Every community, regardless of size, in the middle west has a
history of pioneer courage, daring, and struggles against the
forces of nature. Gackle is no exception, as in this colorful
village one can find enough pathos and struggle to fill many
novels.
Gackle, as with many small towns, was brought into existence
through the railroad expansion of the Northern Pacific Railroad
Company. The survey for the roadbed in this area was begun in 1902
and the grading was begun in 1903.
On June 3, 1903, George Elhard, George Gackle, and John Gross of
Kulm, North Dakota, built a store on section 8-135-6 some eight
miles south of the present town of Gackle. The store was named "Elhard
and Company." |
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