, 1918. Graduated from high school at Tribune. Worked on farm with other boys. He enlisted in the Marines at the beginning of WW2 and trained as an air cadet in California and Arizona. He graduated as a lieutenant and as combat pilot of twin-engine aircraft. He was tragically killed in a crash during maneuvers about the time he was to be shipped overseas. He married Lila Harrington of Tribune, Kansas shortly before he was killed. Belonged to Lutheran church.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Lila Leah Harrington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas

Notes:

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MERLYN NELSON: born Dec. 23, 1922. Graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas. Worked for a short time in Topeka for his Uncle Mart in egg-drying factory, then joined the U. S. Marines, where he took cadet training for pilots, like his brother Wallace. Was commissioned a lieutenant and became instructor in flying for the Corps. Was sent to the Pacific theatre of war and while there advanced to 1st lieutenant. Returned and attended Oregon Uni., where he graduated with high honors (one of three highest) and was awarded the Phi Beta Kappa. Won scholarship in diplomatic sciences at Virginia Uni., where he received his M. A. degree and has completed work for his Ph. D. He married Josephine Schaefer (Jo) of Topeka, Kan., and they will live in Washington, D. C. They have two children: Michael Eugene, born July 28, 1945; and Sally Jo, born Feb. 15, 1949. Lutherans. He is a major in the Marine reserves.
S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

THE LINCOLN STAR - APRIL 19, 1965

LBJ Names "Little Cabinet" Men

JOHNSON CITY, Tex. (UPI) - President Johnson chose Joseph W. Barr of Indianapolis, Ind. Sunday to be undersecretary of the treasury. Barr is a former House member who has been chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. since Jan. 23, 196
To be assistant of the treasury for international aaffairs, the president announced his selection of Merlyn N. Trued of Ridgewood, N.J. Trued has been deputy assistant secretary since February 1963, and acting assistant secretary since last Ober.
In another "little cabinet" appointment, Johnson picked Anthony M Solomon, now deputy assistant secretary of state for economic policy to be assistant secretary for economic affairs.
The President announced also the names of new ambassadors to the Netherlands, Uruguay, Jamaica and Morroco and a new minister to Bulgaria.

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Who's Who in America. 39th edition, 1976-1977. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1976.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 18th edition, 1974-1975. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1974.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 19th edition, 1975-1976. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1975.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 20th edition, 1977-1978. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1977.
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Who's Who in Government. Second edition, 1975-1976. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who, 1975.

THE WASHINGTON POST - February 15, 1998

MERLYN NELSON TRUED -- International Banker

Merlyn Nelson Trued, 75, a retired international banker and financier who during the 1960s was assistant secretary of the treasury for international affairs, died of complications from pneumonia Feb. 13 at a hospital in Hanover, N.H.
Mr. Trued, who lived in Washington, was visiting relatives in New Hampshire when he was stricken.
He also had served as chief financial officer of the Inter-American Development Bank from 1970 to 1976.
Before his 1961 appointment to the Treasury Department, he had been a vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and financial manager of an engineering firm in Saigon.
After five years with the Treasury Department, he left in 1966 to become senior vice president for international affairs with the Central National Bank in Cleveland.
He was chairman and chief executive officer of a commercial bank in Detroit from 1976 to 1978 and director of the Bermuda Monetary Authority in Hamilton, Bermuda, for four years until his retirement in 1983.
Mr. Trued was born in Ceresco, Neb., and graduated from the University of Oregon. He received a master's degree in international affairs and a doctorate in international finance from the University of Virginia.
His marriage to Josephine Schafer Trued ended in divorce.
Survivors include two children, Michael E., of Springfield, and Sally J. Trued of Hanover; two brothers; and seven grandchildren.

Family/Spouse: Judith Ann Nelson. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Josephine Elizabeth Schafer. Josephine was born on 16 Mar 1924 in Perry, Kansas; died on 17 Jul 2011 in New York; was buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison Township, Greeley County, Kansas

Notes:

Greeley County, Kansas World War II Army Enlistment Records

TRUED DONALD E11 JAN 1943 PVT

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

DONALD EDWARD: born April 20, 1925. Graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas and after a time on the farm he enlisted in the U. S. Army, serving in the Signal Corp and in communications, radar, etc. When war ended he went to Seattle where h he attended Lutheran Bible Institute and where he graduated at the same time as his other brothers in 1948. Attended Bethany College, receiving his B. A. degree in 1951. Is a second year man at Aug. Lutheran Seminary at present with Lawrence and Clifton. Has served the Tribune parish as student pastor. Married Ruth Duell June 1, 1953, of Ruleton, Kansas.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Lawrence, Clifton and Donald were all ordained from Rock Island, Ill on the same day

BETHANY NEWS - May 8, 2006

BETHANY COLLEGE TO HONOR ALUMNI WITH AWARD OF MERIT

LINDSBORG, KAN.

Donald married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• Baptism: 23 Jun 1912, Lawrence, Kansas
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

PHILLIP: Born May 22, 1912. Graduated from high school, then entered Augustana College He sang in many of the school choral organizations and has distinct musical gifts. Directed many young people groups in churches where he served as student papastor. After receiving his B. A. degree from Augustana he sought work on the east coast and chose not to follow the ministry. Married Eva Cunningham of Stanford, Fla., Sept. 1942. Enlisted in the U. S. Navy and served on warships throughout WW2. Works for Veterans Administration at St. Petersburg, Fla., and has been active in organizing the Redeemer Lutheran Church. He helps with the choir and is a Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. They have one child: David, born Feb. 26, 1946.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

ST PETERSBURG TIMES - OCTOBER 24, 1998

TRUED, PHILIP L.

TRUED, PHILIP L., 86, St. Petersburg, died Thursday (Oct. 22, 1998) at Hospice Woodside, Pinellas Park. Born in Lawrence, Kan. he came here in 1967 from Sanford. He was a field director of the National Red Cross for 31 years and was a member of American Red Cross Retirees. He was a 1935 graduate of Augustina University of Rock Island, Ill. Locally, he was the last surviving charter member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. During World War II, he served in the Navy. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Eva C.; a son, C. David, Newnan, Ga.; a daughter, Kay Marlene Jones, Seminole; a brother, LaVern, Sanford; a sister, Leona Bivens, Madera, Calif.; and a granddaughter, Rebecca Meeks, Moore, S.C. R. Lee Williams & Son Funeral Home & Crematory, 49th St. N Chapel, St. Petersburg.

Philip married Eva Cunningham about 1942. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LAVERNE: Born Dec. 29, 1918. Graduated from high school, then worked for his Uncle Carl in wheat and sheep ranching operations in Kansas, mostly driving tractors. He enlisted in the U. S. Army during WW2 and served with General Patton

Lavern married Marjorie Bos in Mar 1951. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

PAUL: Born July 12, 1920. Was ill with bronchial condition for several years but recovered and graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas. Was interested in electronics and radio and when WW2 came he enlisted in the U. S. Army where he served as instructor in these subjects. Became a sergeant. He married Erma Schroeder of Arconville, Ill., in June 1944. Works in the radar division of Western Electric Co., at Winston-Salem, N. C. He also serves as organist in the Lutheran church, where he spent hundreds of hours and vacation time building an electronic organ, which the city claims is superior to most national makes. He has been highly commended for this skill and his devotion to the Lord. It is called

Paul married Erma Schroeder in Jun 1944. Erma was born in 1919; died on 18 Dec 1974 in Dallas County, Texas; was buried in Restland Memorial Park, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Denver City, Denver County, Colorado

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

ROBERT DUCRET: (Ducret from friends in France) born April 1, 1920 in Sioux City, Iowa. Graduated from Jr. High in Denver; Sr. High in Pasadena, Calif.; Jr. College at Pasadena City College. Studied piano from mother since 6. Traveled considerably during adolescence, once to Nova Scotia. Worked as precision machinist before WW2, then enlisted in U. S. Air Corps. Became cadet and was commissioned lieutenant. Trained in California, Arizona and Florida. Flew P-40

Robert married Diane Brown on 23 Apr 1950. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Yamada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Susan Bane. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Rolf Peter Kirchhoff. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Nancy Christine Sinees. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Jane C Jensen. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Nicholas Andrew Shorter. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Allen Lyle Salzman. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Jones. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]