Fred Olson was one heck of a cattleman.
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Cattle run through the ring during a fall 2024 sale at Kimball Livestock Exchange.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Melisa Goss
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A historic photo from Kimball Livestock shows ringmen, RR Jones, right, Fred Olson, Ted Knodel and Arlo Olson, clerk Norm Feugen, and auctioneer Harold Hahn.
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A historic photo from Kimball Livestock shows pens behind the sale barn.
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Raymond Hofer enjoys a meal at the Kimball Livestock Exchange cafe. The cafe has long been a gathering place were friendships are made.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Melisa Goss
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Originally run by Sarah (Sally) Olson, the cafe at Kimball Livestock Exchange has long been a meeting point for buyers, sellers, and community members.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Melisa Goss
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Buyers track sales at Kimball Livestock Exchange.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Melisa Goss
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Livestock Legacies is a recurring feature of Tri-State Neighbor highlighting the history of local livestock auctions and their impact on the communities they serve. If you have ideas for future stories, contact Assistant Editor Melisa Goss at mgoss@lee.net .
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