That he held the confidence of Ills neighbors is evidenced by the fact that lie was chosen county attorney shortly after his arrival in Douglas County. and was reelected to that office several times. Later. he was elected by the voters of Douglas and neighboring counties to represent them in the State senate. This confidence of the voters in the emigrant from Norway grew In extent until It included a majority of the electors of the entire State of Minnesota. and until Mr. NELSON had been elevated to the most important offices in the State. In a social way. the late Senator was thoroughly democratic.
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