Curt Eriksmoen has been writing a weekly history column for The Forum since 2004. He has taught at both the high school and college level and served as social studies coordinator for the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction for 13 years. He is the author of nine books and is know for inventing barroom team trivia in 1974. Reach him at cjeriksmoen@gmail.com or calling 701-793-8508.
'Top Sleuth of the FBI' Daniel Milton Ladd born and raised in Fargo played a major role in investigating, apprehending and killing criminals in some of the most publicized cases of the 1930s.
Then aspiring writer from Jamestown Louis L'Amour, Peggy Lee, who was born in Jamestown, Tom Mix, the most popular movie star of western films and more got their start in the circus.
Then aspiring writer from Jamestown Louis L'Amour, Peggy Lee, who was born in Jamestown, Tom Mix, the most popular movie star of western films and more got their start in the circus.